I have my new pole barn up now. I need to build a workbench, but I have so much going on I want it to be simple. How have some of you built them in pole barns? I was thinking attached to the wall, but not sure. I would love to hear how you did yours and see some pictures as well. Thanks for your ideas
How To Build Workbench in Pole Barn
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SPIKER
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DANG had the post almost done and hit something that deleted everything in it....
OK I like construction adhesive and screws but last few used nail gun for speed...
10ea 2x4s and a 3/4" solid core plywood (coated MDF works well too.)
split plywood 26"x8' and 22"x92" the 22" gets cut down shorter to 91-3/4"
build top frame using 5 ea 19"2x4s and 2 ea 2x4x95" put the 19" in between the 95" so you have a frame that is 95"X22" the Front Legs (I like 34" for my height) go so they skinny side to front and wide side to sides. they slip inside the frame at the front and reinforce the joint. the back legs go other way (wide side to back of bench).
I build a middle frame almost same only it slips in between the legs. so it is 3" shorter than the top x the 22" plywood size. Ive also braced under the center shelf at the legs so the shelf sets on extra wood for strength. I use one full sized 2x4 to diagonal brace the back legs & middle shelf. It takes a couple hrs to put together but is cheap and very sturdy.
Mark
OK I like construction adhesive and screws but last few used nail gun for speed...
10ea 2x4s and a 3/4" solid core plywood (coated MDF works well too.)
split plywood 26"x8' and 22"x92" the 22" gets cut down shorter to 91-3/4"
build top frame using 5 ea 19"2x4s and 2 ea 2x4x95" put the 19" in between the 95" so you have a frame that is 95"X22" the Front Legs (I like 34" for my height) go so they skinny side to front and wide side to sides. they slip inside the frame at the front and reinforce the joint. the back legs go other way (wide side to back of bench).
I build a middle frame almost same only it slips in between the legs. so it is 3" shorter than the top x the 22" plywood size. Ive also braced under the center shelf at the legs so the shelf sets on extra wood for strength. I use one full sized 2x4 to diagonal brace the back legs & middle shelf. It takes a couple hrs to put together but is cheap and very sturdy.
Mark
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monteu said:
For my garage work bench I used some old kitchen cabinets removed for a remodel. Let the local contractors know your looking and check out The Restore run by Habitat For Humanity.
I reinforced the back with 3/8 ply and the ends with ABS inside on both ends. I used adhesive and screws. For the top I owed 3/4 ply covered with pressure board. I used L brackets to hold the top to the cabinets. Bolted the unit to the wall. And finished with 3inch base board.
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A couple 2x4's between the poles, a couple more shorter 2x4's protruding out from the poles, some 2x12's for the top and a couple 3-4' 4x4's for the legs and you will have a stout work bench that won't move around if you plan on having a vise on it
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I've worked at against the wall stationary work benches most all my life and one portable that could be accessed from all sides. After working at the portable (that wasn't mine) I'd never build one against ( attached ) to the wall. And for clamping work down, the top needs to be at least 3" larger than the frame on every side.
Something I do have, kind of by accident, is a hitching rail style work station outdoors that I use a lot.
Something I do have, kind of by accident, is a hitching rail style work station outdoors that I use a lot.
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I put 2x4's off off the poles and double 2x4's to the ground front and back...16" OC 2x4's between perlin nailers and a face plate and covered it in a 3/4" Melomine (sp?)...Works fantastic..7 years and counting. With a big vise...
You have tons of flexibility in this one.
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SandburRanch said:
Yes, go portable. Big castors, 1/2" thick top, 4' x 8'.
KennyG
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I could go on all day about all the benches I've built, but I will second not attaching it to the walls. Make it heavy and solid, but be able to move it when you need to. Also, in an unfinished pole barn, make sure you put a back ledge at least 3 or 4 inches high. Otherwise, you will be crawling under it to retrieve things constantly.
Cox89XJ
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A good picture of portable work bench would be worth more than a thousand words. I've got to build a work bench also.
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