The PERFECT small shop WORKBENCH

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DOWELMAX 3/8" Kit:
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PROJECT PARTS:
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¼” Spiral Down-Cut Carbide Flush Trim Router Bit: geni.us/UzJ3D
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BITS:
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[@ScottWalshWoodworking]

WORKBENCH PLANS HERE: scottwalsh.co/products/small-shop-workbench

[@johnfuller4991]

dont know how often you look at this but i didnt here you say what wood you were using. it looks great

[@Dumpasaurus42]

ash

[@XtraKargo]

LoL. The last second is a perfect send off!😅

[@zapa1pnt]

Yeah and a "send off" it might be. 🤣

[@Fixthisbuildthat]

Sweet build, Scott. I really love that idea of a huge chamfer underneath the dog holes to counteract the thickness of the top. Well done!

[@ScottWalshWoodworking]

Thanks so much Brad! It's working well so far, but we'll see how annoying the dog holes get when i start dropping things through them

[@lawman1965]

@@ScottWalshWoodworking If you begin to drop things through, think about getting a cutting mat and place it over the dog holes in the area where you are say, laying out etc. It's what I've done on my MFT style top on my current bench and stops the frustration. I only expose the dog holes if and when I need to clamp. Another idea is to route a slot for T-Track into the edge banding on the front and one side of the bench. I used Incra t-track and that allows me to use clamps on the side of the bench too.

[@alvinmathew3822]

@@ScottWalshWoodworking Do you have a link to the chamfer bit used to route the underneath of the dog holes?

[@DavidLee-cw6ci]

How's the top holding up? Has hogging out that much of a chamfer for the dog holes led to any sort of sag? I'm about to do the same to my bench.

[@DavidLee-cw6ci]

Also, if your plunge router has variable speed could you just put the forstner bit in it and cut with that? Or is a forstner in a router a no-no?

[@jessetitus9908]

I’ve watched this video a dozen times now. Been planning my workbench/ out feed table for months and I think your design is most like what I want

[@Javier_Is_My_Name]

Just bought the plans for this, and I have to say, at first I saw the price and thought man that seems like a lot (23usd) since i didnt know what i'd actually get. Bought it anyway. Then i realized, given what went into them, it's pretty cheap. It's filled with details of how everything is put together, materials list and dimensions. Well done sir. Woodworking is one skill, making plans is another, and the time and effort you've put into both is obvious. Great work 👍

[@ScottWalshWoodworking]

Thanks so much for the kind words!

[@jodiepalmer2404]

Is the website safe? as my internet provider has it blocked, and I cannot access it.

[@Earl3]

Great video, Scott! That's a really nice workbench!

[@StephenGoneau]

Love this build. Would love to have drawers below my workbench top but need it for small machines in my tiny space. This is the second time I have seen the Formica surface and now I want to put it on my workbench. Glad to see the steps you followed to achieve it since it will help me a tonne. Glad to see some Canadian content as well and especially local Toronto content. Keep up the videos!

[@RescueResidence]

You're now one of our favorite builders. Great design. Great detail on the build process. Great humor in the video. Well done!

[@samsboringchannel]

I really enjoyed watching this build and hearing your thought process around each part of it. I need a new workbench and outfeed table for my garage workshop and was quite happy to settle for cheap pine and plywood screwed together but I might have to spend some time having a rethink.

[@markg3305]

That part at the very end literally made me spit out my drink from my nose and proceeded to search for air in-between great bouts of laughter 🤣🤣🤣 my wife would have killed me right then and there!

[@mskulls83]

I had an outfeed table lower than my saw. It grinds both our gears!

[@Luke11ify]

Favorite part was when you spilled the glue - I struggle with anger and frustration and I would have thrown in the towel right there. Seeing you get genuinely upset and swear but still clean it up right after... taking notes from that, such a clean workbench as well, I love the perfect 1/16 separation of every drawer!

