DIY Potting Bench | Awesome Beginner Project

Howdy! Today I am going to show you how I made an AWESOME potting bench using only thirteen (13) 2x4's and some AWESOME accent hardware from Simpson Strong-Tie. This is a great beginner woodworking project. DIY doesn't have to be hard to be AWESOME! You just have to go for it and Build LOUD Build WILD! I hope you enjoy!
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[@craigbond7877]

Fun project. Love your confidence and enthusiasm .

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Thank you so much. 🍊

[@KayMaria40]

Bar far the nicest potting bench I’ve seen in my search for my own build ideas.. Thank you for the inspiration. Your work looks amazing!!!

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Thank you so much! Happy building! 🍊

[@joseemartin2216]

The price of the wood here where I live is absolutely insane right now. But looking at your design, I feel like with a few adjustments, this looks like it could be done with some wood pallets that my husband sometimes gets for free from his workplace. I will look into that. Awesome build. It looks gorgeous. Im looking to have something like that for my gardening tools and my toddler's tools too, and also for a potting table as this. Your design is gorgeous. If we could just make it work with pallets, that would be absolutely awesome! 😊

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Thank you! I am sure you could modify it to work. Good luck. 🙌🍊

[@lawrencedavidson6195]

I get used lumber from construction sites, old pallets and regular lumber, enough to make lots of stuff.

[@dianeharding9386]

I simply love your potting bench build! You are awesome for working in over 100 degree heat. It is hard and that's one of the reasons I moved back here to California. Keep posting your fantastic videos.

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Yay! Thank you so much. Appreciate it. 🍊

[@Zippypep]

Love this, would love if you could show us how to make an outdoor cupboard which is waterproof. So like a tiny bike shed but too small for bikes . I want to make one that's 3.5 ft high and about 5 foot wide but all the plans I see for outside storage are either big sheds or storage boxes with gaps for maybe covered terraces or poolside toys..... also many require expensive jig tools and I'm a complete beginner. I will do this potting table, thank you!!!

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

You’re welcome! I am so glad you like this project. It is a great beginners project. No plans for bike shed in the near future. I hope you find something that works for you. 🍊

[@winstonpamphile9924]

Great detail

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Thanks! 🍊

[@mzpeachny]

How does the bench hold up in the weather outside? My patio leaks. Im hoping if i put a protectant on it, it will hold up. Awesome video by the way.

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Thanks! Mine is still doing good. It is in full sun and no covering. But will probably need maintenance on the top soon. 🍊

[@guayavita78]

Love it

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Yay! Thank you so much. I love it too! 😆🍊

[@mfmarshall4478]

Great Job

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Thank you! It is helping keep my plant messes outdoors! 😆🍊

[@daniellewaisner5527]

Love this. Thank you! I want to try it tomorrow!

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Awesome! Thank you. I’d love to see a pic when you are done. 🍊

[@lonewolf1461]

This is awesome, thank you!

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Thank you! And you’re welcome! 🙌🍊

[@pameladesuero527]

This is such a beautiful potting bench. I went to your website but there wasn't a cut list. How can I get your cut list for this project?

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Thank you so much! Here is a link to the build plans… www.theawesomeorange.com/shop/2x4-potting-bench 🍊

[@squeekhobby4571]

Just awesome as your name

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Thank you!

[@richardsanford7187]

Hey I posted a comment yesterday asking for info on where I can find the framing screws and the comment appears to have been deleted. I just wanted info on where I can order the screws that you used....

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Screws are from Simpson Strong-Tie. You can get them at Lowe’s or Home Depot. I have a full tutorial with links on my website. Link in description. 🍊

[@timkozak6106]

Another awesome video!!! Keep em coming!!

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Thanks Tim! I am hoping to try and do two a month! 🤞🍊

[@Daymickey]

Nice work! How has this held up? Was the finish enough to protect against the elements and any dirt and water that comes with re-potting? Do you recommend the combination You mentioned in the video?

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Thanks! The table has held up well. The finish on the very top table is starting to peel, but I do have the table in direct sun all afternoon. 🍊

[@sweetlouiise8647]

Where can I find the measurements list for the wooden planks? Lovely looking workbench!

