I Built A $9,000 Outdoor Sofa Set For $492... Let Me Teach You How

[@MurDocInc]

10 years ago, I built a outdoor sofa for $600. Lounges on both ends, adjustable back rests, and cushions. Made it out of ceder 2x4s and 1x6s, simple 90 degree cuts and few hinges. The day I was finishing it up in the garage, a neighbor walked by and offered to buy it, I sold it for $2000 and built another one for myself.

[@thechamp5281]

Plans?🙏

[@MurDocInc]

@@thechamp5281 I found an old sketchup file, it's missing hardware and whole adjustable backrest mechanism. I would take a picture but currently the bench is at the cottage. For now here's the file: drive.google.com/file/d/1ypHfvunt31LW55lq7dbYY92WsZhvadqF/view?usp=sharing

[@dottielynch9763]

65 yo lady here. I made this for my son. Two chairs and the sofa. The first chair uses a 25” cushion but the 2nd chair and the sofa were made for 24” cushions. Had a lot of challenges since I was working on a 5x15’ patio but I finished the project and am super proud. Oh btw I didn’t buy the plans but I did listen to this video numerous times.

[@vernonbarbee1351]

No school like old school. Nice to see I'm not the only one with such high tech design hardware. Hands down my favorite KZbin channel!

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Wow, thanks!

[@vernonbarbee1351]

@@MatthewPeechWoodworking Thank you and any crew. your plans are awesome! God bless you and yours Mr. Peech!

[@michaelgasperik4319]

Last year, I was the maintenance guy for an adolescent boys drug and alcohol rehab facility. Teenage boys tear up everything, and my boss was tired of buying 8 new couches every year. So I built 8 "couches" very similar to your design. They were built for strength, so I used 2x4 and 2x6 for everything. And I built them to fit the abundance of couch cushions we had left from current and old couches. Also, I cut all the pieces and then stained all the pieces before assembly. I did take pictures of the first one, "the test couch," that I fully made before making all 7 others at one time.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Very nice!

[@thereseboogades8498]

Awesome! I bet your boss was thrilled with you!

[@kevinjensen9817]

Love how you break this stuff down and you show mistakes so we can learn from them also and shows you are human. Keep up the great work

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

We all make mistakes. If someone wants you to think they are perfect... run. lol

[@dnikkithebest]

I love that you still actually do builds on your channel. A lot of other channels have moved towards just reviewing tools and things instead of building. Im newbie, so I appreciate having tutorials to look at

[@NancyHafler]

Many years ago(1980s) my husband made furniture similar to that, and I made the cushions. Thanks for inspiring me! I may try it again😊

[@theothermarshal]

My wife and I visited Shipshewana, IN recently and the Amish had composite furniture for sale everywhere. It was some high dollar stuff for sure. They were also able to finish the edges pretty nicely which is not a typical thing for composite decking materials and I noticed they referred to it as 'poly' furniture.

[@TallChic007]

Anytime I see something crafted from wood I literally stop and study it's components and other characteristics. Like you Matt, I see I can make (usually better!) and usually try if it's something I can attempt economically. I enjoy seeing budget builds turn into true craftman creations using most any type of wood. Thanks for sharing how I think...like you. 😎👌

[@ckershner74]

This set looks great I might have to build a set especially once I show my wife this video. The one thing I think I might add is s pair of support legs in the middle of the sofa to deal with the flex I know will happen with my kids on it lol.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Great tip! Enjoy! Everyone that has seen this at our house already has said that they are going to build one for their house too. They are roomy and very comfortable seating.

[@cewaffles]

I was thinking this as well. I'd add center support on the longer ones, like the sofa style.

[@greenrockgarden2851]

Oh yes! Patio furniture is sooo expensive. I don’t even want to admit how much I’ve spent over the years. You’re so talented and kind to share your builds.

