TTcustom Report post Posted May 6, 2010 I finally finished my work bench with the 12"x18"x3" surface plate stone inset into the top. I got the stone from Enco for only $25 but where they really nailed me was shipping. The total was $65 so the shipping was more than the stone! But it is well worth it to me. You could say it is "rock solid"! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bentley Report post Posted May 6, 2010 Nice work Tim, that is what I need, a second bench used just for carving, tooling and stamping since my main bench gets so cluttered with STUFF. Now if I can figure out how to do it so the legs fold so I can take it with me on trips. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
King's X Report post Posted May 6, 2010 Thanks beautiful! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TTcustom Report post Posted May 7, 2010 Thanks Bentley and King. It sure is nicer than what I had been working on and there is plenty of room for big projects. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
whinewine Report post Posted May 7, 2010 (edited) TT Custom... Hi: I have some questions (& I love your table, btw): How heavy is your stone? Is it reinforced underneath (I'm assuming so) and what are the reinforcements? Any chance for a pic of the underside, please? Why I'm asking is that I'm building a table to hold a tombstone 12" X 24" X 4" & it weighs north of 150 lbs (probably closer to 200) & I'm using pieces of 2" X 6"s laid on their sides as the reinforcements- I'm just concerned whether or not they will hold that weight properly. The frame has been built of 2" X 6"s & the legs will be 4" X 4"s screwed into the frame with lag screws. The top will be made of mdf. Appreciate the help in advance. Thanks. russ Edited May 7, 2010 by whinewine Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TTcustom Report post Posted May 7, 2010 TT Custom... Hi: I have some questions (& I love your table, btw): How heavy is your stone? Is it reinforced underneath (I'm assuming so) and what are the reinforcements? Any chance for a pic of the underside, please? Why I'm asking is that I'm building a table to hold a tombstone 12" X 24" X 4" & it weighs north of 150 lbs (probably closer to 200) & I'm using pieces of 2" X 6"s laid on their sides as the reinforcements- I'm just concerned whether or not they will hold that weight properly. The frame has been built of 2" X 6"s & the legs will be 4" X 4"s screwed into the frame with lag screws. The top will be made of mdf. Appreciate the help in advance. Thanks. russ Russ I couldn't find a weight but I would estimate it to be about 60-80lbs. I used 2x4 for the top and legs. I boxed in the stone with tight tolerences and made the worktop out of MDF and covered it with rubber. I wanted the stone to sit "proud" or flush with the work surface so with it sitting on the garage floor I put the bench top over it and marked where it ended. Then, as I did with all of the bench, I glued in three cross brace supports with gorilla glue and 3" deck screws. I am keeping an eye on it but I think it should be sufficient support. I will take a picture when I next get into the shop. Tim Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TTcustom Report post Posted May 8, 2010 Russ I couldn't find a weight but I would estimate it to be about 60-80lbs. I used 2x4 for the top and legs. I boxed in the stone with tight tolerences and made the worktop out of MDF and covered it with rubber. I wanted the stone to sit "proud" or flush with the work surface so with it sitting on the garage floor I put the bench top over it and marked where it ended. Then, as I did with all of the bench, I glued in three cross brace supports with gorilla glue and 3" deck screws. I am keeping an eye on it but I think it should be sufficient support. I will take a picture when I next get into the shop. Tim Here is a picture of the stone support structure. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
whinewine Report post Posted May 8, 2010 Here is a picture of the stone support structure. Tim, thank you. Similar to mine, except mine are 2" X 6"s to handle the additional weight. Just want to be reasonably sure it'll hold the stone. One thing I didn't do is use gorilla glue- I may partially disassemble & add some just to be sure. russ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirtclod Report post Posted July 8, 2010 A 2x4 or 2x6 is strongest when it's vertical not flat. With a 150 to 200 pound weight above my feet vertical is the way i would want them even i had to make my bench a little taller and needed to get a taller stool to set on. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TTcustom Report post Posted July 8, 2010 A 2x4 or 2x6 is strongest when it's vertical not flat. With a 150 to 200 pound weight above my feet vertical is the way i would want them even i had to make my bench a little taller and needed to get a taller stool to set on. Your statement is true but knowing the particulars of my application and how it was utilized I have no fear about the safety of my feet. Thanks for your input though. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
