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Homemade Retractable Surface Workbench


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zzzzdoc on lumberjocks.com
DESCRIPTION:
Homemade workbench utilizing two tool cabinets as a base. A dual layer of 3/4" and 1/2" plywood was bolted to the tops of the cabinets. Sections of 1-3/4" butcher blocks riding on heavy-duty slides were attached to the plywood to provide retractable work surfaces for power tools.
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Mar 30, 2014 4:22 PM
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Not a bad idea. I've been thinking of a similar setup for a rack.
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DIY Retractable Surface Workbench - comment on how to build a Retractable Surface Workbench - 1 comments
DIYer says:
Mar 30, 2014 4:22 PM
Not a bad idea. I've been thinking of a similar setup for a rack.

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