[@ScottWalshWoodworking]

i honestly would've walked away if I wasn't frightened of what would've happened to the cement if i didn't clean it up right away. Especially if the smell permeated through the whole house

[@mr.purple1549]

Beautiful, nice to see a young person who relies on common sense, not what everyone else is doing. Thanks

[@robintheshop]

What a great video! I'm completely reorganizing my 20*9 foot shop this spring and a lot of your features are going to inspire how my outfeed table is built.

[@Mastering3d]

All that work and just 25 views thats really sad ,Great job man looks amazing .

[@SteveHiemstraAKAspeg]

129K?

[@ForestWoodworks]

336k

[@jasonm871]

346k now 😮

[@Colby83]

389K!

[@joshualawrence634]

413K

[@pnwdiy2073]

I don't have a small shop but I think you're outfeed table is a great multipurpose edition to any shop, small or large. Great job!

[@dhammer5645]

Funny, entertaining and great bench. Great video Scott

[@gerarddelmonte4205]

Jeesh, 10 x12? Kudos for putting out good work in that kind of space. I am building a 18x16, now I have no excuses left. Damn. LOL

[@bengarland]

Your step by step makes it look "easy", yet the final result is like "holy s#!+" professional. I now realize that I really need a table saw. Fun fact: did you know that it's basically impossible to buy a table saw in Japan? Even the Japanese tool brands that make table saws for sale in the US/CA do not sell those same table saws in Japan. I could not figure out why when I lived there. I could get every other kind of power saw, just not a table saw.

[@ScottWalshWoodworking]

Thanks! That's wild that you cannot get a table saw? Maybe ask Ishitani where he got his 😂, although his looks very industrial

[@zacharysmith3793]

Really really beautiful build. Also simple and clever doing the large champfer for the dog holes. Solves a lot of problems with dog accessories as well as workbench stability.

[@michaelrobinson9643]

Very nice work Scott - not just the design but the quality of finish and your video work.

[@powell235]

that's a beautiful and well-thought-out table man. I think I will use this as inspiration for my bench.

[@dennissmith5837]

Beautiful Workbench! I’m in the middle of a similar build now (planning & milling) but I’m using some pre-made drawers that I purchased for almost nothing. My biggest challenge is working the dimensions backwards. It will be a little wider and shorter then my current bench that I made from oak from my father’s farm. You did a great build and a great video. Thanks

[@stevemaher7863]

Beautiful job, Scott.

[@nathantanner3069]

I like that you left the spill and clean up in the vid nice to see everyone makes mistakes especially in small areas love the bench

[@GraemePayne1967Marine]

Yay! Real joinery with real dowels! Just like I learned in high school in the mid 1960's. Seriously, the new bench looks good. I also need a new one to replace the simple lumber one I slapped together about 30 years ago.

[@jbb5470]

Just love your style of videos! I enjoy your dialog explaining your process, great stuff! I am benging on your videos today! Really enjoy the content! Thank you for posting!!!!

[@lewisyeomans4543]

That bench looks amazing. I wish I had the space to have a workshop. One day, maybe

[@michaelb542]

Great video mate! I'm in the middle of designing my workbench and have been trying to think of what to with my dog holes to suit those clamps and there it is you have solved it thank you. What a great idea. Keep up the awesome work.

[@JamesWHurst]

Thoroughly enjoyed your presentation here, Scott. And *splendid* project! Very impressive. Thank you.

[@NerderousRage]

This is exactly the kind of bench I’ve been looking for! Awesome work from a small space/shop

[@ScottWalshWoodworking]

Thanks so much Jay! I've been designing and re-iterating the plans for this bench for about three years now! I'm glad I finally committed to building it

[@miller110488]

I love this build, I want to do it for my single car garage shop. I do have a suggestion for the cabinet. Build it a little smaller so you have a small gap on the sides. But, when you use the solid wood for the edges, make them large enough to fill that gap in the front. I've used this trick a lot with residential cabinets when working in a cabinet shop. You can always trim the edge to fit the space a lot easier than trying to squeeze the cabinet in

[@danaltea860]

I just found your channel. Great videos. I usually speed through when someone is making mundane cuts but not with you-it’s entertaining and informative. 👍 subscribed!

