Benches Indoors
Free woodworking plans to build all sorts of benches. This list of free woodworking projects features a collection of free construction projects for building various benches for your workshop or seating for your garden any moderately skilled do-it-yourselfer can build. The woodworking information found on these sites range in quantity and quality. Please contact individual web sites if you have questions about those woodworking projects. Look for the page navigation link near the bottom of this list as there are more pages for free bench building projects.
Isn't this hall tree with storage bench clever!! Build your own for your entryway or mudroom using the free woodworking step-by-step plans available at the link.
This simple X leg bench is inexpensive to build and quite easy too. Follow along at the link and see how to build this simple bench.
This modern slat bench uses 2 x 4s and 1 x 4s and would be perfect for your backyard deck or front porch. Could even be built for indoors. Finish the bench how you wish. Follow the free plans at the link.
This banquette bench with flip-up storage is easy to modify longer or shorter to suit your space. It could easily convert to a window bench as well. Check out the free plans available at the link.
This set up for a monks bench with shoe storage shows an additional bench with no back for extra storage. Build one or both using the free woodworking plans available at the link.
This hall tree with shoe storage bench would be the perfect addition to the entryway of a home. You can adjust the size to suit your space. Check out the link to see how to build it.
With its clean, simple lines, this occasional bench will make a stylish addition to any room in your home. Easy to build too.
At the link you will find the free downloadable woodworking plans to build this storage bench.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a Mission hall seat. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.
Build a mission style piano bench using this cut list with diagrams. While there are limited instructions, there is enough information to build the project.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for an Early American style storage bench. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.
Build this Bench with just a few tools using scraps laying around your shop!
This crate bench would make a great woodworking project for someone new to woodworking as well as someone with more experience. Here are the free step-by-step woodworking plans.
Build this beautiful storage bench using the free downloadable woodworking plans at the link.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a cubby storage bench using 1x12 boards to make it easy to build. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.
This bench is easy to build and would look great by the front door for guests. Here is how to build it...
The lid on this bench flips up for extra storage. Follow along as we build one.
This awesome hall bench features a tall back with hooks for coats, backpacks and scarves as well as a seat that flips up for extra storage. Here are the free plans.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a simple 5 board bench. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.
This bench is perfect for the foot of the bed but could be used just about anywhere. Build one with these free woodworking plans.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a simple nantucket bench. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a Mission style piano bench. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a Mission style hall bench. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.
The great thing about building a bench like this one is the plans can be adjusted to build a longer or shorter bench. Here is how to build this one.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a simple wooden sturdy bench, including dado cuts which is fairly easy to build. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a bench to use with your dining room or kitchen table. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.
Build a bench for indoors or out by recycling a headboard and footboard into a fabulous bench. Here is how this one was built...
A small bench made from 2x6s for the shop, greenhouse, or what have you. DXF Format
This bench features three drawers under the seat as well as a high back with coat hooks. Build it using these free plans.
Large storage peice with workbench features. DXF Format.
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