subject: Great Weekend Project - Bench Woodworking Plans [print this page] This simple weekend woodworking project will become something that is beautiful and you will get hours of pleasure. Building wooden benches in a person's deck, garden or porch turns your outdoor experience into something truly wonderful. Having wooden patio benches gives a more warm and inviting feeling to any patio setting. In addition, this can create a perfect atmosphere for meditation, bird watching, sitting with the dog as well as talking to friends, family and neighbors. There are many different sizes, styles and designs of bench woodworking plans available.To begin with decide where you are going to locate the wooden patio bench. If you want your patio bench to last longer you want to place it under the shade of the front porch or a covered patio; on a deck, near the fountain if you have one or enjoy the beauty of your garden. After determining your location, look through your woodworking bench plans to find the right style and size bench that would be appropriate.If you do not have any bench woodworking plans drawing a sketch plan for the patio bench would be the next step. Some popular choices may include a classic or natural style; an ornamented look, or simple designs may also do. You can always add seat cushions and you can build it with a storage area underneath. Others may opt to include a back as well as wood bench arms on their wooden patio bench.After looking through the bench woodworking plan, one needs to prepare the tools needed and then purchase the materials. This is a very easy project and you will only need some basic tools; measuring tape power circular saw, electric screw gun, a belt sander or sanding block and a paint brush. If you do not have a power saw, you may be able to ask the lumber yard or home improvement store to measure and cut the wood.The sales person may be able to give you suggestions for the materials you may need. If your bench will be exposed to nature's elements, or will be under cover and protected will determine the types of materials you will need to purchase. Choosing a finish is based on your personal preferences depending on the grade and type of wood you select you have the option of a clear waterproof sealer, bare wood, stain or paint.Next, go over the bench woodworking plan and assemble it to the designated spot. Do the finishing touches by painting or staining the wooden bench; adding any embellishments to it, and then sanding as well as sealing it. Once everything is done, grab a nice cold drink and make the most out of the wooden patio bench.
