@mjdirk23 I bought the bottom brackets which are L brackets at Home Depot also. They are a little wider than most and I suggest 2 per leg. Thanks for the comment, let me know if you have any more questions.
Mike, Those numbers didn't match with Home Depot, but I found a Simpson Work Bench Kit
#KWB1 for $39.99 at Home Depot. It's a lot more expensive. Is this the same kit you bought? I tried to include the link , but You Tube won't let me. Bob
Mike, thanks for the advise. I will certainly follow it. I copied the numbers & will check them against Home Depot's numbers.
Have you thought about putting casters (locking) on ? That way you can move the bench out of the way for cleaning or just relocating it to somewhere else.
Yes, I'm in the Chicago, Il area. I just wanted to take a look at them. I'm also planning to make my bench 4' & put a laminate top over the 3/4" plywood. Or, would you go with 1/2" & a laminate?
@MrBigNose144 Definately go with the 3/4 inch on the top. 1/2 inch has a tendency to bowe down in the miidlde after a while. Also It would be good to put in a brace underneath from the front to the back. 2x4 would be good.
Hey Blinko656, Nice job on the bench. I went on-line to Home Depot & found 440 Simpson Strong-Tie products. I scrolled through the lot of them & couldn't find the one you used. Can you supply the part number or Simpson model # for the correct part?
@BethSmith77 No but I would put a 2x4 on the upper part of the bench if I did it again, actually it is not late. On the smaller bench i don't think you need one but on the 4x8 the work bench in the rear of the video it would be a good idea. (run on sentence haha)
"mine's a little larger..." Gotta gloat? JK! I really like your design, something about those simpson ties make the table look cool, I like the width too, gonna build something like this and bolt my miter saw. Thanks for the vid! BTW...you could totally pass for jack b. in a prank call!
@blinko656 thanks for the reply. i see the gray simpson ties on the top outside part of the bench that wraps underneath the top 2 x 4s. I don't see them attached the same way for the bottom part/storage shelf. Did you use a different type of tie for the bottom or L brackets? Great job by the way.
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Your son-in law is lucky to have such a cool workbench, but even luckier to have a great father in law to build him one. I like the simple design and the Simpson ties are excellent...
Some guy wants to charge me over $400 to get 2 of these made. I talked him down to $300 it would be 36 inches tall 48 inches wide by 25 inches. With 1 shelf to put stuff on it. Need it to put my DJ turntables on it. I should just buy the wood & do it myself. I'm not good at building stuff... Lol
The vice is a cheapie I got for 20.00 dollars at a True Value hardware store. Legs; exactly 36" tall - 4x4's Length is 96' Width 24' Top (surface) 3/4' thick I used 2x4's all around the bench. I had to cut them short in order so the 4x4 would meet the bottom of he to piece. I glued everything and used a nail gun to put the top together first then used small nails. The dimensions ar 24' x 96' with the exception of the area where the legs are put in. Hope that helps.
i just followed up at home depot. they are NOT hurricane clips.they are made by simpson-strong-tie and they are called RTC42 rigid ties. they are 4.93 each.
Just curious how tall you made the legs, and do you have a model number on those strongtie clips? My local home depot had nothing that looks like those clips. Thanks
@slimsx34 The legs are 36 inches tall. You can make them shorter or taller to fit to your size. I made 2 workbenches. One 24 x 96 and one 48 x 96 inches. I have heard the Simpson ties called hercule ties. The should have them one of the aisles. Usually where they sell all those kind of brackets. The are very popular, keep trying. let me know if you have any other questions.
Saw your video (thanks for posting it) & decided that the workbench you built was the right type for my basement workshop. I just completed it; it was very difficult but I stuck with it and it came out pretty good. Since I have no idea how you actually built it, I had to use my best judgment. It would have been helpful to know the height of the legs & the height of the finished product. Mine is 77" wide, 36" tall, 20" for the top (max dimensions I had space for). Let me know if you want a photo.
Simpson ties actually are called hurricane clips if anyone is looking for them. Most hardware stores will know what they are...it is just nice to call them by the correct term. Just built my work bench and thanks for the idea about the cubby holes (1/2" plywood boxes) that is a really neat idea--thanks for the video.//Chuck (nice background music... :-) )
@Que14kt Thanks for the comment! When I bought the ties at our Home depot I think they manufactured from the Company Simpson. Anyway the first part of the video has the Michael Jackson song 'Thriller' (that's the creeky wooden sound). HA HA. And then the great Curtis Mayfield. Have a good week...
What did you use to secure the bottom shelf? You showed the simpson ties for the top but can't see what is securing the bottom... are these the L-brackets you listed at the end in the pricing chart?
@teebow98 Yes, I did I use the Simpson L bracests for the bottom shelf. I used 2 per corner and screwed in 4" screws also. The brackets are $1.00 a piece and everything is glued. Turned out pretty nice.
@manholewisdom What did you use to secure the bottom shelf? You said you used simpson ties on the top but can't see what is securing the bottom... are these the L brackets you listed in the price at the end?