[@crlsvelez77]

Thanks for The Laugh we all make mistakes That is the Fun of all projects.

[@expatmousse5196]

What about me?……. Screw you,,,,,, that made me 😂😂😂 hope you made something nice for her on that work table 😏

[@ScottWalshWoodworking]

maybe eventually 😅

[@expatmousse5196]

@@ScottWalshWoodworking 🤔😏 you don’t wonna go messin’ with the mrs🤨🤣😂🤣😂🤣

[@sreevatsan]

That’s a fantastic build Scott!!

[@ScottWalshWoodworking]

Thanks so much Sreevatsan!

[@brunovilleneuve3916]

I am glad I watched until the very end ahahah that was gold XD SCREW YOU!! Narrator: "Annnnnd we never saw him again.."

[@Wordsnwood]

That was one slickly done video. nice bench too. Special congrats to your better half who clearly is a good sport.

[@zapa1pnt]

"good sport"? We won't know that, until the next video. 🤣

[@ScottWalshWoodworking]

Thanks Art! She's my #1 fan

[@jaysgarage2769]

What a beautiful and complex piece of work (art) 👍

[@briang3579]

How this guy isn't up there with the more well worn, I mean known KZbinrs, is beyond my understanding. Please don't be the amazing content maker and only make 6 videos and leave. Keep em coming!!

[@kirk001]

Good lord that's a lot of work! But it's definitely gorgeous and amazing. Stellar job!

[@robthewaywardwoodworker9956]

Never be embarrassed by your really, really, really small shop. Also, what a beauty of a bench!

[@ckbama17]

I’ve watched lots of videos on making work benches and this is by far the best design. I’d like like to make a few of these for my garage. You can never have too much storage

[@BruceAUlrich]

Good video, Scott! The new bench looks great. I like those leveling feet a lot.

[@ScottWalshWoodworking]

Thanks so much Bruce! The levelling feet are working out very well so far

[@StumblingBearWoodcraft]

Awesome build and commentary!

[@nehocdrofsnop]

That's a very smart looking workbench, utilitarian but also visual appealing.

[@zapa1pnt]

If a bench is not utilitarian, it has no value. Anything past utilitarian is just showing off. (just kidding) 😁

[@ScottWalshWoodworking]

thanks Cohen!

[@TheAaronReynolds]

Dude this is one of the best videos I’ve seen on work benches. I love your funny script/commentary. Very whitty and entertaining while we all watch you work your ass off 😂. Great job 👏 and thanks for some interesting, helpful, and entertaining content!

[@colbyjackson8919]

Awesome bench, amazing closing scene

[@WoodcraftBySuman]

Man of the people. Dowels and a mirka sander 🤣

[@spacekb17]

A good sander is the right place to splurge. Makes sanding less dreadful.

[@ScottWalshWoodworking]

$5k assembly table

[@thisolesignguy2733]

this was so fun and interesting I watched it 3 times. You just gained another subscriber. Thanks for the vid!

[@lynngibbs6670]

First time seeing your videos. Flat out loved it. Great content and presentation. Had to subscribe before I found your site. Looking forward to watching the other publications.

[@louiesworkshop2023]

Great bench, love the humor, very entertaining.

[@steveeymann6374]

Craftsman style maybe? That term hasn't been used to oblivion yet. Bench looks 👍 👌

[@somestuff7550]

I love prefinishing too :) beautiful workbench.

[@ScottWalshWoodworking]

it's the best!

[@monkeyboysworkshop]

Mate the workbench looks wicked and this video was awesome too! You’ve definitely given me ideas for my own workbench, the Formica top is a great shout too, food for thought indeed 🤙🏻

[@ScottWalshWoodworking]

Thanks so much Sam! Looking forward to seeing what you come up with!