[@mikelknight799]

Awesome video, clear step by step operation. Just like Bob Ross you make it look easy and like I can do that myself, even with happy little mistakes. My wife is always looking or buying the most uncomfortable out door furniture. I'm definitely building these. I built the out door arbor nearly 2+ years ago for my daughter and she loves it and it still looks as good as the day it was built. Thanks.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Thanks! Awesome on the Arbor and you know I love me some Bob Ross.

[@RareRiddemz]

These look amazing! Building to fit the cushions is a great tip to reduce costs on oversized cushions. I especially like the unique design using 1x material. Every other creator tends to use 2x and/or 4x and they're nice but it's nice to have an alternative option. Thank you for that!

[@jmoe6402]

👍🏽 I too built my patio furniture because two main reasons, one is as the ridiculous prices and the other was most of them are made low quality slapped together in a factory as fast as they can go and fall apart after a few years of use. Besides I had fun doing it!😁

[@DIYer7157happydiyer]

Fantastic build. I frequently go to my local garden centre and take pictures of their expensive garden furniture and try to make them myself. Not just garden furniture but planters etc. They turn out a lot cheaper and usually as good or better than the store bought. My wife is the supervisor even though she is still trying to work out what a hammer is for.

[@MyGrowthRings]

Matthew, I'd live to see the "Big and Tall" version of these as a follow-up. Perhaps with the 2x stock you mentioned, and the pocket screw connecting the bottom look like they would have a LOUD response to me sitting down! Great vid as always.

[@rickyjohnson5752]

I Love the look of these and will likely be building some for our outdoor space

[@natepeterson7145]

@Matthew Peech I was told to tighten your drill and loosen it up on click and it'll lock in the chuck and keep your drill bit from coming out. They say it works on most drills.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

I've heard that as well. Guess it's time to give it a try lol.

[@brucewelty7684]

Hmmm a possible work around to fix a ubiquitous problem on useless keyless chucks.

[@WinterSo1dier]

Nice set! A couple suggestions (hope you don’t mind)… 1)the seat and back supports you added to the couch were placed flat. If you had them on edge they’d make it a lot sturdier. 2) the arms had no support either. Being made from 1” thick boards they’ll have some give. Putting a board on edge underneath (centered, maybe 2-2 1/2” wide) adds support for when people use them to lower themselves or get up out of the furniture. Could even use that tapered cutoff from the seat back if it’s long enough 😁

[@EddieStarks-k4i]

This the only Chanel that I have subscribed to. And I watch a lot of wood working videos. Keep up the good work.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Wow, thanks! Much appreciated.

[@liljack313]

I literally just finished designing this in Sketchup because I couldn't find anyone doing a DIY of it on KZbin. Thanks for the tutorial!

[@andrewgehling6566]

Great video, as always! I like that you don't edit your mistakes and you show how to correct it

[@CaptainKseadog1]

Building mine out of locally milled Cedar full dimension for even cheaper. A friend is a seamstress who offered to do the labor on the cushions for a chair.😮 Love your channel, thanks Matt!

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Very nice! Even better!

[@sbush1978]

I like this a lot more than the one I built last spring. Might have to build another! Great video

[@markglabinski526]

Just gorgeous!! I’m now thinking of this. Thanks!!

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Have fun! and thank you

[@larryodom8193]

Hands down my favorite KZbin channel!

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Thank you!

[@jlathem56]

Such an awesome project. I especially like that they are all basically the same plans, just have to adjust the lengths.

[@stanp6383]

Beautiful My wife and I were talking about me building a outdoor set

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Thank you! No excuses now lol.

[@stanp6383]

@@MatthewPeechWoodworking very true lol Thank you

[@brendaoberle2001]

Excellent!! This is what l've been looking for or wanting!! Thank you so much for sharing this build. Now all you need to do is build matching side table and coffee table!! Have a great day!!

[@Kenny-Whisnant]

This looks like a great project. Thank you for showing us this build!

[@loki3050]

Nice build, gonna have to show this to the Wife. I'd love to see you take on building your own LoveSac indoor sectional sofa.

