An Easy to Build Bench Using Regular Boards
This cool bench, inspired by a catalog retailer is one of the easiest and most inexpensive builds ever. The plans to build a Corbett bench use straight off the shelf boards and pocket hole screws. I seriously doesn’t get any easier!
This is a fabulous weekend plan that is suitable for all skill levels, and the bench can be finished for indoor or outdoor use.
Materials:
- 2-1/2″ pocket hole screws (<– affiliate link!)
- Wood glue
- Sandpaper (80, 120, 220 grits)
- Finishing supplies
Lumber:
- 1 – 2×2 at 4′
- 1 – 2×2 at 6′
- 1 – 2×4 at 6′
- 2- 2×6 at 6′
- 1 – 2×6 at 8′
Cut List:
- 2 – 2×6 at 72″ – Seat
- 1 – 2×2 at 72″ – Seat
- 1 – 2×4 at 61″ – Seat Stretcher
- 4 – 2×6 at 16-1/2″ – Leg Assemblies
- 2 – 2×2 at 13″ – Leg Assemblies
Notes About the Project:
- The boards can be glued and clamped without pocket holes, if desired
- Sand all pieces prior to assembly
- If using the bench outdoors, use treated wood or the recommended number of coats of spar urethane (check the can label!)
- The seat of the bench can be made wider by swapping out the 2×2 for a 2×4, etc.
Step One
Cut the pieces for the seat. With the pocket hole jig set for 1-1/2″ material, drill pocket holes along one edge of each 2×6 piece. Assemble the seat as shown in the drawing using glue and 2-1/2″ pocket hole screws.
Step Two
Cut the piece for the seat stretcher and drill pocket holes along one long edge. Secure the stretcher to the underside of the seat (along the 2×2) using glue and 2-1/2″ pocket hole screws.
Step Three
Cut the pieces for the leg assembly and drill pocket holes in the 2×6 pieces as shown. Assemble the legs as shown using glue and 2-1/2″ pocket hole screws.
Step Four
Position the legs under the seat with the stretcher fitting into the gap on the legs over the 2×2 and between the 2x6s. Secure the legs to the seat using glue and 2-1/2″ pocket hole screws.
Finish the seat as desired!
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