Build Your Own Garage Workbench
Jack Blacksmith
A garage workbench is an essential piece of equipment in any
home workshop. A workbench will allow you to complete projects
easily and with greater accuracy. A variety of pre made
workbenches are available to fit your needs. If you prefer, you
can make your own workbench, either with a kit or from a plan.
Choosing a garage workbench
Workbenches are available in a wide variety of sizes and
styles. Benches are great for woodworking, crafts and other
household projects. You can purchase a bench at most home
improvement stores. Another option is to build your own bench.
You can find plans in books and on the internet with
instructions to create the perfect bench to suit your needs.
A table style workbench is made of heavy duty materials to
stand up to regular use. Most models have a hardwood top with
metal legs. Table tops can also be made of steel. These
resemble a typical table shape with nothing underneath.
Cabinet style benches have drawers or cabinets in the space
under the table top. This is great for utilizing otherwise
wasted space. This method allows for additional storage space.
Some have a pegboard backing that is perfect for hanging hand
tools. You won’t need to dig through drawers or a tool box to
find what you need.
A power strip bench is a good choice if you use power tools
often. These come with up to nine outlets in a strip with a
heavy duty power cord. They also have current protection to
prevent overload. These can be either six or eight foot
benches. Some have a tool caddy to hold smaller tools.
Build Your Own Workbench
Consider building your own bench to get exactly what you want.
Kits are available with everything you need to create your
bench. Instructions and materials are included with the kit.
With this method, you will be limited to the kit’s design. The
benefit is that all pieces are pre cut. You won’t need to worry
about uneven cuts.
You can build your own bench and purchase all the materials.
This method is a bit more complicated, but you have more
control about the final outcome. Free workbench plans are
available on the internet with detailed instructions for you to
follow. Cut the plywood according to the directions and be sure
to make your cuts straight.
For best results, choose good quality wood, oak or a hardwood
plywood is an excellent choice. Use several coats of
polyurethane to protect the top of the bench. Be sure to sand
between each coat. A good urethane coating makes messes easier
to clean up when working on projects later.
Organizing and Making Room in your Garage
You will need to organize your garage and create storage space
to make room for workbenches. Determine what you need to store.
Start with a good clean out and get rid of things you don’t
need. Throw away old paint and other junk. Give away or donate
old items, tools or other things that are too good to throw
away, but that you don’t need any more.
The walls of your garage offer great opportunities for storage
space. Cabinets are great for organizing clutter. High cabinets
are good for storing chemicals and paints. Sharp items can be
put up high to keep them away from children. Consider locks if
you have young children. Locker cabinets are perfect for larger
items. Drawers are good for organizing tools, fishing equipment
and other small items.
About The Author: Jack Blacksmith writes articles for
http://www.inside-woodworking.com . He is trying to help people
on his informative website on topics around
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and workshop organization.
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