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Thank you! Complete build plans are on my website. There is a link in the video description. 🍊

[@alitamonty]

@@TheAwesomeOrange Just looking for the perfect potting bench and then WOW!!! found this one. Visited your website but couldn't find the complete build plans for it. I found a mention of it but no link. is there a way to be able to get them please? So excited abput this project. Thank you

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

@@alitamonty Yay! Glad you found it. There is a link in the description directly to the plans. Or they are are in the shop section of my website. 🍊

[@joshsullivan7142]

@@TheAwesomeOrange I just see 13 2x4s but no length - were they 8' 10' or 12' boards?

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

@@joshsullivan7142 8’

[@bobcohen352]

I love your potting bench and want to build one. I have been unable to find the plans and cut list mentioned in your video and on your website. Can you direct me as to how I could find the plans and cut list.Thanks

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Thanks! Here is a link.... www.theawesomeorange.com/shop

[@seecesar]

Great job! If I made a longer bench would I need to add any extra support?

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Depends on how long you made it. But you could do another couple of feet without any problem. 🍊

[@coffeexvlog]

How much did everything cost to build? I’m debating which would be cheaper, build or buy.

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Material pricing is different everywhere... but I do have a full materials list in the blog post about this build to help you price it out and make a decision. Link in description.

[@darlinghoya1895]

I found it cheaper to buy (Walmart for $97.99, free shipping) BUT, her build is much sturdier and I would've preferred to build my own. Cost of wood has gone up too much during the pandemic and housing boom, at least in my area. Nonetheless, I LOVE the one I bought.

[@jimgustin7756]

Are you using 2x4x8 or 2x4x10?

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

I believe they were 2x4x8’s, but I have complete build plans on my website with all the details. 🍊

[@FredMcIntyre]

Awesome work Sadie Mae! 😃👍🏻🌱🌱🌱🌱👊🏻

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Thanks Fred! It’s so nice having it around and not cleaning up all the dirt after repotting. 😆🍊

[@ale347baker]

What paint sprayer do you recommend? Are they better than a brush? For most things?

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Sprayers are awesome for larger projects or those with lots of nooks and crannies. And the type of sprayer really depending on what you are spraying on the quality of finish you are looking for. Plus, your budget. 🍊

[@TheMessyStudio]

Great looking potting bench, Sadie! Billy

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Thanks Billy! It is so nice to have. 🍊

[@Hey_its_just_me_to]

Do you predrill the wholes for the screws?

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Great question! No I did not. The screws are made so you shouldn’t have too. If you are really close to an edge I still sometimes recommend predrilling. 🍊

[@VoncilDiggs-et3bx]

How to receive the instruction for the potty bench

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

I have build plans available on my website. www.theawesomeorange.com/shop/2x4-potting-bench 🍊

[@pang-ngiavang1956]

What is the cost of the potting bench?

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

I sell build plans on my website. 🍊

[@jimgustin7756]

Where do I get the cut list?

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Here is a link to the plans… www.theawesomeorange.com/shop/2x4-potting-bench 🍊

[@taramariemortensen6467]

I can't seem to find the cut list, either!

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Here is the link. www.theawesomeorange.com/shop/2x4-potting-bench

[@magdalenapenas]

I can’t get the cutlist

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Here you go! www.theawesomeorange.com/shop/2x4-potting-bench 🍊

[@BillCawleyPa]

what is your website link please i can find it-sorry getting old

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

www.theawesomeorange.com/blog/diy-2x4-potting-bench

[@stevenbond6576]

how a bout your dimensions for the height/width/length

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Check out the link in the description to my blog post with more details! 🙌🍊

[@michaelbess7447]

I LIKE THIS PLAN ONLY ONE SIZE OF WOOD. WHERE IS THS PLAN FOR THIS?

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Thanks! Super simple and functional. Link for plans are in the description. Or on my website. 🍊

[@Jkcreswell]

Good grief! You bought 13 2x4's!?! May I ask how much you paid for each 'cause here in Columbus, Georgia they are $5.82 each! Beautiful potting bench though! Love the accent hardware!

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Thanks! I think they were about $4 each. But prices have gone up recently. 🍊

[@jimgustin7756]

Where do I get a cut list?

[@TheAwesomeOrange]

Here you go www.theawesomeorange.com/shop/2x4-potting-bench. 🍊