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Woodworking & Furniturecraft

Timbered Workbench: Early American Style

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Course Overview

 

Experience both timber framing and fine woodworking techniques to build a sturdy workbench. In this class, students will build a bench based in the early American style using mortise and tenon joinery out of white pine timbers. The trestle table is an engineering marvel. Held together with wedges, the classic form is remarkably strong yet can be easily disassembled. The portable, knock-down features of this workbench make it a versatile addition to any workspace and easy to load to bring home. The dimensions of this workbench are 38"H x 72"L x 30"W, with some variations possible. Options for finishing will be discussed, ranging from natural oils to milk paint. For workbench enthusiasts, options for vises and hold down clamps will be discussed.

 Required Tools

  • There are no required tools, however if you have a favorite square, drawknife or block plane bring it along. If you don't own tools and plan to buy them, it is perhaps better to wait until after the class at North House in which we will discuss tools and the right tools to buy.

Optional Tools

  • Square
  • Drawknife
  • Block plane
  • Mortising chisels-wide and narrow
  • Electric drill
  • Safety glasses
  • Tape measure

Dates

Fri, Jan 31st, 2025  –  Sun, Feb 2nd, 2025

Course Details

Hours: 9am-5pm each day
Tuition: $345.00
Materials fee: $245.00
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Meet the Instructor

North House Folk School photo of instructor, Lauren Newby
Lauren Newby
Milwaukee, WI USA

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Timbered Workbench: Early American Style