I m building an addition classroom onto my house with a 4 x 6 entry and will imitate this gorgeous bench flattery right made to my specifications inexpensively i have a garage full of old wonderful doors and perfect in that space.
Bench made from old door.
A 2 4 scrap piece.
Cut apart useless part and intend the rest of door to build the dimensions of a bench would be pretty simple to do as you can see below.
Choose a work space and just reconditions the doors first for better wooden look and touch as well.
Pocket hole screws were used to attach all three of the 2 6 s that would make up the back.
The distressed paint adds to the vintage look and the bench would need to be treated to withstand the weather.
This is my first snapguide.
The door was thick and solid wood which you will need a solid door not one of the hollow core ones so i cut most everything with my orbital hand saw.
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Find a good looking and old door and just made a little inspections about its stability and rusticity.
From an architectural standpoint a door with 4 panels where 2 of the panels are longer then the other 2 is the most ideal.
The most ideal door will be weathered and worn.
Top half would be my bench sides and bottom half would be my seat and back.
I used my kreg jig to drill pocket hole screws on each end for the back.
Steps to assemble bench made from door.
How to build a bench from a door as explained by my brother without any of my funny words note.
How to make an entryway bench from an old door i wanted a piece for all of our visitors to put their coats shoes purses and keys.
The seat is attached to the actual door hinges and wrought iron armrests add to the look and comfort of the bench.
Jul 17 2017 explore kim sinyard s board benches and tables made from old doors followed by 259 people on pinterest.
So it s kinda just practice.