@Nephtali1981 My Dad was really good at designing and Im ok, there are some pro's out there that do the fine finish work. All ok here in Calif. Everybody doing well.
This is a youtube video by Jack Black...listen to his voice...
themoonsbluelight 17 hours ago
@themoonsbluelight You sent the video response back to me, I made the vid. funny. My wife says I do sound like him. HAHA.
blinko656 16 hours ago
I love the bench. Do you know what the brackets were that you used for the bottom shelf? Thanks
mjdirk23 2 days ago
@mjdirk23 I bought the bottom brackets which are L brackets at Home Depot also. They are a little wider than most and I suggest 2 per leg. Thanks for the comment, let me know if you have any more questions.
mike
blinko656 1 day ago
Blinko656,
Mike , thanks for all your help. I did find the RTC42
Bob
MrBigNose144 6 days ago
Cant find this KWB1 kit here in the UK,or the brackets to hold 4x4 timber pots.
strongbow57 6 days ago
@strongbow57 If you really need them, maybe I can send them to you. Yes Im just one of the few nice guys. HAHA..
mike
I would try all the hardware stores in your area..
blinko656 6 days ago
Mike, Those numbers didn't match with Home Depot, but I found a Simpson Work Bench Kit
#KWB1 for $39.99 at Home Depot. It's a lot more expensive. Is this the same kit you bought? I tried to include the link , but You Tube won't let me. Bob
MrBigNose144 1 week ago
Mike, thanks for the advise. I will certainly follow it. I copied the numbers & will check them against Home Depot's numbers.
Have you thought about putting casters (locking) on ? That way you can move the bench out of the way for cleaning or just relocating it to somewhere else.
Thanks again, Bob
MrBigNose144 1 week ago
Yes, I'm in the Chicago, Il area. I just wanted to take a look at them. I'm also planning to make my bench 4' & put a laminate top over the 3/4" plywood. Or, would you go with 1/2" & a laminate?
MrBigNose144 1 week ago
@MrBigNose144 Definately go with the 3/4 inch on the top. 1/2 inch has a tendency to bowe down in the miidlde after a while. Also It would be good to put in a brace underneath from the front to the back. 2x4 would be good.
m
blinko656 1 week ago
@MrBigNose144 RTO42 and below that number is ESR 2523. I think that should do it.
m
blinko656 1 week ago
@MrBigNose144 I made a mistake. It is RTC42. NOT RTO42.
mike
sorry
blinko656 6 days ago
Hey Blinko656, Nice job on the bench. I went on-line to Home Depot & found 440 Simpson Strong-Tie products. I scrolled through the lot of them & couldn't find the one you used. Can you supply the part number or Simpson model # for the correct part?
MrBigNose144 1 week ago
@MrBigNose144 I will go into the garage a little later and get the number. Hope it is on there. Are you in the US?
mike
blinko656 1 week ago
@MrBigNose144 Yes I have. I have another bench not scene with the coasters it is nice for cleaning purposes..
m
blinko656 1 week ago
are there any braces in the middle ?
BethSmith77 2 weeks ago
@BethSmith77 No but I would put a 2x4 on the upper part of the bench if I did it again, actually it is not late. On the smaller bench i don't think you need one but on the 4x8 the work bench in the rear of the video it would be a good idea. (run on sentence haha)
blinko656 2 weeks ago
"mine's a little larger..." Gotta gloat? JK! I really like your design, something about those simpson ties make the table look cool, I like the width too, gonna build something like this and bolt my miter saw. Thanks for the vid! BTW...you could totally pass for jack b. in a prank call!
bmtango05 2 weeks ago
Man...... you sound like Jack Black!
153wellsst 2 weeks ago
@153wellsst That's funny you are the third person to say that. ROFL..
mike
blinko656 2 weeks ago
@blinko656 you should be doing voice overs.....
153wellsst 1 week ago
@153wellsst What do you think of doing a 'Barry White' voice while describing the work bench. loooool. HAHA..
blinko656 1 week ago
@153wellsst holy shit lol yup
ShaneSchomburg 2 weeks ago
what type of brackets did you use fo rthe bottom shelf section?
jtcook1979 3 weeks ago
@jtcook1979 It's in the video, they are called simpspn ties. You can get them at Home Depot. Thanks for watching.. Glue everything..:)
blinko656 3 weeks ago
@blinko656 thanks for the reply. i see the gray simpson ties on the top outside part of the bench that wraps underneath the top 2 x 4s. I don't see them attached the same way for the bottom part/storage shelf. Did you use a different type of tie for the bottom or L brackets? Great job by the way.
jtcook1979 3 weeks ago
Nice music.....!
Mike1Hayes 3 weeks ago
Is Jack Black narrating?
djtonyc77 3 weeks ago 2
@djtonyc77 Thats funny..
blinko656 3 weeks ago
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ytregguy1 4 weeks ago
Your son-in law is lucky to have such a cool workbench, but even luckier to have a great father in law to build him one. I like the simple design and the Simpson ties are excellent...
