Woodworker's Journal 1984-8-5, страница 17
top, since this problem is more common with that size (Fig. 1C), 1 suggest fir or hemlock for several reasons. First, they are strong. After all, it's the same wood used to hold up FiG. I WARPlKjfe LUMBER, A • Tvji^T COPPiMfe OF 2 fe s 'JSE-fa fiPR. B6MCH 1i?p most houses. Second, when dry, fir and hemlock are surprisingly lightweight, and this makes them easy to manage. And, when using hand tools, fir and hemlock are easier to work than a hardwood such as maple, a wood used in many professional quality workbenches. Also, be aware that 2x4 stock does not measure 2 in. thick by 4 in. wide. The rough lumber starts off this size, but is planed at the mill to 1 Vi in. x 3'A in. This is why the top measures 24*/i in, wide, because seven pieces of lVi in. x 3Yi in. laid edge-to-edge equal this odd dimension. Another thing to be careful of is that you are not sold pressure-treated lumber. Used mostly for outside construction of decks, its greenish coloration comes from the chemical treatment that makes it more rot-resistant than the untreated kind. It is not necessary for a workbench, and it costs more. The tempered hardboard you will need for the top and shelf comes in V* in. thick 4x8 foot sheets. Though it may cost a dollar extra, having it cut to size by the lumberyard would be of help and would make the two smaller pieces more manageable than the larger one. With your materials in hand, the next step is cutting the 2 x 4's to size (see bill of materials). Realize that there is a logical and efficient way to saw them. Two legs (A), and one side rail (B) roughly equal 8 feet, the length of one 2x4, Two front or two back rails (C) also equal 8 feet. One piece for the top (F), plus a cross member (D), can also come out of a single length of 2 x 4. Cutting the pieces to size this way eliminates waste. The measuring tools most useful are the retractable tape measure and the try square, the former giving you the lengths needed, the latter giving an edge to draw a line across the board. Cutting the pieces can be accomplished with a 10-point crosscut saw. Know, when using the saw, that 75% of the cutting is done on the downstroke. When all the pieces are cut to size, with the brace's ends left square for the time being, it would be a good idea to label them. A charcoal pencil will work well here. The next step is to cut the notches into the legs, done to make the framework more rigid and less wobbly. Laying out the notches can also be done with that try square and tape measure. They all will measure 3'/i in. wide and I Vi in. deep with the bottom notches being 12 inches from the floor. The top notches of each leg can be sawn out with the handsaw, but the notches used to accept parts B are cut out with a hammer (or preferably a wooden mallet) and chisel. First, lay out the lines on the two faces and one edge of the leg where the wood is to be removed. Using the (continued on next page) We Supply The Best, ■ Superior 'Swiss Made' Carving Tools For over 20 years, Woodcraft has been the exclusive U.S. agent (or Swiss Made' carving tools. Three generations of experience and a commitment to quality combine to make these the finest woodworking tools available-unsurpassed in excellence. Skilled Swiss craftsmen forge, finish, and sharpen the blades by hand. High quality steel alloy is hardened and tempered to Rc58-60, resulting in an edge which will stay extremely sharp during long periods of carving. The octagonal handler are select European ash and designed for optimum control. We believe our Swiss Made' carving tools shape all woods more precisely than any other tools made. This set includes six of the most popular shapes, making it perfect as a starter sel - or a replacement for those tools that fall short of your expectations. It's also the perfect set to build on. We offer over 200 additional styles, all of unequuled quality. Our 6-pc. set contains: 3mm veiner; 8mm chisel; 6mm "V" parting tool; 10mm *'J sweep gouge; 10mm sweep gouge; 12mm »5 sweep gouge. Overall length 9'/i" to 11". All presharpened and ready to use. Money back guarantee. Reg. J59.95. Now only $49 "ppc"- I MB MB MM ^M MM MB MM MM M^m ^BB ■ Credit card orders call 800-225-1153 Yes, please send me your 6-pc. Swiss Made' Carving Tool Set 05WI0-ZZ. 1 enclose $49.95 iadd 5% sales tax for delivery in Massachusetts! or charge my □ VISA □ MasterCard DAME.' Acet. '___ Exp. Dale _ Signature_ Please print Name_ 4,idresi _ ty- — I -Zip. Please vend r your FREE tool calaiug. m T)CRAFT TC- Hp ttept V*JW ' Atlantic Avenue. -up Bo* iOOU. W„ U n. .. D1W8 Re. z. £UTTIM& A M£TCH MAKE A sueiE.* TtS LOiTHirsl LifOt WIDE trKlSELL T» ctw DCWM UME^ 0CTH SlCtS iTFWCKKPtECE DWTtl_VllA«.TE IS PtM^MEO |
