DIY Cinder Block Cottage Bench

[@digitaldawn611]

I did 2 benches with arm rests for my firepit area. They cost 41.00 each. You won't find good outdoor furniture for that price that will last like these will.

[@NWIE76]

Gud Girl Dawn. Well done. Respect. They Comfy?

[@BIGWOOD3160]

Are they stable

[@debeautyroom5765]

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[@ErsagunO]

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[@moncyesthervarughese7488]

Dawn how did you do that?

[@tanzeelaamariam7790]

You have no idea how helpful this is for me

[@RobertJohnson-de5zi]

I am going to build this, but I'm going to make it a little narrower or used longer four by fours and push them through so they make table on either end. 😁

[@letstalksuccess580]

Did it work out for you?... the table at the end sound amazing

[@RobertJohnson-de5zi]

@@letstalksuccess580 LOL, not yet. Been busy working on a shed and a bunch of other things. When I do I will build three go around my big fire pit 😁

[@rosemarycorral28]

Yes and make a video please 😊

[@oooohsnaaaap]

I just completed this project and would like to suggest the following tips: 1) 1 row of the blocks that form the base of the bench should be half (4 in. wide) blocks. This will make the bench equal to standard chair height. A base with a height of 3 regular blocks won't allow the average person (especially shorter people) to be able to comfortably rest their feet on the ground. 2) The blocks that form the backrest should have the flat side meet the base, so that more surface area with adhesive can bond the backrest to the base. 3) Adhesive definitely works, provided you use the right one. I use Sika landscaping block adhesive and the bond is super strong. However, if you are still weary of safety, you can use 4" c-clamps to reinforce the joint between the backrest and bench. 4) Three 4x4s are enough for the seating (5 total). The 4th one for the seating isn't really necessary unless you plan to use cushions for the backrest (to keep the pillows from falling through). 5) Use the best side of the lumber for the surfaces of the bench. Sides with splinters will slowly tear up your cushions.

[@joelthomas4294]

How long was the 4x4’s

[@checopacheco420]

Thanks for sharing 🤩

[@ZuhairHadi86]

@@joelthomas4294 looks like 8ft to me.

[@MG-cd9ek]

@@joelthomas4294 I know I was thinking the same thing. If a standard 4×4 is 8 feet I would prefer to do a smaller one. I'd make 2 smaller chairs instead of one larger one

[@sylviafabela8565]

Hi! I'm just reading your post. Do you have any pictures? (6 years later, LOL)

[@Tonyconner74]

I was staying at a Air BnB in Amarillo Tex couple years ago. They had the same design set up bit they had painted the cinder blocks orange & black and the ends of the wood did not stick out of the ends, it was beautiful....

[@dmontgomery7533]

You make this look SUPER easy. Finding the cushions would be the hardest part

[@Galactusz007]

Any local foam shop should easily make you custom sized cushions.

[@britt102190]

I just complete this project and used construction adhesive. It looks great in the space I have been wanting to do something with for the longest time.

[@artincorona]

I had some 4x4's and brick laying around so I built this and it holds up just fine despite those that think it's unsafe. I weigh 280 lb and purposely leaned all my weight on the back and it held just fine. So many haters!

[@idahofishgamer3560]

Really that's crazy I was wondering that I'm glad you spoke up I was trying to figure a way to anchor it better thanks

[@esmeraldakitty]

Thanks.

[@rockstarr1199]

Even Ikea Funiture Holds Up If Not Used For A Jungle Gym & Rock wall 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂💀💀💀💀

[@Les445]

So many haters, absolutely!!! Be nice folks!!!

[@juanmontalvo9434]

Thanks for your coment,I was wondering if they can hold my weight..lol

[@spanishpolice6950]

I’m doin this tomorrow..might make a vid and post it to you tube

[@muzettenesby7036]

I love the video and step by step instructions. I got all the materials and I'm super excited about putting it together. Thank you for sharing your idea.

[@janna7777]

WOW,this is SIMPLE and BEAUTIFUL,thank you very much sir!❤

[@DK74_]

my dad built something like this a few years back. still super aturdy and works very well

[@flyfisherbob16]

Great idea.....I think i'll use mortar instead of adhesive, lay the blocks as you would normally as building a wall, so half blocks needed

[@kassandrapozalante9826]

Just bought the material! Super excited to make it

[@josiportillo1122]

Muy bueno y muy simple d hacer!! Muchas gracias, saludos desde Argentina.

