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A darling bench perfect for a garden, fire pit, or sitting on a patio or porch. This bench is made from 2x4 framing studs, and is very sturdy. It is fit for 2 or 3 people.

Difficulty moderate

Tools

Kreg Tools

Other Tools

  • Miter Saw
    Miter Saw
  • Tape Measure
    Tape Measure
  • Drill (cordless)
    Drill (cordless)
  • Impact Driver
    Impact Driver
  • Sander
    Sander

Materials

Wood Products

  • 16 Board , 2x4 , 96"
  • 1 Board , 4x4 , 96"

Hardware & Supplies

  • 25 2 1/2" Pocket Hole Screws
  • 25 2 1/2" Self Tapping Deck Screws
  • 6 5/16" x 4" Lag Screws

Cut List & Parts

  • 2 Backrest Supports , 16"x2"x4" (one side cut at 15 degrees- measure on long side of angle)
  • 2 Backrest Frame , 19"x2"x4" (one side cut at 15 degrees- measure on long side of angle)
  • 2 Backrest Frame , 56"x2"x4"
  • 6 Seat Planks & Seat Frame , 59"x2"x4"
  • 8 Seat Planks , 66"x2"x4"
  • 2 Arm Rests , 27 1/2"x2"x4"
  • 2 Seat Frame , 19"x2"x4"
  • 3 Seat Frame , 23"x2"x4"
  • 4 Corner Posts , 23 1/2"x4"x4"

Directions

  • Build Bench Seat Frame

    Drill 1 1/2'' pocket holes and attach 2x4's to 4x4 posts using 2 1/2'' pocket hole screws.

  • Add Planks to the Seat

    Using deck screws, attach the seat planks to the frame. Start with the front and back planks (59"), then work inward (66"), leaving 1/4" space between each board.

  • Build Bench Back Frame

    Cut your 2x4's (19" & 16") at 15 degrees (measuring on the long side of the angle). Drill 1 1/2'' pocket holes and attach with 2 1/2'' pocket hole screws to build a frame for the back rest.

  • Add Planks to the Backrest

    Using deck screws, attach the backrest planks to the frame. Start with the bottom and top planks (59" and 66"), then work inward, leaving 1/4" space between each board.

  • Attach Backrest to the Seat

    Using lag bolts, attach the backrest to the bench seat. Screw the bottom 2x4 of the frame to the bench seat.

  • Finish Bench

    Fill holes, sand, and paint or stain the bench. Finishing off with polyurethane.

  • Secure Backrest

    Using 4 inch lag screws, attach the backrest to the bench seat. Lag screws should be spaced about 10 inches apart. Screw the bottom 2x4 of the frame to the bench seat.

  • Build Seat Frame

    Build the seat frame using pocket hole screws.