Filling pitting in large plate?

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I have a large 0.625" plate I purchased to use as a workbench/welding table top.  After clean up, it's obvious there's more/deeper pitting than first apparent.  The stuff on the bottom isn't a big deal, but I'd like to clean up the top.  Any reason not to fill the pits with welding rod, then smooth with a flap disk?Thanks.
Reply:Except for a lot of work, I don't see why not.Do be careful as heating on one side may warp the top.Regards,RobGreat Basin WeldingInstagramBlue weldersRed weldersMy luscious Table DIY TIG Torch cooler
Reply:Originally Posted by Robert HallDo be careful as heating on one side may warp the top.
Reply:Originally Posted by AmericanWelderI have a large 0.625" plate I purchased to use as a workbench/welding table top.  After clean up, it's obvious there's more/deeper pitting than first apparent.  The stuff on the bottom isn't a big deal, but I'd like to clean up the top.  Any reason not to fill the pits with welding rod, then smooth with a flap disk?Thanks.
Reply:Unless you're going to machine the surface completely flat after welding, I agree to just leave the pitting.
Reply:Originally Posted by MinnesotaDaveIf it's already straight leave it be. Straight/flat is the important part of a welding table.Filling pits is more of an OCD type thing.  You'll get more of them as you tack parts to the table and cut them off.