Workbench Planning

Workbench Planning

by | Jan 1, 2017 | Tips, Workshop

If you are building a bench or table that won’t be used for off-feed support for materials being processed, some general height recommendations include either 34-in. high, knuckle high, or hip-pocket high.
Workbench Planning

Storing Screws & Nails

by | Jan 1, 2017 | Tips, Workshop

Over the coarse of a few projects, you can accumulate quite a collection of small screws, nails, and other small parts. There are several ways you can store these items; baby food jars, small paper bags, soup cans, or even a multi-drawer small parts organizer. The...
Workbench Planning

Powertool Placement

by | Jan 1, 2017 | Tips, Workshop

Generally allow about 2-in. from the back of the tool to the wall, but be sure to leave space for any sawdust collection equipment you plan to install, including the ductwork and any attachments to it or to the tool.
Workbench Planning

Bucket Storage

by | Jan 1, 2017 | Tips, Workshop

You can use several plastic 5-gal. buckets fitted with tough nylon tool holders to help organize your shop. When not being used they can be hung up neatly on screw hooks to the side of your workbench or inside a special cabinet. Using several buckets will allow you to...
Workbench Planning

Part Catchers

by | Jan 1, 2017 | Tips, Workshop

When making repairs or taking apart equipment, be prepared for the occasional dropped part. Clean off a section of your workbench and spread out a smooth shop or dish towel. The towel will keep errant small parts from rolling around on the floor and getting lost. For...
Workbench Planning

Workshop Visibility

by | Jan 1, 2017 | Tips, Workshop

You can improve the visibility inside your workshop just by painting the walls and floors white. If your workshop is in the basement paint the sides of the window wells white too.