BLACK+DECKER Workmate Dual Height Adjustable Workbench, WM536-XJ

Very well made and sturdy. Folds away easily to a good size so doesn’t take up much room.

Im giving 5 stars for the assembled bench. BUT, putting it together was a pain. The instructions are very vague. Only pictures to go by, and not very detailed. Trial and error, but eventually got there.

This is a great piece of kit for the price, and it'll serve my needs just fine. It's sturdy enough, seems strong enough, and is handy enough to be a go-to for simple DIY tasks for a long time to come. I think some reviewers expect far too much for a £38 product, so in response to a few of the other reviews left on this item: - The jaw lines up fine, but the adjustable plank does have some give side to side before you tighten it in position. That's my only explanation regarding those five photos on one review depicting the misalignment. That said, the holes for the orange pegs don't line up to the millimetre. I can't see this personally causing me any problems, but it's worth taking into consideration. - Can't see the issue with the quality of the metal at all. Again, it seems perfectly sturdy. Not much else to say about that. - The instructions aren't the simplest to follow, due to some peculiar choices made in how to depict certain actions and steps. To say they're the worst ever is an overstatement. They are useable.

Found this to be good for the money easy to assembly. Good value and it was easy to fold back up

I bought this as something to help me with some basic joinery. I simply don't have space for a proper workbench and woodworking vise. Having read some of the other reviews and researched a lot I was expecting something of very poor quality but was happy to pay the discounted price and risk it. I'm glad I did as it's actually exceeded my expectations. I wanted to post this review to challenge some of the points that others have made. Firstly, the instructions. Yes, they are very poor, but not beyond the realms of human intelligence. After a bit of trial and error and thought I was able to figure out which bit went where and to be honest I enjoyed the problem solving exercise. Secondly the plastic. Yes, it's got plastic bits and plastic is not as good as metal. But it's not cheap plastic, it's the better quality kind that is fit for purpose providing you're careful and remember that it is plastic. It's cheaper and cheaper is ok if it works. And it works. Thirdly, the metal. It's not thick, but it's sheet steel pressed into load bearing shapes. This makes it lightweight but sturdy. It easily supports my weight sitting on the bench top (I'm 6'2" with a 52" waist and I wear 4XL so I think it's fair to say I'm obese) and there are no razor sharp edges. Some of them could be a little better finished and are a bit on the rough side but none that you'd really be touching for any reason. One reviewer mentioned the leg springs on the four legs being dangerous. Mine has no leg springs, just 4 moulded plastic guides that use a bit of gentle friction to keep them open or closed. The top is made from bamboo. Very strong and hard. One surface is marked and the other isn't. The ruled surface might come in handy if you don't need anything too accurate. The bench dogs are plastic. They have useful grooves in them for supporting round objects. They're not amazing but they are handy and will clamp short pieces of wood solidly enough for planing. I've managed to plane wood on mine and cut mortises and tenons to make a 6' by 3' dinner table. Would a proper work bench be more sturdy? Yes. But if you're creative with how you support the wood and use your body weight to keep the workmate from wobbling a little then it's actually fine. Sharp tools help as well. It's been perfect for my needs and space limitations. My one regret is that I didn't get the slightly longer one as there'd be a little more room for working on smaller projects and bits of wood while straddling it.

Greatest piece of kit

I've had Workmates in the past, and this one is similarly based on the traditional principles. The materials used in its construction are relatively inferior to my old ones, but this makes the Workmate lighter to carry around and relatively cheap to buy. As many others have observed, the instructions are largely incomprehensible but actually with a little common sense it's pretty easy to work out how it fits together. Overall, I think it's a good buy at sub £60 and well up to handling the modest DIY jobs that I have on hand.

