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The Workbench is the first and most important crafting station in Valheim. It enables basic tool creation, early armor and weapons, building placement, and item repairs. Nearly all early progression depends on placing and upgrading a Workbench.

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<p>The Workbench is the first and most important crafting station in Valheim. It enables basic tool creation, early armor and weapons, building placement, and item repairs. Nearly all early progression depends on placing and upgrading a Workbench.</p>
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[[Getting Started]] • [[Crafting]] • [[Weapons]] • [[Armor]] • [[Building]] • [[Biomes of Valheim|Biomes]]
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== 📍 Overview ==
{| class="wikitable"
! Unlock Biome
| [[Meadows]]
|-
! Crafting Station Type
| Core Progression
|-
! Can Be Upgraded?
| Yes (Level 5 max)
|-
! Requires Shelter?
| Yes
|}

The Workbench must be placed under a roof and within enclosed walls to function properly.

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== 🔨 Crafting the Workbench ==

{| class="wikitable"
! Material
! Amount
|-
| Wood
| 10
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Crafted directly from the build menu using the [[Hammer]].

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== 🛠 What the Workbench Does ==

* Crafts early-game tools and weapons
* Crafts early armor sets
* Repairs tools and equipment for free
* Enables placement of most building pieces
* Defines build radius for structures

Without a Workbench nearby, most building pieces cannot be placed.

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== ⬆ Workbench Upgrades ==

Each upgrade increases the Workbench level, allowing higher item quality upgrades.

{| class="wikitable sortable"
! Upgrade Piece
! Materials Required
! Effect
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| [[Chopping Block]]
| Wood 10, Flint 10
| +1 Workbench Level
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| [[Tanning Rack]]
| Wood 10, Flint 15, Deer hide 20
| +1 Workbench Level
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| [[Adze]]
| Fine wood 10, Bronze 3
| +1 Workbench Level
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| [[Tool Shelf]]
| Fine wood 4, Obsidian 4, Iron 2
| +1 Workbench Level
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Maximum level allows full upgrades for most early and mid-tier equipment.

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== 🏠 Shelter Requirements ==

To function, the Workbench must:

* Be covered by a roof tile
* Have at least partial surrounding walls
* Not be exposed to rain

If improperly sheltered, it will display the message: “Workbench needs a roof”.

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== 🧱 Building Radius ==

The Workbench creates a circular build radius. Inside this area you can:

* Place walls, floors, roofing
* Repair structures
* Place crafting stations and furniture

Multiple Workbenches can be placed to expand build coverage.

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== 🛡 Defensive Use ==

Workbenches prevent enemy spawns within their radius in many cases. Players often place them around bases to reduce raid spawns.

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== 🛠 Strategy Tips ==

* Place temporary Workbenches while exploring to repair tools.
* Keep one near docks for boat repairs.
* Upgrade early to maximize armor and weapon durability.
* Use enclosed 2x2 huts for quick portable shelter builds.

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== 🔗 Related Pages ==
* [[Crafting]]
* [[Building]]
* [[Weapons]]
* [[Armor]]
* [[Hammer]]
* [[Biomes of Valheim|Biomes]]

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