This is a pretty solid little workbench. While once you figure out how it comes together, it is physically Easy to assemble ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxyFZUPFEey-PuqsPMxqaykBhgA1LWxFHh by yourself. But the diagrams explaining the steps are really pretty bad. I could not get the handle pins in all the way despite multiple attempts, so I just used a screw I had on hand for the 2nd handle. I could not get the first pin in further or pull it back out. You are supposed to hammer it in, but I had no leverage and the handle is plastic and I did not want to risk breaking it. I will get a lot of use out of the bench because of the convenient size and height. It does fold up nicely for storage. They even explain how to fold it so you don't get pinched...that is important!
Shirt cuff???????? That doesn't tell me anything specific. People wear clothes differently. How about waist??? Natural waist, Belly button???? Shirt cuff heights are different. I got t-shirts that are 3" different lengths.
Very useful, thanks very much. Here's an idea for you to add to your video if you like it. If you (the viewer) don't want to make a bench for each of the three heights then consider making a 'general' bench with the bench top level with your cuffs for joinery etc, and a 6 inch high platform to go on the floor next to the bench or on top of it. When the platform is on the floor and you stand on it your cuffs will be 6 inches above the bench for sanding, sawing and plaining. This way the work piece is in direct contact with the bench top so the extra downwards pressure you apply when doing these jobs is transferred directly to the bench top. When the platform is on the bench top your cuffs will be 6 inched below the top of the platform, which can then be used for assembly and repairs. These jobs don't require extra downwards pressure when you carry them out, so the fact that the work piece is not in direct contact with the bench top doesn't matter. Regards Tony B
Um, what is the standard length for a shirt cuff? I know where my wrist is. I know where my knuckles are, but the height of my shirt cuff differs depending on the shirt I'm wearing.
Agree... shirts are made to various lengths. Very arbitrary. I have seen the wrist line used as a guide... a bit better since at least if you have longer / shorter arms, it would be directly reflected in the ease of use of your workbench once built.
Thank you for the pointer. I'm going to build a long-procrastinated work bench tomorrow. "Crease of the wrist" for those who can't figure out a shirt cuff. :-) Also, if one is going to do small assembly work, an adjustable chair/stool would lower one's body and simulate a taller work bench. I've used one of these for working on electronics projects at work. They're great.
MAY GOD BLESS YOU FOR YOUR COURTESY AND FOR NOT HAVING THE ACCURSED BACKGROUND MUSIC PRESENT IN EVERYTHING PUBLISHED IN THIS SECTION...!!!!!! How about those teaching us HOW TO, speak up sizes of materials and what they are actually DOING instead of the rotten music...??????????????????????????/
Good video, but "shirt cuff height" means absolutely nothing to me. I think you could have linked your measurement to an actual body part (wrist, elbow, hip joint, etc.). I'm still giving this video a thumbs up, though
I made mine between my belly button and nipple height and it’s perfect. I’m 6’1” 275lbs and I find this height ideal with someone with a bad back such as myself. I also installed heavy duty lockable wheels so I can move my workbench around to somewhere suitable for the particular job.
If you are going to use a vice then your elbow should be the same height as the top of the jaws. Then make the bench height to suit the vice. I use a steel floor bolted frame and then I do not have to follow the bench around the garage!!
Interesting. I'd never really thought of height that much before but I think your logic is sound and, as you mention, the wrong height can fatigue the body prematurely. Well thought out and very helpful. Thank you for your ideas.
my workbench in the Garage is 33" and I'm 6'1". My back and shoulders kill me after a day out there.......my shirt cuff is about 39". I'm definitely raising my before the bike building seasons kicks into high gear. Another thought is using some type of rubber flooring to stand on, and good supportive shoes. Man, it sucks getting old.
