How To Build An Outdoor Storage Bench

How to Build an Outdoor Storage Bench

An outdoor storage bench is a great way to add extra seating and storage to your backyard or patio. It's a relatively easy project that can be completed in a weekend, and it's a great way to use up scrap wood.

Here are the materials you'll need:

2x4s (8 feet long)
2x6s (8 feet long)
1x6s (8 feet long)
¾-inch plywood (4 feet x 8 feet)
Wood screws
Exterior wood glue
Sandpaper
Paint or stain (optional)

Here are the steps:

Cut the wood. The 2x4s will be used for the legs and frame, the 2x6s will be used for the seat, and the 1x6s will be used for the back and sides. Cut the wood according to the following measurements:
Assemble the frame. Attach the 2x4s to the 2x6s to form the frame of the bench. Use wood screws and exterior wood glue to secure the pieces together.
Attach the seat. Place the 2x6s on top of the frame and screw them into place.
Attach the back. Attach the 1x6s to the back of the frame to form the back of the bench. Use wood screws and exterior wood glue to secure the pieces together.
Attach the sides. Attach the 1x6s to the sides of the frame to form the sides of the bench. Use wood screws and exterior wood glue to secure the pieces together.
Sand the bench. Sand the bench smooth with sandpaper.
Paint or stain the bench. If desired, paint or stain the bench to protect it from the elements.