This Do-it-yourself projects list features a collection of DIY free woodworking bench plans from woodworker related web sites. 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.
Build an outdoor bench using exterior grade lumber and these free woodworking plans.
This chevron bench was built using cedar for outdoor use but it is so pretty you could use different wood and build it as an indoor bench. Or…build both! At the link you will find free woodworking instructions to build this bench.
This planter bench was made from from rot- and weather-resistant cedar lumber using lap joinery, a sturdy construction method meant to keep the planter walls from bowing against pressure from roots, should you decide to plant trees.
Follow along at the link or download the free woodworking plans to build this awesome planter bench for your yard.
Build a handsome bench for your outdoor space using the free woodworking instructions available at the link.
Build this park bench for your garden or front porch using these free woodworking plans.
At the link you can download the free plans for a garden bench. There are also plans for a garden herb planter and a picnic table.
Build this strong garden bench using a simple biscuit joinery technique.
Build this 8 foot garden bench using these free woodworking plans.
Make this tree bench with a partner who can help you lift the heavy pieces and fit the sections together.
We built this bench for along side a trail. Painted or stained or just allowed to weather, it would look fine in many settings or at the edge of your garden, lake or where ever.
Build a curved fire pit bench using this free tutorial. Lots of pictures of the building process to help you with your project.
Cutting diagrams and parts list only to this project that appears in Workbench Magazine #284.
Everyone enjoys evenings by the campfire, so why not build a campfire bench using these free step-by-step instructions.
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.
Build a bench with planters for your backyard with these free woodworking plans. Another option is to build an extra bench and planter and configure it into an L shaped corner unit.
Made from cedar, the bench is 70 inches in diameter and 36 inches in height. This project is for do-it-yourselfers experienced in using cutting tools.
This outdoor project does double duty as a bench and as storage for outdoor toys or perhaps gardening supplies. Made from 2 x 4s.
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Ron visits the California coastline to the charming town of Carmel where Donna Enneking is fortunate enough to have a back yard deck that looks out over the breathtaking Carmel Valley. Ron responds to Donna is request to help her build a piece of deck furniture that will be every bit as functional as it is beautiful.
We built this bench for along side a trail. Painted or stained or just allowed to weather, it would look fine in many settings or at the edge of your garden, lake or where ever.
This picture of a beautiful outdoor bench is only 1/2 of the story. It folds down into a coffee table as well. Awesome. Free plans at the link.
Outdoor accents to your deck or patio can be both comfortable and useful. A planter bench can function much like a sofa or end table indoors. Scroll down the page at the link to find the free downloadable plan.
This bench is perfect for an entryway or backyard patio. This is an easy building project, just follow the free plans at the link.
This handsome bench hides a hose. Coiled hose is a necessary evil in a garden you need one, but when it is not in use, who wants to see it? Instead, you can store one or two hoses in this handsome bench. It is built from 1-by-6 boards; we used ipe, a rot-resistant tropical hardwood, but you could choose cedar, redwood, or teak for natural beauty and durability.
At the link you can download the free plans to build this 2 x 4 bench and also side tables.
A simple bench gets stylish with some clever cross bracing and false notching. See why so many have built this bench already!
This rope bench is different than the normal outdoor bench. Different is good. Free instructions to build your own are at the link.
Build this outdoor bench using these free step-by-step instructions including cut list and materials list.
Build this beautiful X-brace outdoor bench using these free woodworking plans.