Entry Way Bench

By Smashing DIY
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Build a simple, fun entry way bench for only $30 in lumber! A great and inexpensive way to update your entryway space.

Difficulty easy

Tools

Kreg Tools

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    Sander

Materials

Wood Products

  • 2 Board , 1x6 , 96"
  • 1 Board , 1x4 , 72"
  • 2 Board , 2x4 , 96"

Hardware & Supplies

  • 1 2 1/2 Pocket Screws
  • 1 2" Screws
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Cut List & Parts

  • 2 2x4 , 3'
  • 2 2x4 , 17 5/8"
  • 4 2x4 , 12 3/8"
  • 2 1x4 , 16 1/4"
  • 1 1x4 , 26 5/8"
  • 6 1x6 , 28"
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Directions

  • Assemble Leg 1

    Use 1 ½ pocket holes underneath 2x4 (12 3/8) to
    join together 2x4 legs.

    Use 2 ½ pocket screws.

    Step 1

  • Assemble Leg 2

    Repeat step 1 to make the second leg

    Step 2

  • Add Bottom Braces

    Add bottom braces to legs with 1 ½ pocket holes under 2x4 (white) using 2 ½ pocket screws

    Step 3

  • Add Bottom Seating

    Add 1x6 to legs using 2” screws. 1x6 should hang off the edge of the legs by a ½ inch. 1x6 should be flush with back.

    Step 4

  • Add Additional Seating

    Add the additional 1x6’s using 2”screws and leave 1/8 of space in between each piece.

    Step 5

  • Add Back Seating

    Add 1x6’s to the back using 2”screws leaving 7/8 of space in between.

    Step 6

  • Add Side Under Seating

    Add 1x4’s on the sides of the bench with 2” screws into the 2x4 legs.

    Step 7

  • Add Front Under Seating

    Add the front 1x4 under the seat using 2” screws into the
    2x4 legs.

    Step 8

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    Step 9