[@ftriscari]

Great video!! Really enjoyed it. Top job

[@kentrichardson9070]

I’m really enjoying your channel and your skills are as good as anyone else. Enjoy the self deprecating humour and I feel better about my skills when you show us your mistakes. Also enjoy seeing your partner in the odd video. Keep up the good work. Cheers.

[@svlotoy]

Man been watching several of your videos and I like your humor and sass. Subbed! I will also most likely build this bench since I need a solid table for my 2 car garage workshop

[@moos5221]

Oof...I can imagine how you felt when you tripped over that can. I dropped a can of paint 2 days ago on my patio and even though I had a protective cloth layer underneath to catch driplets when painting it soaked through and I had to spend a lot of time on the cleanup mission. I was on a narrow timetable to finish the project before I had to leave for an appointment, so yeah...it's always fun when stuff like that happens. I was too exhausted and busy to get angry though, so I just kept going and project is in good shape now. Nice video and workbench of course, needless to say I guess, it's obvious that it's good...but saying it anyways. =)

[@richthomas5013]

Good video. For leveling feet, I’ve bought the largest hex cap machine bolt I could find. Usually 3/4” with a washer. I bore a hole into the 4x4 corner post, thread the nut onto the bolt and then the washer bears against the wood post. Works great. Super heavy duty and when I blow out the trapped sawdust it flows around pretty well so clean up us easy.

[@ElectricDogWoodworking]

Dang man, I thought I had my next bench planned out already but this definitely has me re-thinking!

[@ArpadBuildsThis]

That is so good! I’m going to be moving into a smaller shop soon, as you probably know, and I need to build a new workbench after I move in! I’ll definitely build something similar! And the video is hilarious! Great work Scott!

[@ScottWalshWoodworking]

Thanks so much Arpad! Looking forward to seeing what you do with your new shop

[@Sam_Francis]

Another banger from Scott. You deserve way more subs.

[@ScottWalshWoodworking]

Thanks for the kind words Sam!

[@JasonGrissom]

DuDE! Scott this came out AWESOME! This is my 1st time watching your content. I will be back for sure!

[@ScottWalshWoodworking]

Thanks so much Jason!

[@robertcox14]

I bought a Dremel kit and started thinking of projects. First, I thought I need a workbench, was in bed last night "thinking" of a workbench on top of a linen chest in my apartment. (VERY small space.) {With drawers!!} As far as I know, I only "thought," but today, here you appear on my youtube list, like someone read my mind? Congrats to algorithm??? Ha ha ha!

[@dennisdickson8058]

I wasn’t going to subscribe, then I saw the Rush shirt. Good job on the design, construction, and video. 👍

[@ScottWalshWoodworking]

I got a few more in the closet still kicking around from high school that I need to put into rotation again!

[@JPToto]

Quite a journey but it looks like it was worth it. Well done Scott!

[@blairehlenfeldt3638]

This is awesome! Looks amazing!

[@tomc0240]

This is a fabulous build

[@applebutter4036]

Looks fantastic!

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

Awesome build, Scott! Can't wait to chat with you on our podcast tonight!

[@ScottWalshWoodworking]

thanks Eric!

[@therelaxingwoodshop7495]

How did I never come across your channel. Subscribed. Liked and all notifications are on 👍👍👍

[@timbol5269]

Love the flow and content of your videos, subscribed because of the Rush shirt you were wearing:)

[@zainabali9068]

Every woodworking man and woman needs this!

[@ditship]

Awesome Job. Loved the end.

[@LethargicSquirrel]

I love this video and everything about it, but the part that really got me was the repartee in the last couple seconds! 😂

[@michaelcrossley7349]

Why have I just now found your channel?! Fantastic content, you are stinking hilarious!

