2 x 4 Basics Workbench Kit?

[David Conwill]

Is anyone familiar with the 2x4 Basics 90164 Workbench and Shelf Kit?

If I’m reading it right, the kit is basically just the brackets and instructions. Seems like I could do this by myself with stuff from the lumber yard cheaper.

Is saving the design headaches worth it?

-Dave

 

[red baron]

Looks like that is just brackets, hooks etc... and you supply your own lumber, whether or not its worth it will depend on what you need it for, or if you have the tools, and capabilities to build something else.

Personally I would build my own which I did here.... http://garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=61632

 

[Jack Olsen]

It depends on your skill and comfort level with designing your own.

 

[blaze_125]

Is saving the design headaches worth it?

The design stage is just as gratifying*sp?* as the building stage
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66760

 

[evil_twin]

That seems very simple. Seems like someone can do it themselves if they knew how to measure and use a circular saw.

 

[ADaughen]

FWIW, if one wanted, they could probably build a full workbench for that price and they wouldn't have to worry about clamps failing.

Figure 25 2x4x96 and 3 sheets of 4x8 plywood for a simple 3'x8' replica of that design.

Aside - with an 8' span, I would prefer a 2x6 on the top section like blaze's or six 4x4 legs.


If you take your time, draw out some sketches, and figure out your size requirements/limits; it isn't that hard to cut a few boards and fasten it together. The only thing you are saving yourself is the "hassle" of making clean square corners.


I really like BB767's work bench design seen on page 17 here:
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=51567&page=17

If I talk my wife into building the workshop, I will have a whole wall of those built.

 

[David Conwill]

Thanks guys, I knew I'd get some good feedback here. I've got the tools, I've probably got the skills, and now I just have to find the time.

-Dave

 

[Falcon67]

That $65 buys about 21 2x4 studs at Lowes. I'd just buy the wood and start a-hackin!

 

[blaze_125]

now I just have to find the time.

You probably have that too, you just don't see it

 

[ADaughen]

Thanks guys, I knew I'd get some good feedback here. I've got the tools, I've probably got the skills, and now I just have to find the time.

-Dave

I would suggest building the "frames" for the lower and upper shelves then add the legs. Once in place, measure, cut and add the plywood shelf tops.

Think of it as a bunch of small projects and it is sometimes easier to find the time.