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One would think, but he declined. They build to a spec and don't dabble in onesie twosie customs. He said they have the contract for AAMCO.

Thanks for the link to the Steveo build. Good stuff, for sure. If I needed more drawer storage, I’d do something similar in a heartbeat. Maybe down the road. While doing so investigation, I stumbled upon this: http://www.j-marmetal.com/rb-100b-rebuilding-benches These guys are only a couple...

Have a link? Sorry, I must have overlooked it...

I dig it. Thanks for sharing! I may still go with a welded steel tube construction. I’ve been back and forth, certainly pros and cons of each.

Looks great! I had the same idea with regards to the material. My shop is climate controlled so humidity isn’t a major issue. Any residual oil will address flash rust. The ss approach is mostly out of vanity. Just for the times customers see the shop. How do you like the steel structure...

No woodworking in this shop. This is dedicated to metal and mechanic type work. Agreed that a wood bench is ideal for non messy work. IF (and a big IF) I want a soft top, I’ll make a temporary top out of wood or Masonite which I’ll clamp in place.

Why would a seamless metal top “screw up an otherwise useful benchtop”? We have a 1200 ft2 shop with three benches. This one is dedicated to messy work.

Thanks for chiming in. What brand contact cement? Did you do any surface prep to the zinc before adhering (sanding, etc.)? Thanks for the good ideas, everyone. Keep them coming! Regarding non-metal tops, though...not considering for this bench. I’ve used laminate countertops in the past and...

I really like the whiteboard idea. I might borrow that idea for another light duty bench I need to make!

I was thinking of something similar regarding the three sided backsplash. Didn't consider the trough on the front end, though. I like it! Still, thoughts on how to affix to the wood top? I'm trying not to overthink this, but I want it to be solidly mounted. Adhesive? Maybe keep the back...

I'm a little ashamed to admit that it's been over a year since I finished construction of my heated and cooled pole barn and I'm still working on a broke-*** wobbly manufactured workbench. In my defense, I've been busy finishing the shop, but the nonsense needs to stop! I've built a few...

55F would a treat in the winter! I rarely hit that temp, even in our current garage...good idea on the WIFI thermostat, I like that. Definitely doing an attached 3 car garage. The costs aren't that much higher than doing two, and I know we'll use it. That will hold me over for a bit, but...

Looking to take advantage of the collective knowledge and experience on here...I know this initially comes across as an odd question, but hear me out. Our current house is a ~1200 ft2 ranch with half finished basement/2-bay garage underneath. The garage has spilled over into the basement and a...

I decided to take the easy way out and use barbed fittings from the local hardware store. Used two hose clamps per fitting and I'm leak free. Not nearly as clean as I'd like, but it appears to be working with no issues. This hose reel is going to change my life!

OK, so I'm looking for some help here. I recently outfitted my work area with a new compressor. I got a killer deal on a 7.5 hp 80 gallon Campbell Hausfeld. 26.7 CFM baby! I also picked up a Reelcraft hose reel and am in the process of getting that operational. Now onto the point: I have...