USEFUL input, that is. My shop is small, so, with smaller
projects, I tend to to do glue-ups in the house. This is pretty much
essential in colder weather. I've been using a cardboard box, kitchen
stool, etc., and decided to make a dedicated work stand, for use in the
house.
The idea is cut two sides out of plywood, about 12" X 30" for the
sides. Then pieces about 12' X 16" to make 2-3 shelves. I'll cut
strips about 1-2", to glue on the shelf edges to make a lip on each side
- in effect, shallow boxes, to hold clamps, glue, brushes, glue-up jigs,
ete. I'll wind up gluing in strips later, to make some compartments.
Be all glued, no nails, screws, etc.
Was going to hang some clamps on the back, but figured that would
make it too unstable. That's when I chose the 16' width, that would
make it wide enough so I could store my clamps on the bottom shelf. Not
100% sure I want to go that route, have been considering making it about
12X12", and hang the clamps ff of both sites, I think that might balance
it enough to keep it stable. Still mulling that.
The top, I'm thinking of making that about 12'" (maybe a bit more)
X 24", or so. Of course, I could just make it as deep and wide as the
stand, then if that didn't work, could always glue a larger top on.
I'll be using waxed paper to catch glue drips.
I would possibly be using it for putting on finish (water base
poly), in the winter particularly. So, I've been thinking about cutting
the top off of my Lazy Susan finishisng stand, and clamping that in
place on it. The stand is taking up room in the shop, because it's not
in use that much of the time, and I could still use it this way.
No plans, no set measurements (depends on what plywood sizes I've
got on hand), no sketches. All I have to make sure of is, both sides
are the sime size, shelves same, etc.
I've been going over this for a day or so, and come up with some
changes from the original thought. Because of that, now, I'm wondering
if anyone out there has any useful input. Something I might have
missed. Anyone? Uh, almost anyone, that is. Useful?
JOAT
Don't e-mail me while I'm breathing.
All my considerations for this have been done, and aim in the
glue-up stage.
It'll be about 31" tall, with 3 shelves, 11 7/8" X 11 7/8", each
with a 2" lip, front and back. The top shelf is far enough down to
accomodate standing Titebond glue bottles. The other two will have
about 8" each. The glue will be in a compartment. Not sure yet if
anything else will go in compartments, but, if so, will just glue
partitions in, making compartments.
I'm thinking about a 11 7/8" X 24" top, but will decide for sure
after the body is together.
The 6" quick clamps, and 12" bar clamps will go on hanging racks,
one on each side. The PVC clamps will go in a shelf. Later, may also
put a small shelf on each side, above the clamps.
This will actually free up floorspace. The cardboard box I've been
using takes up more space. The kitchen stool can go back. The glue
bottles, clamps, and assorted miscellaneous bits and pieces, now on the
floor, can now go in the stand. Plus, it will look pretty decent. Life
is basically good.
Don't ask for plans, there aren't any.
JOAT
I will feel equality has arrived when we can elect to office women who
are as unqualified as some of the men who are already there.
- Maureen Reagan
"J T" <[email protected]> wrote in message
>
>
> The top, I'm thinking of making that about 12'" (maybe a bit more)
> X 24", or so. Of course, I could just make it as deep and wide as the
> stand, then if that didn't work, could always glue a larger top on.
> I'll be using waxed paper to catch glue drips.
>
Once you've made the stand, that footprint of space is lost forever. Making
it small enough so as not to be in the way but large enough to hold your
work can be quite a compromise. So, how about a folding top? Keep it closed
when not needed for smaller project, but open it to double your pace and
then have a support or two in the front to hold it up. You could do a drop
leaf front, but that would block access to the shelves.
Ed
Wed, Apr 14, 2004, 1:52am (EDT+4) [email protected] (Edwin=A0Pawlowski) says:
Once you've made the stand, that footprint of space is lost forever.
You've not been in my house. Not a prob. If it gets in the way
while I'm not using it, it can go on top of the kitchen table, a chair,
etc. No prob. LOL
Making it small enough so as not to be in the way but large enough to
hold your work can be quite a compromise.
No prob. 12" X up to 24", plenty big enough, these aren't large
projects, and still small enough to be out of the way.
So, how about a folding top? Keep it closed when not needed for smaller
project, but open it to double your pace and then have a support or two
in the front to hold it up. You could do a drop leaf front, but that
would block access to the shelves. Ed
Too complicated. But, I did have an idea while reading that. Two
trays, under the top, one each side, no wider than the top. If I ever
do need more work surface, another stand would work.
But, if you had a lot of small parts you don't want messed with,
hinged top. With lock, if needed. Glass or plastic top, if you want
people to see work in progress.
JOAT
Don't e-mail me while I'm breathing.
In article <[email protected]>, [email protected]
says...
>
> "J T" <[email protected]> wrote in message
> >
> > The top, I'm thinking of making that about 12'" (maybe a bit more)
> > X 24", or so. Of course, I could just make it as deep and wide as the
> > stand, then if that didn't work, could always glue a larger top on.
> > I'll be using waxed paper to catch glue drips.
>
> Once you've made the stand, that footprint of space is lost forever. Making
> it small enough so as not to be in the way but large enough to hold your
> work can be quite a compromise. So, how about a folding top? Keep it closed
> when not needed for smaller project, but open it to double your pace and
> then have a support or two in the front to hold it up. You could do a drop
> leaf front, but that would block access to the shelves.
> Ed
Interesting idea... something akin to a folding top sewing machine
cabinet perhaps? Top folds out to expose the work surface or for more
surface area, simple pullouts for holding the table up, or a drop leg.
Room for storage under or inside.
On Fri, 16 Apr 2004 01:32:16 -0400, [email protected] (J T)
wrote:
> Don't ask for plans, there aren't any.
Photos?
Barry
Fri, Apr 16, 2004, 9:53am (EDT+4)
[email protected] (B=A0a=A0r=A0r=A0y) queries:
Photos?
Now? No. Later? Maybe.
JOAT
I will feel equality has arrived when we can elect to office women who
are as unqualified as some of the men who are already there.
- Maureen Reagan