Ultimate T-Track Workbench + Customizable Storage
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- čas přidán 10. 05. 2020
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When I set out to build this bench I focused on three main tasks that I wanted to optimize at this workbench: joinery, sanding, & assembly. By using T-Track, I can take advantage of tons of accessories that will hold project pieces where I want them. With two sliding panels, I have stored my sanding and vacuum hose next to my shop vac. With several large drawers and a sliding tray, I can store just about every other accessory and power tool I need to work at this bench!
This project is sponsored by my good friends at BESSEY Tools! Their quality and product innovation is outstanding. It's also why after buying my first set of K Body REVO clamps I was hooked! If you've not used BESSEY clamps before, give them a try. You won't be disappointed!
Thank you so much for watching & I hope you enjoy the project!
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3/4" Melamine, 4'x8'
3/4" Plywood, 4'x8'
1/2" Plywood, 4'x8'
1/4" Plywood, 4'x8'
4x4, 8'
Hardwood for trim
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this man has so many tools I just can't relate at all
I love how these videos all require that you have a fully kitted out shop, to build your workbench.
I cross cut plywood all the time on my tablesaw. 2 things are important when doing so, 1 make sure your table top is slick and smooth so its easier to push the plywood through, 2 make sure to always use a sharp blade so you don't have to fight the cut. Great video
Thank you very much! Yes I totally agree. Sharp blades and a slick work surface are important regardless of what your cutting on the table saw, but doubly so when cross cutting!
A very nice bench design. I've seen many others on CZcams but yours is laid out with definite organization in mind. Everything looks clean and fit together well. I like your process flow in terms of assembly. I see that you really like using the dowels or pegs in joining the frame of the bench together. They impress me as providing increased strength to the overall structure. I think my favorite feature is the T-tracks in the top surface. I didn't know what these were used for when I first saw them in another video. But, once I saw their purpose I was a fan. I have no equipment right now but as I begin to purchase more I see why having a bench like this from the beginning will make working in my own space far easier with a dedicated work surface/area. Thank you for this video.
Thank you very much, glad you enjoyed the video!
Great custom setup. We're impressed and more than a little bit jealous!!!
Thank you so much y'all! Got some pretty good sanders on board too 🤘🤘
Amazing! Great inspiration with the storage as I’m working on enhancing my workbench.
Thank you!
Wow, I liked your outfeed table but this one is fantastic. Just an exceptional job and a great design. Great build and a super informative video.
Wow thank you so much Ralph!
Looks incredible Mike!
Thank you so much!
Like the way you cut out the T-Track slots. Been looking for a good way to route out the slots and I think I just found out how I am going to route out my slots for my T-Track system.
Hey I'm glad it helped! Happy building 🔨🔨
I really love the T-track idea. Thanks for showing us.
So glad you liked it!
What an excellent bench - without doubt it's one of the very best I have seen. Thanks for sharing it!
Thank you very much! It's been a great addition to the shop 😃
Mike, I love your videos. I am new to this and I wouldn’t say that I am totally green, but these help and I like the way you explain things.
Hi Dominic, thank you so much that's great to hear! This video is a few years old and I've been changing things up a bit. I just released a new video and if it's not too much to ask I'd like to hear what you think about the two different styles. Thanks again and have a good one👍😃
Great bench man. I need something like this for my garage so I think i'm gonna get your plans cause they look cool. Thanks
Thank you very much! It's been a great bench 😃
Good looking bench Mike!
Thank you Jason!
Awesome job. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much! 👍🏻😃
I'm looking at various designs for a workbench for when I finally have the space. This looks like a solid design that I can adapt to my needs. As of this comment, the plans aren't listed, but I think I can figure it out easily enough.
Thank you very much for the complements! I threw the link in there, thank you for the heads up 👍👍
Hello Mike! This is my first video of yours. Also you've earned my subscription! Keep up the good work brother. You are inspiring other woodworkers. Thanks again.
