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Mechanic's Bench
Here's the perfect workbench for really messy jobs like fixing a greasy bicycle chain, sharpening your garden tools, or mixing a can of paint.
Easy to build—simple 2x4's for the legs and frame, and MDF for the sides, back, shelf, and top. You can build the basic bench in a weekend. Add another day or two for the drawers and the storage unit.
We had our metal cover made at a local heating and air conditioning company. Using a special bending tool, they folded the edges of a large piece of sheet metal to fit over the MDF top. This gives you a very tough, durable and easy-to-clean work surface.
Overall dimensions: 68" wide x 33-3/4" deep x 26-3/4" high
Source: This project appeared in ShopNotes Magazine No. 46.
