How to Build an Upholstered Storage Bench

[@stephendelassus5462]

When you hammered in the tacks, my head exploded. You're a ninja! Nice job.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Ha! I don't know about ninja, but I edited out all the times I missed hitting the nail heads 😂

[@consequence8836]

@@WoodshopDiaries that is something a ninja would do.

[@knaveen17]

Just finished making this and it turned out amazing. I am not a pro this is only my second wood working project but this was so simple. Just stick to the instructions and you will be done in no time. Thank you so much for sharing this!!

[@jrworthy]

Watching the nail heads get hammered into the bench top was very satisfying. One whack and done!

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Haha right? That was my favorite part! 😂😂

[@nobuckle40]

I can't believe that out of more than 21K views only 130 comments were left! You made that whole process look so easy. I've not tried my hand at upholstery but watching you gives me confidence. Thank you.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

I really appreciate that! KZbin is an odd platform. I'm constantly confused (both for the good and bad haha) on the video performance. But either way, I love hearing that you found this helpful! Upholstery is one of my favorite "hobbies" as I don't do it a lot but I really enjoy messing around with it. You can get way more complicated and advanced with it, but much of it, I've found, is easier than you'd expect!

[@patrickarchuleta9594]

People do not have good common sense. God is great he will continue to bless U with knowledge.👍🌹

[@redcarwoodworks137]

I built the chest and lid for my daughter. Made it out of MDF. She did the upholstery and did a great job. Just need to add the hinges and lid support. HomeDepot wants 48 for a single lid support. Buying 2 of them from Amazon for 29. Love the build. I think she'll be asking for more of your builds in the future.

[@patrickarchuleta9594]

Simply a beauty God bless young lady I love that you are always creating projects.🙏🙏🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@WoodshopDiaries]

You’re so kind. Thank you!

[@Andrew-gu7kf]

Always amazed. You're build style seems so simple and easy to replicate and the outcome always looks high end beautiful. I must be a snob or really over thinking everything I do. Thanks for showing us how to keep it simple without sacrificing quality. 👍

[@WoodshopDiaries]

I truly do appreciate this comment. My top priority and main goal in what I do is to show people you don’t have to make things complicated to get a nice end result. There are a lot of woodworkers who demand advanced techniques and perfection...and I think I that discourages many from trying. I like to be the opposite side of the spectrum. Hopefully I can encourage people to give it a shot and learn as you go. 😄

[@grandtrunk49]

Excellent. You’re very good. You make it look simple yet well made. I want to make this exact bench in grey to replace a smaller one in our bathroom. Thanks for sharing.

[@ayannamckinnon9036]

You made the tufted design so easily. Definitely will use your techniques

[@WoodshopDiaries]

So glad you enjoyed!

[@jayking1073]

Your work is incredible .

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you so much!

[@kristiLB93]

My husband and I just stumbled on your work and we are loving your DIY projects! You have great taste. Great eye for furniture! I'm enjoying reading about your journey on Woodshop Diaries. We are definitely planning on building one or two of your desks for our kids. We are homeschoolers and a stylish, timeless, and well built desk is hard to find on a budget. We are excited to start this project as a family!

[@christopheryale6867]

Thank you much for putting up a clear easy to get into upholstered finish

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@johncasey5607]

This is awesome! I'll show this to my wife and see if she would like this addition to our home

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you! Hopefully she does 😉 it’s a really fun build!

[@johncasey5607]

@@WoodshopDiaries if you ever want to try some newer wood or at least wood that I've never heard of until recently, you should check out the Roasted Walnut or Roasted Red Oak that Woodworkers source sells. I'm doing a review of it on my other channel. It finishes black and smells a little like a campfire when you cut and sand it. Beautiful way to add accent pieces without using stains.

[@michaelserrano3689]

That's awesome. I've always been nervous to try upholstery. But with this project it doesn't seem so bad. I think I'm going to try something similar.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Upholstery is really fun!! Definitely give it a try! It’s pretty forgiving so mistakes are easy to hide/cover 😉

[@Nano15151]

Your videos make projects seem very approachable and take out the perception of everything needing to be "perfect". Thank you

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you! I like to keep things simple. No need to over complicate 😄

[@corriedf]

Shara this is such a great video. Thanks for sharing all the wonderful projects you do!