Hi Brent! Thank you so much for the encouragement, great to have you here!
Sweet build dude!! You might have convinced me to rebuild my bench. I love the ACS track saw. I just did a review on my channel and it blew me away! Good work sir. Cheers!
Thank you so much! It's a huge improvement over my previous bench for sure. I can't wait to get some projects done it! The ACS is a GREAT tool!
Nice workbench Mike! I need to put some of that t-track on my workbench.
Thank you! Do it! It's great for work holding options 👍🏻👍🏻
MARVELOUS👏👏👏 !!!
Thank you very much!
Great work on the ultimate t track workbench Mike! Thanks for sharing the video with us!💖👌👍😎JP
Thank JP glad you enjoyed it 👍🏻👊🏻
Your very welcome Mike! :) Have a fantastic weekend!😎
Just finished my bench based on your plans. About a foot shorter with a few other changes but still great plans.
Awesome!!
Posted pics on Facebook “workbench builders” group page. Wanted to put pics here but I guess you can’t.
Nice bench! I'm working on a design for my small home shop. My home shop is 15'x30'. I have a 5hp grizzly tablesaw. I making my bench 54"x84" with storage, dust collection, t-track top, router table/outfeed table. And it has to be mobile as well
Thank you very much! Good luck on your bench, sounds like it'll be awesome!
QUE FANTASTICO QUE HA QUEDADO , EXELENTE !!!!!!!!!
¡Muchas gracias!
I'm only 21 seconds in and I see it's a thing of beauty.
Thank you!
@@WoodshopMike You're welcome, Mike. You earned it young man. 🤜🏻
blinding work bench, great work
Thank you!
Excellent work and tutorial. It's very helpful.
So glad it was helpful!
This bench is beautiful! I’ve been watching a ton of bench videos (in preps to build my own) and yours is my favourite so far for sure!
Would you also do a video on some of the other fun drawers and storage solutions you came up with? I’ve never seen a lot of them and it would be amazing!
Thank you so much and I'm glad to hear you love the design! All of the details to build the drawers are in the plans 👍🏻👍🏻
You showed up in my feed, so I watched. You are awesome!!! Great channel!
Thank you for watching! Welcome to the channel, I'm so glad you like it 😃😃
Very nice build!!!!
Thank you very much!
Your standard of craftsmanship is awesome. Great work. May I ask what the t track on the top is for?
Thank you very much! The t track is for clamping and work holding accessories. It's such a nice feature to have while working at this bench 😃😃
This bench is my inspo! have you noticed any sagging in the middle once its all loaded? The one im working on will be a true 4x8' and will have a solid 100-120 lbs in the middle alone..
Awesome! It's not sagging at all 👍🏻👊🏻
nice work, i need to make one for my shop, big like
Thank you! It's been great!
Great Work Bench, I'm new to wood working and I was just wondering what type of wood did you use for the 4x4 frame?
They are from Home Depot and are typically either spruce or pine. Either wood is just fine for this 👍🏻
Nice work
Thank you very much 👍🏻👍🏻
Hey Mr. Mike, Nice work bench. On the 1/2 in drawers, did you use the pan head, or maxy lock pocket screws for that application ?
Thank you very much! Gotta go with the pan heads for 1/2" material👍🏻👍🏻
Never seen that miter saw before. I have the Bosh Glide 12" and looks like this one also has the same sort of arm as mine but off to the side rather than at the back.
Wait later in the video you are using the Bosh Glide. Do you have both the Bosh and the Delta?
Yes I do actually. I use the Bosch now as a job site saw 👍🏻
@@WoodshopMike Ha that's awesome. I've gone the other way. My Bosch is about to move from a gravity rise stand to a permanent miter saw station in my shop. Great video by the way.
Thanks brother 👍🏻👊🏻
Very nice... 👍
Thank you so much John!
Nice work Mike. If I may ask, any special set up to cut those 45's on the t-track. I purchase my track from Orange Aluminum for about half the cost of the name brands, but they don't offer intersections so I have to cut them.
