Reply To: Work bench Welcome! / Forums / General Woodworking Discussions / Finishing / Work bench / Reply To: Work bench Robert S. 1 December 2014 at 12:46 pm #121669 I just used good ‘ol yellow paint for my tabletop since it’s outside and exposed to the elements. Not very pretty but gets the job done. I’m thinking two coats will do. Maybe three.. A Bad Day Woodworking Is Better Than a Good Day Working! Settings