It seems to be time for the annual workbench discussion, so I'll start
it off. I know from previous threads that bench heights ought to be
about elbow level for general work, with some sections at lower heights
suitable for rebuilding the engines of our favorite cars. Some have
suggested castering to make maneuvering easier, though I wonder how
pounding on a vice would work on a castered workbench. And the
electrical outlets should have been installed at a height that clears
the benches.
Now that I am approaching the need to build my benches, I wonder if
anyone has or knows of plans for benches on say a two or four foot
module with provisions for storage below in either drawers or doors. I
am leaning toward tool storage in bearing-slide tool chests located on
some bench surfaces, with more storage shelves above those.
If by some chance no such plans exist, I could draw up a set, using the
list's input, and upload them to the plans area.
Any thoughts?
Ken Landaiche
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