Upgrade Your Garage Setup With This Adjustable Find From Lowe's

If you're an avid DIYer, tinkerer, or hobbyist, you might spend a lot of time researching the tools of your trade. But how often do you consider your workspace? If the answer is not enough, it might be time to optimize your task area. This is even more true if you feel stiff or sore after a day of building or fixing. If you have a garage workshop, an upgrade from a basic work table, like the Kobalt Adjustable Height Work Bench, can make working on projects more comfortable.

Height adjustability is a major selling point of this bench. It's widely accepted that an adjustable desk is better for the body. The same logic applies to a workbench, though there are more factors to consider. This Kobalt bench can be set in 1-inch increments from 32.8 to 40.8 inches in height, so it's adaptable. It also has adjustable feet, so you can ensure a level tabletop on uneven flooring. 

Ideal workbench height depends on your height and the tasks you plan to tackle. There's no hard-and-fast rule since it depends on your height, personal preference, and usage. Generally, though, you want the bench lower than the height of your elbows when standing for heavy-duty work. This allows you to take advantage of your body weight for tasks. A bench top that's around elbow height is suitable for light-duty work. For precision work, you want to go higher than elbow height, so you're project is closer to eye-level and you can rest your arms on the table for stability. This Kobalt model can adjust from low (under 33 inches) to high (over 38 inches), offering the flexibility to cover most uses. However, note that you have to remove the table leg fasteners to change the height. You can't adjust it on the fly, so you'll want to set it according to your most frequent tasks.

Of course, an adjustable height is far from the only important feature in a workbench. This one is also a sturdy option, made of heavy-duty, powder-coated steel and with a 1.18-inch-thick solid wood worktop. Supporting a maximum weight of 2,000 pounds, this bench can handle some heavy jobs. The tabletop measures 72 inches wide and 24 inches deep. The perforated side panels provide a pegboard-like space for storage and organization. The height flexibility can also help you fit this new bench into your workspace. At its highest setting, it can accommodate a couple of Kobalt storage cabinets underneath, ideal for organizing a small workshop. Or, you can set the bench height to accommodate garage storage systems above it, like upper cabinets and peg boards.

Shoppers seem quite happy with their purchase of this product, rating it 4.3 stars based on around 330 reviews. Several negative reviews mention issues with Lowe's assembly services rather than the workbench itself. However, the assembly is straightforward, so most DIYers can tackle it themselves. A positive commenter explains their experience of the actual product, saying, "This Kobalt workbench is rock solid. Heavy frame, thick top, and no wobble, even with big tools on it. The adjustable height is a real plus, works whether you're standing, sitting, or rolling a toolbox under. Easy to assemble, and once it's set up, it feels like it'll last for years."