The $15 Fifteen Minute Bench - Easy DIY Project

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[@Rayzzia]

MUY buena calidad, el texto imagenes. kzbin.infoUgkxbnOKZBE4evMO5V2vroHeCjq6d_MV6wJO Un manuel muy completo y trabajado. Resulta muy práctico. Para principiantes y profesionales. Lo recomiendo

[@ThePennysee]

My 12 yr old grandson is autistic and he fell in love with building doing 2 of these benches for his Mom . Thank you so much for sharing these videos They turned out Beautifully

[@TheRehabLife]

That is so cool! Thank you for sharing!

[@ThePennysee]

Thank you

[@sls97123]

If you’re using any softwood (pine, for, etc) the stain will absorb in patchy areas. That can be great if you want the rustic look in the video. If your space requires something with a more even look, apply pre-stain conditioner to your wood. It will allow the stain to absorb evenly, and give you a great showroom type look. Also make sure to sand, sand, sand, and sand some more in gradually increasing grit if you want a more polished look. Great bench, great plans, great videos!

[@GeorgiosB]

I really like how you guys have the Lego like instructions showing the pieces before you build it. Thanks for making it simpler for us.

[@boseifrit5480]

I still love legos ngl 😂

[@margaretgomez8643]

100% agree!!! Great instructions and video

[@blancasandoval9274]

0000⁰000

[@crooklyngirl7522]

word

[@terrydunnings6657]

Very clean lines, I love it guys nice job...

[@arlenekarr8983]

I love how easy your projects are plus you don't have to have a lot of expensive fancy power tools. Thank you so much.

[@drew7481]

Team, I have to apologize. I totally grabbed this idea years ago and put a beautiful bench outside in our townhouse community but forgot to drop a comment. It’s added an incredible amount of warmth and character to the common area. Thank you so much for everything.

[@TheRehabLife]

Wow, thanks so much for the comment!

[@FreedomPrivilege]

Really like your channel and the projects. More importantly, love to see couples and family (pets included) working and being productive together, makes for healthy relationships. Keep up the good work! Greetings from the Netherlands.

[@mariam1980]

I've literally watched 100's of DIY's, and this is by far the easiest to make, most simple to understand and the fastest! You ROCK!, and obviously have a new subscriber!

[@thornbottle]

its easy to make because its a very bad build that wont stand up to much heavy use. There is no strength in this build, she didnt even make sure the legs were square with eachother. If you are going to do a job, do it well, not half arsed otherwise you will end up with a poor quality piece of crap.

[@jd2161]

It's easy to make because that bench will wobble and break easily

[@djtblizzle]

It’s called a 15 minute bench because that’s about how long it will last. Lol! Decorative use only, I doubt seriously that this will hold up to any real use.

[@mrtv777]

@@thornbottle Tell us how you really feel

[@ashleighcakes74]

@@mrtv777 Right! We're not trying to be Bob the Builder. Just some cute knickknacks🥴

[@mulekickhandmadeguitars8465]

Very Simple. Very easy. Very straightforward. Very well done. Anyone could have benches for a patio party in no time at all....and very cheaply. I like it.

[@neplatnyudaj110]

I don't think this would be very safe as a bench. It could quite easily fold to the side.

[@urbanrat84]

Hey guys, new subscriber here. I just love your videos and I can't wait to see more! Last week I didn't even have the confidence to hammer some nails and now I'm planning on making some planter boxes and buying a drill - you make the projects very simple for beginners like me. Keep it up!

[@erichepperle5902]

Your step by step clearly showing of the needed limber cut pieces and dimensions is invaluable. You have a new SUBSCRIBER!

[@JRod527763]

This has come in very handy. I've made 10 of these now for the school plays that we've done. They're amazingly versatile.

[@TheRehabLife]

Wow that's awesome! Glad they've worked out so well

[@gisellelimaylui710]

I love this design, but the bench is not steady, what i did wrong ?

