This step by step diy woodworking project is about outdoor bench seat plans. If you want to build a nice outdoor bench seat from basic materials and using common tools, this project is a good candidate. You can adjust the size of the bench to suit your needs. Make sure you check the rest of plans to see alternatives and more projects for your garden.
Work with attention and don’t forget that a good planning will save you from many issues and it will keep the costs withing the total budget. Invest in high quality materials, such as pine, redwood or cedar. Drill pocket holes before inserting the galvanized screws, to prevent the wood from splitting. Add waterproof glue to the joints, in order to enhance the rigidity of the structure. See all my Premium Plans HERE.
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Outdoor Bench Seat Plans
Building an outdoor bench seat
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- A – 4 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 17 1/2″ long LEGS
- B – 2 pieces of 1×3 lumber – 13 3/4″ long, 2 pieces – 8 1/2″ long BRACES
- C – 1 piece of 2×12 lumber – 60″ long SEAT
- D – 1 piece of 2×4 lumber – 49″ long STRETCHER
- 2 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 8′
- 1 piece of 2×12 lumber – 8′
- 1 piece of 1×3 lumber – 8′
- 2 1/2″ screws
- 1 1/4″ screws
- wood putty, wood stain
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Hammer, Tape measure, Framing square, Level
Miter saw, Drill machinery, Screwdriver, Sander
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Building a garden bench seat
Building the legs
The first step of the project is to build the legs for the bench. Cut both ends of the 2×4 slats at 75 degrees. Smooth the cut edges with sandpaper.
Fitting the braces
Use 1×3 slats for the braces. Cut both ends of the braces at 75 degrees. Lay the legs on a level surface and then attach the braces. Align the components at both ends. Drill pilot holes through the
Fitting the seat
Fit the sides of the bench to the 2×12 seat. Drill pilot holes and insert 2 1/2″ screws into the seat.
Fitting the stretcher
Use 2×4 lumber for the stretcher. Drill pilot holes through the bottom braces and insert 2 1/2″ screws into the stretcher. Make sure the corners are square for a professional result.
Outdoor bench seat plans
Fill the holes with wood putty and let them dry out for a few hours. Smooth the surface with 100-220 grit sandpaper and remove the residues with a damp cloth.
Top Tip: Apply a few coats of paint or stain to the components, to enhance the look of the project.
This woodworking project was about outdoor bench seat plans. If you want to see more outdoor plans, check out the rest of our step by step projects and follow the instructions to obtain a professional result.
Thanks a lot for so many plans that are simple for a DIY person and are so wel explained with photos and all the necessary tools and materials
For more secure work will it be possible to use bolts-carriage – and give the project strength noting that the cost will go up a little.
Again THANKS for the plans
Will make use of these plans this summer
Yes, you can use carriage bolts, but they are not necessarily. Let me know how the project goes.