Reply To: Height and width of workbench

My experience is that mass and stability are more of a consideration. I built a workbench based loosely around the english joiners bench, from spruce. The width and depth is determined by the planks that I bought. They were 3m in length and I cut them in two, so I have a 1.5m long bench. I built the top with two planks, but I ripped them so that I have two slots in the top. This is very versatile for clamping, work holding, cleaning etc. I set the height based purely around the position of my hand and hip, so it suits my particular height.
I am now having to work out a way to add ballast to the legs to improve the mass, and potentially some bracing to keep it stable. Very pleased with the size and functionality though.