Wood Outdoor Bench With Storage

Wood outdoor benches with storage are a great way to add extra seating and storage space to your backyard or patio. They're perfect for small spaces, as they can be used as both a bench and a storage unit. Plus, they're easy to build and can be customized to fit your needs.

Materials You'll Need:

2x6 boards (for the seat and back)
2x4 boards (for the legs and arms)
1x6 boards (for the sides and back)
Plywood (for the seat bottom)
Wood screws
Wood glue
Stain or paint (optional)

Tools You'll Need:

Circular saw
Miter saw
Drill
Countersink bit
Clamps
Sandpaper

Instructions:

1. Cut the pieces to size.

Start by cutting the pieces of wood to size. The following are the dimensions for a 6-foot long bench:

2x6 boards (for the seat and back): 6 feet long
2x4 boards (for the legs and arms): 18 inches long
1x6 boards (for the sides and back): 3 feet long
Plywood (for the seat bottom): 3 feet x 6 feet

2. Assemble the frame.

Next, assemble the frame of the bench. Start by attaching the 2x4 legs to the 2x6 seat and back boards. Then, attach the 1x6 side and back boards to the frame.

3. Install the seat.

Once the frame is assembled, install the seat. Place the plywood seat bottom on top of the frame and secure it with wood screws.

4. Add the back.

Next, add the back to the bench. Attach the 2x6 back board to the top of the frame with wood screws.

5. Add the arms.

Finally, add the arms to the bench. Attach the 2x4 arm boards to the sides of the frame with wood screws.

6. Stain or paint the bench (optional).

Once the bench is assembled, you can stain or paint it if desired. This will help to protect the wood and give it a finished look.

7. Enjoy your new bench!

Your new wood outdoor bench with storage is now complete! Enjoy using it for extra seating and storage in your backyard or patio.