How to Build a Gym BENCH - DIY DUDES 

never thought i'd be able to sit through an entire 18 minute video of watching a guy build a gym bench...but buff dad made it very enjoyable. if you're reading this, keep up the good work and the effort you put into making these videos is much appreciated.

I constructed a bench following his advice. The bench is perfect for home Workouts during the quarantine. I weigh 211lb and used two 55lb dumbells and it feels safer than some benches in the Gym. Stay healthy guys don't let Corona get to you!!!

Sweet binch, I love that binch.. Especially with the 4 buh 4's.

Your dad needs his own tv show lol. Idk why but I like seeing things being built

Forget the money, it truly is something to make the equipment yourself, and then use it for working out...... nice bench.

Whos here after all gyms closed ?

Just made this, feels really solid - I'm 6'4 and 240 lbs.

Definitely excited for the dip station and arm blaster! It'd be cool if DIY Duke could make an ab roller, a roman chair/GHR, or a T-bar attachment to the power rack where you can add the barbell. Really anything in general. Loving his series!

"build a bitch"

This is the first video of yours that I've watched and as an avid do it yourselfer and hobbiest woodworker i have to say im very impressed, thank you for such an informative video and I'd like the folks at buff dudes to know that im excited to base my design on your own.

Stumbled across this by accident today, totally forgot this was the video we watched to build our gym bench a few years ago! Easy video to follow and this totally works. We’ve had it for 3 years now and it’s still solid - glad I came across this again, I’d recommend this video to anyone looking to build a bench. We happened to have a pad lying around that was the right size and we fastened that to the top as well.

What about building a simple cable system for some cable exercises to complete the home gym ;)

I got inspired to build a bench like this back when this video came out. Years later, I'm still using the bench and it's still sturdy and even comfortable to use. Feels good to know I made it myself, too. Thanks Buff Dad!!

How about an adjustable Flat/Incline/Decline bench???

Greetings from Northern Ireland. I'm building this. A project during Covid lockdown. Buying stuff is presently virtually impossible. Thanks buddy for the design.

man you rock, this DIY videos inspired me to do my own home gym, the tricky part will be to actualy buy weights plates, maybe there is a workaround, any ideas??? they are expensive as hell.. :(

After watching this video about 3 weeks ago I decided to build the Buff Dudes bench! The thing is AWESOME! I would definitely recommend this DIY project. The bench is super sturdy and doesn't flex at all. That was really my primary concern after first watching the video. Thanks for the video Dudes, looking forward to more in this series.

I got it!!!! This is the Parts list for the bench. Thanks for the DIY Video Buff Duke TOOLS Power Drill Straight Edge scissors Razor Knife Staple Gun Frame 4 4x4 12" length 1 4x4 37" length 3/4" plywood 12" wide 50" long 12 Simson Strong ties 3/4" wood screw 1 box 2" wood screws Padding Scrap memory foam 54" long 13 1/2 wide Vinyl (Marine Vinyl Preferred) 2 yard is enough Cut to 2 wide x 5 length'(feet) NEW FAN, HOPE THIS HELPS

Just built this! Very good directions! Thank you! Here's what I spent: $12 for the 4x4, $15 for the brackets, $8 for the vinyl, $20 for the foam = $55 I had the plywood and screws laying around. I went with 1" foam due to the cost (probably could have found it cheaper, but it was convenient). It's awesome, should work well! Thanks!

Update6 months and I'm still loving this bench. ru-vid.comUgkxo_64lVTGMk7y4aXTPxPOcQ3YTLyQ6kYV I use it almost daily. I've gotten used to the small wobble and it's no problem at all. Love the storage, it folds right next to my weight set in the garage and hardly takes any space. I wish the covering material was a little bit tougher. I have a feeling that in a couple years it'll tear, but the bench is very well priced that I would just buy a new one.3 month usage review. Awesome bench for someone looking for compactness and storage. I did have to drill a couple holes to adjust my preferred seating position and leg bar position but that's only due to my personal preference. It's very sturdy for normal workouts, but for anyone going above 100# dumbbell press it wobbles ever so slightly. I would probably go with a fixed bench if that's the case. That being said i can accomplish 99% of my normal gym workout with this setup. Very happy with the purchase.

watching those screws go in is so satisfying

I built this and started pressing a two 40 pound dumbells four years ago. Instead of finishing all black and cushy , I draped a towel over and stored the weights under the bench. the bench press has been a staple in my routine ever since. thanks for this video. Cheers.

I watched this even though I own a bench. No regrets.

Buff Dad rocks!

Nice work. The footprint of the bottom posts seem a bit narrow. Most posts extend out at to give a wider footprint to be more stable.

