Introduction: Repurposed Material Bench
This bench was built using a variety of recycled and repurposed materials.
Step 1: Materials
Wood: 2 pieces 45 1/4th in long
4 pieces 23 7/8th in long
Pallet
4 metal legs
Cushion/padding
Exterior fabric
Step 2: Tools
Box cutter/X-Acto knife
Saw (Circular power saw, hacksaw or handsaw can be used)
Drill/Screwdriver and screws
Butterfly screws
Staple gun
Pencil
Ruler
Step 3: Prepare the Base
1: Rest the pallet upside down on a large table or working surface
2: Place a metal leg on each of the four corners of the pallet
3: Drill through the three holes on each leg
4: Insert screws and attach/fasten butterflies with the drill
5: Flip the pallet back on its front side and allow it to rest on the ground being supported by its fastened legs
Step 4: Prepare the Sitting Area
1: Trace the cut lines at 45.25 in and 23 7/8th in on the wood using a pencil and a ruler
2: Cut the 2 pieces 45.25 in long and cut the 4 pieces 23 7/8ths in long
3: Place the 2 45.25 in long pieces on the table parallel to one another
4: Place the 4 23 7/8th in pieces in between the 2 parallel pieces
Step 5: Build the Sitting Area
1: Drill 2 screws through the side of the 45.25 in long piece in order to attach it to the 23 7/8th in long piece
2: Repeat step one at every point pieces of wood meet/touch
3: Trace the cut lines on the top of the sitting area using a pencil and rule
4: Cut the 45.25 in x 23 7/8th in top using the circular saw
5: Place the cut top over the assembled frame
6: Drill and insert screws at every corner of the top in order to attach it to the frame
Step 6: Add Padding and Exterior Material
1: Wrap the completed sitting area in a blanket or padding
2: Use tension to pull the material over the sitting area and attach it to the wood by using a staple gun
3: Staple the material to all four sides of the sitting area
4: Use a box cutter to remove the remaining material
5: Repeat the same process to add the second and final exterior layer of material
Step 7: Attach the Sitting Area to the Base
1: Place the sitting area upside down on the table
2: Place the base on top
3: Drill and insert a screw in each of the four corners of the base to attach it to the sitting area
4: Add an additional screw in between each corner providing additional support
Step 8: Finalize Bench
1: Flip over the bench so it rests on its four legs
2: Closely examine the bench for any errors and inconsistencies
3: Dust off and clean the bench
4: You have successfully completed your bench!