Wow...33" is painfully low (I think) for someone 6 feet or over. In fact, most of the time I like to do work on a bench that is several inches above the cuff line, but that's just a personal preference. Kind of depends on the type of work you want to do. Obviously a lower bench height works better for sanding, planing, drilling holes, etc...but for general work, like making repairs, assembling stuff -- I like my bench top to be fairly high off the floor.
Repetition is a curious thing -- it can cause long-term ailments from the smallest, most simple tasks that you would never expect to be problematic. Even if you find the ideal height for your bench, best not to spend too much time working in one position like that.
I’ve actually done the same thing Chris Ward has done, but 20 years ago. Made my work table the same height as my table saw to be used as an outfeed table. Been working great! FYI... mine is at 37” (bad back, don’t wanna bend over because of the pain)
Sounds like good advice. Another thinng to consider is if you match your bench height with your table saw (taking into acount locking casters) your bench can double as a outfeed table.
thank you for sharing, this was exactly the information i was looking for, i want to build an adjustable bench for my father and i to use, but since he is a good head shorter, i need to be able to change it without much fuss.
Exactly the advice I needed. I am planning my laundry room and was trying to determine the best height for a counter to put over top of the washer and dryer. I had checked the specs for height on the units and concluded that 40" tall would be needed to accommodate most equipment. I'm 5'6" and I wondered if it would be a practical height for folding laundry. With my measuring tape in hand while watching your video I now have a very high confidence level in my decision. Thanks so much.
Realize this is old. But I disagree. If I'm leaning into something I'm trying to force the tool to do extra work. Now how you want saws, chisels, and even an orbital sander can get worm out faster or see uneven wear from leaning on it. I hate looking down for long periods of time. So for me 36-38 is likely a good height despite only being 5'7
Instead of trying to build something with adjustable-height ( for two different people), I think I would simply build two separate benches. If you see my workbench plans, you'll discover the project is simple and inexpensive.
If your shop is tight, I would work from the table saw height for those benches close to the table saw. This is a tremendous help when handling sheet goods or long lumber. It also increases safety. I would suggest the surrounding benches to actually be about 1/16" lower than the table saw height.
Seems to make sense I made a bench today out of 3 two by tens and some four by fours for legs I cut them a bit long it seems, but I was happy it didn't wobble or have some horrible slant to it. There is no way I can use a miter saw on it though I put the saw up there sighed and went inside I'll cut off ~6 inches tomorrow I think.
I like my bench at 63 or 64inches, I would like if all manufactures would resolute to standardize the table saw height also. I like the band saw table to be at 70 inches.
You do not need to if you would have read Tony B's comment above build a 6" platform to stand on for a lower bench (sanding) and put the platform on the bench for assembly. FYI
This is a pretty solid little workbench. While once you figure out how it comes together, it is physically Easy to assemble ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxyFZUPFEey-PuqsPMxqaykBhgA1LWxFHh by yourself. But the diagrams explaining the steps are really pretty bad. I could not get the handle pins in all the way despite multiple attempts, so I just used a screw I had on hand for the 2nd handle. I could not get the first pin in further or pull it back out. You are supposed to hammer it in, but I had no leverage and the handle is plastic and I did not want to risk breaking it. I will get a lot of use out of the bench because of the convenient size and height. It does fold up nicely for storage. They even explain how to fold it so you don't get pinched...that is important!
Shirt cuff???????? That doesn't tell me anything specific. People wear clothes differently. How about waist??? Natural waist, Belly button???? Shirt cuff heights are different. I got t-shirts that are 3" different lengths.
I only wear T-Shirts, so I made my workbench 50" tall. I''ve never been more productive.
But I wear short sleve shirts!
Perhaps wrist high?
LOL
It's 2 minutes and 49 seconds...I'm not sure I could have condensed it much more than that :-)
EZ Woodshop
I went to your website and I did the free down load info so I could get your plans.
Very useful, thanks very much.
Here's an idea for you to add to your video if you like it.
If you (the viewer) don't want to make a bench for each of the three heights then consider making a 'general' bench with the bench top level with your cuffs for joinery etc, and a 6 inch high platform to go on the floor next to the bench or on top of it.
