WestKentucky
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No shallower front to back than 16". I built mine at 16 to use lumber efficiently, but I have always wanted a few more inches. 20 inches seems optimal.
Don't forget to make sure you have plenty of outlets...
I wanted to be able to sit on a stool with mine, which is why I used the Gorilla rack as the base (~19" deep) with a 24" kitchen countertop as the surfaceI would say build it to fit your space, unless you have too much space (said by no one ever!).
I’m currently working on a bench for the corner of my garage between the sink and closet. Mine is going to be L shaped 90” x 43” as measured on the outside part of the L. 30” deep on the long leg and 24” deep on the short leg/foot. Sink will be at the end of the short leg/foot. I think height may be a more important decision than width/depth. I’m going to end up at 42” high (bar height) for mine but it will be a multipurpose bench. I’m 6’2”. Primarily for standing but the lower shelves will be set back on the long run to allow sitting on a stool and be able to put feet/legs under the bench top. Im putting a vice on the right hand corner and thinking about some type of sliding insert around the middle. Still thinking about the insert and how I might use it.
No worthy pics yet just started framing the top up.
Those units look like the ones from Sam's Club.................Are you talking about a permanent or temporary structure? Most door ways are about 30" wide, if you plan to move it later that might be a consideration. Average persons arm length is about 24", width should be about the length of your reach. An exception to that would be if the bench is an island that is accessible from all sides.
Went with a modular bench system that can be moved, rearranged, with storage above & below the work surface. Fit my situation, not for everyone.
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Are you talking about a permanent or temporary structure? Most door ways are about 30" wide, if you plan to move it later that might be a consideration. Average persons arm length is about 24", width should be about the length of your reach. An exception to that would be if the bench is an island that is accessible from all sides.
Went with a modular bench system that can be moved, rearranged, with storage above & below the work surface. Fit my situation, not for everyone.
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