

In order to figure out the dimensions, simply stand straight and let your arms stay by your side. You will need a higher workbench, which will ease your work of sanding, ability to observe all the details on the piece, or using a router. However, a low bench is not for you if you have to use plenty of machines. Furthermore, for intricate carving work, you can sit on a tool or have an additional bench to place on your workbench to increase its height. Such low benches will allow you to work on top of the piece, carve with a chisel, or to plane it properly.

If your work involves a lot of hand tools, you should have a low workbench. And if it is too high, you will have difficulty reaching your tools and put stress on your upper body. This is the most important factor because other niggling factors can be worked around, but a workbench that is short will result in a bad back.
