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.
Build this storage bench using these free woodworking plans. It can be painted, stained or upholstered.
At the link, you will find complete instructions to build this curved bench. The seat can be built from 1x planks or plywood. There is also a template you can print out for the back pieces.
Build this small entryway bench perfect for sitting to put on your shoes. Even has space below for storage or baskets. Here are the free plans.
The storage bench shown utilizes a pair of baskets for storage and offers seating as well. Scroll down the page at this link to find the bench.
A simple cottage style entryway bench with under seat storage cubbies. Two large, roomy cubbies. Though the bench itself is small, the seat is adult height and size.
This dining bench was made to look rustic using new wood but you could easily use recycled wood if you wish. At the link are the free building plans.
Here is a free tutorial to build this simple 5 foot long entryway bench.
Now, how smart is this. You can build a simple bench with hidden boot storage for your entryway or mudroom. Free woodworking plans are available at the link.
Build a rustic farmhouse bench using these free step-by-step woodworking plans.
At the link you can follow along with the build for these dining benches and also click on the PDF link to download them for free.
A simple padded bench with a quick slipcover. Designed to work with Farmhouse Tables or at the end of your bed.
Follow along and build your own upholstered bench using these free downloadable plans.
Build this striking bench using these free building plans. Perfect for an entryway.
This farmhouse bench was built using 2 x 4s, and is perfect for small spaces either indoors or out. At the link you can download the free plans and follow along with the step-by-step instructions.
Build a modern hall tree with storage bench using the free woodworking plans available at the link. The bench has open storage as well as a large drawer for extra storage space. So pretty. Follow the free step-by-step instructions. Get building!
Here is a perfect piece for your entryway with storage in the bench. Build it with these free downloadable woodworking plans.
If you need extra seating in a hurry, then this is the bench plan for you.
This entryway bench measures 37 inches long x 11 inches wide x 18 inches tall but you can adjust those measurements to suit your space. Just follow along at the link and build your own using one 2 x 12 board.
This project is shown used as a coffee table but could also be used as a bench. Here are the free downloadable plans.
Follow along in this two part build and you should be able to customize this mudroom/entryway bench to suite your space.
This Amish bench plan uses wedged tenons and dovetailed braces which make a bench that can stand the test of time.
This type of bench seat is generally put at the end of a bed, against a wall in a wide hall or in a house entrance area. This plan is purpose-made for the latter; simply somewhere to sit while putting on and taking off shoes, and I guess that it is a hint age is creeping up, to need such a bench for that reason.
Build this fun slatted bench using the free instructions at the link.
This easy-to-make bench is the perfect piece of furniture for any mud room.
This modern storage bench looks great in an entryway and has the bonus of extra storage. The top is hinged and flips up. Build it using these free plans. Oh, and it is built using plywood. Double bonus.
Build the wood Entryway Storage Boot Bench with just a few tools and a small investment in materials! It can also be used as a Bedroom Storage Bench or as a Blanket Chest...even a Hope Chest!
Follow this tutorial to build a simple entryway bench. How you decide to finish it is up to you.
Build this modern farmhouse bench using these free step-by-step instructions.
Build this modern bench using the free instructions at the link.
This handy storage box doubles as a bench. It uses sturdy frame-and-panel construction and is not difficult to build.