[@amandakatzer6120]

I would like to say thank you, because of your easy diy video i have a beautiful kitchen bench to go with my kitchen table now! I did throw in an extra middle piece on the legs and then another leg in the middle! But if it wasn’t for your video and measurements I would of never known what i should get or do so i thank you! ♥️

[@fernandocantu6966]

Thank you for uploading this video. Im new to wood working. I'm going to make this bench for my wife garden.👍

[@TheRehabLife]

Good luck with the upcoming project!

[@jaimebarrett8308]

*TopFineWoodworking. Com* is a fantastic website about wood working. I took various classes as well as finished a one year diploma in carpentry at a local tech college; this is much better than any book I worked out of during those lessons. It explains everything regarding woodworking as well as complements it with helpful photos.?

[@mmower9480]

Thanks for the vid! Made one last night, these plans were VERY helpful!!

[@alondragarcia7120]

Thank you for this tutorial! I just finished my bench and feel so accomplished and it was so easy!

[@jvivianeli9890]

Thank you so much for making this so easy. Everything is so clear. I just built 2 benches for the fire pit. Now I'm hooked on building this kind of projects around my house. Best video ever!

[@thomaspitts5161]

I JUST completed this project today(10/23/18) to go with my farmhouse table. I will make another bench tomorrow. Thanks for these great videos. My total price was $18.76. The most expensive part was the screws. If not for that I would have come in under $10 since I already had sandpaper and stain from when I did the table. For this job Home Depot did all of my cuts for free.

[@TheRehabLife]

Thanks for watching!

[@jackelinharo4755]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing 😊

[@jennifernoname369]

I didn't even think about having the wood cut for me, making this even more simple! Great tip!

[@TheEMC99]

Oh my word what a great idea! My table is missing 2 chairs, this is brilliant! Thank you!!!

[@rorycooke7465]

@@ShahidKhan-rr8oh WHAT THE FUCK.

[@sandrarthornton]

I am going to use this idea for an entryway table. Will just make the legs taller. 😊👍 Thanks for such quick, easy and beautiful project tutorials.❤

[@phenomenalgirl]

LOVE this! About to make for my daughters room. So excited!!

[@vinniemass]

Omg, what a beautiful bench....I would marry that bench...

[@issa12375]

Just build mine today I love it. I was going to pay for a used bench $100. Thank you so much. Loved the video!

[@kaceecochran3336]

Used this to make a breakfast nook. Added backs to the benches and used this same design for a table. Turned out perfectly and only took an hour. And this is my first diy! Please keep sharing. I love it!

[@TheRehabLife]

Congrats on your first DIY!

[@mulekickhandmadeguitars8465]

I wish to pay you guys a compliment. You both are very good at showing people, who may not have much money to spend, exactly how to make/build some really nice pieces for their home that are very simple and easy for them to build, without buying a lot of expensive tools. When I say this, I'm thinking of young couples who are just starting out and trying to furnish their new home or apartment. Your videos are the best. Keep up your good work.

[@chrislrob]

I made this bench last year. My wife loved it and brought it into the house as an accent piece in the doorway! Thanks!

[@jd2161]

An accent because it can't be used regularly as a chair. It will wobble and break

[@chrislrob]

@@jd2161 Only we use it all of them tie. We've had it for two years now. Have you tried one?

[@Yosanhdesigns]

I love your DIY videos, just so simple and doesn't require all the things like the kreg jig kits (will purchase later on), excessive tools and equipment. Your videos are so helpful, with the cut list and material list so easily put I just took it straight to the store to get it cut. I built the industrial farm table and I receive so many compliments on it. Thank you!

[@michaelmontemayor6434]

how is your table holding up? any issues?

[@Yosanhdesigns]

Michael Montemayor It's great! my brother uses it to do his homework almost daily with no problems ...hope that help :)

[@michaelmontemayor6434]

Im thinking of using kreg jig to add a little more support

[@michaelmontemayor6434]

But I like there projects... They keep it simple

[@Yosanhdesigns]

Michael Montemayor Yeah that's a good idea, I don't have one at the moment so I love the simplicity of their tutorials until I decide to get one. Try it for sure!