[@bestforthegarden419]

I love this idea. For me, with my short legs, I think it would need to be one block lower, but apart from that - awesome looking fun bench. Thanks for sharing.

[@Jevababy25]

Best for the Garden I plan on making just that and a 6 foot length

[@zandradanzey678]

Tried this.. it's beautiful didn't go as high sits lower now trying to find some cusion to fit !

[@letstalksuccess580]

Thank u for this wonderful video. I am going to try this dyi in the morning

[@2607vera]

It looks great, I’m forwarding this video to my husband. Hopefully he can create it 🤗

[@pauljoseph2400]

I love this idea, now how do you keep the beams from shifting horizontally ? Any ideas ?

[@manuelafernandezfernandez819]

FLIPANTE, MUCHA IMAGINACION Y MUY SENCILLO Y PRÁCTICO, BESIS DESDE ESPAÑA👍👍👍👍🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸

[@Learning_new_things_70]

Tried this one...lasted for a while. Really good idea

[@chocolatewaifu6462]

This actually looks really good adding to the to do list! 😍

[@kassandrapozalante9826]

I just bought the material, it cost me about $140! Not bad whatsoever

[@nadiafreskiw-milani158]

Looking good Adam

[@thephilippineamericancouple]

That’s one of the coolest things I have ever seen thanks for sharing

[@misamisa2677]

I think a shorter bench would be appropriate, or add a center. Everything is about balance, things last longer, it will not brake , but with time the weight on it plus weather will make an impact on durability. Thank you for showing folks beautiful and great things do not have to cost a fortune!!! Be well, be safe, best regards!!

[@kjvonly2451]

This is our project for the day! Thank you!

[@YalisCommunity]

This is genius! I need to build a few of these! Love it! Thanks for sharing!

[@amytharp3264]

Just made one with the verticle back and used a waterproof goop located at my local ACE. It is solid as a rock.

[@gregsurrett1392]

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[@gregsurrett1392]

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[@mattheweubanks6163]

This looks cool Ive been wanting a new bench forr my Mama's graveside. Im just too slow to remember what I need

[@jeffreyrodriguez3063]

I added one of these benches to a park nearby that only had 1 bench to sit on. I hope it'll last before anyone tries to remove it.

[@stanmax7828]

Wow it look nice.. easy and simple.. love it so much

[@ybshadyii4375]

Thanks for the Info: I can even make this myself and it looks GREAT!

[@dorniathomas8914]

I can't wait to do this.

[@MrsNG-rr6rk]

I was SO about to make this. I love this idea! Cheap cool and comfy! However, I realize this would be a pain during hurricane season to remove off the patio :(

[@Mrs.Margee]

You don’t have to remove it 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@Imspcl65]

Should we also glue the wood 4 by 4 in cinder block as well? What for the leaning, they are not 4 by 4 and something thinner and lighter?

[@DnSBigLittleGarden]

We are definitely going to do 2 for the front yard under our tree.

[@mifasola1]

It would be nice if you told us how long those 4 x4 are. And what is the distance between the end pieces

[@heGifted]

Definitely agree🤔

[@fancyandfreeoutdoors]

@@heGifted Buying guide says 4*4*8 - Eight feet long

[@Gendelyck]

Суперидея! Спасибо! Всё ясно без перевода. Здоровья и успехов!

[@mst9676]

definitely a family summer project!!!

[@lolathomas6011]

I love thoes benches they are cheap and easy to make.

[@heidismith6148]

Beautiful. I'm building one as we speak. Love it

[@deegarcia4357]

I’m gonna make it ❤️

[@dianeguerrero2574]

Hi. I have a beautiful old metal headboard with the bottom poles sticking out, and thought i could put those through the blocks. If i built up the back with blocks i think it would stabilize the back. Your thoughts would be appreciated.

[@kimberlyc.9965]

The blue looks more like liquid nails to me...you can stick anything together and it's not coming off..there's also construction adhesive..also very strong..i'm going to build this..it's lovely

[@raelb21]

This is so awesome!! I'm making a backyard set!!

[@latoyiab79]

I can't wait to do this 😍

[@xenawarrior2583]

Thanks for the idea, I thought I would have to pay someone to make a bench but I don't anymore:) and I already have the blocks

[@petrinasarah]

OMG, this is so creative and fun!!!

[@awesomedirt3]

This is really really cool

[@lightintheworld1111]

Amazing idea! Thank you so much for sharing this. This is easy enough for someone little like me to do. Mahalo🌈💕🌍

[@reneguerrero4512]

I would use cement to bond those bricks. instead of that glue..