[@tonyr484]

Killa content as always Scott, very appreciative of all the effort you put into your videos A+++++

[@dayz112]

by far the best workbench project i saw on youtube. congrats

[@David-hm9ic]

Beautiful bench! A friend, a pro cabinet maker, covered his R/C building airplane bench with Formica. It’s held up for 30 years of building epoxy/glass fuselages and wings and the glue still pops off easily.

[@sputnik4216]

That's one doggone nice table saw .. I really like that method you've got of lining up the drawer slides, foolproof!

[@MSsallay]

The grinds my gears line was hilarious totally caught me off guard haha love the build !

[@nevadacool]

Loved the outtro

[@5280Woodworking]

Love the bench, looks great. If I'm being honest I use about 20% of the dogs on my bench, so next build I'm going to do something similar but leave the middle solid and only the sides and front 2 rows as dogs. I have tidy OCD and the amount of crap and glue falling through the center is too much!

[@mor8266]

Beautiful Workbench

[@dabeamer42]

I just want to put in a thumbs-up for dowels. My go-to joinery, esp. for joining big boards into panels.

[@vanillajustin]

Did I just watch you use your drill press table as a positive stop on your sled??? OUTSTANDING. 😆

[@NWGR]

Excellent job all round! Well thought out and designed. I like the design a lot. Another dowelmax user! I love that thing. I used to have a domino but ended up selling it some years back when I had to take a break from building for health reasons. The domino is an amazing device, but since I started using the dowelmax, I haven't really missed it. The domino is a bit faster, but that doesn't mean much in a home shop setting.

[@ScottWalshWoodworking]

I completely agree! Thanks for watching!

[@yazeedaziz3301]

I love this guy.. the new bench is sick .. you "nailed" GOAT

[@whisperingpinesstudio402]

Glad to see you replaced your work bench. This one looks great! Really helps people with small shops realize what they also can be capable of. I believe I may have caught a glimpse of my new baby in the back of those MDF glue ups. Let me know if you want proof of life lol.

[@ScottWalshWoodworking]

Are you speaking of the folding trailer? 😁 I love mine

[@wildwood3031]

Really enjoyed this build so subscribed

[@im-un-fragile]

"What about me?" "...Screw you!" (begins building futon frame for couch to sleep on in garage) ;) Great video. Just rented a small garage to start building a shop and this was very helpful. Cheers!

[@2get2Terrapin]

Starman shirt = immediate sub 🙂 Also a great video! Beautiful finish work. Many thanks.

[@MrMeasureTwice]

Brilliant and great fun to watch... Three times actually.

[@leftofright]

Hi Scott! Just joined your channel. Love the hearty approach, genuinely a good chuckle here and there. You have all ten fingers and that's all i need to know lol, at least you have savvy haha. I have a ton of driftwood collected from a flood here in South Africa so am thinking of starting a little workshop and doing uploads as well. How to purpose driftwood is going to pose some interesting questions. Keep up the cool uploads, cheers from Umkomaas, SA

[@josejavier1104]

as soon as you showed the dowel jig vs a domino joiner I was tempted to subscribe. But when the contact cement tipped ......... I bought the plans lol GREAT STUFF

[@rpower1401]

Great build. I'm in the latter stages of building a laminated pine top bench out of reclaimed pine boards from a 1970's wall shelf setup. I feel your pain. As for the glue, interesting move with the sand, but I would have tried to salvage the glue first by using a clean dustpan to scoop the top 75% back up and then done something stupid like use old jeans or something to mop it up.

[@gsuderman]

Mad carpentry and KZbin skills. Respect!

[@davidkluver2186]

Beautiful!

[@Pete_76]

Great inspiration for my future workshop! Thanks for sharing this in the typical Scott fashion, with sublime camera angles, state-of-the-art editing and more humor than is good for us.

[@ScottWalshWoodworking]

Thanks so much for the kind words as always Pete!!! You have a gift with compliments