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Cast Iron Workbench

Industrial Cast Iron and Antique Oak Workbench or Side Table
Located in Baambrugge, NL
made out of very old industrial materials; an old cast-iron base and a top made of antique oak wagon
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2010s French Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Steel, Iron

Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Jewelers Workbench Desk Drafting Table w/ Swivel Stool
Located in Philadelphia, PA
swivel/adjustable height stool with cast iron hardware, 10 drawers (writing to interior of drawers, a
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Early 20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Desk Sets

Materials

Iron

Recent Sales

Industrial Workbench with Blue Cast Iron Base
Located in Ulft, Gelderland
Heavy Industrial workbench on cast iron base. Has been cleaned, waxed and polish and remains in
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Early 20th Century French Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Metal

Industrial Workbench with Blue Cast Iron Base
Industrial Workbench with Blue Cast Iron Base
H 32.68 in W 75.2 in D 25.2 in
Impressive Industrial Workbench with Cast Iron Vise
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Impressive Industrial workbench with cast iron vise. Fully functional. Great as a large console or
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Welders Table
Located in Oakville, CT
Cast Iron Welders Workbench / Console / Table. 1900 - 1910.
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20th Century American Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron, Steel

Cast Iron Welders Table
Cast Iron Welders Table
H 39 in W 48 in D 26.5 in
Victorian Workbench
Located in London, GB
A Victorian cast iron sycamore and pine workbench, fitted with vice, stamped 'T. J. Syer, Finsbury
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Industrial and Work Tables

Victorian Workbench
Victorian Workbench
H 33.67 in W 72.25 in D 21.46 in
Antique Small Carpenter's Workbench C.1910-1930
Located in San Francisco, CA
along the back to hold the carpenter's tools. The top piece is constructed of Maple with a cast iron and
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Early 20th Century Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron

French 19th Century Beech Artisan Workbench
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Unique carpenter’s bench from France, dating to the late 19th century, made of beech wood and iron
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Antique 19th Century French Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron

French 19th Century Beech Artisan Workbench
French 19th Century Beech Artisan Workbench
H 29.25 in W 78.88 in D 16.38 in
Vintage Industrial Rustic Wood & Cast Iron Work Bench - Table - Desk
Located in Oakville, CT
Incredible Rustic Cast Iron - Steel and Wood Workbench, Computer Desk, Table. Original and made in
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20th Century American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron

Antique Industrial Cast Iron Leg Workbench
Located in Norwalk, CT
A wonderful designed piece of American Industrial history, this awesome bench with great patina would make a wonderful console table in any room. Marked Leiman Bros. on legs.
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

19th Century Danish Carpenter's Workbench
Located in San Francisco, CA
Rustic workbench with two working cast iron vices, built in toolbox and tool caddy running the
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Antique Late 19th Century Danish Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron

Antique American Carpenter's Workbench, c.1910-1930
By E.H. Sheldon & Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
" to hold the carpenter's tools. The top piece is constructed of strips of wood with a cast iron piece
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Early 20th Century Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron

Vintage Industrial Cast Iron & Wood Display Work Bench Conference Dining Table
Located in Oakville, CT
Rustic Industrial Vintage Wood & Cast Iron Dining, Display, Conference Table / Workbench Made of 2
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20th Century American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron, Steel

Victorian Industrial Workbench Table, circa 1868
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Victorian Industrial workbench table dating to circa 1868 Industrial oak and cast iron workbench
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Antique 1860s British Victorian Console Tables

Materials

Iron

Long Workbench on Cast Iron Base
Located in Ulft, Gelderland
4 meter long workbench with pine wooden top and three cast iron legs. Has two big drawers with nice
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Early 20th Century Industrial and Work Tables

Long Workbench on Cast Iron Base
Long Workbench on Cast Iron Base
H 33.47 in W 157.49 in D 25.6 in
Antique 1940s Cast Iron Industrial Workbench Island
Located in Hudson, NY
A very nice antique 1940s workbench island with bold cast iron bases and thick wide plank wood top
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Vintage 1940s American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Vintage Industrial Engineer's Workbench Side Table on Cast Iron Ends
Located in Culverthorpe, Lincs
elegant shape of the green cast iron ends, set against the dark stained and varnished chunky top
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Vintage 1950s English Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron

Refined Industrial Workbench or Console
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
This workbench was sourced in Northern Spain.  It is a marriage of a heavy cast iron Industrial
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Antique 1830s Spanish Industrial Console Tables

Materials

Iron

Refined Industrial Workbench or Console
Refined Industrial Workbench or Console
H 30.71 in W 91.74 in D 14.97 in
Antique Watchmaker’s or Jeweler’s Workbench or Tall Desk, 1920s
Located in San Francisco, CA
various work-related tools and devices over the years. A small cast iron vise remains mounted at front
Category

