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DIY Workbench (Zero skills in woodwork)

Ela
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DIY Workbench (Zero skills in woodwork)

Hi

 

I'm looking to start a business from home that requires workbenches and a darkroom. (Screen printing) because I'm only on a year lease I prefer not to damage the property or garage so I'm looking to build a workbench that I can move around and a darkroom build that I can take apart when not using it or need to move. I've drawn out what kind of workbench I want to go for but I'm unsure how to work out measurements, what tools I need or how to prep to build a diy work bench build. 

 

Any tips or advice for a beginner would be awesome.

Thank you

 

Community manager's note: Check out How to build a portable workbench for expert advice.

 

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Ela
Getting Established

Re: DIY Workbench (Zero skills in woodwork)

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 Thank you  Jason :smile:

Hopefully i did good! Ill be adding to it as more stuff arrive.

 

Thanks for the tips all🙂

MitchellMc
Bunnings Team Member
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Re: DIY Workbench (Zero skills in woodwork)

Fantastic result @Ela, thank you very much for sharing. Excellent usage of the bed slats, it's always great to re-purpose unused items.

 

We can't wait to see the rest of your project come together, please keep us updated on your progress. If there is anything further I can assist with, please let me know.

 

Mitchell 

 

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Re: DIY Workbench (Zero skills in woodwork)

hi @MitchellMc 

a bit confused here at step 1 cut timber (red high light) how can I cut  2400 x 1200 x 25mm to 2250mm x 1080mm x 30mm 😁

typo may be? Thanks

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MitchellMc
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Re: DIY Workbench (Zero skills in woodwork)

Welcome to the Workshop community  @Tobby. Thanks for your question.

 

In the project, they use 2400 x 1220 x 25mm timber. Simply a typo as you mentioned. We'll have that corrected.

 

Thanks for your feedback and we look forward to seeing your project!

 

Mitchell

 

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Re: DIY Workbench (Zero skills in woodwork)

thank you for fast respond and I will try my best to do my 1st work bench :smile:

MitchellMc
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Re: DIY Workbench (Zero skills in woodwork)

Hi @Tobby.

 

We can't wait to see the results of your first workbench. Remember to hit the "Start a discussion" button if you need assistance with your project or have something to share with the community.

 

Mitchell

 

 

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