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coosess 1 month ago
Some guy wants to charge me over $400 to get 2 of these made. I talked him down to $300 it would be 36 inches tall 48 inches wide by 25 inches. With 1 shelf to put stuff on it. Need it to put my DJ turntables on it. I should just buy the wood & do it myself. I'm not good at building stuff... Lol
DJTru2 1 month ago
Did you cut out the corners of the plywood to fit into the 4x4s- and how did you affix the brackets? Thanks!
dillweedzero 1 month ago
Home depot. Lowes might have them. Thanx for watching.
m
blinko656 1 month ago
We're. Did you get the Simpson ties
Gokartcreator 1 month ago
blinko656 1 month ago
What model Vice is that? Great Table. Recessed bottom is nice as well to save Schinn damage LOL What are the esact cuts? thanks!
spiritartman 1 month ago
i just followed up at home depot. they are NOT hurricane clips.they are made by simpson-strong-tie and they are called RTC42 rigid ties. they are 4.93 each.
slimsx34 1 month ago
@slimsx34 Glad you found them. I think I mentioned Simpson ties at 00:52.
mike
blinko656 1 month ago
Just curious how tall you made the legs, and do you have a model number on those strongtie clips? My local home depot had nothing that looks like those clips. Thanks
slimsx34 1 month ago
@slimsx34 The legs are 36 inches tall. You can make them shorter or taller to fit to your size. I made 2 workbenches. One 24 x 96 and one 48 x 96 inches. I have heard the Simpson ties called hercule ties. The should have them one of the aisles. Usually where they sell all those kind of brackets. The are very popular, keep trying. let me know if you have any other questions.
mike
blinko656 1 month ago
@blinko656 Thanks. Im going to try another home depot near my brothers house.
slimsx34 1 month ago
Saw your video (thanks for posting it) & decided that the workbench you built was the right type for my basement workshop. I just completed it; it was very difficult but I stuck with it and it came out pretty good. Since I have no idea how you actually built it, I had to use my best judgment. It would have been helpful to know the height of the legs & the height of the finished product. Mine is 77" wide, 36" tall, 20" for the top (max dimensions I had space for). Let me know if you want a photo.
NYxYANKEESx2012 1 month ago
Simpson ties actually are called hurricane clips if anyone is looking for them. Most hardware stores will know what they are...it is just nice to call them by the correct term. Just built my work bench and thanks for the idea about the cubby holes (1/2" plywood boxes) that is a really neat idea--thanks for the video.//Chuck (nice background music... :-) )
Que14kt 1 month ago
@Que14kt Thanks for the comment! When I bought the ties at our Home depot I think they manufactured from the Company Simpson. Anyway the first part of the video has the Michael Jackson song 'Thriller' (that's the creeky wooden sound). HA HA. And then the great Curtis Mayfield. Have a good week...
blinko656 1 month ago
Wicked bench ! Love those brackets, bet I can't get those here in the UK :(
goatsears 1 month ago
What did you use to secure the bottom shelf? You showed the simpson ties for the top but can't see what is securing the bottom... are these the L-brackets you listed at the end in the pricing chart?
teebow98 2 months ago
@teebow98 Yes, I did I use the Simpson L bracests for the bottom shelf. I used 2 per corner and screwed in 4" screws also. The brackets are $1.00 a piece and everything is glued. Turned out pretty nice.
m
blinko656 2 months ago
@teebow98 funny you asked that question... I was wondering the exact same thang first time I viewed.
manholewisdom 2 months ago
4x4 wide legs? or 4" by 4 ft long? Anyway how long did you make the legs lol :)
GospelTruth37059 2 months ago in playlist Building Ideas
Would like one if I am staying with daughter for a longer time, son-in-law not interested in DIY.
shatinterry 3 months ago
very nice job. I like those brackets very cool, thanks 4 sharing
SteveHarpster 3 months ago
I would love to have one of those! but I bet shipping would be a killer to Florida!
Nice work.
Billthesheepdog 3 months ago
looks longer than 48" long. cool.!
manholewisdom 3 months ago
@manholewisdom Funny, did I say 48" long. ROFL. It is 2 feet by 8 feet, funny. Thanks.
blinko656 3 months ago
@manholewisdom What did you use to secure the bottom shelf? You said you used simpson ties on the top but can't see what is securing the bottom... are these the L brackets you listed in the price at the end?
teebow98 2 months ago
A gift from the heart ! And love the " simpson ties " ! Gona get some for all of our projects.
Still can't get over your nice doggy house you constructed !
cheesestr4wz 3 months ago
I like it ! That was so sweet of you awwww :)
GospelTruth37059 3 months ago
Wow your good at this stuff man. I suck at handyman stuff lol
Nephtali1981 3 months ago
@Nephtali1981 My Dad was really good at designing and Im ok, there are some pro's out there that do the fine finish work. All ok here in Calif. Everybody doing well.
blinko656 3 months ago