STEP 16: ATTACH THE SHELF, FINISH, AND HARDWARE

All that’s left to do now is attach the shelf using 32 mm coarse-thread Kreg screws. Then you can apply a finish to your bench, if desired. Though it might seem like overkill, adding finish to a bench helps it last longer, and makes it easier to clean. We wiped a coat of oil finish on the top and the shelf. We also stained the base structure to give the bench a bit of style, and then mounted the clamp vice.