Thanks! I had to cut some of mine too cause I didn't get enough intersections actually. I just cut both sides of the miter as closely as possible 👍🏻
Nice entry level kit there!The bench is great BTW top job
Thank you very much! It's been a great addition😃
@@WoodshopMike I believe so.... I've been checking out the CNC machine's lately mite have to try and sneak one of those into the workshop love the possibilities with them.. Keep up the good work man..
Oh I hear ya there. I'd love to bring a CNC into the shop! Thanks👍🏻👍🏻
This video is extremely useful for the planning phase of my build. Very similar to what I want to do. I was wondering about a potential change. Do you think that putting a rabbet in the frame pieces would be an easier and possibly more robust alternative to using pocket holes for the enclosure pieces of plywood? I got that idea from Norm Abram.
Thank you very much, I'm glad the video was helpful! You could certainly do a rabbet, but I don't think that it's necessary. My bench is completely loaded down with tools and materials and it has not offered to sag or bow from the load. It is a very solid bench even with the pocket hole joinery and has zero rack when I work at it (even with hand planes, chisels, or routers). Hope that answers your question! Happy building!
Amazing
Thank you!
Just found and subbed your channel.👍
I'm doing research on what to include on my bench build is how I found you.
Would love to see more of the completed project, like a tour type video.
Have a Jesus filled day everyone
Greg in Michigan
Thank you so much Greg. If you hit me up on Instagram I can do a tour of the bench pretty easy 👍🏻. God bless and Merry Christmas!
@@WoodshopMike
Not to computer savvy here. I've never been on Instagram. Heck, I have hard enough time just sending an email 🤪🤔
Oddly enough almost all outfeed table and assembly table build videos don't have a tour at the end to show the features. They do a good job of showing the build but don't showing the thought behind the features.
Greg in Michigan
9.00 for the T track 👍👍
😃😃
Awesome build, Mike. Do you have any concerns about sagging in the middle given how long your bench is? Is there any place to add additional casters in the middle?
Hi Tom, thank you very much! I'm not really concerned about the bottom 4x4s sagging, but you could certainly add desire short feet under the 4x4 if needed. The casters I'm using are only down when I need to move the bench. They flip up out of the way when the bench is stationary.
-Mike
If you make a torsion box top, that would eliminate any sagging what so ever.
Beautiful job! How did you decide where to put the t-track? How close to the edge... How far from each other... things like that? Nobody ever talks about that process. Or does it just not matter that much?
Thank you very much! It doesn't really matter too much, I mainly shoot from the hip with that kinda stuff and go with what feels right.
Mike. before purchasing plans, I'm wondering about overall finished dimensions so I'll know how it will fit in my garage. Can you provide?
It's 39.5" x 84.5" 👍
How do you like those casters. I have some on my workbench and the wheels rub against the legs of the bench. Do you have the same issue?
I really like them! I've not had an issue with the wheels rubbing on any workbench I've put them on.
Did you find that your benchtop was "dead" flat after building this?
This is such a great video and bench, btw. I've seen tons of bench builds, but you've convinced me to go with this design
Thank you very much Randy! Yes the top is dead flat and is still in great shape all these years later!
Great video. Hey, not actually about the bench, but I noticed that you have an extrusion for a fence system on your miter saw station. What did you do for the stop block?
Thank you very much! It's a shop made stop. I'm working through a different approach for my next bench though!
@@WoodshopMike you're welcome! You should do a video on it! I'm using an extrusion as well and I think I have mine figured out, so I'll be curious to see if they are similar haha
I'll probably cover it once the new setup is built!
Awesome workbench. What did your table top dimensions end up being? I noticed you didn’t use the whole sheet of MDF.
sorry for the delay! it was 39.5" x 84.5".