[@kristanvw7708]

how convenient, I had to go to Menards tomorrow anyway lol. I need a bench for my entryway, I love your IKEA one, but that was a tad too long, but I'll be able to make this guy fit just right, great design!

[@Sleepyhead1258]

My husband and I made one today. The bench has turned out to look fantastic. We are extremely happy with it. Thank you for your amazing tutorial video !

[@pecanrican1999]

Just finished building this with my dad and it’s awesome. Just needs staining!

[@RobertGarcia-yg9cf]

I would like to thank you for your easy to build DIY videos I was inspired by you to build two bench's for my Deck and backyard and they came out great.

[@TheWillOfFenris]

I love it so simple!! Excited to do this with my family this summer.

[@Pippinm7]

Thank you so so much! I just did this for our laundry room which has shiplap oddly and it looks great 👍 ! My wife loves it!

[@anissanash3439]

I made this last week but shortened it to double as a coffee table. It was my first woodwork project and it was so easy to make. Now, I think I want to try the patio couch. Thank you for the simple tutorial.

[@marymendoza3351]

U guys do some incredible and simple work! Nice job u go girl😉

[@floyd4311]

Just found your channel as I was looking for a simple, sturdy bench for my work shop. Great video guys! Thank you.

[@randomlybruh]

Thank you so much! I've made 3 for my house. Front porch, back patio and inside foyer area with 3 heavy duty storage bins underneath for shoes.

[@davidrousse5991]

love your work! showing helps me so much, thank you.

[@dslats715]

Just got done building mine. Followed instructions all the way. I also added an additional 2x4 (44 inch long) between the bottom legs. Thanks for great video :). Will say pre-stain took me about 2 hrs. Still fun and simple

[@Bingoye]

This is good idea!

[@chrissyram3297]

I love your videos I am so inspired glad I found you on KZbin. I am making a table for my plants. I needed something small enough to put between my couch and window. I got a piece of scrap wood for free, and had the store cut legs for me. Glad I kept all my scrap pieces they will come in handy. I wasn’t quite sure how I would put it together until I found your videos. I will be putting it together this week. Thank you both!

[@TheRehabLife]

That sounds like a great project, thanks for watching!

[@jaylarson5244]

Saw the video yesterday - made the bench today. Seriously - it's done and sitting in my kitchen right now. Aweseomely simple and looks great - thanks!

[@SeekerOfLight]

This is a cute simple design, and I appreciate your efforts in making the video. One big thing I didn't see is anywhere you screwed you NEED wood glue. The screws are going to loosen up over time and technically they're only there to hold tight until the glue sets and makes the full bond. I've learned this the hard way on other projects. Anyone wanting to make this, use glue on any surface that you have held together with screws.

[@faithchamness5810]

I'm trying to make this bench less unstable, what would you suggest adding to it other than wood glue on the screwed joints? Thanks

[@SeekerOfLight]

@@faithchamness5810The glue will help tremendously but if you're looking to get a little fancy you can use dowels as a joiner between the each of the 2x8 boards. It's a classic/strong/cheap way or doing it. But your holes nee to be precise, so that can be harder than other methods. If you don't have a router or a table saw to create a tongue and groove, or a biscuit joiner. It's the way to go. Just remember, put glue in the holes and on the dowels themselves. Then clamp them together for at least 15min but I normally wait overnight before working with it to give the glue time to really set up. Also, you can't in this design, but if you have a different style legs, then you can gusset them with a little triangle of wood to add to the lateral support.

[@faithchamness5810]

@@SeekerOfLight thank you so much, I was leaning towards the wooden dowels. I tried screws last time and I kept stripping them out.

[@SeekerOfLight]

@@faithchamness5810 you may need a different screw? One with more aggressive fluting...think deck screw, kinda. Anyway, glad I could help 😁

[@angelamc3532]

If I wanted to add on a back to this bench. So I can lean back. How do you attach more wood to the bench to make a back?? Is there a video for that

[@fjon4060]

Another great idea for my deck. I will need to replace the 2x4 legs to 2x6. A lot of friends and family have big guts and butts. 😳 Thank you, for all you great ideas. 👍

[@jessicacalderon-rico89]

F Jon Big guts and butts :-D Why be thinner when you can get more dinner?