[@guybowers9094]

Matt, you did a great job on this one for sure. Always appreciate how toy do a step by step build process in the videos, which is great to review even for someone who has plans in the hand

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

I just want anyone to be able to make my builds... some folks might not have the extra $ for plans... no need to keep people from getting into woodworking over something like that.

[@larrystone5749]

Great job and design thx for sharing Keep building and creating amazing projects

[@wardsdotnet]

If you hide a couple 2x4s inside the bottom you can add a LOT of strength without changing the look

[@jnicholson061905]

I havent built my actual furniture yet, but a trick for saving money on the cushions.. buy them towards the end of the summer with plans to build the furniture in the spring. I have a scratch-and-dent/overstock type of furniture store about 45 minutes away, and i got a bunch of the larger 25" (and they're THICK) bottom cushions, matching back cushions, and a few matching decorative cushions. Paid $10 each for the bottom and back cushions, and $3 each for the little ones. All a beautiful blue, thick, high quality. This way, i can build my furniture to the specs of the cushions i was able to afford, instead of building the furniture and getting stuck with being forced to overspend on cushions that would fit. I got lucky and found big ones for cheap!

[@jnicholson061905]

Also scored a huge matching patio umbrella and stand for practically nothing at the same trip there.

[@cheriecornwell9786]

That zombie fly...😂 great teaching video. Thank u.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Superuper0383]

Imagine the margin they are earning great job man you're amazing ❤

[@jonathan2585]

Your awesome dude I love the way you explain stuff, you very passionate about sharing your skills with others much respect

[@teresas3550]

Wish I could give this 10 👍! Very sweet build!

[@shellylemons]

It’s amazing how you can only pay 10% of what they are charging for the same and it looks so much better.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Yes! Thank you

[@shellylemons]

@@MatthewPeechWoodworking I sent the video to my son. He enjoys working with his hands and he has CAD experience.

[@amsohn1]

Totally awesome! Thanks Matthew! Blessings ❤

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

You are so welcome

[@ericjohnson8364]

This is awesome thanks

[@danielreynolds9631]

Thank you Matthew for another awesome informative video!

[@joegutierrez4197]

Awesone build Matthew! Blessings!!!

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Thanks!

[@curtisaitken7027]

So I’ve got to build 2 sofas BUT I want them back to back to fit over a pipe. (Long story short is our home is on stilts. The pipe for the septic tank goes across the deck I’ve built under the house. I want to hide this 6 inch pipe by building the couch’s over the pipe.) I also want to use the space between the two and under the seats to store the pillows in the event of hurricane. I am thinking piano type hinges Any suggestions from the peanut gallery?

[@jeanniewright2554]

Love this set! Glad I can upholster!

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Yes!

[@GWCLLC]

I live about 40 minutes south of Atlanta and a 1x12x8 is $26.63 at the Blue and the orange store!! WTH?! Great design BTW. Thanks for sharing!

[@jfide650]

$16.33 big box store Cleveland area.

[@brucewelty7684]

Same in central Florida

[@theoriginalmonstermaker]

Still only 5 bills for the frames... even with nice pillows you're under 1K. And if youre building to sell, you can easily flip it for 2 and make a grand a day.

[@adirymind30]

If you tighten the drill all the way down with the bit in it and then back if of one "click" it will lock it down so there is less of a chance to for the bit to slip out when using it.

[@dcruicks1]

You are awesome!!

[@davepillow8478]

I always look forward to your videos. I watch them a lot. Unfortunately I don’t have the craftsmanship to make some of them. I do a lot of smalls. ( flags , signs, etc. ) but I admire your talent. Thanks for sharing!!!

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

You can do it!

[@codacreator6162]

Cushion prices like SC Johnson Paste Wax… insane.

[@thereseboogades8498]

Awesome! So glad I found your channel today; i subscribed right away! Im so looking forward to learning with you & im a girly girl. I think I can build some of your easier projects; it will be fun trying. Thanks so much from Virginia Beach, VA 😊

[@heathergarrett5076]

I've been watching for a few now, and I appreciate giving your viewers the skinny on making money with designer ideas for real folk. I have minimal cash and a very small house trailer. Could you design a vertical corner piece to hold various size mason jars. I need to protect my herbal apothecary from the heat and sun. Ty if you decide to help with this project. I'm sure others can use for herb growing.