When the platform is on the floor and you stand on it your cuffs will be 6 inches above the bench for sanding, sawing and plaining. This way the work piece is in direct contact with the bench top so the extra downwards pressure you apply when doing these jobs is transferred directly to the bench top.
When the platform is on the bench top your cuffs will be 6 inched below the top of the platform, which can then be used for assembly and repairs. These jobs don't require extra downwards pressure when you carry them out, so the fact that the work piece is not in direct contact with the bench top doesn't matter.
Regards
Tony B
I was thinking about this very thing. Not a stool, but a three in one work bench that one could use with a variety of projects.
Excellent suggestion!
@@TheRosstaman….. I'd forgotten about making the suggestion, which was 8 years ago, until I got your message for which I thank you, Tony
Um, what is the standard length for a shirt cuff? I know where my wrist is. I know where my knuckles are, but the height of my shirt cuff differs depending on the shirt I'm wearing.
Agree... shirts are made to various lengths. Very arbitrary. I have seen the wrist line used as a guide... a bit better since at least if you have longer / shorter arms, it would be directly reflected in the ease of use of your workbench once built.
Just use your wrist then🤷♀️ You are over thinking this
Thank you for the pointer. I'm going to build a long-procrastinated work bench tomorrow. "Crease of the wrist" for those who can't figure out a shirt cuff. :-)
Also, if one is going to do small assembly work, an adjustable chair/stool would lower one's body and simulate a taller work bench. I've used one of these for working on electronics projects at work. They're great.
I’m going to build an adjustable height bench that will change when I change my shirt!
MAY GOD BLESS YOU FOR YOUR COURTESY AND FOR NOT HAVING THE ACCURSED
BACKGROUND MUSIC PRESENT IN EVERYTHING PUBLISHED IN THIS SECTION...!!!!!!
How about those teaching us HOW TO, speak up sizes of materials and what they are
actually DOING instead of the rotten music...??????????????????????????/
Thanks Andy. I'm 6'6" and your simple approach worked perfect for me. Thanks for sharing the expertise.
Good video, but "shirt cuff height" means absolutely nothing to me. I think you could have linked your measurement to an actual body part (wrist, elbow, hip joint, etc.). I'm still giving this video a thumbs up, though
I made mine between my belly button and nipple height and it’s perfect. I’m 6’1” 275lbs and I find this height ideal with someone with a bad back such as myself. I also installed heavy duty lockable wheels so I can move my workbench around to somewhere suitable for the particular job.
If you are going to use a vice then your elbow should be the same height as the top of the jaws.
Then make the bench height to suit the vice. I use a steel floor bolted frame and then I do not have to follow the bench around the garage!!
Six inches below my shirt cuff, it would be at my knees
I came here because of back pain.
Interesting. I'd never really thought of height that much before but I think your logic is sound and, as you mention, the wrong height can fatigue the body prematurely. Well thought out and very helpful. Thank you for your ideas.
my workbench in the Garage is 33" and I'm 6'1". My back and shoulders kill me after a day out there.......my shirt cuff is about 39". I'm definitely raising my before the bike building seasons kicks into high gear. Another thought is using some type of rubber flooring to stand on, and good supportive shoes. Man, it sucks getting old.
Wow...33" is painfully low (I think) for someone 6 feet or over. In fact, most of the time I like to do work on a bench that is several inches above the cuff line, but that's just a personal preference. Kind of depends on the type of work you want to do. Obviously a lower bench height works better for sanding, planing, drilling holes, etc...but for general work, like making repairs, assembling stuff -- I like my bench top to be fairly high off the floor.
it really is painfully low
Thank you, this was useful and informative
Repetition is a curious thing -- it can cause long-term ailments from the smallest, most simple tasks that you would never expect to be problematic. Even if you find the ideal height for your bench, best not to spend too much time working in one position like that.
