Benches Outdoors

This live edge garden bench was constructed using cherry wood but you can use what ever live edge boards you have on hand or can get ahold of. you can also change the length etc. depending on your live edge boards. Follow along and see how to build it.

At the link you will find free plans to build this 2 x 4 bench. Plans include material list with cutting list and shopping list, step-by-step instructions, and a free PDF download of the plan.

This is a cutting diagram only, for the garden bench that appears in the Workbench Magazine Issue 308. Project size is 60x38x18 inches. There Is enough information contained here to accurately build this seating project.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a lutyens garden 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.

Here is a popular addition to your lawn or garden that can be built of either pine or hardwood, depending on what you have on hand. The seat, as shown, is made in two sections so that it may be taken apart and stored in the garage or basement during the winter months of the year.

Build this outdoor bench using the free step-by-step woodworking plans at the link.

Build a bench with planters using the free step-by-step plans available at the link. Be sure to use exterior grade lumber so your bench unit will last a long time.

Design says - A circular bench designed to fit around a tree or a large planter. I based the model on the Monhegan tree bench by Weatherend. The actual piece is 78 in. in diameter and 36 in. high at the back. The seat height is 17 in. - This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing. 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 high-back wooden bench with armrests. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This storage bench is meant for outdoors but could easily be used indoors as well.

Build this bench for your yard or garden with this free tutorial.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a circular tree bench. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. 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 garden bench. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. 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 building a planter bench. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

A Garden Bench does not have to be elaborate and you do not need detailed plans.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a very sturdy garden 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 a single bench or turn it into a corner bench. Here is how...

This bench could be built for outdoors or in depending on the wood you choose. Build it using these free plans.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for garden 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 trail bench. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

Build this bench for extra outdoor seating out of pressure treated lumber and these free step-by-step woodworking plans.

Build a tree bench for your backyard using these free step-by-step woodworking plans.

Build this low cost bench using scrap or pallet wood. Find out how at the link.

Build this sturdy bench for your backyard with just a few tools and some lumber. Paint or stain it to go with your setting.

Use the free woodworking plans at the link to build a simple outdoor bench.

This outdoor bench is multi-purpose. It serves as a coffee table for our park bench overlooking our vegetable yard, but it is very sturdy and can be used as an extra bench to seat two people. Made of red cedar it should last a very long time.<br>You need Adobe SVG View software to view the plan diagrams.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for an easy to build garden 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.

Relax and smell the flowers on this easy-to-build planter bench!

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a Hoopback Garden Bench with graceful curves and styling that make it timeless. 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 an outdoor bench, solid hardwood with simple mortise and tennon joints. 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.