The sketchup plans for the bench originally came to me from Jeff, and I modified the dimensions to make the final bench 8’ long x 28” deep x 34” tall (although I rough cut the leg pieces a bit longer, since I’m debating whether to bring up the height an inch or so).

Finally getting started on this thing. All I have to show for it so far is a stack of rough cut SPF (can’t find Douglas Fir around here):

The back table top will be made from glued up cherry shorts which I got for cheap. That’s what I hope to be cutting this weekend:






















5 comments so far
Dick, & Barb Cain
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posted 724 days ago
It looks like your going to have a pretty nice bench.
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Dorje
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posted 724 days ago
This should be fun to follow!
-- Dorje (pronounced "door-jay"), Seattle, WA
mot
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posted 723 days ago
I love bench blogs….looking forward to seeing your progress!
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cajunpen
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posted 723 days ago
Looks like another great workbench is in the making. Should be an interesting blog and build, fun to follow.
-- Bill - "Suit yourself and let the rest be pleased." http://www.cajunpen.com/
sawdustroad
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posted 657 days ago
Thanks for posting the sketchup drawing. I can’t believe I missed it in my hours of mining for plans of such a popular bench design.
-Alan – www.sawdustroad.com
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