DIY Modern Outdoor Bench | Modern Builds | EP. 30

[@Mer-ef9nf]

I changed the measurements and am making an entry table. Still in the sanding process but so excited to see how it turns out! This video helped a lot, thanks!

[@michaelmontemayor6434]

So what dimensions did you use and how many 2x4's did you end up using?

[@crassoverload]

I just built two of these in 4.5 days. That 5 minute video lulled me into a false sense of how quickly that was accomplishable! But they look great and make our dining table feel very welcoming (and allowed for a higher capacity than normal chairs). Thanks man!

[@TeamGravey]

6 years later and still a classic 👌🏾

[@mentorJu]

I know you did this years ago but I just found your site. I made this bench and it came out awesome. I made mine a little smaller though. 40” long and I didn’t have the nail gun. Just used glue only and it is strong as an ox. Now everyone wants one. Thank you for this great video AND the little tip on filling the holes with sawdust! It’s perfect!!!

[@guidocm]

Thanks! Made a 9 feet 2x5's table with your method. It's great, extremely heavy. Saludos from Argentina.

[@ModernBuilds]

That's awesome, glad to help. Would love to see a picture of it

[@dariancregg4191]

at 9ft long, hows shes holding up? im thinking about doing a 9 footer and im worried about it sinking in the middle. would you recommend an additional leg at 4.5ft? id rather not haha

[@venkateshs4321]

@@ModernBuilds Mk

[@raynardthomasjr.8485]

How did the 9’ do?

[@sirohin1]

One of the best, easy and less expensive outdoor bench. Thank you for sharing

[@ModernBuilds]

+Nripen Sirohi awesome! No problem!

[@sirohin1]

+Modern Builds One question I have for you is how do you sell your custom products ? I find I so hard to find clients who can appreciate my hard work and time I spend on my projects :(

[@withsorrowsnare]

Thanks Mike, if you haven't got a table saw what would you recommend in regards to squaring of the wood. Or could you still make it with the rounded edges?

[@navymiguelito]

Wow! Very beautifully-handcrafted bench!

[@ModernBuilds]

Thanks a lot!

[@Mikesofka]

How many 2x4s did you use to make this bench? It's beautiful!

[@APhilly93]

Just successfully built this! Glue up is drying as I type. I made the design from the Original plans as a kind of coffee table/small bench. This video inspired me to do it myself, and I'll be building two more benches to your specs to compliment it. Rock n Roll man

[@ModernBuilds]

That's awesome dude! Glad to hear it went smooth. Tag me in a picture when they're all done, I'd love to see em!

[@KyleRichard_onYouTube]

Mike I love love love your work keep it up. you inspire me to make something!

[@KyleRichard_onYouTube]

+Kyle Tenor I really like your style too!

[@ModernBuilds]

+Kyle Tenor that's awesome! Thanks a lot

[@Apollo_Blaze]

They are beautiful benches for sure...I would not be able to carry one by myself though, lol...Great work here.

[@samuelozkan1222]

Looks just great! I especially like the finish color. Just a quick comment: I think that the first long beam should be all the way through and legs should come under it. Because the whole bench is sitting on four bottom feet and they are under first legs.

[@unglemergy]

the whole bench is one piece.

[@antonybecirspahic6801]

Wood glue is pretty strong man

[@ShelliJo1]

I love this. Simple to make but so rich looking. Great job!

[@ModernBuilds]

+ShelliJo1 Awesome, thanks a lot!

[@Mari-Yama]

I've built three of these benches so far. I love them! great work :)

[@ModernBuilds]

+Mariko That's awesome!

[@miranx5735]

F’n A! That’s super easy to do! And you could use old 2x4’s too and it would still end up looking good

[@squitti72]

Love this kind of work! nordic style...great man

[@jg6551]

im 15 but recently moved to the country aka middle of nowhere. i cant play videogames with my internet, but i can watch your videos! ive made two, one for my family's country house, and am planning to sell the other for some quick kash. i had a lot of fun making it too!

[@DIYModernTwins]

VERY COOL Mike!!! They look fantastic!

[@ModernBuilds]

+DIY Modern Thank you very much

[@kurieepoirier4486]

diy wooden chair

[@tusharpinjan8945]

I made it yesterday with treated lumber, it came out very nicely ..