[@ventureoutdoorswithkirk]

Another great project!! Better than most of the futon couches people buy, hey there you go your next project a better futon.

[@larryfollin429]

Great project. Need to get my "shop" in order. 😊

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

You can do it!

[@PaulMeyette]

I started watching your channel when you collaborated with Jimmy DiResta. Been watching ever since. Great content, great projects, great instruction. Solid work Matthew

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Thank you so much!

[@bridgetb3480]

More stuff for the patio I want to build! Maybe you will need to show us how to build a patio extension next, so I can have a place to put all these ideas!

[@dominicchappell1399]

Love this style.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Thanks!

[@jessehoffman1044]

for the slat supports on the bottom for the couch/loveseat, would it have been better to turn the supports and add 2-4 more so that the face of the board wasn't supporting but the edge - therefor giving it more strength? Just curious as I am still a beginner woodworker.

[@PaulO-mv6ku]

Great job and great video

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Thanks!

[@justinsmith9731]

Love it, you are awesome

[@larrymorrison904]

Love this channel!

[@FredSomerlot]

Thanks for the video, love the information and your knowledge.

[@Crazy_Newf_101]

Nice, easy build. Not sure about the pocket holes that are heading towards the end of the boards, like the vertical board at the end of the arm rest.

[@josephperez7995]

Great video like always.. love the way you break down the price from 2x4 to 2x10.. can you add how long it takes you to make it. I think it would help a beginner on having a good idea on how long it should take them.. ex it took you 16 hrs to make all 3 and for a beginner maybe 18 or 20 hours. I think it well help the starting out woodworking confidence. Great job 👏

[@bradbroadstock-x3j]

Love it other channels are giving you advertising also

[@kris_kreations]

Awesome build

[@JohnathanAulabaugh]

So great looking outdoor furniture for sure. For the arms, would it be beneficial to add a 3 in board on edge under the arm board to help fight bowing?

[@donscottvansandt4139]

I think when your drill has a good break on it when you let off the trigger the centrifugal force of the chuck loosens it ? My good snap-on does it every time. Very agitating!

[@mariamorieko7008]

I think to round out the back yard build we need plans for some matching end tables as well as a giant table with seating to eat at😂

[@osvaldocordova4033]

Such an awesome video Matt! How about a matching coffee table and end tables, that would be great for the next video!🎉😊

[@ToddBizCoach]

Put polyaspartic resin on all areas touching the concrete. This will preserve ends from wearing down.

[@rhkips]

That looks slick! I see a lot of this type of outdoor furniture built with 2x6s and even 4x4s, and it makes this style stick out even more! I have some reservations about 3/4" knotty pine in this application, I'm kind of worried it's too soft with too much movement to hold up long-term. I think I'm going to build a similar chair as a test piece, taking your advice to fit a 24x24" cushion, and sneak some 2x material into areas they won't be seen. I also wonder about using 1x or 2x pressure treated material, cut into little triangles to fit at the end of the legs, just to keep the end grain out of the water! Thank you for this spectacular video! I love the design, and it definitely got the gears turning in my head! :)

[@glitterfactory1]

These are very nice.... Was this "grey" stain? Is it solid color? Im not familiar with staining.... And by chance,Do you wood putty the knots to give them a sleek, smooth look... or do you have suggestions? Did you clear coat yours with clear paint? Or a urethane coating? For longevity.... I want to give these a good color, but make it worth the effort for longevity. I appreciate your time and love the videos. I've recently built the condement mini table; the papertowel mini table; and the squirrel (corn peg) table style to...also started a planter the black frame/cedar sides/w bottom shelf.... Thank you for your time and any help😉✔💯

[@darrellnazar5940]

Fantastic video. Thank you Mathew

[@allisonwoods6161]

Thank you as always for showing us how to simply make an item that looks way better and definitely cheaper. My to do list is growing exponentially 😅

[@robertmiles388]

I really enjoy your videos. I just wish you had classes on using power, tools, and tools really in depth. Nothing that would be a great adventure for you and I would definitely enjoy it.

