Building Benchwork-Part 1

The wooden benchwork part of layout consturction is about three quartes done on the Machias section. Benchwork construction began in early April and is close to finished. The benchwork was nothing special, with 1x3s making up the sides and ends of flat frames and 2x3s making up the interior supports. 2x3s were also used for the legs. My Dad and I have worked on the benchwork off and on for the last few weeks, and it has not been at all difficult to construct. The following pictures document the construction better than I can describe it in writing.

The pile of lumber awaiting the start of benchwork construction.

One of the frames during assembly.

My cat, Tofu, decided to help out with construction of the benchwork.

A pair of legs with bracing atached to stabilize the layout.

A section of benchork with wood construction finished.