[@johnkelley9877]

It looks great and I am very impressed by your upholstery skills! Thanks for sharing this, it was great to watch.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you so much!!

[@dougggiereid]

Great build and video. Just a tip if you did not know. I usually cut foam like that with an electric carving knife. It is really easy and gives a very neat edge.

[@arth.4196]

Excellent craftsmanship

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you!!

[@mrprivate8846]

And once again another great job looks very nice

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you so much 😀

[@DMAG-3200]

Good morning Shara, that's a very cool project. Mixing it up with a little upholstery. That came out awsome.(like a pro).thanks for sharing 😄🤩.have a wonderful day

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thanks so much! Definitely not a pro 😅 but I’m happy with it and glad to be able to hide my junk 😂 thanks for watching and have a great day, too!

[@alexold8183]

Creative idea using that type of fabric, good video thanks

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thanks so much!!

[@pp5237]

Wow you make it look so easy!! Great video!!

[@ricardovelazco2411]

That is a nice job, thanks to share with us. I will love to see how you build that bed, is beautiful

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thanks so much! I have the bed build here: www.woodshopdiaries.com/diy-modern-bed/

[@shaunbarber2746]

Simple but beautiful piece

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you 👍

[@jennmwill63]

this build is awesome...you make it doable.... thx for the ideal!

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thanks so much! Glad it’s helpful!

[@crestonsimpson1370]

I'm going to be building one of these starting Sunday. A few things I'm doing to mine is adding a diamond-tufted top (sewn in diamonds), the inside bottom and sides will also be covered with durable black fabric and the top-bottom will also be covered with the black fabric. If you are going to do any type of upholstery work I would suggest getting an air stapler. Your hand will appreciate not having the soreness from using the hand stapler.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Awesome! I don’t do much upholstery, but I actually have an air stapler but just prefer using this one. Happy building on your project! 👍

[@bettyperez9421]

Loved this. Super practical and doesn't seem hard at all to make!

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you! It’s definitely a simple project with lots of uses!

[@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr]

Very nice project! Great that you upholstered it. Your instructions are always very easy to follow. May have to give this a try! Thanks!

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thanks so much!! Always trying to keep things simple 😉😄

[@dcarrillo8549]

I use the egg shell rolls they sell for mattress tops. It's cheaper and works the same. I usually buy the twin size

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Good idea 👍

[@1hellokittymeow]

I just stumbled upon this channel. This is sooooo simple yet extremely well made!!! absolutely beautiful. I love it! ❤️

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you so much! This has been one of my all time favorite projects! I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@MCsCreations]

Really amazing work, Shara! 😃 It really turned out beautiful!!! Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thanks so much! You too!

[@tpost974]

Fantastic build! Awesome Job!! Thanks for sharing

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thanks so much for watching!!

[@FriendsThirstyThursday]

WOW! LOVE IT! Great job on the video.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thanks so much for watching! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ErinSpainDIY]

This turned out great!

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thanks so much friend!! 💕💕

[@michaelb542]

Great work as always Shara. Always look forward to your videos. 👍

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thanks so much for watching!! 😄

[@joseluisdiaz3066]

The storage si great, super cool

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thanks so much!

[@diegomoreno2070]

Awesome!!!! love your channel 👍👍👍 keep been like that .

[@jfred1924]

A shower curtain, never would of thought to use such a thing but good call on that. Nice bench build.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thanks so much!! When the fabric department doesn’t have anything good to pick from, always check the curtain/shower curtain department 😉😂😂

[@marcelodamas8337]

Simply and perfect! Wonderful work.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you 👍

[@joemalecki6780]

Nice work !

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you 👍

[@wojciechbogusawski9163]

Once again - magnificent, and so simple :) I thought that You are going to sew the nails in, but You have used just a hammer... another knowledge thanks to You girl :)

[@pteddie6965]

Nice looking project, Shara. Thanks for sharing it.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you so much!

[@ataylor7682]

I love it. I’m doing this next weekend

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Happy building!!

[@olivierg3255]

You’re amazing ! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@WoodshopDiaries]

You’re too kind. Thank you!

