Thank you Mark and 'Scouting Dad'. To be sure, I've a copy of Wescott's book that I ought to laminate before it disintegrates (as its been a constant companion in the workshop throughout the process.). I appreciate the further nods to the 'cookie-cutter' benchwork approach and will be pursuing that direction.
Two quick follow-up questions:
- Ive noticed that when referring to 'cookie cutter' benchwork there are at least 2 different forms: One of them entails making cuts in the plywood to naturally aline for the inclines/declines etc - but more or less maintains a plywood base across the table (even if the pieces may be tiered in elevation); the other (sometimes called 'spline') appears to be where truly just the portion under the tracks is supported by the plywood, with the remainder of the landscape filled in with some form of plaster or foam. Would the first approach (the true 'cookie cutter') method negate the benefits of access etc to the track that seem to be available in the second?
- Separately, and a more simple question: At an earlier stage, I picked up several 4x8 sheets of 5/8ths plywood for the table top with an interest to let it cure in the basement before cutting to install. I'm now wondering if 5/8s would be too thick for the cookie-cutter approach. Can anyone confirm either way?
Sharing a recent pic of benchword in development. Essentially its composed of 6 tables with open grid benchwork, secured via bolts. I'll be working to address issues with the ceiling /lighting before adding the tabletop /track. I'm also debating the merits (and potential) of introducing a small window in the door which otherwise has been fixed closed. (in the photo - back wall, toward the right) but that may a future project (to be approached from the other room).
Thanks again,
Scott
