We covered the plans to build the table here and now the benches! Yahoo… Materials listed are to build two benches, even better, right? Xx… Rayan
Showcase: Built From These PlansI am so honored each and every time one of you fine friends builds from these very plans! If you have built this piece, please take a moment and showcase your build! We are dying to see your fabulous hard work!
$50-$75
- Tape Measure
- Saw – Jig, Circular, or Miter
- Drill
- Countersink Bit for Drill
- Square
- Sander
- Kreg Jig
- 2 – 1×2 at 4’
- 2 – 2×2 at 6’
- 1 – 2×3 at 4’
- 2 – 2×4 at 8’
- 6 – 2×6 at 8’
- 2-1/2” pocket hole screws
- 1-1/4” screws
- 2-1/2” screws
- Wood filler
- Sandpaper
- Wood glue
- Finishing Supplies
- 8 – 2×6 at 16-7/16” – Legs
- 4 – 2×4 at 16-1/2” – Side Stretchers
- 4 – 2×3 at 11-1/2” – Side Stretchers
- 4 – 2×4 at 16-1/2” – Seat Ends
- 6 – 2×6 at 68” – Seat Planks
- 4 – 2×2 at 33-7/8” – Truss
- 2 – 1×2 at 36-3/4” – Stretcher
Before beginning to build, always check in on my site to make sure you have the most up to date set of plans, I occasionally update and change the plans to make the building process easier or to allow for less expensive purchasing of materials! Read through the entire set of instructions and all comments before beginning this project. If you print out or save plans, be sure to check in on my site to be sure you have the most up to date set of plans, as I occasionally update things for ease of building or buying. If you are new to building, read through the GETTING STARTED section and other articles found under the BUILD tab in the menu on my site, it has valuable information about how to get started, tools and techniques. If you are unfamiliar with the finishing process, visit my Finishing school for some tips and tricks for painting like a pro and for special finishing practices. Use glue to secure your joints and Consider Painting or Staining individual sections prior to assembling. This makes the paint application virtually flawless. Coat with a spray on Poly or Wipe on Poly to protect your finish and your piece and it will last for ages. Adhere to all safety standards and guidelines, and be sure you follow safety protocol throughout your build. If you are unsure about whether you are building safely, run a quick online search for the tool or technique you are using, or contact me via email or post to the forum before you move ahead. My contact info can be found in the menu of my site.
Cut the pieces for the legs. Cut the angles in the legs as shown using a jigsaw, miter saw, or circular saw. Note that the angles are NOT cut at 45 degrees. Set the Kreg jig for 1-1/2” material and drill pocket holes in the top edge of each leg. There will be two left legs and two right legs.
Cut the pieces for the side stretchers. Drill pocket holes in each end of the 2×3 stretcher. Assemble the sides as shown using glue and 2-1/2” pocket hole screws. The 2×3 stretchers will be perpendicular to the ground and will not follow the angle of the legs while the 2×4 stretcher will rest on top of the legs.
Cut the pieces for the seat and drill pocket holes as shown. Assemble using glue and 2-1/2” pocket hole screws. Position the seat as shown and secure using countersunk 2-1/2” screws through the upper side stretcher into the bottom of the seat.
Cut the pieces for the trusses. Cut the angles and the notches as shown. Position in the center of the lower stretcher and secure using toenailed 2-1/2” screws through the truss into the stretcher, as well as through the truss into the top on the underside.
Cut the piece for the stretcher. Center on the trusses and secure using glue and countersunk 1-1/4” screws.
Fill any Screw, Nail or Pocket Holes, Sand and Finish as Desired. For Finishing Tips and Tricks visit my Finishing School
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