[@ThaKidOVOXO]

Love this book! kzbin.infoUgkxpCNxqmAkyjN6NPx1fyB7QiEFWyO5mUWL it is simply one-of-a-kind! I really love it, because karah explained all tools required to have the job done, not mentioning the fabulous diy pallets ideas. I'm pretty sure this will be a fresh start in my new endeavour. Amazon was great, they delivered on time. Thank you!

[@VinceDiaz]

I have to hand it to you. You make it look way to easy. I built one today and took much longer then I expected and was difficult to get all the legs square and lined up properly. Then I had gaps and it took tons of filler and sanding. But it is a great bench and it looks great. Thanks!

[@serpserpserp]

Looks like a long weekend job to me, one day to put it together, one day to sand and stain, then another day for the seal coat.

[@Jtek1]

Mac Miller did a really good job on those benches!

[@mitch_lambert]

rip

[@josephvest66]

Michael, I love the look of this. Thank you for showing how it's done. Do you know if there's a design for a planter in the same style?

[@aaronalquiza9680]

"Make a bench entirely out of 2x4's!............... and 1 gallon of wood glue!"

[@grabriellisa3970]

*Based*

[@youtuber9758]

🤣 seriously. This is worse than IKEA

[@TheVisidor]

I love the box joints, I think I will use that on my bench! Great idea!

[@-bdl2696]

i found liquid nails work well for these type of glue heavy benches

[@ModernBuilds]

Right on

[@marklundegren]

Very nice design and execution...I might begin and end the top section with long pieces to give the bench a flatter look.

[@ModernBuilds]

Nice! I'd love to see it if you do

[@marklundegren]

+Modern Builds Working on first bench now...in addition to pinning the 2x4s, we are experimenting with adding a few woodscrews to close gaps and tighten up the structure overall.

[@Justviewinn]

Wow. Wish I had all those tools 😩 to build it.

[@mikevcanto]

Me too! I also wish I had space for them lol

[@Excalibure666]

Easy to make, good looking, super strong... Good job!

[@ModernBuilds]

Thank you

[@aberuiz881]

Hi I wonder can I use this also for a large dining table?

[@ModernBuilds]

Definitely! I've had a few people who have sent me pictures where they've done it and it looks great

[@aberuiz881]

Thanks for the reply

[@BradleyMakesThings]

Just crank in' out the projects! Good job, Mike! -Bradley

[@ModernBuilds]

+Carter Wilson Workshop with Bradley Boggs Trying to! Thanks

[@e.s.blofeld1775]

How much does this bench weigh approximately? Thanks.

[@ModernBuilds]

Not sure exactly, around 50 pounds probably

[@feed730]

this was the most interesting build video because its too the point!

[@NITRIX82]

Sounded like you said bitches. LOL!

[@ModernBuilds]

Haha! Not quite

[@socomt5]

I have made 3 of these. And these things are tanks for benches.

[@shantellamend8986]

I know that woodprix has the best woodworking plans ever.

[@callihanhopwood6255]

I love that

[@mytube2013]

Finally a true DIY project for non professionals

[@joepool2003]

how many 2X4's did you use approx?

[@lukeschmidt]

I mad it with 13 while making some mistakes.

[@skiddytwin4759]

Lucas Schmidt I always need extra stuff because of my stupid mistakes

[@user-hd8ej8yx9p]

I made one with 9 but mine was 60 inches long only

[@normansidey5258]

Nice job, nice video nice bloke, greetings from England🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@jennyh7850]

Scrolling through quickly I legit thought it was Mac Miller for a mome

[@zaksen]

that looks like super strong bench! love it !!

[@ModernBuilds]

+Zafer Aksen No doubt. It's built like a tank

[@geoffrossham]

Still one of my favourite videos and end results.

[@ModernBuilds]

Nice!! Thanks a lot man

[@vows2sweden]

thanks for personalizing this video for the deaf.......

[@thechinadesk]

I like the fact that the design requires only the simplest right angle cuts, yet has a dovetail like look to it. Too many DIY tutorials require complex cabinet making skills. That limits severely the number of people who can actually make use of the tutorials.

[@ModernBuilds]

No doubt! Glad you like it!

[@mq9413]

Brilliant, I truly appreciate your easy to follow project, awesome

[@marcospintoortiz546]

Very good video Easy and quick to perform. Greetings from El Quisco, Chile.