[@alexisv088]

Thanks!!!! Your video helped me make the perfect entryway bench at my own specific measurements!!!

[@theresmore2learn516]

Love you two! I will be making this!

[@thomaspitts5161]

I came back to this video 02/04/19. I modified the design a bit and made a step stool out of scrap wood. Works like a charm

[@TheRehabLife]

Awesome, glad it worked out!

[@Studd1986]

Nice video, lots of ideas for my own home. 👍🏻 🤜🏻🤛🏻

[@chrislrob]

I made one of these over the weekend. Love it! Thanks!

[@kurayami121]

This is great! Most of the diy bench projects I was finding were 200+ dollars... This is exactly what I was looking for

[@ManualidadesParaTiYusmari]

Me encanto

[@thebword1409]

Keeping it simple, that's what I'm talking about!

[@delightskinner]

LOVE LOVE LOVE how simple and easy to understand you made this video. Thank you!!!

[@hyacinthcross6729]

I love it! It is so simple. Thanks for sharing

[@capnbobretired]

I thought I'd throw my two cents in. I made two of the benches. I'm pleased with them. I put four coats of water based spar polyurethane on them after sanding and rounding the edges a bit. I received a few critiques about my work not rising to fine cabinetry, but I wasn't making a Hepplewhite sideboard. I wanted some inexpensive benches to place next to a campfire that might get left out in the rain a couple times. The low cost, and ease of construction really appealed to me. I thank you for posting the video and I thought it was shot very well. Me? I'm a belt and suspenders sort of guy so I put glue on the 2X4 pieces before putting the screws in, and I used a finishing nail to hold the pieces together where I wanted them before pre-drilling the holes for the deck screws I used. I hope no one perceives these suggestions as criticisms, because as I said, I liked the video and it inspired me to make THEIR version of a bench instead of one of the other 6 or 7 benches shown on youtube.

[@odessy0000]

capnbobretired I am thinking of making this bench. Like you, I too found this version much simpler than other videos on youtube. However, I wish to know whether this will hold up in strength, over the years or not. How much load can it hold? Most importantly, whats your opinion on it, since you've already made this.

[@pershop4950]

I think that's the important thing to remember. This is not some bench that we are going to sell at a trade show for hundreds of dollars. It is a simple bench that we might use on the patio or fireplace area, and it might even get left outside in the weather a lot. Or it might be used to put plants on it, so that we raised up the plants by about 16" instead of having them on the ground. As such, this kind of quick design for 15-30 mins of cutting and construction time, is quite useful.

[@thomaspitts5161]

@@odessy0000 Hi. I don' know about total load but I have two benches I use regularly at my kitchen table. It can easily hold 450 lbs. at least. It can probably hold much more but I have never had more than two adults on a bench at one time.

[@capnbobretired]

@@odessy0000 I weigh in over 350 lbs. After 2 years I am having to go back and use lag bolts from the top of the bench to get a better bite into the legs. The screws and glue did not give enough bite and the legs separated from the bottom side of the bench. The poly urethane is holding up well. I am not as pleased with the design, but then maybe big guys should look to another design.

[@jamesmitchell6288]

capnbobretired would a lower center support help or is it just too much weight? Thank you

[@Allie-vs1qy]

Thank you for this! I’m gonna make a plant stand this weekend and this video helped a lot

[@urbanlumberjack]

This is super cool! Built this out of what I had on hand (1 2x4 and 1 2x12). Finished it by rounding over the edge and my wife loves it!

[@TheRehabLife]

awesome!

[@colinr5186]

forget the critics....this is the most cost efficient , solid bench. I got my wood pre cut to the dimensions given it took me 1.5 hours to build, which was great (i added wood glue)....Love my bench (about to build another one for some friends)......Thank you @therehablife.

[@TheRehabLife]

Thanks for watching!

[@jojo22183]

Nice job! I am a beginner and this looks fun. I might use pocket screws on the legs, countersink bit for the bench seat and add a third leg. My friends and I are a bit heft so the bench will have to put in some work!