[@kevinwilson5363]

I love these. Now, how can we make them rock and spin? Lol I like the swing idea as well.

[@ginsoakedolive6529]

Glad to see im not the only who has the bit randomly fall out of the chuck on the dewalt cordless

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

It happens lol

[@carolinepaltz324]

Just a heads up, foam is very expensive so be prepared to pay for good, better, or best when it comes to those cushions!

[@mikecampingforfun5226]

Matt, your amazing

[@johnswarthout1962]

Mr Peech I very much enjoy your videos and getting close to having a useable work shop, so I can start working with wood. I really like this project and would like to make this as one of my first projects, please keep in mind that I’m not very experienced, I’m tall and older in yrs and one thing that I would like is to make taller furniture so I don’t have to bend down so far to set, so if I ordered the plans how hard would it be to modify to make them taller and maybe a little heavier duty maybe.

[@jeffp5991]

Fantastic video. Thanks for the step-by-step details. What do you think about buying 2x and resawing it for this?

[@karenbulman6702]

I made a chair and couch myself for my deck.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

nice!

[@randy7084]

Nice, love the look of the furniture. What would be a good stain or oil to finish the material with?

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Pic a stain of your choice and finish with a spar urathane

[@randomer6686]

Hi Matthew my name is also Matthew...great videos as always from your channel I like the way you do things and explain to us all out there your very thoughtful and it's helps people so thank you so much for that Matthew and greetings from across the pond here in England UK, please could you tell me if I also use 1 x material then what size pocket screws would be best thanks again and keep this awesome channel going best wishes

[@RAcreativewoodworks]

I been watching for a long time and buy all your plans. Thanks for the videos 🎉🎉🎉

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@garyhall813]

Awesome build!

[@eagle2D2]

You could add cup holders and phone holders to add a twist to it.

[@geemcdee]

How is this still holding up? I need to replace my indoor couch, would this build be strong enough for everyday use?

[@brucewelty7684]

@13:11 why not let the machine stabilize the work and cut the angle with the flat face down and the saw head rotated?

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

You could do that as well with the bevel.

[@ScottBendigo]

Please make a video on laser etching and the different type of etching machines and techniques

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Thanks for the idea but that is not my speciality at all.

[@dominicscardino2304]

what do you think the weight limit on this would be about? just wondering if i should try it with 2" thick material instead

[@TheBudliner]

you know there’s a trick with the drillbit, you crank it down tight and then back it off one click and it locks.

[@corypeter739]

I love the design, but worry about heavier folks (like myself) pushing down on the middle of that 1x arm rest over and over to get up and down. Is it sturdy enough as it is? Think I might add a support board under it (if I ever get around to building these).

[@dianes2300]

I was thinking that too. My dad and my best friend, who is a big guy, use furniture to get up and down and I could see those arms snapping in no time. Think I'll use 2x4s!!

[@tonyhansen655]

Some things must be cheaper in the U.S. Here in Aus, the cushion foam alone would cost >$400. Ditto having custom outdoor cushion covers made. Throw in the timber and finish, and it's be surprised if I could build this for

[@daltongieber198]

So I bought the plans and after looking over how much lumber i would have to buy, even with my 10% off and the bulk discount its going to run me well over 600 just in lumber at home depot. Do you have somewhere else you're getting your lumber from?

[@rogerk6180]

What kind of wood was the 8 grand set made from? Probably not just pine i'm guessing.

[@martinparmer]

Would these fit into the "missionary style" of furniture? Also, These would be great for including a hidden compartment somewhere. Perhaps on the arms or under the back cap?

[@MrDmorgan52]

I have a sawmill close by that specializes in cypress; light and lasts forever! Last 1x4's I bought from him were $6.00 each. Hmmm.........