I have been thinking about closing the underside of my bench. I have not decided on what design I should use. This is very timely as I can see that my thinking wasn’t providing the results I wanted. Your design is very close to what I was looking for. I am going to use your basic design and change it a little bit to match my needs. Thank you for providing the inspiration to create the design I need. I was struggling with the idea and you provided the guidance for me. Thanks again.
I bought the workbench plans & video a few weeks back & was thinking about building storage into the underside, as I've very limited space (typical UK, 20'x8'6" garage). The idea of a modular fitting never occurred to me but now I've seen this, I'll work out a modified version to suit. I want to store my planes in there, so will likely build a lower drawer 2/3 the long side to hold my #7, two #5½ & a #4½ then instead of the door, add a deep drawer, or maybe shallow drawers for chisels, screwdrivers etc. Thanks for putting this up, as it's inspired me to go sit at the drafting board & start planning things out.
As all/ways sir stunning work and great idea love your work . And to let you know my block plane and plane socks turned up to/day UK post. Thank you love the smooth action love it Thank ones more have a great Christmas and New year.. take care all the best from LIVERPOOL Y.N.W.A.L.
Hi Rob...very intersting idea to open/close drawers for both sides...the magnetics "brakes" are very smart... Have a Happy Merry Christmas and wonderful New Year...2024 can better to each one here at our comunity and we can have health for the new chalanges... Congratulations from Brazil
As I've grown older (>70) and due to a lower back injury I have found the need to sit at my workbench for a lot of the time. That needs knee room. How I now curse the day I enclosed the underside.... 😢
This is a great upgrade. I’m just starting my bench build. I might make some modifications to this to house a shooting board and bench plane. What are the dimensions of your Wood river 5 1/2 jack plane? I want to be able to store that when I get one from you . Thanks.😊
I like the build and the drawers. Not so much for the doors. Put vertical dividers instead of doors. The divided middle section would be used to store a shooting board, bench hook, and other bench related accessories. All in all, it is still an awesome build.
This has inspired me to make a similar cabinet under my bench. Just six drawers though. I got into a bit of a bind gluing up the carcase. I glued the dovetailed sides and bottom first and had a lot of trouble with the rails and dividers. How do you glue up a carcase with so many elements?
Are you planning on making a video showing how to make a miter shooting board? Or is it too similar too a square shooting board that it’s not worth it?
thats a loaded question. They are essentially equal with different characteristics. The MDF is slightly flatter than the BB. The BB has a tougher core and is better if you use holdfasts
Only one question regarding the upgrade, what is the thickness of the drawer base. Dont know if i missed it in the video but will be watching it again to take some measurements. Thanks for the video i am sure this will help so many people out.
Interesting that you can cut dovetails into baltic birch, as I had always been told to avoid plywood. Does that only work by hand, or does it also work with a router?
Beautiful, I especially enjoyed the way you explain things you like and dislike about the final product. I especially liked the magnets on the pass though drawers. While I don’t have a Cosman work bench I am going to use the ideas you gave us on mine. Thanks for sharing and Merry Christmas
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If you liked this video check out this planning stop workbench upgrade video: ruclips.net/video/O1aNBgGxxs0/видео.html
I have been thinking about closing the underside of my bench. I have not decided on what design I should use. This is very timely as I can see that my thinking wasn’t providing the results I wanted. Your design is very close to what I was looking for. I am going to use your basic design and change it a little bit to match my needs. Thank you for providing the inspiration to create the design I need. I was struggling with the idea and you provided the guidance for me. Thanks again.
Glad it was helpful!
I just put you as my most influential RUclipsr on a survey by wood by Wright!
Thank you so very much
Another great idea for the bench. Thank you for sharing it with us as always. Take care. 👍🏻
Home depot, lowes, many others
Nice job. Always a joy watching your videos. Encourages me to get in the garage
You can do it!
I bought the workbench plans & video a few weeks back & was thinking about building storage into the underside, as I've very limited space (typical UK, 20'x8'6" garage).
