In this video I walk you through how to build a garden bench for under $50. Step by step. Video includes a shopping list and cut list so you can build it right along with me! Enjoy www.outdoorbeards.com
as an 18 year old girl who has never made a bench before, this video was very helpful thank you i'm planning to build my dad one and i learnt a lot, thank you
This was a great video and a great garden bench. I just built this for my NC back yard for $30. You are a great teacher and I appreciate your time and sharing the plans!
First time actually trying to build something more complex and it turned out fantastic! Didn’t even have a circular saw so the cuts could be better but this is THE BEST tutorial. Def could have used screw size and tips on pocket holes bc that part was tough
That’s inspiring sir. Life long learning and trying new things regardless of age. I hope woodworking gives you the same joy I get out of it. Happy holidays!
By any chance do you have step by step plans written down as a PDF or something of the sort? The video was great and very clear but easier to follow when actually building off of plans for me 😂
I looked into making them and it’s just not something in my wheelhouse of skills. The app I used is great but doesn’t generate plans like you’re talking about. Sorry sir
Type of wood is really personal preference and would depend on the kind of furniture you are making. Screw length would depend on the wood. The finish you put on the wood is what matters. Use a water proofing stain like I did here and the furniture will last for years and years.
Great video! Im building one now for my father. A couple questions, if i did pocket holes on the back of the armrest would that be stronger than screwing it from the back into the endgrain? Should i fill the screw holes on the seat portion to prevent water sitting in? Thanks!
Hey sorry I missed this. I’m normally much better about responding fast. Regarding pocket holes on the back of the armrest. Yes it would be stronger, however, I don’t think there is enough space to get the drill in at the proper angle to install the pocket screws. Which is why I went through the back. That joint is not going to be holding a bunch of weight so I don’t think strength is a big consideration. For the screw holes, as long as you don’t bury the screw head this should not be a problem. But if you bury the screw too deep you are opening up wood fibers to the elements.
@@OutdoorBeards thank you for the info. Im going to try to build this exact bench. It’s my first time building something. Any advice for a first time builder?
@amart63 what a great question. I have some good ones from different mentors I’ve had over the years. Enjoy the process. It’s one of those “the journey is more important than the destination” things. The process of building is where the joy comes from. Normally when I finish something I am proud and a little sad at the same time. Mistakes are a good thing, see them as such. They teach you more than success. We work with things that are dangerous, I have a 3/4 thumb as evidence, respect your tools but don’t fear them. Fear makes you tense up and is the worst thing to be when using power tools. Don’t compare your work to others, compare it to your previous works. I think that’s the best one for a new builder. People will be amazed at your finished project while you will know every flaw. Have fun and let me know how it turns out!
@@OutdoorBeards that is great advice. I took a screen shot of it so I can look at it and reference during the process. Thank you for your time once I’m done I’ll reach out to you see if I can send you some pics. Thank you again you really helped. Also you said that when your done your proud but sad that it’s complete, that is the same feeling I get when I’m done building a lego set or when I assembled all the furniture in my house. I’m sure this is going to bring lots of excitement into my life and I will try to enjoy the process. Thank you again sir
