Small Farmhouse Bench
Ready to build the easiest bench ever? This bench was built from scrap wood I had laying around and is the perfect size to pair with my Small Farmhouse Table. You can view that project by clicking here.
Material List:
- 2×8 (pine)
- 2×4 (optional)
- 2 1/2″ pocket hole screws
- 2 1/2″ wood screws
- Wood glue
- Spray paint
- Chalk paint or stain
Cut List:
- 1-2×8@37″
- 2-2×8@15 1/4″
- 2-2×4 both ends cut at 45-degree angles (see pictures below) short side should measure 5 1/2″ and long side 12 1/4″
Cut your 2x8 boards as specified above.
Adjust the Kreg Jig to 1 1/2″ and drill three evenly-spaced pocket holes into booth feet of the bench where they will attach to the top. Determine where you want your feet to be. I left a 1″ overhang on each end. Attach the feet to the top using 2 1/2″ pocket hole screws.
This bench is pretty sturdy as is but I decided to add some diagonal supports out of 2x4 for extra support.
To cut the 2x4s, adjust the miter saw accordingly to make two 45-degree cuts. These need to be angled towards each other as pictured. I sanded these before attaching because it's hard to get a sander in there once they're attached.
Next, position your angled 2x4s in the center of the boards and drill 2 1/2″ wood screws at an angle to attach.
I used the exact same finish technique as the table, spraying with dark brown spray paint then using the Valspar Chalk Paint. Seal with wax or poly.
There you have it! A sturdy farmhouse bench that will last for years!
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Thanks, just what I am looking for, easy and simple!
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