Deck Bench made from 2x4s Plans

This step by step woodworking project is about deck bench made from 2x4s plans. I have designed this easy to build deck bench so you can create some seating area with minimum effort and costs. This bench requires just 2x4s and screws, so you shouldn’t find it difficult to get the job done by yourself. If you have a higher budget, invest in weather resistant lumber. See my other DIY projects HERE.

We recommend you to invest in the best materials you could afford. Therefore, you should buy weather-resistant lumber, such as pine or cedar. Always take accurate measurements before adjusting the size of the components at the proper size. Drill pilot holes trough the components before inserting the wood screws, to prevent the wood from splitting. See all my Premium Plans HERE.

Made from this plan

Deck Bench made from 2x4s Plans

Building a 2×4 bench

Materials

• A – 2 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 12 1/2″ long, 4 pieces – 11″ long LEGS
• B – 8 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 6 3/4″ long BRACES
• C – 3 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 48″ long SEAT
• D – 2 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 14″ long, 2 pieces – 51″ long TRIMS

• 5 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 8′
• 2 1/2″ screws
• 3 1/2″ screws
• stain, wood filler, wood glue

Tools

• Safety gloves, glasses
• Miter saw, jigsaw
• Chalk line, tape measure, spirit level, carpentry pencil
• Drill machinery and drill bits

Time

• One Weekend

How to build a deck bench from 2x4s

Building the legs

The first step of the project is to build the legs for the deck bench. Therefore, cut the components from 2×4 lumber, as shown in the diagram. Center the vertical component to the horizontal ones. Drill pilot holes through the 11″ long components and insert 2 1/2″ screws into the vertical post. Make sure the corners are square.

Fitting the braces

Next, you need to cut the braces from 2×4 lumber. Make 45 degree bevel cuts at both ends of the braces. Fit the braces to the legs, drill pilot holes and insert 2 1/2″ screws.

Fitting the seat slats

Next, attach the 2×4 slats to the legs of the deck bench. Fit a piece of 1/4″ plywood between the slats to create even gaps. Align the edges, drill pilot holes and insert 2 1/2″ screws to secure the slats into place tightly.

Fitting the trims

Use 2×4 lumber for the exterior trims. Make 45 degree cuts at both ends of the trims and then secure them to the bench with 2 1/2″ nails. Leave no gaps between the trims.

Deck bench made from 2x4s plans

Next, fit the bench to the deck, drill pilot holes through the base and insert 3 1/2″ screws to secure it into place.

Building a bench from 2x4s

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