Aboutmaura macaluso Expertise I can answer all questions regarding woodcarving, chip carving, scroll sawing, carving tools and techniques and can answer most questions regarding wood. I am not an appraiser of carvings nor an antique dealer.
Experience I am a custom commission woodcarver. I have been carving for many years now, have won numerous awards, and am very well connected in the world of woodcarving. I am the owner/operator of www.carvinginnyc.com
Organizations national association of woodcarvers, woodcarvers of queens, Richmond county carvers club, carving life panel of experts
Publications Chip chats, carving magazine
Education/Credentials Have taken many, many classes and instruction from many fine carvers, I was originally self taught which is the best way to learn. Many thousands of carving hours later and I find that I am now well-respected.
Awards and Honors best of show staten island & queens
numerous 1st place and other title awards at many venues
Past/Present Clients My work is now in international collections
Question A friend has been given a large door (about 3 feet x 8 feet) that he wants to use as the top of a workbench. Now he needs to find something to set it on - that won't cost more than buying a workbench in the first place. He wants something with a lot of shallow drawers for holding supplies and tools. Do you have an suggestions?
Thanks
Jo
Answer Hi Jo,
Well, if it were me, I would make a frame out of 2x4s, which I believe would be the only way to really support something that large. You can then go to one of the box stores and buy drawers and add them in. This way they can also customize the drawers and put them exactly where they want them. You can also build a very simple frame and put one of those rolling tool cabinets under it. I like that option because you may be able to pull the rolling cart out to give extra workspace when needed, but that would probably be the more expensive way to go unless someone is looking to get rid of one of those tool cabinets. Another option would be to attach it to the top of a big old desk. depending on the height of the desk, you might have to add a little wood between the desk and the door to get it to a good working height. You can also use kitchen cabinets and put the door on top just like a countertop. There are many options but they will all rely on the skills of whomever is building it as to how fancy you can get with the drawers etc. The 2x4s, the desk and the kitchen cabinet shells really don't need to cost any money, they are things that can be found sometimes for free, if you go looking for them. People do clean houses and basements out and if you happen upon one, they will most likely be happy if you just take it off their hands. You will not believe the amt of good 2x4's that I have pulled out of the trash. at least 2 sheds worth. I don't know what type of work your friend will be doing but I advise that whatever they decide to use to support this door be very sturdy and level. make sure that the middle of the door has good support. Thanks for the question and have a good day.
