11 Great Workbench Upgrades

A workbench might be the single most used tool in any woodworker’s shop and building a workbench is often one of the first projects for a new woodworker. A workbench doesn’t need to feature fancy joinery or details - it really only needs to be flat, sturdy and at a height that you can work comfortably. So today, instead of talking about workbench design or building from scratch, I’m going to talk about a bunch of simple upgrades you can make to whatever you’re using as a workbench.
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[@timtoggs]

0:50 Let's all take a second and appreciate the amount of setup that went into that 15-second clip.

[@billquillin1952]

I built my bench to the exact same height as my table saw. Comfortable to work on and expanded the capability of the saw!

[@BearCreekWoodworking]

I like how you tell people not to go overboard with workbench upgrades. However, there are a lot of awesome choices in this video.

[@fosteredwoodworks]

Great video! I just got some t-track, multi-track and a drawer jig for my next workbench build. I'm realizing all I need to do now is get some RGB strobe lights to add to mine!

[@knowledge2100]

Great ideas, Will be adding some T Tracks.

[@3dcad668]

A rear or side trough is what I wanted to see. Also a magnet bar or two somewhere to hold tools temporarily while you work.

[@petergamache5368]

I think I saw Stumpy Nubs at 1:00... :)

[@hupajo]

Thanks for the importend tops 👍✌️👍✌️

[@woodfold]

Nice video. Please add English captions.

[@armstrong2052]

Put u at 1k😮 nice vid man. Im trying to upgrade my bench.

[@rockler]

🙌

[@johnlee7085]

How thick does a work bench need to be to use a holdfast? I’ve seen benches that are 2” up to 6” thick. I’ve got some extra Baltic birch plywood that I really liked working with on another project and was thinking about using it for the workbench top. I will likely include dog holes, and while I’ve not used holdfasts previously, they seem like a nice addition.

[@rockler]

Hi John Lee, Please reach out to our product support team at 1-800-260-9663 or [e-mail]. They'll be able to assist you. Thank you

[@sstepinoff1]

Did you use Kreg pocket screws to put this together via the exact dimensions in your video plans? Or do I need to compensate for the dimensions in your Rockler download?

[@rockler]

You can follow the plans exactly if using pocket holes or dowels.

[@Adelpai]

Hey, the bench you show in this video isn't very deep like the one I just found for my dad. I was wondering if it should be deeper or how to add to it to make it deeper. The o e I found looks like the same size with the holes in the top and a side vise. I paid $125 used but in real good condition. Actually it's the one that Harbor Freight sells for $199. Did I get a good deal?

[@rockler]

Hello Wendi, These benches are 19-5/8" wide. It is a common size for workbenches. Especially in smaller shops. Generally, you don't need much more space for working on individual parts. If you need a larger top, you could put 2 benches together, or add an extension top with folding legs, like these - www.rockler.com/rockler-rock-steady-folding-top-extension-kit - Workbenches are often fit to a personal preference. There is no right or wrong, if it works for you, then it is right.

[@sylvainmichaud2262]

The last thing I want on my workbench or in my shop is a dead man ! 🤔😜

[@eballacharles0302]

💵👌

[@edgardocerda4045]

i don't know about u, but now I wanna add a microwave to my workbench