Buff Dad looks like Heisenberg from Breaking Bad!

Duke, you hurt that bench's feelings when you were kicking it around. It just wants to love you!

He scared me when he started bending those Simpson Strong Ties, I was like "Welp, I'm not gonna be able to do this project without blowing my back."

At the start I thought he said, ".....But now we need a bitch!"

Doesn't have to be quite 50$ if you have a habitat for humanity in your area they sometimes have Re-stores that sell old lumber for next to nothing

That's totally awesome! I need to build this. Thanks for the video

For some reason I really enjoyed watching the process, from beginning to end, and I'm a guy who gets easily distracted!

I think it might be a nice idea to glue the foam onto the wood, otherwise it might move around a little.

If your looking for cheap ways to build a bench. Get a pallet from the dump for the 4x4. You can also get plywood there most of the time. Thats how I build a home gym with my dad when I was younger living out on his farm. He had the tools and we got most things from the dump. Not the coolest thing to admit but free is free.

the base (feet) should be wider than the bench to avoid tipping, just saying.

I can't wait to make my binch out of 4 befores!

im not gonna build one.. im just here to watch and it's damn fun and interesting to watch this DIY video

can u make an adjustable bench for incline and decline bench presses?

I just so happen to have most of these stuffs lying around in my garage :)

nice work

I'm not really into DIY videos, but Duke really made this interesting!

Just so yall know there are strong ties that are made to a 90 degree angle already and are much more resistant to bending because of the way it is made

Nice job but, to put it on a test, why didnt you try the 405 bench?

Cool video, I sorta love the incline bench, can DIY Duke do a incline add-on for the bench?

Just wanting you to know: I'm selling my bench and squat stands to build this and the power rack. You rock Duke!

adjustable bench please, for incline and decline. Also a cable machine thing.

10:02 (Russian accent) Safety is number one priority..

I freakin love this guy. I extremely love DIY stuff and the fact that he makes these kind of DIY's so manly, I can better persuade the bf to join in with me! >:D

you kinda remind me Walter White

Yeah, "Stupid benches."

Look Like "Walter Wite" from braking bad lol ....

I keep hearing bitch instead of bench

Is Duke their father? Brother? Uncle? He talks and looks like them... great bench btw.

Hey was that you (blonde buff dude) in the Japanese mario kart/ mercedes benz commercial??

0:27 I thot he said “we need a b***”

Jeez, Buff Dad. Did that bench owe you money or something?

121 assholes!! Good vid buff dad

Just made this with my wife and kids. It was great fun and the bench works perfectly💪😃. Thanks for the video from Denmark

These are some of my favorite DIY videos ever. Buff Dude Dad rocks.

Oh man got an early bronco, an fj40, and a jeep! Duke is living it up.

Love this guy, quality instructions and makes me literally LOL every time. He says "Stupid benches" **kicks bench** I wasn't expecting that. Thanks Buff Dad

After 5 years, Buff Dad's work is still great! Props & greetings from Germany!

I have a background in wooden boatbuilding. After watching a couple of these videos, I'm looking into making some of this stuff myself. Loving the work!

Thanks so much. My husband was thrilled with the bench I made him. Great video!!

I Made my own bench following de buff dude guide, please upload more videos it turned out freaking amazing, now i'm getting buff gains !

Buff dad rocks! I built my own first bench as well, but I did have joinery training. Built it out of scrap wood I had lying around and covered it with a pice of scrap carpet. Got some friction burns off it, but hey, no pain no gain😆

I know a lot of people said this all ready but a decline video would be amazing!! I'm currently brain storming on for myself. DYI Duke your an inspiration!

Thanks for the great idea. I made mine and it turned out great. I even added cables (front, 2 low 2high inside, lat pull down). Works awesome. Couldn't of done it with out you guys.

Made one yesterday and went 18" 4x4 at the head (had a 18" piece already so why not?). I added a 10" 2x2 under each end to give a little more support for step ups. I didn't cover it yet but a couple towels on there and it's good to go. It's the most sturdy bench I've ever used, Rogue level sturdy. I already had the tools and scrap wood, the screws and strong ties were about $18 at home depot. Thanks for this video! Much more practical and rugged than other DIYs I've seen.

This was very interesting. Simple , no nonsense approach with an easy to follow set of instructions. Awesome video.

The part where BUFF DAD kicked around the bench was hilarious! Will probably give this a go but unable to decide due to an active membership but keep the videos coming!

Buff dudes dad is awesome!

Incredible! You definitely add a unique flavor to the channel. It's cool to see a family working together to achieve goals. Appreciate all the hard work.