Vintage 1920s American American Craftsman Desks

Materials

Stone, Brass, Iron

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Vintage Carpentry Woodworking Pine Workbench Table
Located in Forney, TX
A vintage carpentry woodworking - craftsman's pine workbench. Dating to the first half of the 20th century, having a thick rectangular solid pine top with desirable overhang and r...
Category

Early 20th Century Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Steel, Iron

19th Century French Normandy Farm Table
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th Century French Country farm table or work table from Normandy. Made of solid cherry wood with two sliding doors along the front and one deep dovetailed drawer at the end, each...
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Antique 19th Century French Country Farm Tables

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Normandy Farm Table
19th Century French Normandy Farm Table
H 31 in W 105 in D 28.25 in
18th Century French Yew Wood Work Table
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A large early rectangular table with overhanging banded plank constructed top. (the top with old crack fills, see photos). With an apron drawer near one end, and another drawer on on...
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Antique Late 18th Century French Rustic Farm Tables

Materials

Yew

Antique Central European Carpenter’s Bench
Located in High Point, NC
A vintage Central European wooden work table. Constructed from stout wooden beams, crafted with the owner’s livelihood in mind. This ultimate sturdy table’s newest craft is turning f...
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20th Century Czech Rustic Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Metal

Late 19th c. Scrubbed Carpenter's Workbench c.1880-1900
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT An original scrubbed carpenter's workbench with two wooden screw vises and large inlay tray on the back used to house larger tools. There are 10 "dogs" spaced along the width ...
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Antique Late 19th Century American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Steel

Spanish Solid Wood Carpenter's Workbench
Located in Marbella, ES
Spanish Solid Wood Carpenter's Workbench
Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Wood

Spanish Solid Wood Carpenter's Workbench
Spanish Solid Wood Carpenter's Workbench
H 26.78 in W 84.65 in D 19.69 in
1890 Oak Mercantile Counter / Sorting Bin
Located in Surrey, BC
A very unusual store counter no doubt from a general store featuring lined bins for fruit or vegetables. The counter style was used in a country kitchen for the last 25 years. Made ...
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Antique Late 19th Century Canadian Country Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Large Industrial Cast Iron Factory Trolley Work Cart Pine Plank Table or Island
Located in Forney, TX
An incredible 20th century rustic industrial style repurposed dining table - kitchen island. Crafted from a heavy-duty utilitarian cast iron American factory - warehouse trolley ...
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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Steel, Iron

Victorian Industrial Iron Factory Table Cabinmodern Kitchen Worktable Island
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Very old single drawer metal worktable with slatted wood lower shelf. Fully functional, level and sturdy table, patina to all surfaces. Beautifully dark and aged. Measures: W 60 x D...
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Antique Late 19th Century American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Steel, Iron

1880s Victorian Mercantile Forged Iron Work Table Vintage Industrial Console
Located in Hyattsville, MD
A Rare Form, All original and complete, except for chip in one ball foot. It is a wonderful compact design, all cast iron or forged steel construction. Sturdy. No looseness. Approx. ...
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Antique 1880s American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Steel, Iron

Early 20th Century French Metal & Wooden Work Table
Located in High Point, NC
Introducing an exquisite piece of history and craftsmanship: the Early 20th Century French Metal & Wooden Work Table. This robust table stands as a testament to enduring design, feat...
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Early 20th Century French Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Metal

Antique French Store Counter Repurposed into a Kitchen Island From The Provence
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique French Store Counter Repurposed by our Old Plank Artisans into a Country French Style Kitchen Island. The Antique White French Oak from our Store Counter had just the perfect...
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Antique 1870s French Country Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Oak

20th Century Czech Carpenter’s Workbench
Located in High Point, NC
With its workmanlike design and warm natural finish, this vintage wooden table makes a striking Industrial accent. Built in Belgium in the 20th century, this piece would have origina...
Category

20th Century Czech Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Metal

20th Century Czech Carpenter’s Workbench
Located in High Point, NC
With its workmanlike design and warm natural finish, this vintage wooden table makes a striking Industrial accent. Built in Belgium in the 20th century, this piece would have origina...
Category

20th Century Czech Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Wood

20th Century Czech Wooden Work Table
Located in High Point, NC
With its workmanlike design and warm natural finish, this vintage wooden table makes a striking Industrial accent. Built in Czechia in the 20th century, this piece would have origina...
Category

20th Century Czech Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Wood

20th Century Czech Wooden Work Table
20th Century Czech Wooden Work Table
H 32.4 in W 82.3 in D 24.2 in
Industrial Cast Iron Table with a Bleached Oak Top
Located in Washington, DC
Industrial Cast iron Table with a Bleached Oak Top. The top is 2.25" thick
Category

Early 20th Century French Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron

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Cast Iron Workbench For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal cast iron workbench for your home. Frequently made of metal, iron and wood, every cast iron workbench was constructed with great care. Find 9 options for an antique or vintage cast iron workbench now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a cast iron workbench — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each cast iron workbench bearing Industrial hallmarks is very popular.

