Work bench tops

I use 3X4's glued and bolted with redi rod to form the top then lag bolt a ledger to the wall and rest the front of the top on base cabinates. The top is bolted to the ledger on the wall. I then cover the works with 1/4" hardboard (masonite) as a replaceable top. I also second the overhang idea. I tried 2 layers of 3/4" plywood but found it would still deflect with heavy pounding.

Brian
 
A 2x10" or 2x12" ripped down the middle will be a smother and more stable top, as the bigger board are cut from bigger trees. the framing grade studs are cut from smaller trees and have more of a tendency to warp and twist.
 
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