I built this just last week and made a modification for a permanent preacher curl attachment on the end. It has worked out great for me so far and I will be working on some of the other builds in the near future.

Great video. I just built one following your instructions and my boys said it looks and feels like a professional bench!

Wow, I built one with help from my dad a week ago, and it looks really similar to yours. Except it has a 2x4 going from one of the legs to the other on the bottom, and we used 4x4 brackets to keep the 4x4s in place. I also decided to go with 1in plywood and it holds pretty sturdy. I decided to also go with 4 layers of cotton batting, because some of the foam from hobby lobby was a bit expensive since I was trying to stay on budget lol.

Thank you for this. I live abroad, and all exercise equipment is marked up 200-300%. Now I can have a gym bench. Thanks again.

I've now built 2 benches. Absolutely love them! Didn't pad them and feel just fine. Also do well on step ups

Or even just a fixed incline bench would be great and I could build both if it keeps the building process simpler. With all the gyms closed this is prime time for some more DIY videos!

just now watching this video in 2019, stealing this and the weight rack designs. thank you for a great DIY video that is standing the test of time!

Those Simpson Strong ties are almost $2.00 each here in Canada. It was cheaper to glue and screw it with 6 in screws for uprights and feet. And a small 2 X 4 for the main beam and uprights for bracing and support. But you guys gave me great ideas .This senior does it for the extra income. The fabric was the killer for me. Had to buy a membership to get the discount. If I make a dozen benches, it'll pay for itself. Wife's happy, keeps me out of the house and into the Garage. 2 Thumbs up. ***

Wow!! Super cool!! After watching this im definitely gonna build my own stuff! I used to have store bought but after a few years in the elements outside they are rusted junk! Totally gonna do this! Great video! Thanks!!

First video I watch from Buff Dudes. This guy gets what its all about. Lol.

Buff Man, you are seriously AWESOME sir!!! Time to buy all them supplies at HomeDepot. I been wanting to learn how to build me a bench & you sir. Had helped me. A LOT!!! Thank you.

Hey Buff Dudes! I just built my own bench using your design and it is pretty stable I just need to paint mine and apply the foam and fabric. Thanks guys.

Lol ... "Four Buh' Fours"? Here in Canada we use "Fer 'Be 'Fers". This build is amazing. Honestly would never have thought of using wood for a Power Rack/Bench setup. I was about to spend $2500 on a used setup + weights. I am a contractor, these materials will cost me virtually nothing. Glad I found this video. Appreciated, thanks.

I made this same bench the same week this video came out. Very long lasting bench and sturdy.

The bench was so neatly done... Very impressive

I usually do these things myself, my dad's a carpenter, I learnt from him, I just came here in case there were some more tips And dayum, that's entertaining to watch and very well explained Good job, keep it up ♥️👊

I just finished building my bench. Thank you for the blueprint.

Made this bench today. I used a 12”x48” for the top instead of 12”x50” and it’s totally fine. Home Depot has precut 12”x48” pieces already. Instead of vinyl from a different store, I used a painters cloth with polyester on the bottom. I have the bottom side facing up to make it water resistant. Again, this worked totally fine for me. This easily could be the most sturdy bench I’ve ever used and the most comfortable bench I’ve ever used. Used 3” cushioning at Home Depot.

Awesome , going to build one with my son but I might make the base a little bigger than 12” , thanks for the ideas and how to’s keep em coming thanks again

Hudson and Brandon must have had the best childhood ever. So lucky, Buff dad is the best.

cant wait to try it myself. I enjoy doing little projects.

I started the power rack and it will be followed by the bench. But I want to see a video on those two trucks you have on the background. They looks awesome.

Great instruction. Followed it to a t. Well, except the throwing around and kicking it. Didn’t have the heart to go through that part of the testing and quality assurance process. 😊 But it’s a sturdy bench. Already it is proving mighty useful in all kind of exercises. An excellent addition to my home gym. And a good looking one too!!! Thanks BUFF Dad. You are the Duke of DIY!!!

Duke has instilled an interest in carpentry and welding, my shop teacher never could.

You are so awesome! Love watching you DIYDUKE. That should be a hashtag for all the buff dudes and dudets who make your equipment! What I'd love to see is you tackle the Jacob Ladder! It's like a treadmill sort of thing but instead of running you use both hands and feet and continuously climb! It'd be so cool!

this guy have serious potential, he is like the bob Ross of DIY, very comfortable to watch -- I hope he gets on TV

Just made the bench with my two boys. Didn't go into padding or fabric or painting yet though. Figured I would leave it bare wood and see how I feel about it. It will live in the garage and be a seating bench as well as a workout bench. Very simple instructions. Worked out well.