KevsWoodworks

Apologies for the link, I'll get that fixed!Thanks for the kind words! I do use them all the time and they are fairly simple to build.

Thanks so much! Much credit goes to mtairymd for his work on the plans and animation! It really is his work that gives what I do so much life!

Ultimately, altering the design would be fairly simple but would depend on the weight of the top. The two center panels could be made taller and you might need to install one on each side to support the weight. I would put the ones on the sides in stopped sliding dovetails for strength. Also, you would need to know this early on to account for that joinery in the face and back frame. Hope that helps?

Thank you for the kind words! It would be pretty easy to modify the plans to fit your needs. Feel free to have your "hubby" drop me a note if he has questions. I'd be happy to help.

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Thanks!No, leaving them oversized when gluing in the strips gives you a little wiggle room to get everything lined up nicely.

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Thanks, I'm very fortunate to have the shop that I do but, it certainly doesn't take a shop like that to produce these frames. Provided you have flat/square lumber and a way to cut rabbets and clean miters, anyone can make these.

Thanks! Depending on the chosen material for the back portion of the frame, the wire could definitely be hung there. If you decide to use plywood or partical board, I don't think that would hold up to the weight of the frame and canvas. You should be fine with hardwoods though.

Thank you, I'm sure three will be more requests as well.

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Solid tip for stuff like this! Being the opposite end, I didn't really feel the need and haven't had any issues with this. The good part is that the blocks can be removed and those chamfers added if it were an issue. Thanks for the well thought out comment! It's much appreciated!

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Thank you. I've had these jigs in my shop for many years. The new table saw forced me to build new ones because they are useful and I do use them.

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Hmm.. Thanks for the heads up.. I'll ask my web person to take a look at that and see if I can fix it. In all honesty, I'm really not interested in anyone's private info.

I'm still new to how all this works so, I added a set of plans in the final step.. Apologies for any inconvenience and I really appreciate the feedback.

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Thanks! I actually built 2 of these at the same time and the other one was for my wife's quilting room. Her's is just a little taller.

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Thanks!! I'll try to thin out the green stuff if I can ;)

Thanks for including me in this build! Was actually pretty quick to do and they'll make awesome gifts!

Thanks for including me in this build! Was actually pretty quick to do and they'll make awesome gifts!

That's awesome! Don't hesitate to use my email if you have questions along the way!

No problem at all, I'm happy to help!

Thanks. It is meant as an entry level bench that can grow to the "super mega fancy workbench" with the addition of the better/more expensive hardware. I do agree that it's not 2 x 4s with plywood on top but, it's a very doable project.

By "laminate" I assume you mean to glue it down. With grain directions going in opposite directions, you're not allowing for wood movement and it will move. At some point, something has to give.

Thanks! I find it really helpful to have a very heavy bench especially if you're using a lot of hand tools. The weight helps keep the bench from shaking in use.The vise you mention isn't really designed as a "woodworking" vise but, I also don't know what type of work you do on your bench so, your vise could be completely appropriate for your shop and your work flow.Another option for the top might be to use Poplar and 1/4" hardboard secured with screws to the top of that. This would allow that 1/4" layer to be replaced when it gets beat up from use.

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