RE: Workbench layout
I have two main benches, both are about 5' x 2'. Both are covered with ceiling tile with sheet cork topping that. One has open spaces of about 3' on each end so things can hang off. Both are backed up against a wall. I have a separate table about 2' x 18" for my power tools: drill press, Dremel sander, band saw, etc. Obviously all can't fit on the table at once, so I swap out whatever I'm using at the moment. All tables have a power strip attached to the front vertical edge.