Hi all I've been lurking for a while and thought I would jump into the fray with pics of the reloading bench I built yesterday. I used Simpson Strong Tie brackets. My requirements were:
- workable height for standing or sitting on barstool -- 36"
- Super sturdy construction as the bench will not abut any walls on any side.
- No rail between the front legs so that I can put my feet under the bench while working.
I found the Simpson Strong Tie brackets to be very strong, effective, and they made the assembly super easy. I basically used the specs on the Simpson website except that I wanted a little hangover on the front and sides for clamping things.
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Plus I used 2x6 for the rails rather than 2x4s, because I wanted max stability. And I used two 3/4" plywood tops for the surface. All in all it came out pretty good considering I aint no carpenter.
I am going to attach a pegboard to the back and possibly add a top shelf later.
All in all, I am really happy with the way this came out. The main thing is that it is fricking stout. There is zero flex or wobble whatsoever, even with my entire weight on it, and even with the absence of the front rail.
- workable height for standing or sitting on barstool -- 36"
- Super sturdy construction as the bench will not abut any walls on any side.
- No rail between the front legs so that I can put my feet under the bench while working.
I found the Simpson Strong Tie brackets to be very strong, effective, and they made the assembly super easy. I basically used the specs on the Simpson website except that I wanted a little hangover on the front and sides for clamping things.
DIY Project Ideas
Plus I used 2x6 for the rails rather than 2x4s, because I wanted max stability. And I used two 3/4" plywood tops for the surface. All in all it came out pretty good considering I aint no carpenter.
I am going to attach a pegboard to the back and possibly add a top shelf later.
All in all, I am really happy with the way this came out. The main thing is that it is fricking stout. There is zero flex or wobble whatsoever, even with my entire weight on it, and even with the absence of the front rail.