[@kookoo4mike]

I hv made two very large benches w three legs and two small tables with this design concept. And they came out great and fast! Thanks for sharing. 🙏🏻

[@peajay3557]

great video as always. I would love to see you guys build a storage bench for a dining room table. thanks.

[@Achala148]

Hi thank you for that great simple idea. Just one question, what stops lateral movement in the leg part?

[@afamari]

good job!

[@arnaldorivera380]

Made these except in 8 foot for my gym. Followed your instruction but added a leg in the middle. They came out great. Thanks for this video. Saved me hundreds.

[@TheRehabLife]

Awesome, glad they worked out for you!

[@MNZGA57]

Love the way you make it all so very easy. Thankyou and God bless you.

[@Qriusme]

I'm someone who built something similar, and want to point out something. When you buy stock 2x4 or 2x6, they are not always flat, and may be different widths. You want to make sure you use ones that are as flat as possible, or you will need a planer (expensive) to flatten them. Secondly, make a cross brace. Not having it is pretty, but in terms of functionality, you will get some wobble if you don't cross brace the legs, even simple small ones from the side of the leg to the seat (45 degrees).

[@TheSwedishSousChef]

Here in May of 2021 you’ll need to take a loan out to buy that wood.

[@thesmithss4365]

😂 wood literally cost me $12

[@lizbratcher2919]

I just did this project and it was less than $20. Benches made from solid wood are way more expensive than that to buy. It really was a cheap and easy project.

[@landomilknhoney]

Support small business go to a lumber/saw mill, instead!

[@Dankfest0311]

HAHAHAHAHAHAHA

[@iCantLogOut]

🤣🤣

[@raghunandhans4200]

you guys are amazing. looking for a wall. mount stand, hope you guys have any new project coming soon.

[@jessicawaller8280]

Genius!! You’ve inspired another DIYer thanks so much

[@mirjamkalisz6466]

Love it! I saw already others asking what is this beautiful color called? It would be nice to know. Thank you!

[@lone_tree_01]

I believe they use Honey 272 most of the time.

[@ThePaigeKTurner]

I'd love to see you guys do a hall tree with cubbies! Love all your videos 😊

[@patricialeon4623]

I made my bench yesterday! Came out amazing, thank you very much for the video. Easy to follow

[@phildahchasi362]

So easy that I went to home depot and just built this. Thank you so much! I love it

[@batman1169]

Good job! When I started the video is said 4:55 min long! Love the editing to condense! Safety glasses no safely shoes! you need to protect that sweet black pedicure!!

[@brownbutterfly32]

You guys freakin rock!! I've made so many of your DIY items!!! Keep em coming!:)

[@ciennagirl53]

That music is always so relaxing and I love you guys and Henry but you guys make building so easy I bought an abandoned gutted out house and I've been doing everything by myself and you guys have helped me tremendously I am now about to build a deck redo a sectional for outside and for sure build some of those benches for outside thank you guys so much for helping us out here with our projects

[@TheRehabLife]

Oh that's awesome! Congrats on the new house and I'm glad we could help out in a small way!

[@merchy3054]

Thanks moving in my new place soon and this is what I was looking for for my table 👍

[@patrickgaydos1033]

I need to make them 24" high for the table..what materials might change instead of the 15 1/2 thanks

[@habanero5.054]

Nothing just the longer legs but for something like that I’d make an extra leg box thing for the middle and I’d use glue on everything as well as the screws just to insure structure and improve longevity

[@TJSWOODWORKINGSHOP]

I love it good job my friend very nice Yeaaaaaaaa :)

[@lytlebig147]

*TopFineWoodworking. Com* is an amazing book about woodworking. I`m a graduate of a one-year carpentry course from a local tech college. Of all books I`ve read during my study about carpentry, I think this is the finest book I`ve read so far. It explains everything regarding woodworking as well as complements it with helpful photos.?

[@56stew]

New subscriber and only took up diy after retiring so still learning here..love your vids...so easy to follow..clear instructions..AND no talking...just wonderful!!!!!

