What Does a "Recessed Shelf Mean?
Bottom shelf back behind the front legs. This opportunity offers "Leg Room" so you can
use a stool or chair without interfering with the bottom. Please note: you can always ad
more shelves to your bench! See "Shelving Additions".
What Color options do I have for my Bench?
All Bench tops are Natural Butcher Block Maple- This is a Natural Maple color that goes
with most any accent stain color. We keep them in this standard color since all tops are
treated with a food safe, stain resistant finish that also repels gasoline and petroleum
based liquids. We do add a decorative polyurethane finish to match the rest of the
bench. This finish will wear well and can be sanded.
Gunstock- is a light brown with a hint of red. It is our most popular and is seen in most of
the photos on our site.
Sedona Red - is our newest stain. It has more of a red clay color. Similar to that of the
etched earth in the Grand Canyon. Very attractive.
Honey Gold - Is a Natural wood look and takes on the true color of the wood. The unique
aspect is that it mellows with time.
Can you Build my bench to my specification?
Yes! , We offer choices bench height, shelf depth, color, and other choices o each page.
On some of the choice options there is the choice called "Other". If you wish to choose a
different increment, simply add the request to the Comment section at check out.
- You Can Choose not to have a back splash and have a lip instead. We still
include the Back splash for use at a later Date. - You can specify a different color to match your decor as long as it is attainable
in our region. - Sorry we do not ship unfinished benches.
- We can alter the bottom shelf depth for computer table or other uses where
seating will interfere with the shelf. - We can modify the depth of the benches on a case by case basis. Some
additional charges may apply.
- What type of wood is used for the bench structure?
We currently use "DSS" Southern yellow Pine for our Bench frames and legs. This
stands for Dense Select Structural. The moisture content is .05, where common pine is
dried to a 15 moisture content. This type of wood is more durable, and has virtually no
knots, therefore no shrinkage!
- Why use Butcher Block?
We currently use Woodweld Maple or Ash Butcher Block
on all of our Bench Tops and Select Structural Southern
Yellow Pine for legs and Frames. Bally Block is an American Company in business for
over 100 years.
The moisture content of DSS Pine is .05, where common SYP pine is dried to a 15
moisture content. This type of wood is more durable, and has virtually no knots,
therefore minimal
shrinkage!- We are who we are- American Workbench, using the best affordable
products to make our benches. . . For you . . Made to order.
- Is there an additional charge to have my name on the bench?
There is no charge for your name or message in the "Made in U.S.A. Section. There may
be a charge for additional engraving or logo additions. We also do some color
enhancements to carvings, additional charges apply, call and ask.
- Why does it take weeks to ship?
Benches are customized based on offerings. The orders are built by one person in
blocks of 3-7 at a time. There are times in the heat/cold of the summer/winter where top
cure times can be slowed by South Carolina Weather. Benches will not be shipped until
fully cured, otherwise packing material will leave impressions.
- Do you ship to Canada?
Yes! Additional shipping, plus a 9.5% Tariff would apply. Depending on the region,
shipping will be slower based on finding the correct agent.
- Why not build my own bench?
If you have the tools and resources...you should. However, when you consider that most
parts of our benches are planed, jointed, and sanded to create a strong, attractive, built
to last several lifetimes and carved with your message and legacy, it's obvious that
your assured a quality American Made product. So you can move on to your own DYI
interests.
- Can you ship the bench fully assembled?
Yes! However, there is an additional cost. It is not
recommended since it takes more time to remove the
bench from the pallet than following the 25 minute
assembly instructions. This bench is designed for
simple assembly!
If you have a specific question please feel free to call or email me directly. I am with
my clients from start to finish.
An Example of a Recessed shelf. In this Photo the lower
shelf is recessed 10" on a 36" depth Work Table.
shelf is recessed 10" on a 36" depth Work Table.
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Your Name can be carved on the Bench Face at no
additional charge. This is a great way to hand down your
bench through generations- "This was my Dad's Bench"
additional charge. This is a great way to hand down your
bench through generations- "This was my Dad's Bench"
Take a peak at our Custom Engraving Page! If there is
something else that you would like to have carved on the
bench, let us know. There are a variety of carvings we can do
at minimal expense!
something else that you would like to have carved on the
bench, let us know. There are a variety of carvings we can do
at minimal expense!
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