[@espnmk]

Mike Great Job, I like it, might have to steal your design, lol... that stain you chose just made it pop, if I didn't watch this video and just looked at this bench I would of thought it was and exotic hardwood... keep up the great work...

[@ModernBuilds]

+espn mk Yep, that finish is great. I've been putting that Danish oil on almost everything

[@fionngorilla]

dude! im absolute amazed! this is also very cool as a big dining table! thanks for sharing!

[@ModernBuilds]

That would be a really cool dining table. Really heavy too haha! Thanks a lot

[@fionngorilla]

+Modern Builds yeah but who cares :D when the times comes I'm building this as a table Ill send you a photo. but will take mind approx another year ;)

[@ModernBuilds]

Right on! Definitely send me a picture. I'd love to see it!

[@frankdavie869]

Looking forward to building this particular bench...looks like it will last a very long time.

[@DICASDEMESTRE]

LIKE, VERY NICE!!! From Brazil!!!

[@ModernBuilds]

+DICAS DE MESTRE Awesome! Thanks

[@beautybyleanne76]

I really like this...a nice simple build. Think I’m gonna have to make one or two of these for my patio!

[@iamdanielkip]

Great work! Beautiful to have indoors as well! Cheers from Brazil!

[@ModernBuilds]

No doubt!! Thanks a lot

[@FarenMonique]

i watched this video in 2020 at the height of pandemic idleness and was intimidated by the process and required tools. came back, here now in 2022, and i'm still intimidated. maybe one day!

[@gustavoespinoza9834]

man, this is awesome.. I just built 2 of them for my dinning table.. they look good and solid... very cool videos.. keep up the good work.. I just started getting into wood working and your videos are very helpful to follow.. Thank you..

[@ModernBuilds]

+Gustavo Espinoza That's so awesome! Glad I could help

[@gustavoespinoza9834]

put me down for 2 of those shirts too buddy...

[@ModernBuilds]

+Gustavo Espinoza That's awesome! Preorders just went live

[@ModernBuilds]

+Gustavo Espinoza That's awesome! Preorders just went live

[@gustavoespinoza9834]

is there a special place in should go to pre-order?

[@kathrynnewton8721]

Such a great design, thanks for demonstrating!

[@praveensingh7923]

Strong and comfortable. Nice look. Great job

[@robmckay5700]

This is perfect for the computer bench I want in my house 👍🏻

[@BruceAUlrich]

Looks nice. The adjustable feet were a great idea.

[@ModernBuilds]

+Bruce A. Ulrich Thanks man! (I stole it haha!)

[@mihumus]

Very nice building process and project, mate!

[@ModernBuilds]

+Humus Workshop Thanks a lot

[@leonarias6489]

first time by - this is amazing. I am going to build a couple of these for the backyard!

[@jabscott9573]

Quick, easy, to the point. Nice video.

[@scottsmith4199]

Love this build, simple but elegant. Might be a stupid question, but if I wanted to make the total length 8', what would those length cuts be?

[@johnsonfamily889]

Just reading through the comments, he milled off 1/8" per side, or 1/4" total from each leg. Actual width is going to be 3 1/4" per leg. So, if your going 8' (or 96") then your shorter ones would be 6 1/2" shorter or 89 1/2". I figured this out because Im going to do exactly this tomorrow. :)

[@scottsmith4199]

@@johnsonfamily889 about 2 minutes after I made that post I just subtracted to the two long piece dimensions and figured it out . Thanks tho !

[@johnsonfamily889]

How did it work out for you?

[@scottsmith4199]

@@johnsonfamily889 building them this week - will let you know ! Cheers!

[@spoileddogx3]

So glad I subscribe, me and my wife was talking about a couple benches for our patio, this is what we will make. Keep up the great work.

[@ModernBuilds]

+spoileddog That's awesome, glad I could help

[@lhill17]

My first visit, and won't be my last! Nice job man!!!!

[@ModernBuilds]

Awesome!! Thanks a lot man

[@MikePeaceWoodturning]

Great plan! Eactly what I was needing for a couple of benches for my church. The levelers you recommend look a bit light for a bench. The Package indicates a weight rating of 150 lbs. for a set of 4.