Fantastic work, thanks for making this video. I am making an assembly / outfeed table with t-track at this moment and your ideas are very helpful. Just wondering about the intersections. If they allow for the input of different t track tools, then why is it really necessary to notch out the nice hardwood trim around the perimeter? Thanks for your help!
Thank you very much. Those notches are required so you can get the accessories into the track.
@@WoodshopMike, I know that but am wondering if the crosses or intersections serve the same purpose? If so, can one get by without the notches ?
Nope the intersections just allow you to have continuous track in perpendicular directions. Still have to notch the trim or run the track all the way to the edge.
@@WoodshopMike When I look at a closeup of an intersection, it sure looks big enough to accept a t bolt. I appreciate your feedback. I will order some and find out for myself. Thank you.
Sure thing 👍🏻
The ultimate workbench that can only be made in the ultimate shop.
I built it to match the shop 😃👊
Hello, what router bit did you use to make the t-track channels in order to not chop the melamine?
I used a 1/2" down cut bit. You can use just about any size you want, the main thing is that it's a down cut helical bit.
Get one.
I gave you a thumbs up, great build, great video and editing. I'm still trying to decide if the music was needed, or did it take away from the video. Either way, I liked the project, and I may copy that design if I ever build one.
Thanks Dave I'm glad you love the build! I have plans available if you decide to go for it 👍🏻👊🏻
Great project!!! I agree with Dave M on the music.
Those casters sticking out look like trip hazards. When I build this I think i might move the short bottom support/brace back, or towards the center of the bench, and shift the casters on inside of the 4 x 4's. Whatddya think?
I know exactly what you mean, but these flip up and stay against the bench pretty well actually. But I've put these on another bench where they're recessed a bit and more out of the tripping zone. Lemme know how it works out for you!
hola felicidades por tu video aunque en lo personal creo haya quedado mucho mejor sin tornillos todo creo iba bien hasta despues del sistema kreg a mi gusto un banco de trabajo si lo estas haciendo con una DOMINO es para que valla sin un solo tornillo y este lleva kilos lo cual es de riesgo cuando es un banco de carpintreria fuera de ahi esta excelente. saludos
Do you have a review on the Delta Cruzer? I've looking at that and the Makita.
Hi Jackson! I do have a brief review on the saw. You can catch the video here:
czcams.com/video/MtmtCJ05FOg/video.html
If there are any specific questions you have that I don't cover let me know. It's a very good saw 👍
@@WoodshopMike thanks Mike! Love the channel!
Thank you very much!
Great video. May I suggest that you leave out the music next time?
Good video. Did you have any chip out when routing the t-track channels? I'm building a bench and laminating to the substrate. Should I route the channels first or laminate and then route the channels?
Thanks Chris👍. No issues with chip out on the melamine. I used a down cut bit which is great for preventing chip out on the top of material. I'd laminate first and then cut your channels.
Cheers!
@@WoodshopMike Thanks so much Mike. Keep the videos coming.
Absolutely! I'll do my best if you keep watching! 👊😃
Hi Mike, beautiful build. Maybe I missed it but how did you attach the melamine board to the plywood for the top work surface?
Thank you very much! Yes I didn't have much footage on that. I screwed the plywood to the melamine from the underside 👍🏻
Hello Mike,
Firstly I just want to compliment your community engagement! It’s amazing to see a creator that helps and cares about their community one on one as much as you do.
Secondly, I am building my own bench and I was concerned the melamine wouldn’t be able to hold the screws / widen their holes over time as I push on the table top over the years. How is it holding up for you?
Thanks
A high-school novice :)
Hey Chris,
Thank you very much! I started all of this in 2013 to give back to the community 👊🏻. The bench top is holding up great! I've built many benches over the years and this is one of my favorites 😃
I have Rockler t track but the Bessey or Festool lever clamps don't fit in the track. what am I missing? Will the Rockler track on your affiliate link work with the lever clamps?
