The Not-So-Big Workbench

By Ed Pirnik Oct 23, 2012

In this video workshop, Ed Pirnik shows you step-by-step, how to build a traditional cabinetmaker’s workbench that’s sized for smaller home workshops. With its solid maple top, and tons of integrated tool storage, this bench doubles as a work center, and a place to house your most treasured hand tools.

Produced by: Lisa Morgan; Video by: Gary Junken; Editing by: Gary Junken

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Videos in the Series

Introduction: The Not-So-Big Workbench

October 23, 2012

Ed Pirnik offers an overview on what's involved in building a moderately-sized cabinetmaker's workbench that's chock-full of tool storage.
Episode 1: Mortises

October 23, 2012

Learn how to lay out and cut the mortises for your workbench.
Episode 2: Tenons and Foot Details

October 23, 2012

Learn how to cut tenons using a specialty blade and sled at the tablesaw.
Episode 3: Base Glue-Up

October 23, 2012

Assemble the base of your workbench using traditional pinned mortise-and-tenon joinery.
Episode 4: Workbench Tool Storage Pt. I

October 23, 2012

Cut and prep all the components required to outfit your workbench with drawer boxes.
Episode 5: Workbench Tool Storage Pt. II

October 23, 2012

Assemble your workbench drawer boxes using splined miters.
Episode 6: Drawers

October 23, 2012

Learn how to build sturdy drawers using finger joints.
Episode 7: False Fronts and Drawer Hardware

October 23, 2012

Create cherry flase fronts and mount brass ring pulls using a stepped mortise.
Episode 8: Benchtop

October 23, 2012

Learn how to glue-up, mill, and trim a solid maple workbench top.
Episode 9: Vise Installation and Finish

October 23, 2012

Learn the right way to mount a cast iron bench vise, then apply a traditional oil finish to your workbench.

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