Building the Simpson Strong-Tie Workbench Kit

A workbench is a necessity in a garage or workshop. And when I discovered this workbench kit, I decided to give it a try so you can know in advance if it is worth it.
There are definitely a few things you need to know about this kit before buying one, so check it out.

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Matthew 17:20-21

[scottleppard]

Great vid, brother. Bought this kit yesterday at Lowe's. Looking forward to assembling this weekend, just subscribed!

[simplesimon]

A great video. I've been using Simpson Strong-Tie parts for over a decade. I agree with everything you said in your instructions, right down to the "oops" and especially the use of clamps to help things along. In my case I bought the parts individually at Home Depot. I assembled lots of shelves and platforms for my photo studio but also to build a couple of dog houses and other things. The braces can be pretty versatile once you get the hang of it and as you showed the results are rock solid so long as you take your time to get the job done right. Again, this was a great tutorial video, as usual.

[VSKULLS]

Great video, you could also make your own / longer bench with those kits.

[gregmize]

This is awesome! I could see making the pegboard panel taller and adding a shelf above it!

[richardmann]

Great video. I've been using those for the last 20+ years or so and have built at least 12 work benches (many at 8ft) and probaby 8 -10 shelving units. I even used them to build a table for my CNC.

[baxterboy]

I have two older kits I bought of Facebook Marketplace, there's no QR code but there is a website address which unfortunately is no longer available. But it does have all the screws needed, even to secure the plywood sheets, so no need to buy extra. Also as you mentioned there's no instructions so your video is most welcome 👍👍

[Wisskeyt]

Fun project, nice to do during the winter.

[HW-]

I would of modified the top part so there is a lip on the top countertop for clamping down the work pieces.

[RPamela]

Another great build. 👍🏾 Kreg Rip Cut and Cross Cut jigs (no table saw yet) and I still can’t seem to cut completely square. Improving with each project though. Thanks for the suggestions in your Amazon Affiliate page, will definitely pick up a few items, especially the lighting.

[Dlutheran]

You should make a part two to this video where you show off some upgrades that you would make to this workbench. Maybe you could add a shelf above the workbench and a light underneath the shelf.

[DH-kuqg]

Thanks for the honest breakdown on this product. Good job. Have you ever made a convertible bench/ table/picnic table build? And do you ever build projects using only metal?

[hankfoto]

It would be useful for close-up, macro and still life photography. I deal for small studio.

[To-Lo]

As always, great video. 👍 on the video, info, time, effort, ect ....

👎 to Simpsons for the misleading information. It may not be life changing info to most, but as you stated, if you're new to the craft, a teen without guidance, no experience with tools, ect., I can see how that would would be very disappointing & discouraging!

👏 Thank you for the build video rather than infomercials like most others YT'rs nowadays!

[philquinn]

Good video and well explained, could you add a vice ?

[AB_thingsDFW]

Great video. I have 2 2x6x8 sitting around in my garage taking up space and would like to know if I could use them somewhere on this kit?

[quietspacearts]

one can add strong heavy duty wheels with breaks

[spasticmuse]

9:45 Rule # (?) Always read the instructions, even if you don't follow them.

[johndoe]

Kind of BS they can’t be bothered to include instructions, correct info on the box, and a few extra screws. I would give them a dime.

[cabman]

My own workbench kit is glue and screws.

[thumbwiz]

Looks like a very good product for a beginner. However, there are so many awesome videos on your channel, and on YouTube that the money spent on the kit could be better spent on a tool.