DIY Outdoor Benches
July 19, 2017
Do you remember my Recycled Pallet Outdoor Dining Table I shared weekend before last? (Be sure to check it out if you missed it)!
...and colonial pine seats.
I love how it says "Idaho Forest" on the end of one of the seats!
I made these benches so they will tuck under the table out of the way when not in use... that's professional yo!! 😂
Well, I made the table but didn't have any chairs that would work with it because it turned out a little taller than I expected... a little mismeasurement faux-pau 😬 You know what I do when I mess up like that? I just go with it! So... benches were in order!!
2 - 8 ft. 4x4 posts
1 - 10 ft. 2x10 plank
16 - 5 in. long screws
Stain
I had them cut it all for me too. I have a nice saw and can cut it myself but if they are going to offer this service for free then why not take advantage of that am I right?!
For these benches, I followed the basic plan from Kleinworthco.com where I got the tutorial for the table. I made a few changes to make them work for my table.
The legs were each cut to 22 inches so when you add on the 2-inch plank they are now 24 inches tall... the perfect height for my table.
In between each 4x4 I put a scrap of 2x4 to help keep the legs from being wobbly and then I screwed them together from each side with the 5 inch long screws, two per side.
Then they will fit on the planks like so (this is upside down of course 😉)
Here is something to know about me... patience is NOT my strong point... but I was a good girl and decided to be patient and stain the pieces before I put them all together. I thought this would be easier in the long run.
I stained them to match the pallet table... black legs...
...and colonial pine seats.
The next day (yes... the next day... it almost killed me to wait that long!) I screwed the tops down to the legs and gave them two coats of clear poly.
I love how it says "Idaho Forest" on the end of one of the seats!
I made these benches so they will tuck under the table out of the way when not in use... that's professional yo!! 😂
You may have also noticed that I gave the sides of the pallet another coat of the black stain to darken them up a bit too.
I have another fun little upcycling project in the works that I'll be using on the table too...
It involves this little toy truck 😃 I can't wait to show you!
Posted by: Tania | Little Vintage Cottage
at July 19, 2017
Tag:
DIY & Crafts
Your table and benches look so cute--and professional. I like that you left the Idaho Forest on the end. Can't wait to see your project with the little truck. (I, too, suffer from LPS---Little Patience Syndrome.) Good job!!
ReplyDeleteOh I love this set. The Idaho Forest graphic is a nice touch.
ReplyDeleteThanks Debra! Isn't that graphic cool? I didn't even notice it until I was almost done or I might have turned it right side up!! lol!
ReplyDeleteTania
Thanks Vikki! That darn LPS!!
ReplyDeleteTania
Another winning project. And the little truck! I can't wait.
ReplyDeleteAmalia
xo
Whooo hooo. Looks great!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you!! :o)
ReplyDeleteTania
Thanks Amalia!
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Your benches turned out great Tania, and I love that they tuck under the table. So perfect! That truck is adorable. Can't wait to see what you do with it.
ReplyDeleteThanks Tuula!
ReplyDeleteTania
The benches turned out perfect! I love that they tuck in out of the way. Great job.
ReplyDeleteThanks JoElle!!
ReplyDeleteTania
Fabulous benches ! Thanks for sharing at Vintage Charm! xo Kathleen|Our Hopeful Home
ReplyDeleteA perfect pairing for the table, pinning this one too. Thanks for sharing your projects at #FridaysFurnitureFix Tania!
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