The BLACK+DECKER Workmate is a game-changer for any DIY enthusiast or professional. Its dual-height feature is incredibly practical, allowing me to use it as both a sturdy workbench and a reliable sawhorse. The heavy-duty steel frame can handle significant weight without wobbling, making it perfect for cutting, sanding, and assembling projects. The clamping system is one of the standout features—it securely holds materials of various sizes, ensuring precision and safety during use. Setting it up and folding it away is straightforward, and its compact, foldable design makes it easy to store when not in use. I’ve used it for everything from woodworking to minor repairs, and it has held up exceptionally well. The durability and versatility are impressive, especially at this price point. Pros: Dual-height design for added flexibility. Heavy-duty construction for stability and durability. Easy to set up, fold, and store. Versatile clamping system for secure material handling. I rate this product 10 out of 10 A reliable and versatile workbench that’s perfect for a wide range of tasks. Highly recommended for anyone looking to upgrade their workspace!

- Ottima reinterpretazione, in chiave moderna ed ergonomica di banco morsa d'antica falegnameria. Per stabilità statica, versatilità d'impiego, semplicità di manovra e praticità d'uso è sicuramente il top di gamma in relata a work bench di dimensioni, peso e costo di ben altra classe.

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Does what it says on the tin. Perfect for occasional projects. Perfect for apartment living.

Creo que es una gran compra para quien busca un banco de trabajo básico muy estable, cómodo, muy compacto una vez plegado y de fácil montaje. El mayor inconveniente son las instrucciones de montaje, que sin mínimas. Los materiales parecen ser de buena calidad.

Als ich mich auf die Suche nach einer vernünftigen und preiswerten »Werkbank« machte, habe ich selbstverständlich auch bei den diversen Modellen/Marken die Rezensionen gelesen. Am Ende habe ich mich also für die Black&Decker Werkbank WM536 entscheiden, die einen guten Eindruck machte. Der Aufbau der Werkbank ist nicht weiter schwierig und ziemlich zügig erledigt; dazu sollte man die Montageanleitung besser nicht zurate ziehen, denn die ist wirklich als seltsam zu bezeichnen. Mit etwas Geschick und der Fähigkeit auch dreidimensional zu denken, ist die Angelegenheit in 15–20 Minuten erledigt. Entgegen der Montageanleitung benötigt man zur Montage lediglich eine Wasserpumpenzange, um die Sicherungssplinte bei den Kurbeln einzupressen und die bereits vorhandene »Nuss«, um praktisch per Handkraft die Schrauben anzuziehen. Mit einer Ratsche bekommt man schnell das Problem, etwas zu viel Kraft anzusetzen und das Gewinde im Kunststoffteil regelrecht zu zerreißen. Handfest reicht also völlig aus. Ich habe bei den Schrauben zusätzlich noch Unterlegscheiben eingelegt, damit sich der Druck auf einer größeren Fläche verteilt und die Platte bei den Bohrlöchern intakt bleibt. Positiv: - absolut Standfest - Tragkraft deutlich höher als hier angegeben; nämlich 250 kg statt die angegebenen 160 kg - mit etwas über 10 kg auch sehr leicht - die aufgedruckten Maßbänder sind sogar genau - sehr anständige Verarbeitung - ein wirklich guter Preis für diese Werkbank Negativ: - die Arbeitsplatten sind an manchen Stellen eingedellt; jedoch nur auf der Oberseite - die Rahmenkonstruktion ist nicht ganz rechtwinklig, sodass man bei dem Ausrichten der Arbeitsplatten etwas tricksen muss Gesamtbewertung: Die Werkbank WM536 ist für den Heimwerker ganz sicher ausreichend; die eine oder andere Hilfe wie Schutzbacken kann man sich selbst bauen. Wer etwas Talent hat, kann sich sogar Halterungen für Bandschleifer usw. bauen und damit einen stationären Bandschleifer schaffen und Holz wie auch Metall oder Kunststoff in Form zu bringen. Man kann sich auch sehr einfach zwei größere Platten, die auf den vorhandenen montiert werden, herstellen und größere Werkstücke bearbeiten. Ich bin mit dieser Werkbank schon sehr zufrieden. Alles in allem lässt sich dafür auch eine Kaufempfehlung aussprechen, denn das Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis passt schon.