| Blog series by A Slice of Wood Workshop | updated 08-29-2013 11:49 AM | 7 parts | 16798 reads | 13 comments total |
Part 1: Intro
I need a new bench. i scored a solid core door to use as a benchtop.
Part 3: Leg Building 1.2
In this segment I assemble the right and left legs. I go over the half-blind dovetail and also the bridal joint. Thanks for checking it out!
Part 4: Tool tray building
In this video i go over how I built my tool tray. I show 2 ways to get a tounge and groove system using both hand tools and power tools. Enjoy, Share, Subscribe!
Part 5: Cutting Beveled Mortises
I am one step closer to the finish of my workbench. I show steps to cut a beveled mortise. If the video isn’t working, click here to view it on YouTube.
Part 6: Finally, The base is assembled!
I have finally got the tenons cut. I went ahead and assembled the base. Click here for the video on YouTube.
Part 7: Top Installed
This workbench has came a long way. Started off by ripping down 2×8’s for the legs and the stretchers, then hand to mortise out the legs, create half blind dovetails and I’m finally at the top of the bench. In this video I show how I chose to mount the top of the bench so I can keep everything portable. I also cleaned out the shop a bit and placed the bench in its resting spot. Still lots of cleaning to do in the shop, but the bench is ready to go! Check out the video on YouT...
