Build This Wooden Garden Bench

March 16, 2012 6:30 AM Text Size: A . A . A Few things refresh the human spirit so thoroughly as simply sitting outside on a beautiful day. It's even more satisfying if you sit with somebody, and if the seat is something you've built, well, so much the better. We'd like to help by suggesting your next project?this garden bench. Start with seven pieces of lumber and a handful of hardware. Spend a couple of free afternoons cutting and boring. When you're done, you'll have fine seating for one or two?in fact, three kids could even rest comfortably on it. It's built to last, with a slatted top made from 2 ? 4 lumber turned on edge, bolted to stout 4 ? 4 legs. We recommend using Western red cedar, which is naturally rot resistant. Build a bench now, and you'll be ready for that first warm day this year and for years to come.

Materials:

• 2 x 4 x 8 ft (5 pieces)
• 1 x 4 x 4 ft (1 piece)
• 4 x 4 x 8 ft (1 piece)
• 3/8-in.-dia x 36-in. threaded rod (2)
• 3/8-in. hex nuts and washers (4 of each). Note: Outside diameter is 9/16 in.
• 1-in.-dia. woodern dowel (1)
• 1 5/8-in. decking screws (1 box)
• Polyurethane glue
• 1 1/2-in. (4d) galvanized finishing nails (1 box)

Source: http://www.popularmechanics.com/home/how-to-plans/woodworking/build-this-wooden-garden-bench?src=rss

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