[@shaung1005]

great instructions & thanks for the inspiration to get off my ass and try some of this on my own instead of wasting hundreds of extra dollars buying it. after I built the bench I had confidence to using the same platform change up the measurements and build an outdoor sectional couch saving lots of dough😊 thanks Rehab Life

[@AbeAleman]

That was awesome! Thanks so much! p.s. your dog is cool too!

[@larryburks592]

me and the wife got tired of paying contractors and sometimes they never showed up to work. we said to hell with it and bought a miter saw, table saw, nail gun and other stuff. the rest is history. doing our own things now

[@auggied6760]

I hear you. My wife and I went through the same thing. I have never seen an industry with more slackers and irresponsible people. You can definitely do things faster, better, and more intelligently without most construction workers. There are good ones out there, but they are far and few between.

[@manestage5403]

Love it! 🔥 Many times we're just paying people for the convenience anyway. So, when the convenience is gone what's the point? We can do a lot of the things we shell out money for...plus some.

[@mtpestcontrolmattdavis5400]

Me 2

[@Se7eNBlack]

Same!

[@raviparihar8120]

I'm going through the same experience and thinking of start doing by myself. What wood you guys wood recommend for this bench? I'm planning for Patio.

[@mufama9995]

So easy! I love your video. 너무 좋네요

[@aradetchemistaradet5650]

I love your work, just so simple....keep going ...thanks

[@AlexandreBigunas]

muito bom. parabéns aqui do Brasil.

[@nailsave.631]

Can I make the bench wider without compromising the leg?

[@PlatinumDragonProductions999]

I just built this today. I went to Lowe's. The 2-8-8 was $6.04, a 2-4-12 (which was 4' longer than I needed) was $5.58 I just asked them to cut me the pieces. I bought a sanding block and some 2 1/2" screws. Not expensive at all. It's not "perfect" due to warping in the 2x8 that I picked, but it's a nice solid bench that I'm using in my bedroom, and as someone with very limited woodworking skills, I'm pleased with the result.

[@jkdortch2308]

great what was total cost

[@PlatinumDragonProductions999]

I don't have the itemized receipt from my trip that day to Lowe's, but the total for my trip that day was $25.41 I got all of the wood, a box of 2 1/2" construction screws, a sanding block and some 220 grit sandpaper for that price. I think I also bought a spray bottle that day too (around $5?), but I can't be sure. If you just buy the wood and screws for the bench, it should be about $17 depending on your local prices. I returned on a different trip to get stain, paint brush, tarp etc. because I will be using those items on the pieces that I build later.

[@elvazamora79]

It looks great! We will try to build this and add other small things we need! Thank you for the video, it gave us great ideas! ❤️

[@TheRehabLife]

Thanks for watching!

[@mirandamartin108]

I made one and tacked on a cushion.. was very happy that I was able to make it with your instructions.. so happy that I made 3 more lol 😁

[@slezaklashes]

Ive watched a few of your videos. I love the simplicity of these projects. It would be super helpful if you put the material sizes and then the cuts in the description box so it can be screenshots for those who will have lumbar cut at Home Depot or Lowe's. :) Thank You!!!!

[@durso113]

Those lumbar cuts can really ruin your back.

[@UrbanCheese709]

Great work! Lot of haters out there. But the stuff you build is about 100X better than the particle board junk you'd get in a department store. Looks pretty good too. But I think a basic Kreg jig (or cheaper knock-off, mine was $26) would open up a lot of doors for you (pun intended).

[@craige4049]

Which jig?

[@Frangelico009er]

Beautiful...love your videos...priceless for taking your time to share with the world to build amazing things...keep it up guys...

[@swatibhandaru9899]

This is my first time building anything.. I was not sure I could stain as well as you did, so I just stained the legs and covered the top with foam and an old curtain.. thanks for the clear instructions!

[@christylynn4348]

For all the people complaining how about buy the wood from home depot and they cut it for you just give them the dimensions lol

[@TheRehabLife]

Very true! Can definitely save some time!