How Much is a Cast Iron Workbench?

The average selling price for a cast iron workbench at 1stDibs is $2,861, while they’re typically $1,200 on the low end and $5,800 for the highest priced.
Questions About Cast Iron Workbench
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The difference between iron and cast iron comes down to content. Iron is generally pure iron, a chemical element that is a solid metal at room temperature. Cast iron is a mix of iron, carbon, silicon, manganese, sulfur, phosphorus and other elements. Both iron and cast iron can be used to produce furniture, cookware, decorative objects and other items. Generally, cast iron is heavier than iron. Shop an assortment of iron and cast iron pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The name of the person who invented cast iron is unknown. However, anthropologists and archaeologists have determined that the ancient Chinese were the first to develop it. The earliest known examples of cast iron date back to the 6th century B.C. Cast iron production didn't begin in Europe until the 14th century A.D. Shop a collection of cast iron furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Cast iron columns are vertical supports produced out of cast iron, a material made from iron and alloys with a carbon content of more than two percent. During the 19th century, cast iron columns were used in architecture. Today, they primarily function as decorative objects. Shop a range of cast iron columns on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Whether cast iron columns are hollow depends on the piece. Most cast iron columns are hollow due to the manner of crafting, but some are solid. On 1stDibs, find a selection of columns.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Yes, you can generally use cast iron as a planter because the material is durable and sturdy. However, you may need to drill drainage holes in a cast iron piece that wasn't intended to function as a planter to allow excess water to exit the vessel. On 1stDibs, find a selection of cast iron planters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    To keep a piece made of cast iron from rusting, place it in a cool, dry space with good air circulation.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How to hang a cast iron bell depends on the style. Some cast iron bells have loops at the top that you can hang from a hook anchored onto your desired mounting surface. Others have brackets or frames that you can secure with mounting screws. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron bells.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Cast iron trivets are used for many things but are especially ideal for slow cooking meat. They can prop up food in Dutch ovens to prevent burning and increase heat distribution.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Cast iron is stronger than steel.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cast iron doorstops originated in the late 18th century. Osbourn Dursey invented the first doorstop in 1878. Decorative cast iron stops became popular in the 1920s and remained so throughout World War II. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique cast iron doorstops.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, cast iron tables can rust. Pieces are more likely to develop rust when exposed to humidity, such as in bathrooms or outdoor living spaces in coastal areas. Wiping surfaces clean regularly and touching up scratches and chips can reduce the risk of rust. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Yes, cast iron firebacks are quite sturdy and work really well. As they are made of solid iron, it's a challenge to move and place them. Given that, cast iron firebacks are the best protection for the back wall of the fireplace. Find a variety of firebacks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A cast iron fireplace insert is a firebox that fits into an existing fireplace surround. The insert is made of cast iron, a type of iron that is more than 2 percent carbon. Cast iron is highly durable and very resistant to the effects of heat. You'll find a selection of cast iron fireplace inserts on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Cast iron is often used for benches because of its characteristics. Its strength makes it well-suited to support the weight of two or more adults, and its hardness allows it to resist damage due to weather exposure. Shop a range of cast iron benches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cast iron is frequently used for fireplaces due to its properties. The metal is highly durable, allowing it to hold up to the effects of frequent use. It also readily conducts heat to help warm up interiors. You'll find a variety of cast iron fireplaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cast iron beds were made starting in the 1850s. These types of beds were handmade until World War I through the use of molds.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Unlike cast iron, wrought iron is not brittle and will bend rather than break. Wrought ironwork is produced with a hammer and anvil and tends to be more intricate than cast ironwork, which is characterized by repetitive designs that can be carved into a wooden pattern and cast. 

  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    To tell if a cast iron doorstop is valuable, always look for original paint. Any that have been repainted or repaired will have diminished in value. You can also use online resources to try and research items, but the best way to find out if a cast iron doorstop is worth anything is to consult a certified appraiser. An experienced professional can evaluate the condition, determine the maker and research the piece to assign an approximate value. On 1stDibs, find a range of doorstops.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, cast iron umbrella stands and anything made of cast iron can rust. Keeping your cast iron umbrella stand away from moisture and humidity is the best way to keep it from rusting. However, because it is designed to hold wet umbrellas that may be impractical. Some people like to paint cast iron to protect it from rusting. You’ll find a variety of cast iron and other umbrella stands from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.