I have a 16 year old Ulmia brand workbench, European Beech, and the top hasn't been smoothed or flattened for about 6 years. I have a nice assortment of hand planes, but not certain what is the best procedure to obtain a smooth and flat top. Smoothing plane, Jack, Jointer first or last? I presume a high angle frog is best for Beech. My last attempt got it flat but with considerable tear-out. Any advice is greatly appreciated.