How to build your own welding table for about $50...(from Lincoln Electric)

A great little resource is available over at Lincoln Electric...how to build your own Welding Table.

A steel welding table is a basic necessity for any welder's workspace, since welding on a wooden surface can present a very real fire hazard. In addition, with a steel table, the welder's work clamp can be attached to it, and parts placed on the table will be electrically connected with the table's surface. This provides the advantage of keeping the work clamp and its cable out of your way while welding. Finally, building your own welding table with allow you to stand upright and place smaller projects at the right height for welding.

Following are instructions for building your own metal welding table. All of the items, with the exception of the metal plates needed for the shelves, can be found readily available at your local home improvement store. The steel plates can be purchased from a local steel supplier easily found in your local yellow pages. Expect to complete this project in less than four hours. The estimated cost for the materials to build this welding table is $50.

Lincoln gives you a lot of information on how to do this welding table project. They have photos, extensive information, and even plans in PDF format. You should check it out; it sounds like a fun project.