Cozy palm bench with own hands
Wooden pallet is practicallya versatile blank for many pieces of furniture. A DIY pallet bench would go great with a cute coffee table. The pallet structure allows for extra storage space in the back and seat of the bench.
Necessary materials and tools
- one wooden pallet;
- four bars for legs;
- board for the door on the back;
- screwdriver and screws;
- saw;
- 8 metal corners;
- 8 flat mounting strips;
- 2 metal hinges for the door;
- optional - primer, water repellent impregnation, paint.
Pallet Bench: Progress
Cut the pallet into two pieces. Turn the half pallet over and place wooden blocks in the corners.
Attach the bars using metal angles. For strength and stability of the legs, also use flat metal strips for fastening on the outside.
Now put the backrest in place. Also use metal strips and corners for fastening. Make sure that the backrest and legs do not wobble.
Inspect the surface of the resulting bench. You can seal all holes and cracks with plaster or putty.
Sand the surface if you have something to do so with.
If the bench will be placed outdoors in the garden or yard, it is better to cover it with a water-repellent impregnation. Before painting, treat the surface with a wood primer.
Paint the surface of the bench with paint.
A wooden board that will become a door, alsopaint it and attach it to the top of the back with metal loops. You can put sofa cushions, a blanket and other things in the resulting closing box.
To turn a pallet bench into a cozy sofa, place large soft pillows on the seat and back.
Ready!
