Log Bench
Intro: Log Bench
Custom log bench
STEP 1: Cut a Large Log in Half, Long Ways
this log weight about 500lbs, had to use my truck pull it out and then a tractor for lifting.
STEP 2: Smooth Out the Surface
I used a hand planer and belt sander to smooth out the top.
STEP 3: Burn the Design
Draw your pattern and then burn it with a wood burning pen, this log is oak and it took a long time to burn it, probably about 3.5-4 hrs.
STEP 4: Seal the Log
use an outdoor grade wood sealer to protect it from the weather.
5 Comments
rolltidehank 9 years ago
against the grain 9 years ago
TerryS65 8 years ago
Curious as to how this is holding up? i have just cut a log in attempt to make a similar bench but m undecided if i should leave the bark on, i have read a lot of postings that suggest it will habour bugs and probably end up falling off anyway... hows it holding up for you?
graydog111 7 years ago
AdrianaG 9 years ago
did you notch the bottom of the seat section of the log?