[@kkkkk3811]

Christy Lynn right anyone who has looked into woodworking knows they cut the wood for you

[@Mixwell1983]

Christy Lynn while they will cut some for you they will not do your whole cut list. Maybe 2-3 cuts max. I worked at the service desk for a year and it was lumber and tile cuts people wanted from the depts. Flooring aisle was in front of the service desk and people wanted special cuts and cutouts and we told them no. Just straight simple cuts and only 2-4ish. I remember someone getting pissed because the flooring dept wouldnt cut a semi circle for someone tiling around a bathroom. They will not cut your whole project for you and forget about angled cuts such as miters and bevels. They have a cross cut saw and a saw for plywood for rough cuts and thats it. Besides after working there i had them cut a few pieces of dimentional lumber which only to find out when getting home the cuts were off. I just tell them to cut something like a 2x4x8 in half so i can fit it into my car and i do the real cuts at home. If you are real hard up for a table saw or a miter saw get a cheap circular saw and a speed square and you can do a lot of your cuts on that for cheap. Go to harbor freight and get an inexpensive circ saw or jigsaw. If you cannot afford basic woodworking tools then you shouldnt attempt woodworking. You cant have a screwdriver and a drill and expect to build everything. Just as a mechanic cannot have only a hammer and duct tape and expect to fix everything. You have to build up your tool supply and if you are anything like me theres nothing better than having a few speciality tools for thejob.. I Ie.. I dont do alot of plumbing but i have a basin wrench and i invested in a $15 ferrule puller which if you had to change a water valve you know is a nightmare. You either pull the ferrule off with a proper tool or you keep the old ferrule on or you hacksaw or dremel it. Now i am not a plumber but if you are a home owner this specific tool is well worth it.. I have in the past i had taken a crecent wrench and tightened it just enough to leave room from the pipe but hit the ferrule. I have vice gripped it and tried hammering it off where the ferrule tool does it in less than 1 min. A must have. Anyways like they say the right tool for the right job. Sorry I didnt mean to write an essay and go off topic. Its harder to explain through text and verbal.

[@OumyNeferti]

Because they are too cheap to do it😁 But seriously it will take away all the do it yourself experience.

[@christineriley5080]

mixwell1983 that’s not true. I’ve always got my entire project cut by them not problem. I just made a 10 of tabletop easels and they cut all of my pieces.

[@ayaito7228]

Would this work if I wanted to make the bench 5 feet long instead of 4? So if I got a 2x8x10 feet and cut that in half?

[@tromablunts85]

Probably you would just need a sorry in the middle to prevent bowing

[@fredmccarroll3476]

Thank you for posting! I'm going to try this, but I believe I will add some boards below and glue some felt pads on the bottom of the legs. I will use it as a shoe storage bench for my bathroom. And I think I will add some foam padding to seat on.

[@georgedavall9449]

Fred baby you go dude!

[@stuartracing1]

I love these projects...Even though they are basic you can go further with then with some L brackets,dowels,glue,and other add on`s...EXCELLENT...

[@AllThingsNele]

Ok so I am about to get the supplies and record following this DIY. Let’s see how long it takes me 😬😜

[@yellowman4337]

The internet is waiting , Sir/Madam.

[@acerockollaa]

For once, I actually watched an informational video and made this bench. I had to modify the design, but I did it for the same price, but it took me an hour instead of 15 minutes. This is a great video and thank you for listing the size of the cuts.

[@jessicacarvey891]

I just made this for my first ever carpentry project and I was able to do it all by myself without any help! Thanks for the beginner friendly videos!

[@yvo1786]

How much did it cost you?? I want to make it for my school project and want to know the estimates

[@jessicacarvey891]

@@yvo1786 I paid $44. Here's what it all cost from lowes: Screws- $9.98 2x8x8-10.68 2x4x8- 6.38 Sanding block-3.98 I got an oil based stain bc I had water seal already- 13.48

[@TheRehabLife]

That's awesome, congrats on your first project!

[@wymonparham3073]

Just completed it, thanks for sharing. Nice, simple, and great price. Much respect ✊🏾

[@tomm8582]

Absolutely perfect, the bench is also quite nice.