[@stevebonner9108]

You did a good job there, well done 👍

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you!

[@ELCADAROSA]

Nice project, Shara. A suggestion - an electric carving knife, like those used for carving turkeys, is great for smoothly and easily cutting foam, especially if doing a bunch of cutting.

[@NormanBrown-y9x]

Thanks for the shower curtain tip. Saved us some money.😃

[@footballextremex3961]

Like your work so much I want to build it too

[@cassandrawilkes]

Freaking amazing! I am not handy, but really want to try!

[@heleomopi]

Nice! Making one soon! Thanks for the video!

[@JARMade]

Very nice, I've been thinking of trying out Upholstery my self on a project or two.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

I love upholstering! I don’t do it very often, but it’s really a lot of fun and this project is pretty easy to start out with...no experience required. You got this! 👍

[@justcaldwell]

Great video. Thank you!

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you 👍

[@seanpatterson1609]

Great job! Thanks for sharing this. You make it look easy.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thanks so much!! That’s because it is easy 😉😉😄

[@sheilaeish]

Wow I think it turned out great also hope you do more upholstery projects eg leather. Love your videos.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

I really enjoy it, so maybe I’ll do a few more in the new year!! 🤞😄

[@robertmoreno3898]

Looks great!!!! nice job!!!

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you 👍

[@sandybush1661]

Good job! That tufting is just too funny :0)

[@IEnjoyCreatingVideos]

Nice job on the upholstered storage bench Shara! Thanks for sharing the video with us!💖👌👍😎JP

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thanks so much for watching!!

[@IEnjoyCreatingVideos]

Your very welcome Shara! Have a great week!😎

[@Angelrulesss]

Awesome, gonna try this today

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Happy building!!

[@kimlugo1440]

This looks fantastic! Thank you !

[@kimlugo1440]

What dimensions did you use?

[@WoodshopDiaries]

You can find all the dimensions in the plans linked in the description 😊👍

[@Toolboxdiva]

This is so nicely done! Fantastic build!

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thanks so much, friend!! 💕💕

[@patrickarchuleta9594]

Awesome young lady God bless.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you so much!

[@Jones572]

Fun to watch🤙🏾💯..Thanks for sharing..

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thanks so much!

[@bach6727]

Good job !

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you 👍

[@lorebeth]

Great video, huge help - thank you!

[@dbird1584]

Just WOW girl!!😮💕💕 You're so very talented👍

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Aww thank you!! 💕💕

[@ifollowjesus1667]

This is awesome! Thank you!

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you so much!

[@makernova8160]

This turned out great! I had actually saved this video for the day I would make something like it myself. That day finally came - I finished just the other day. It was easy and looks really nice. Thanks for the tips!

[@daveramsay8115]

Awesome video!!

[@terrymogashoa3880]

Definitely doing this project asap. Thank you for sharing ❤️

[@VictorAlyCS]

I’m waiting for my kreg rip cut !, hope works really good

[@WoodshopDiaries]

I hope you like it. I use mine ALL the time!

[@RatherPeyton]

Love your videos!

[@samaelmelara9321]

Awesome project. Goes on my list of to-do weekend projects :)

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Happy building!! 😄😄🙌

[@arturoponce7044]

Me encanta este proyecto. Buen trabajo.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you so much! I appreciate it!

[@jakewitte1788]

This looks really nice!

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you 👍

[@azaharamunoz5132]

Great video thank you for sharing

[@custommadecrafts1271]

Love it! Will definately try this! Subscribed!

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Awesome! Thank you! Happy building 🔨🔨

[@kandicepatrick6223]

Wow that is sooo awesome n easy, at least you made it look so😊 Also did you build that bed? Loving it👍

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you! It is easy I promise!! I did build the bed and matching nightstands (and two matching dressers, too!). You can check them all out here: www.woodshopdiaries.com/category/woodworking/diy-furniture-plans/diy-bedroom-furniture-plans/modern-bedroom-set/

[@rayphillips815]

Another simple but quality build! Love that you left your "mistske" in there.... We've ALL done similar, it's just how we recover that matters! Have you considered a track saw instead of the RipCut? My Makita SP6000 track saw gets a lot of use, and super handy when cutting a line that maybe isn't parallel or square due to scribing to existing wall.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thanks so much! I use a rip cut for straight rips like in this video and I use a Kreg AccuCut as basically a track saw. 👍

[@georgelolas2434]

Looks nice! I will try and make one soon :)

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Happy building!

