I would like to build a simple and easy workbench, and I need some advice.
I will be installing a heavy duty metalworking vise on one corner, and using the bench for metal and woodworking, among other things. While I have the base created, my issue is with the workbench top.
I have a 1.75" thick solid core door (particle board core) - however, I'm concerned about it's strength and suitability. With a solid wood top, there's no issue about strength, especially when you have to drill holes in it for vises or other purposes. But a particleboard core door? Not only am I concerned with whether it's strong enough to support the vise (especially when it's in use), but I'm also concerned about drilling holes in such a material (such as is required for the vise) - how well would it maintain structural integrity?
So, for those of you who are knowledgeable and experienced in such things - would this be a poor choice to make? Or can it take more than I'm giving it credit for?
I will be installing a heavy duty metalworking vise on one corner, and using the bench for metal and woodworking, among other things. While I have the base created, my issue is with the workbench top.
I have a 1.75" thick solid core door (particle board core) - however, I'm concerned about it's strength and suitability. With a solid wood top, there's no issue about strength, especially when you have to drill holes in it for vises or other purposes. But a particleboard core door? Not only am I concerned with whether it's strong enough to support the vise (especially when it's in use), but I'm also concerned about drilling holes in such a material (such as is required for the vise) - how well would it maintain structural integrity?
So, for those of you who are knowledgeable and experienced in such things - would this be a poor choice to make? Or can it take more than I'm giving it credit for?