Hi Jim! Yes, it's a detail I totally spaced on in the video and I do apologize! I didn't realize the rockler track was too short until it was all installed 🤦🏻♂️. I ground down the t track clamps to fit the track. I hope that makes sense! Sorry again for the confusion.
@@WoodshopMike Thanks Mike for the quick response
Do you have a link for your apron. I've been thinking about getting one but don't want to buy junk. Thanks
Here's a link to the apron I use: bit.ly/3IDsNET
I've had this one for a few years now and it's been great!
So, before I buy these plans, what are the dimensions? My basement is a bit cramped and my "assembly table" is a folding plastic table, and I don't have much more space than that. Also--is it totally necessary to plane and joint the 4x4s, or could I just cut the curved edges off with my tablesaw?
Hi Andrew,
The bench top is 84" x 39". You can absolutely omit jointing and planning the 4x4s 👍🏻👍🏻
Hey Mike! Just came across your channel. How are you liking those sanders? I've been eyeing the Mirka Deros and see the SurfPrep is very similar looking. My main concern is vibration (which is a Mirka selling point). Do the SurfPrep sanders have less vibration? Thanks in advance!
Hi Ryan!
I personally love the SurfPrep sanders. The vibration is substantially less than other on the market however I haven't used a Mirka to compare it to. My hand used to go numb after using my Ridgid or Black and Decker sanders. Now I can sand hours on end without fatigue 👍🏻👍🏻
If you do end up going with the SurfPrep, I have a discount code and link in the description (just in case you didn't see it 👍🏻).
Do you have an alternative to the domino joint to ensure that everything holds as well? Since that tool is a bit pricey!
1:43
Great bench! What brand are your sanders? They don't look familiar at all.
Thanks Corey! It's been a great addition to the shop. The sanders are by SurfPrep. I was told about them from a friend and I really like them. If you like what you see and end up getting one for your shop I have a 10% off code you can use.
Code: WOODSHOPMIKE10
Here's a link to the sander I use most often: bit.ly/2SV1AWk
Cheers!
Where's you get the blue hose for the ShopVac? That is not what comes with it.
Oh good call! That is from rockler.
Have you ever considered adding dog holes to this table?
I’m interested in a workbench/out feed table with all possible clamping/storage options I can think of.. I only have space for one, so I gotta be efficient :)
I have actually and I love having dog hole clamps. Maybe even more than t track... I have another outfeed/assembly table that you might be interested in as you hunt for the perfect bench!
czcams.com/video/ctlD0ho9mVU/video.html
@@WoodshopMike Mike!! My man!! I think that’s the one! beautifully done sir!
Have you considered adding t track to the other table build?
Thank you sir!
I have, but I don't think I really need too at this point since I have another table with t track.
Very nice work. Why did you swap out the table saw for the track saw on the melamine? Is it more accurate perhaps?
I don't remember actually😂😂
@@WoodshopMike ha ha. Glad to know it's not just me.
😂🤣
Como puedo conseguir los planos?
Onde comprar estes rodízios
Whats the stop you are using with the miter saw?
It's actually a shop made stop. I personally like the Kreg stops better than mine though 😂😂
Onde comprar se estes rodízios
Nice! How come you put tape on the top when flush trimming the trim
Thanks! I put the tape on just to help protect the melamine from being damaged by the bearing.
@@WoodshopMike thank you for the reply
@kevinb6102 yes sir! Sorry for the delay 👊👊
Mike, can I ask..with the casters are they strong enough with the two screws? No issues with repeated use?
They are strong. Unless you're moving the bench around with an extra 500lbs of lumber on it you'll be good👍🏻👍🏻
@@WoodshopMike amazing thanks. I have some they're not Rocklers but from amazon. And they've come off. My garage floor isn't that even so it does bump when moving. Perhaps I need Rocklers or bolts not screws. Your build looks great by the way!
what was the cost for the table base? just the frame and the top and bottom shelf, and the casters. looks like a project you can keep up with over time. looking for entry cost.
