Build a Simple but Elegant Garden Bench

Get the step-by-step plans to build this Garden Bench here: www.woodsmithp...
Whether in a favorite corner of the garden or under a big shade tree, this solid outdoor bench will complement any landscape.
Straight lines and gentle curves give this solid bench a style that will bring beauty and simplicity to any outdoor space. The joinery for this bench is easy: a few tapers, angles and a straightforward joint in the legs make this an easy bench to build. And a rubbed oil finish protects the bench from the elements for years of outdoor enjoyment.
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[@k.lynn04]

My grandpa used to watch woodsmith shop all the time I forgot about it until a few minutes ago lol

[@WoodsmithShowandmagazine]

Hopefully, it brought back some good memories. 😀

[@robertp4716]

The connection of the bench seat to the legs with 'long' screws is flimsy and won't hold up to use. You should have used a steel connector. Simpson has the outdoor accent line which has lots of different 90 degree angle ties.

[@PRRGG1]

Nice job guys! While I most likely would not build this project, the bevel gauge usage shown was invaluable. I never once considered using that tool to transfer angles to a table saw. I have always measured out my angles. It's so obvious yet I didn't think of it.

[@WoodsmithShowandmagazine]

Yeah, I find even in the projects I don’t really care for I can still find a tip or technique I can apply someplace else.

[@JayWC3333]

I'm glad you're doing these longer videos.

[@WoodsmithShowandmagazine]

Thanks! We will keep them coming.

[@salvatoresalvio204]

PROGETTO BEN STUDIATO - OTTIMAMENTE REALIZZATO.
COMPLIMENTI
SALUTI
SALVIO

[@danboy6681]

Love the project...I’m going to make it using walnut. 👍 well done. Thanks

[@WoodsmithShowandmagazine]

Thanks! This would look amazing in walnut.

[@spoonrack]

What kind o wood is that? Looks like Oak..

[@WoodsmithShowandmagazine]

Yes, we built our bench out of white oak. It does pretty well in the elements outdoors.

[@garyknable1155]

As I'm not a nail and screw kind of person I really like this I may go with something similar on some live edge benches I have on the plate after my house is finished. Sweet bench.

[@WoodsmithShowandmagazine]

Thanks!

[@davidcole333]

False tenons are no bueno! Do the work and get the strength of the real thing!

[@Belg1970]

I would have liked to see this as well. Maybe they could do another video showing that as an option.

[@WoodsmithShowandmagazine]

I know it feels like cheating, right? We try to cater to woodworkers of all different skill levels and abilities, so we like to show lots of different methods to accomplish the same end result. We’ll do the “real thing” next time. 👍

[@gilbertomanzanilla4333]

Missed your videos guys. So happy to see a new one, great project with those false tennons

[@WoodsmithShowandmagazine]

Thanks so much!

[@thomaslotito380]

Nice work, but you lost me with the screws to attach the top.

[@WoodsmithShowandmagazine]

Sorry about... It seems like an after thought in this design, doesn't it?

[@markwhyte3680]

Great video and project. Instead of using the dowel centre pins and then having to get the angle of the hole in the leg correct. Would it be possible to use the stretcher as a guide and just drill through the holes in it?

[@xtremewood]

Mark Whyte yes and drill the holes BEFORE cutting the long side angle.

[@WoodsmithShowandmagazine]

Absolutely, that should work too.

[@oliverdelica2289]

What model of table saw are you using?

[@WoodsmithShowandmagazine]

I believe that is the Powermatic PM2000B.

[@FranksDIY]

Love the tricks of the trade . Nicely done

[@WoodsmithShowandmagazine]

Thanks!

[@carlosalberto-fl8kl]

genial, uma aula de técnicas para nosso aprendizado, parabéns

[@samueltraina3106]

Made 2 of these out of purple heart

[@WoodsmithShowandmagazine]

Wow! I bet they look amazing!