billbird

Dear Aplantfan,

I use my saw table for an finishing/assembly table too. I have had great success with a top cover made of 1/4" mahogany floor underlayment with 1 x edges. The thin top is light to handle when removing and the steel saw table keeps it stiff. The trick is to make a snug fit to the saw table. Mine is also 8" wider than the table so I get a little e xtra work area. I periodically clean the surface and add a coat of paint to cover the mess from painting and staining projects. When I use the table saw I just remove the cover and lean it against my bench.

Good luck.