I built a dedicated shop for my GF and CNC, advice needed

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@tonybarnhill

Your full size flat file, I’m having a hard time picturing it.

Something like this:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/MAYLINE-20-DRAWER-FLAT-FILES-CABINET-SET-/143014504703?_trksid=p2385738.m4383.l4275.c10

That one is amazing.

Previously (I talk about flat files all the time):

Gifts for Glowforgers

Why has no one mentioned storage? A full-size flat file is the ultimate. Sandusky Lee 244876BK Black Steel 5 Drawer Flat File, 16-1/8" Height x 40-3/4" Width x 28-3/8" Depth https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005VQQPCK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_-KVbCb1G28NYE You can find them used on craigslist for much less, but youhavetime constraints. Srsly of all my Glowforge accessories this is the one that I’d be saddest to lose.

Getting my stuff organized

Lookup safco flat files. I got one used literally last night off craigslist for $100. SUPER deal. I am flush with storage now. Mine is 5 drawers at 36”x48”. Yeah, 3x4 FEET. It’s not a small unit for sure. This one is like it, albeit smaller and far more expensive since it’s new: https://www.safcofurniture2go.com/product/QDA324/Facil-Steel-Flat-File%24Small-by-Safco-Office-Furniture.aspx?cat=120A02A02-QDA324&origin=pla&kw=&cat=102A02A01-gs-|Shopping_All_Products_RPC-|&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIxJOi7t_…

Workbench recommendations for putting glowforge on?

If you search the forums there are a ton of threads about this. That being said, I have mine on a workbench countertop that was already in place, but I added storage underneath in the form of an Alex unit from IKEA. It’s basically a light duty flat file and it works for the bulk of my materials.