The idea of a modular fitting never occurred to me but now I've seen this, I'll work out a modified version to suit. I want to store my planes in there, so will likely build a lower drawer 2/3 the long side to hold my #7, two #5½ & a #4½ then instead of the door, add a deep drawer, or maybe shallow drawers for chisels, screwdrivers etc.
Thanks for putting this up, as it's inspired me to go sit at the drafting board & start planning things out.
Send us a pic when you get yours done
@@RobCosmanWoodworking Will do.
Great video! You mentioned the top is now water resistant. What kind of finish do you have on the MDF top?
Lacquer
As all/ways sir stunning work and great idea love your work . And to let you know my block plane and plane socks turned up to/day UK post. Thank you love the smooth action love it Thank ones more have a great Christmas and New year.. take care all the best from LIVERPOOL Y.N.W.A.L.
Thanks for the great comments
Which Big Box Store are shopping at that has any multi ply plywood, let alone Baltic Birch plywood?
Hi Rob...very intersting idea to open/close drawers for both sides...the magnetics "brakes" are very smart...
Have a Happy Merry Christmas and wonderful New Year...2024 can better to each one here at our comunity and we can have health for the new chalanges...
Congratulations from Brazil
As I've grown older (>70) and due to a lower back injury I have found the need to sit at my workbench for a lot of the time. That needs knee room. How I now curse the day I enclosed the underside.... 😢
Looks great! Maybe I can add this for the next bench-build for PHP
This is a great upgrade. I’m just starting my bench build. I might make some modifications to this to house a shooting board and bench plane. What are the dimensions of your Wood river 5 1/2 jack plane? I want to be able to store that when I get one from you . Thanks.😊
If I’ve got an idea for another upgrade for the workbench design, would it be ok if I sent it to you?
Sure
Absolutely. We welcome any new video ideas. Please send your ideas directly to Luther ay Robswebmaster@robcosman.com
Sent via email
Sure send it to Luther at Robswebmaster@robcosman.com
I like the build and the drawers. Not so much for the doors. Put vertical dividers instead of doors. The divided middle section would be used to store a shooting board, bench hook, and other bench related accessories. All in all, it is still an awesome build.
That's a good design idea too
For God's sake, please get a haircut.
Growing for cancer wigs.
This has inspired me to make a similar cabinet under my bench. Just six drawers though. I got into a bit of a bind gluing up the carcase. I glued the dovetailed sides and bottom first and had a lot of trouble with the rails and dividers. How do you glue up a carcase with so many elements?
Thank you Jesus😂
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Are you planning on making a video showing how to make a miter shooting board? Or is it too similar too a square shooting board that it’s not worth it?
I am thinking about buying the workbench plans from the website. Do they come with the upgrade plans as well?
Very nice, functional.🙂🙂
Which of your bench you sell has the strongestand most durable top? MDF or baltic birch plywood? Thanks!
thats a loaded question. They are essentially equal with different characteristics. The MDF is slightly flatter than the BB. The BB has a tougher core and is better if you use holdfasts
Only one question regarding the upgrade, what is the thickness of the drawer base. Dont know if i missed it in the video but will be watching it again to take some measurements. Thanks for the video i am sure this will help so many people out.
1/4 inch
Interesting that you can cut dovetails into baltic birch, as I had always been told to avoid plywood. Does that only work by hand, or does it also work with a router?
Router would work fine
I thought I saw a dog ? Lol nice addition to the Cos bench boss !
Maple, shop dog.
Do you have any plans available for this upgrade?
no just this youtube
I love this, definitely gonna implement it on my cosman bench eventually
send us a pic when you do it
Beautiful, I especially enjoyed the way you explain things you like and dislike about the final product. I especially liked the magnets on the pass though drawers. While I don’t have a Cosman work bench I am going to use the ideas you gave us on mine. Thanks for sharing and Merry Christmas
Glad it inspired you
Would you do a short on the build and assembly of the door? Just a little over my head.
Why not look at our youtubes of door building?