Hi Nick,
That would be roughly $250👍🏻👊🏻
What brand are those blue sanders hanging on the side.
They're SurfPrep sanders (bit.ly/2SV1AWk)! If you're interested you can use code WOODSHOPMIKE10 to save 10% 👍🏻👍🏻
Thanks mike
Hello I love this tutorial on making the ultimate workbench. However I noticed in the materials list you dont talk about the materials for the frame that you state you used 4x4s to do so. Is there a reason and I also wanted to know what kind of plywood you used for the 4'x8's
Glad you like the bench! The 4x4s are listed in the materials list. Can you elaborate on what you're asking? I used Baltic Birch because I can get it very affordably from my supplier, but any decent plywood would be alright for the bench.
Thanks!
@@WoodshopMike Sure I meant that when I looked at the materials that you have listed in the description of youtube I didnt see (I might be blind) the 4x4s there in the list and was wondering if that was done so only those that are an affiliate get the full materials list.
@@YakuzaTenma oh gotcha! I thought you were asking about the materials list in the plans! I just missed it here on the video. Thanks for watching, cheers!
@@WoodshopMike Sounds good! I did think of something, would it be easy to add locks to the drawers?
I think you'd have to make a few modifications but it should be manageable.
IF the right size, if the right size, with chalkboard paint, this would make an EXCELLENT kids furniture for toys, paper, pencils, crayons.
If it's not the right size for your space the plans could be scaled down fairly easy 👍🏻😃
Did you glue the melamine to the other 3/4 ply or did you just screw it in
Just screwed. Most common glues won't bond to melamine and I didn't have any of titebond's melamine specific glue on hand. No issues with just screwing it down through 👍
Question, what is the overall size of the desk. I'm interested in plans but want to make sure it fits in my space. I don't see it listed on the Plan page.
I assume that was a typo and you meant bench (I have a desk build so just clarifying). Anyways the bench is 39.5" x 84.5" 👍🏻👍🏻
@@WoodshopMike Yes, I mean this Bench. Thank you so much I do appreciate it!
You're welcome!
Anyone having issues finding Kiln Dried 4x4 posts? - I cant seem to find them in Canada - and with travel restrictions sourcing from the US doesn't seem possible - is gluing pairs of 2x4 going to be sufficient?
Gluing up 2X4s is totally fine 👍🏻👍🏻
@@WoodshopMike Thanks for the quick reply! I had bought your plans a few weeks back and haven't been able to source dry lumber thicker than 2" here - Do you recommend screws as well or is just using some titebond spread evenly and thoroughly dried going to be sufficient? Or should I even consider using some dowels between the boards?
Just glue will be plenty strong 👍🏻👊🏻
Hi Mr.Mike, Nice work bench, I have one question~ 5:45 -> What is the machine model name? :)
It's the Kreg Foreman. Here's a link👍🏻 amzn.to/3pi0guH
I know I'm almost two years late..lol...Question, why did you inset the intersections from the edge? Looks like they're about a 1/2" in. Thanks, Tony
No worries! Better late than never 👊 I inset the track from the edge just so that as the edged of the bench wear/get dented etc there's not the possibility of the track being proud of the rest of the edge and being something to possibly dent a project or scrape my hands on. I think I made them 3/4" thick, but 1/2" would also be sufficient.
@@WoodshopMike That makes sense. Hey thanks for the quick reply Mike.
You're welcome👊👊
Hi Mike - did you use the HD plywood for this project, or did you upgrade to baltic birch? I can't seem to find good plywood around here for a reasonable price. Thanks.
I went with Baltic Birch. My local supplier has 4x8 3/4" for any $43/sheet
@@WoodshopMike Thanks! You're paying about ~1/2 what they are around here. True baltic birch is $78-99/sheet and faux baltic birch from the big box store is $55/sheet.
Ugh that's painful! In that case get the purebond from Home Depot. Just lay it flat if possible and try to start your build within a day or so of bringing it home.
