The design is an arbor with a bench under it.
Classic garden bench plans.
Home magazine back issues august september 2008 plans projects back issues.
For best results and the longest life for your bench you should recoat it every year.
There are many woods to choose from and because i wanted a bench that would last for years i decided to use a hardwood.
The assembled piece fits perfectly in the corner of a patio.
This classic english style garden bench is a great introduction to basic mortise and tenon construction and a comfortable addition to any deck or garden.
Required tools for this project.
The bench is 5 long and stands just over 1 5 off the ground.
Stringers and seat slats also continue the theme as they are constructed out of 1 1 2 thick material.
Another free bench plan can be had at diy garden plans.
There are also detailed plans to help you along with the build.
Now you can sit back relax and enjoy the view.
It requires a single 8 long 2x12 one 8 long 2x4 and three 1 2 deck screws.
As you can see in the image this bench isn t made up of anything too complex so it should be a perfect project for a beginner.
I can t thank you enough for the great bench plan dan says.
This could be a gorgeous sitting area to be enjoyed for years to come.
Dan multiplied the bench plans by two and constructed a corner table that connects the matching benches.