Paulk Smart Workbench Build: Part 1 of 3 - Setting up the templates | The Recreational Woodworker

This is part 1 of 3 of my new Paulk Smart Bench Build series. In this video, I lay out the router patterns and assemble. In part 2 I show you my custom mobile base and the included sawhorses. In part three I show you an overview of the bench and how I use it in my workflow and workshop.

You can view all the videos on my Paulk Style Workbenches here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGuSZ6X38lFgC2t4wjFo42cRsBpZJPEMT

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The Paulk Smart Workbench designed by Ron Paulk at https://thesmartwoodshop.com/ has been my go-to workbench for the last 5 years. Over those years I've at times moved away from using the Paulk Style Workbenches and Miter Saw Stations but eventually go back to using them for their advantages.

Those advantages are:

It's a stable workbench design that doesn't sag.
It's a portable, lightweight workbench that one person can set up and move easily
It's a strong workbench that can easily support a person.
It's an easily customizable workbench that can serve in many roles in any size shop.

I'll be setting up this workbench to serve primarily as my dedicated Track Saw Table. This bench has already become the centerpiece of my shop.

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