The woodworking bench is for many carpenters and me of course , the most important wood machinery every carpenter should have and also try to have the best possible and appropriate for him .
The correct and appropriate workbench for you , will make your woodworking life way easier , but the most important is that you’ll work with easiness , safety and not damaging your body in a long term .
The right workbench should have the appropriate height around or , a little higher from your belly-button but never lower you’ll hurt your lower back . It should be very steady , have the right vices attached to it and a nice bench top .
See HERE my primary and extended post concerning the properties and more , for your workbench .
Before my suggestions for you , i have an amazing good and fully detailed book , of how can you create your personal workbench .
It’s a complete guide-book , with a hard cover and fully illustrated from Lon Schleining and inside you’ll see classic-modern-special bench creations and not only .
It worths every penny for it and you can get it on Amazon in here .
So let’s see my suggestions for you , form the cheapest solutions and escalate to the very top ones :
The BLACK+DECKER Workbench, Workmate, Portable one .
This bamboo – steel combination portable workbench can hold up to 550lbs , is a perfect bench if you cannot affort( or don’t want) an expensive one and you can check its price on Amazon in here .
It has very serious advantages :
1) heavy steel frame so it can hold 550lbs of your working force .
2) It has many clamping options/jaws .
3) it’s very stable and wisely designed( it has a step for your feet when planning) .
4) It has a solid and big enough surface to work and in general for its price you get more than you pay .
It has no serious disadvantages if you know what you get paid and its portability it makes it a perfect for a guy-lady-kid maybe , who doesn’t want to spend much , but have the ability to do all the woodworking jobs everywhere , very nice and “honestly” .
Of course the Black & Decker prestige is another serious advantage .
The 2x4basics Custom Work Bench and Shelving Storage System .
This very affordable workbench solution and storage kit , from 2x4basics is a very nice choice if you want to give to your bench the dimensions you like and customize it totally to fit your place and needs .
See more of this and check its price and buy it on Amazon here .
The obvious and very comfort advantage for this bench and storage kit , is that you make it and customize it as you like , giving no more than a 100$ bucks .
The bench “legs” are strong and steady and the brackets are made from heavy gauge structural resin and they also have pre-opened holes for your assembling . Don’t “underestimate” the resin “thing” .
When you’ll finish assemble it , you’ll be amazed from its stability .
It’s very easy to assemble and by adjusting your lumber’s pieces you’ll create a workbench to perfectly fit your space . This is a first class bench-storage approach with a few bucks .
Check this LARGE storage box on Amazon .
It’s very well made(dovetails) , have plenty of room with removable slots and a leather handle for more comfort .
Holdfast Holders .
While you’re using your freshly bought workbench , a great helper for many carpentry jobs are the Holdfast clamps .
Their versatile hold-down clamping force for all sized boards , will give you hold solutions countless times , especially when you don’t have noone around to help , with a-difficult to hold steady-wooden piece .
This 8″ Powertec Holdfasts are a great solution , made from very good quality metal and designed wisely to fit in all situations . See more and purchase it on Amazon in here .
Workbench Dogs .
From the same company the Powertec comes the last woodworking bench helper i suggest you , to supply . Even if all the workbenches have their own bench dogs included to their package , having some extra dogs , is always welcomed .
These 8 non-marring package bench dogs , are very well nylon made , easy to use of course having nice bench brake rubbers inserts . There are quit cheap and go to Amazon to check their price .
Having this woodworking machinery for sure you’ll be well equipped and you’ll do your jobs with safety , efficiency , with the best possible comfort ( and this means relaxed-focused brain ) and the securance that this equipment will last for long and don’t need to spend more money soon .
Keep woodworking and always smile while acting it , being a pro or an amateur carpenter .