[@francosanguineti515]

Rene Guerrero ciao

[@jamiljamil8748]

Good Idia

[@wilchesv3708]

vi muchas idioteces..pero este se llevó el premio!!

[@ralpherizonie1785]

Awesome idea very very clever

[@tjt072]

How do you stop the wood from moving or from sliding out of the holes?

[@meand3786]

Very nice idea thanks 👍🏻

[@lizzettejordan8589]

Do I have to build a flooring for the cottage bench?

[@Jasricksoto]

I really like that, am going to do me one or more.

[@MrEverth007]

Adding one to my yard today. Nice work

[@clowilliams17]

Great Great Great 👍👏Job I can do this Thanks 😊 Clo 💚

[@bobbrua8758]

nice video will that pl900 adhesive really hold ?

[@sbongilentanzi9315]

Being creative ✨️

[@rosea2160]

Any idea what cushion size needed with that size bench?

[@lalajohnson7194]

It looks like its heavy. How would you move it, to rearrange furniture? Or to clean behind it?

[@xwarchiefer]

boards just slide out. Pretty simple one board at a time. :)

[@nicholasgathings7321]

You just gained a subscriber!!

[@lorenacarvalhodamasceno.5089]

Very good. Excelent idea. Thank you.

[@marjosh281]

Really excellent bro

[@sheliagordon1991]

Thanks I'm building today .

[@fouziachowdhury2050]

Beautiful

[@antonia1945]

Que legal! Vou fazer na minha igreja, vai ficar show!

[@jaycee9378]

Love the idea but where I live this is just a spider Hotel lol theres to many spaces for them to build webs unfortunately.. is it possible for to fill these holes with something that will last

[@marykadar4133]

great idea, easy any one can do. thanks

[@julieymas8401]

Wow me encanto, Gracias

[@jonhcontreras]

my, if that is where you live, it sure looks nice.. thank you for sharing...

[@RUH24A]

Amazing. My side of the garden is 9 meters. Could I use 4x4 on this

[@elliebunker6100]

Exactly what I needed.

[@scoll13]

How many tubes of adhesive did you use on it ?

[@WsFood]

It's the furniture I want. I like wooden furniture.👍

[@josephshotridge3278]

I would use 4 pieces of all thread to hold it all together. 2 holding the bench seat together and 2 holding the back secure to the bench.

[@bobbrua8758]

good idea was thinking the same thing

[@olgitamercedes13]

I just subscribed, I love that bench, I will love to make,look easy😎

[@jasonwilson2886]

does the back that you lean on strong? or do you need to be carful when leaning back?

[@juanloya2107]

Really good idea my friend thank you

[@theresmore2learn516]

Hi, I love this idea. May I ask why no glue is used on the cinders where the 4X4s will go through? Thanks. I want to try this, but i have crazy grandchildren, and I wouldn't want them to knock the cinders over and get hurt! What should I do to make this totally stable! Thanks for this video. it's excellent!

[@annjeffrey2483]

I plan to cut my beams shorter and cement them into the holes stopping them from moving

[@megadezziescat1124]

It can probably be made without the back, like a lounger bed.

[@beavereater36]

Nice bench thnxs for the vid.Building one now.

[@098believe]

thanks for sharing this highly appreciated some people are ungrateful fools

[@niemashahzadi-cc5eq]

Where did you get your cushions from?

[@toddspires603]

I was wondering if the adhesive will hold another layer of cinder blocks on the back for support?

[@galgani9738]

Muito criativo. Lindo trabalho

[@nilima.khanal.3]

Easy n nice looking

[@youtubepremium795]

Hi do you think good idea to replace steel box bars for wood?

[@pablogalvezrijo7833]

hola me gustaria saber como se llama el pegamento que usa para los blockes, esta muy bello gracias por la información

[@n.artoff2210]

Just finished making this; definitely needs something bigger than 4x4’s unless you enjoy huge gaps for your butt to fall through

[@sajidrafique375]

How strong is this adhesive ? Is not cement a better choice ?

[@suelamagdelaine8598]

How far apart do the cinder block need to be? Also did you use pressure treated 4 x 4 or cedar 4 x 4?

[@sofianieves7545]

good job, I loved it. I'm building this one. thank you

[@trudymiller7121]

How long of 4x4 do I need 6ft or 8 ft???

[@UsmanAhmed714]

this is called a real DIY. great job. I wonder if it can skew if used in a rough manner

[@dianamoody7251]

I like it.

[@TrangNguyen-ql5ch]

Great 💡 ideas