[@georgelolas2434]

@@WoodshopDiaries Thank you very much! Your videos will help me tremendously. I purchased my first tools a few days ago, just a jigsaw and a router. I love woodworking so I may as well try to build some easy stuff for my house :)

[@jeanloreaud9282]

Belle réalisation bravo,j'aime beaucoup,mais je n'ai pas tout compris pour le pliage du tissu, à bientôt salut Jeannot 🛠😉

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you!! 💕💕

[@samme5513]

This is super awesome

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you!!

[@carlosmol62]

Mi carpintera favorita!!!

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you!! 😄

[@KaylaaMariee48]

Is your bed frame in a video?! I love it!!

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you! It is, but it’s an old video 🙈 you can check out the plans and the video here: www.woodshopdiaries.com/diy-modern-bed/

[@jorgeresediz1559]

Nice 👍

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you 👍

[@humble_king1268]

i loveeeeeeeee it

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you! 🙌

[@gedalyahreback2133]

A shower curtain?! Wow, that cuts a massive amount of time out of tracking down fabric. Nice.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Right? I looked all over and couldn’t find anything I liked and happened upon the curtain. Regular window curtains or even blankets would work too! I don’t know why that didn’t occur to me before! 😅

[@louisphilips6169]

Awesome 😊

[@Kkuts37]

Fab!!

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you! 💕💕

[@megg4117]

So cool!

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you 👍

[@strugglebytheday1257]

Just bought plans, little every month. Hope it helps

[@WoodshopDiaries]

These plans were free for this project 👍

[@strugglebytheday1257]

Yes they were. Thank you for that. I purchased others that I wanted to build.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Oh gotcha. I misunderstood. Thank you for your support!

[@strugglebytheday1257]

@@WoodshopDiaries very welcome

[@karenleboeuf8010]

You’re amazing

[@WoodshopDiaries]

You’re too kind. Thank you!

[@rosequill7925]

I never thought about using a curtian that's probably a good idea because upholstery fabric can get super expensive

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Exactly! This saved me quite a bit of money (plus I couldn’t find any fabric I liked as well haha) and I have some leftover I can make matching pillow covers later if I wanted 👍

[@davewilliams355]

Nice one Cher, looks lovely. Shower curtain really ?.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thanks so much!! Sometimes you have to get creative 😉😂😂

[@tomsdreamshopworx]

Great design! I really like you can see the wood at the base. On a sidenote electric or cordless staplers have gotten really inexpensive. If you’re gonna be doing much more upholstery it will really save your wrist and hand.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you! I actually have a pneumatic stapler, I just like this one better (I know, I’m weird 😅)

[@johnbatasin1734]

Hello. I’m a fan of your work. I was wondering if you created a diy of the bed frame? I didn’t find one on your list. Thank you!

[@WoodshopDiaries]

I did! Here are the plans www.woodshopdiaries.com/diy-modern-bed/

[@merrynridley770]

Everything went well except I couldn't nail the tacks in for tufting. Maybe my foam was too thick. Is there another easy way to do this? Thanks Shara this was a great project.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Maybe your foam was too dense? Or you could be bending the tacks when you tap them in. I bent a couple, but for the most part, they went in and are still holding fine almost a year later. You can try to staple the spot down first, then tap the tack over the staple

[@DavidLee-cw6ci]

Very impressive attention to detail! Question: do those buttons expand as you drive them in? If not do they not wiggle themselves loose after a time?

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Had it for well over a year now and none have come loose. We use it daily when we sit down to put on our shoes.

[@michaellpeterson]

Nicely done. Do you have any thoughts about adding arms at one or both ends to make it a lounger?

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you! You could do that for sure. You could add them before upholstery and just upholstery around them or after and leave them wooden.

[@jessetracey4852]

sick 🤘🏼

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Thank you 👍