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Had to get my garage foundation worked on which required removing everything from the back wall - the workbench from 1970 that was attached to the wall didn't survive.

So I made my own! It's only 18" deep so it can fit between cars, I pull them out to work on both sides. I have found that it needs some sort of anchor though since it's so shallow.

I haven't drilled holes for some pop-up dogs or holdfasts yet but that and a finish of some sort of next. Any suggestions? Thanks for letting me show it off. I know it's simple but I'm happy with it.

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[โ€“] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

To anchor it, it might be enough to put a length of plywood on hinges so it folds flat to the floor. Standing on that will make it pretty solid. I'm thinking maybe a couple of feet wide so your are solidly on it no matter how you stand. Maybe some long bevels on the edges to reduce the tripping hazard.

[โ€“] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago

That's a really good idea, thanks!