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Shaker-Style Workbench

With Phil Huber

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With a sturdy build, a pair of vises, and a whole lot of storage space, there's plenty to love in this classically styled workbench.

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Shaker-Style Workbench Plan

$49

Course Overview:

A quality workbench is a welcome addition to any woodshop. If a solid top with a face vise and inset tail vise aren't enough for you, then the cabinet and drawers below will surely seal the deal. In this course you'll watch as Phil builds the bench in four videos, breaking down this grand shop project into steps that woodworkers of almost any skill level can take on.

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What You Will Learn:

Practice classic and reliable loose tenon joinery for a strong base
Rout bench dog holes with only a simple, three-piece template
Craft a sturdy (and attractive) series of drawers with hand-cut, half-blind dovetails
Learn to construct a stable and flat bench top
Discover an easy method for squaring large, glued-up panels

Part 1: In this video Phil kicks off the workbench by assembling the carcass for the lower cabinet with a combination of construction lumber and plywood.

Part 2: With the carcass for the base completed, Phil sets his sights on the case for the drawers, filling out the interior of this bench.

Part 3: Dovetails are the name of the game when it comes to the drawers. Here you'll learn how to make eye-catching and functional half-blind dovetails.

Part 4: The final piece of this workbench is the top. Watch as Phil uses white fir to build a strong, stable, and flat top to this project.

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About Phil Huber

Phil is a woodworker, editor of Woodsmith and host of the 'Woodsmith Shop' TV show. He’s been woodworking for more than 30 years, having started in his dad’s home shop. Phil enjoys making Christmas and gift projects for friends and family (usually starting in July). He specializes in building wall cabinets, tables, boxes, and doors. In addition he teaches woodworking classes in the Des Moines, IA area.

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