I’ve actually done the same thing Chris Ward has done, but 20 years ago. Made my work table the same height as my table saw to be used as an outfeed table. Been working great! FYI... mine is at 37” (bad back, don’t wanna bend over because of the pain)
What size if you wear short sleeves LOL
Sounds like good advice. Another thinng to consider is if you match your bench height with your table saw (taking into acount locking casters) your bench can double as a outfeed table.
You are the guy that makes those funny videos!!! I recognized your voice!
thank you for sharing, this was exactly the information i was looking for, i want to build an adjustable bench for my father and i to use, but since he is a good head shorter, i need to be able to change it without much fuss.
Exactly the advice I needed. I am planning my laundry room and was trying to determine the best height for a counter to put over top of the washer and dryer. I had checked the specs for height on the units and concluded that 40" tall would be needed to accommodate most equipment. I'm 5'6" and I wondered if it would be a practical height for folding laundry. With my measuring tape in hand while watching your video I now have a very high confidence level in my decision. Thanks so much.
this is the smartest answer on line thanks im 6.2 my tall bench 43" my low bench 37" keeps my back from hurting
Realize this is old. But I disagree. If I'm leaning into something I'm trying to force the tool to do extra work. Now how you want saws, chisels, and even an orbital sander can get worm out faster or see uneven wear from leaning on it. I hate looking down for long periods of time. So for me 36-38 is likely a good height despite only being 5'7
I'm 6'.
40" seems generally good for me.
Thanks for this video.
Instead of trying to build something with adjustable-height ( for two different people), I think I would simply build two separate benches. If you see my workbench plans, you'll discover the project is simple and inexpensive.
Perfect. Best video I found on the subject :) SO I am assuming this is for standing at the workbench correct? If so, Got tips for seated?
If your shop is tight, I would work from the table saw height for those benches close to the table saw. This is a tremendous help when handling sheet goods or long lumber. It also increases safety. I would suggest the surrounding benches to actually be about 1/16" lower than the table saw height.
the uppermost surface of your bench should come up to your JUNK if your a Fella and your Hoo Hoo if your a dame
Seems to make sense I made a bench today out of 3 two by tens and some four by fours for legs I cut them a bit long it seems, but I was happy it didn't wobble or have some horrible slant to it. There is no way I can use a miter saw on it though I put the saw up there sighed and went inside I'll cut off ~6 inches tomorrow I think.
annnd if you're a scruffy mess who's never worn clothes that fit properly, like me- then how high? :P
I like my bench at 63 or 64inches, I would like if all manufactures would resolute to standardize the table saw height also. I like the band saw table to be at 70 inches.
How tall are you? I'm 6'2", and a 64 inch bench height would put it at chin level, and that 70 inch band saw would be above my eye level.
MeNoxto Clearly he's the Mountain who is *resolute* to keep Tyrion away from carpentry.
LOL who wants a band saw table at six feet?
sth128 He's talking about from the ceiling.
You're a good a big help in my endeavors, and I thank you sir...
Ooooh I love your voice
Thanks for the info. great video for reference.
I'm 6'5½". 38" general.
Ok, i need 3 tables xD
This was so helpful to me! Thank you!!!
Well thought out - thanks for the tips.
If you follow this plan... you'll need THREE WORK BENCHES!
Not really. Check out Tony B's comment above. Make one workbench, and a 6 inch platform you can either stand on or or place on top of your workbench.
You do not need to if you would have read Tony B's comment above build a 6" platform to stand on for a lower bench (sanding) and put the platform on the bench for assembly. FYI
You're very welcome!
Good video
excellent - just setting out on my workbench build today and this video is *the* best advice I've seen fro height. Thanks very much.
Thanks heaps!!
Happy to help!
:-)
excellent - thank you
Hey bud! Thanks for the info, but do me a favor? Grab a drink of water before ur next video ;)
I always go by the status of chub height. Full chub, mild chub or she's fat and I'm drunk chub.
Andy ur the best!