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7th April 2014, 08:44 AM #1
bench size
Hi guys/gals
I am starting to build my workbench replacement at the moment its just mortised legs.
I was wondering the ideal size for a work bench the workshop is 5.8 mtrs X 4.4m
if I put one against the wall was going to make it 1500 X 600 wide or as an island 1500 X 800
going to be a lot of hand tools used the next item would be vices & size. I have bought a leg vise and a 250 mm bench vice should these be enoughor do I need any thing else
what is the size of your bench
regards Michaelenjoy life we are only here a short time not a long time
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7th April 2014, 10:32 AM #2
I think there is temptation to build a monster so think about the length of the largest thing you will use a hand plane on. I made mine about 1.8 x 0.6.
I set out for a longer build but realised the need to conserve shed space. Check out the loads of bench builds in this section.
Regards
John
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7th April 2014, 11:11 AM #3Awaiting Email Confirmation
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Michael,
Same here 'against the wall or island'.
In the end mainly because I'll be using hand tools I went for an island bench.
Mine is 1.9m X 900mm. (Grandfather had one that was 1m X 6m).
This way I can use all sides of the bench (which is more the norm than the occasional use).
Love having an island bench.
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10th April 2014, 08:26 AM #4
Well this is on hold again been admitted to hospital with a possible heart attack having tests so shed time will be limited regards Michael
enjoy life we are only here a short time not a long time
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10th April 2014, 09:50 AM #5Senior Member
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I hope all is well with you! Take care, and hopefully it's nothing too serious.
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11th April 2014, 01:03 PM #6
thanks for the well wishes
had the test. All vains around heart are all clear. Its just the usual the vains around the heart muscle convolsing nothing can be done just try new tablets and get on with life
Just sore at the moment and got to slow down and less stress yeah if that's going to happen
regrards Michael
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