Comfortable Outdoor Seating: Garden Benches for Relaxation and Enjoyment

Building a Simple Outdoor Bench with Rogue Engineer

Are you tired of searching for the perfect outdoor bench that combines functionality and simplicity in design? Look no further than this DIY project by Rogue Engineer, where they build a simple and elegant outdoor bench using only four pieces of two by six boards and a few other basic tools.

The Design and Materials

The design is a spin-off of the Leopold bench, modified to accommodate two by six boards instead of two by eights. To create the bench, you will need four two by six by eight boards, three-inch exterior-grade wood screws, a circular saw, and a speed square.

The Angled Cuts for the Legs

The first step in building this bench is to cut 48-inch boards out of each of the four two by six by eight boards. Once this is done, the next step is to make angled cuts for the legs.

The long legs require a 20-degree angle cut on one end, followed by a 35-degree cut after measuring 38.5 inches from that end. Use a speed square to find miters and mark them. If you have access to a miter saw, you may not need to use the speed square.

The short legs require a 40-degree end and a 45-degree end, respectively. After measuring, you can use a circular saw to cut these edges. A small angled cut is also made at this point to support the seat of the bench.

Tapering the Back of The Bench

To align the back of the bench, an inch and a half is measured from the point on the 20-degree angle, and 12.75 inches from the point of the other angle. A straight edge is then used to connect these points and cut out the taper using the circular saw.

Assembly

Once all the pieces have been cut, it’s time to assemble the bench. Align the short legs with the longer legs, and use a scrap piece of wood to act as the ground. This ensures that everything is level. The front of the seat is attached using three-inch wood screws at an angle, and the back of the seat is fixed to the longer leg with two screws.

The back of the bench is created by placing the two 48-inch boards about a half inch apart and screwing them into the longer leg. Finally, the bench is finished off by attaching a small 45-degree angled piece of wood to the front of the seat.

Conclusion

In conclusion, this simple outdoor bench project is an excellent choice for anyone looking for an easy-to-build, yet elegant furniture piece to add to their backyard. With a few tools and four two by six by eight boards, you can create the perfect seating area that complements your outdoor living space. Spend some time on this weekend creating your very own bench by following the steps outlined in this article, and enjoy the fruits of your labor on a comfortable and stylish outdoor bench in your backyard.

So what are you waiting for? Gather the materials and get started on building this beautiful outdoor bench today!