[@ModernBuilds]

Yeah, so far mine have held up fine, but if there are going to be some hefty people sitting on me it can't hurt to get something more heavy duty

[@brockwilsonmusic]

Awesome job. I have been looking for a nice bench design for a large outdoor table I recently built.

[@ModernBuilds]

+Brock Wilson Awesome man! glad I could help

[@LORDIZY]

i'm defo making one.....got a pile of 2x4's . simple design looks great.

[@ModernBuilds]

+Chris Beer That's awesome! Thanks man go for it!

[@jsol2480]

Cool design! Any idea how the waterproofing held after all this years?

[@dollyperry3020]

Fantastic. Could you do a version with a back?

[@athan2841]

Just made this today. Thank you for the video. My bench looks great 😍

[@SoniaBDorsey]

Love the lighting in the intro

[@paulflute]

very nice.. i saw the jointed ends and thought it was going to be complicated and way above my ability.. but it's a really neat way to do it.. feels like cheating almost.. brilliant.. thanks.. liked and subscribed..

[@m3528i]

Cool idea. I’ll go get more glue. Pro tip- If you don’t break the habit of putting your hand behind the work while you’re firing nails, you’re going to have to learn the hard way. I know they were short finishing nails, but just like gun safety, habits man... I saw a dude put a long brad through his finger when it followed the grain and shot out the side.

[@Chilipal]

Awesome bench. I have some reclaimed redwood 2x4's I'm going to use for this. Also I think I'm going to plane them all first before assembly to cut down on sanding and filling.

[@VitaminD15]

I made one of these back in March and am currently working on another one. Great video. I too saw it on diycandy good stuff.

[@ModernBuilds]

+VitaminD15 That's awesome!

[@VitaminD15]

Your bench came out great by the way. The dark walnut danish oil looks awesome.

[@BuildItWithJose]

Great building methods! Love the way this modern bench looks!

[@bobbysifuentes]

Awesome bench!! I'm gonna give it a shot!!

[@AboveAverageBob]

Love the design. Used this to build a tv stand.

[@furgus111]

I like it. a guy can take this plan and build it in the garage!

[@ModernBuilds]

Exactly!

[@JeffGloverArts]

Very nice and officially on the To Do list! Thanks!

[@ModernBuilds]

Awesome! Glad you like it.

[@wildrover1111]

Gorgeous. excellent work man Thanks

[@americantravesty]

Awesome! You should try a bar cabinet sometime, would love to see what you come up with.

[@ModernBuilds]

+AmericanTravesty that's a really cool idea... I'll keep that in mind

[@andrewrapessis4737]

Thats wonderful, can i swap the nailing with screws as i don't have this machine? Because i guess it would be hard to nail them by hand

[@timothybrophy2800]

Great job dude. Looks clean!

[@zxzx10r38]

Real bench, great job.

[@skyemu8769]

Love it! What’s the longest length I can make this?

[@Sonster9K]

Fabulous project!!! Great work!!!

[@haileybouchard7131]

I love your channel Mike! I ended up using this design for a slender behind the couch desk. I'm so happy with how it turned out.

[@ModernBuilds]

+Hailey Bouchard That's so awesome!! Glad I could help

[@slc.images]

Damn fine job. You made those 2x's look goooooood

[@ModernBuilds]

+Simas Castillo Haha, Thanks man

[@zazza75]

Easy To build And cool design. I like It.

[@ModernBuilds]

+Christian Zanni Exactly, thanks!

[@yuriportes2606]

I loved it! Looks real strong!

[@ModernBuilds]

+Yuri Portes Thanks!!

[@alexandrypena14]

Loved! This project!! I used your video to make bar stools with the same desgin!! Again great video!!! Thanks!

[@lalondra2303]

Omg the written articles are so helpful!!!!!! I love it

[@enjoylongbeach]

Such a good looking bench. Great job 👏

[@ArturoGonzalez-mr5eo]

This looks awesome, Going to try to make one for our 10 ft dining table

[@RobinLewisMakes]

Simple but effective, looks great

[@ModernBuilds]

+Robin Lewis exactly... And surprisingly strong

[@mr.z3161]

Awesome job! Looks simple design

[@amymeyeraan-wz9fy]

Beautiful work!

[@grinnerschic]

Very nice with just 2x4! Thanks

[@ModernBuilds]

+grinnerschic Thanks a lot