@@WoodshopMike I'm considering it, but the reviews are so mixed. Lately it's getting some really terrible reviews - seems like a total crap shoot if you get a great product or a completely useless product. Anyway - I need to commit one way or another soon since I need to get building. Thanks for the input!
Workbench envy? Is that even a thing? If so, I may have it.
Oh it's a medically recognized condition 😂 Glad you like the bench!
How do you like your Delta Cruiser?
I really like it. Not as accurate as a Kapex but does a great job!
Here's my unboxing and initial thoughts. czcams.com/video/MtmtCJ05FOg/video.html
Are you able to sit at the table? I need a sew table that i can sit and stand at, would this work?
Hi Samantha! Yes, you can sit at this bench with a bar stool. If you would want to sit closer to the bench like you would at a dining table, I'd adjust the overhang to give more room for your legs to go. To do this, just make the top bigger or the base smaller. Hope that helps!
-Mike
@@WoodshopMike I could do that, although I need an extra flip up for some extra fabric not to fall on the floor...maybe making it flush on one end for the added table space?
That could be done for sure! 👍🏻👍🏻
@@WoodshopMike how can I add a photo or show project idea?
That’s a really nice work bench. But, I’ve never even seen some of those tools. Light years above my novice skill level.
Thank you very much, I'm glad you like the bench! We all have to start somewhere 👍🏻😃
2x4s, 3/4” plywood, lots of 4 inch screws, a skil saw and a power drill, and you can build a bench as useful as this.
There's a ton of work that can be done on a simple bench for sure! The other two in my shop are 2x4s and a reclaimed door for the top! 👍🏻👊🏻
Nice bench very neat work! of subject, but that's a nice apron your wearing, anychance you could share a link to it online? Been looking for a decent one for a while
Just seen the link in your description, Legend!
@@rawframeshandcrafted beat me to it! You gotta hunt that link man. Those aprons sell out fast!
Here's a link to all my favorites from carhartt fwiw (and yes the apron is in there👍🏻👊🏻)
www.carhartt.com/category/woodshop-mike-favorites
@@WoodshopMike Yep! Sold out everywhere! But Managed to find one online in London :)
Oh man are they out of stock again?!
@@WoodshopMike yeah sold out everywhere in Australia and most places in the US but my brother lives in London and the carhartt store there had it so he’ll grab it and send it to me down under... must be all your vids making it sold out globally !
I know this is an older video, but I saw you using an app on your phone at one point and was wondering what it was? Was that a mobile friendly planning program?
In all honesty it was probably a calculator :)
@@WoodshopMike lol. Thanks for getting back to me. All I could see on the screen was a glimpse of a box at 1:25 so I was hoping I had found a great woodworking app for a change. Thanks again for the response.
how many ridgid shop vacs do you have ????????
🤣😂🤣 only 2.
what species of wood is the solid wood trim you put around the edges?
Hi Joe, I used Ambrosia Maple.
WHat brand is that orbital sander?
It's a SurfPrep and I really like it! If you're looking to order one I do have a discount code that'll take off 10%.
SurfPrep Sander (code WOODSHOPMIKE10 to save 10% ) - bit.ly/2SV1AWk
Hope that helps and thanks for watching!
What are the overall finished dimensions of this work bench?
Man, so sorry I didn't see this until now! It's 39.5" x 84.5" 👍🏻
I really like this build, but I'd have gone with a laminate top. If you have to worry about your surface being damaged by a bearing, then it's not durable enough for daily use.
I also wish I knew where people were getting 2x4 and 4x4 that are straight enough to use for these projects? Lumber sources around me have stuff that's fir for a bombe chest.
Genial
Gracias!
@@WoodshopMike por favor . Yo aprendo en youtube por gente como vos .
Tan contento de poder ayudar
How do I build this if I don't have workshop?
My first benches I had to build on the floor with a circular saw. If you have a router that'll speed things up a bit too. Good luck!