Bench build 101...not for all

[Ch3No2]

Let me start by saying I am only trying to be informative on here for some that prefer this type of bench...it's not for all but if this is of interest to you I will be loading photos as I go so as to show some people how I do mine. I like them and have built a few...they are sturdy, store some things out of sight and I think pretty nice looking....
First pic is a finished bench and the rest will be added as this one is built...

 

[2-0turbo]

I sure like the finished picture! Looking forward to the build.

 

[JCQuick]

yes please show more

 

[bgarrett]

Why arent all the 2X4s turned on edge for the top? Thats where the maximum strength is.

 

[sponfit]

Why arent all the 2X4s turned on edge for the top? Thats where the maximum strength is.

Was curious about this as well.

 

[Ch3No2]

Why arent all the 2X4s turned on edge for the top? Thats where the maximum strength is.

Was curious about this as well.

I choose to flat lay the bench top 2 x 4's to give more support surface to the actual bench counter for strength since the counter is 3/4" particle board and they are only spanning 28"...cut a 2 x 4 28" and flat lay it across 2 blocks and stand on it...it's fine...plus it does give more head room inside the cabinet....

 

[StumpjumperDave]

I need to build something like this as well....

 

[Slednut]

Looks nice, I see no toe kick. Do you make up for it with the tops over hang?

 

[Ch3No2]

Looks nice, I see no toe kick. Do you make up for it with the tops over hang?

Yes...overhang is about 3" from finish face

 

[Jack Olsen]

How are you going to support the 3" of overhanging particle board?

 

[Ch3No2]

How are you going to support the 3" of overhanging particle board?

I don't...but I do run a 1x2 Poplar doubler underneath that is glued and screwed to the edge to give it strength and make the table top look thicker.

 

[chadman]

One thing I would add is 2x4 vertical supports from the ledger board to the block foundation. That way no matter how hard you beat on the bench the ledger won't sag. That's how I did mine.

 

[Ch3No2]

Managed to get the lower storage flooring in along with the end panels attached and the face frame pieces on...laminate this weekend I hope

 

[Tricon]

Looks awesome, cant wait to see how you finish it out. Do you use the iron on laminate or just paint? I always worried about the longevity of the iron on stuff. I need to do this on the other side of my garage.

 

[Ch3No2]

Looks awesome, cant wait to see how you finish it out. Do you use the iron on laminate or just paint? I always worried about the longevity of the iron on stuff. I need to do this on the other side of my garage.

Just formica, contact cement and a router with an edge bit

 

[sberry]

I got to agree, I like that.

 

[Ch3No2]

Face and ends laminated....table top on and edge doubler glued and screwed in place...doors next weekend.