Tall Bench Seat with Footrest
Are you looking for a tall viewing bench, like a lifeguard chair, but a bench seat? So you can see over a tall railing (or in our case, hockey rink boards)? They are hard to find! So I built one, and am sharing the with you!
Specifications
| Project type | Stools |
|---|---|
| Room | Outdoor |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
Dimensions
Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.
Shopping List
- 2 - 2x6 @ 8 feet long
- 6 - 2x4 @ 8 feet long
- 75 - 2-1/2" long self tapping star bit screws
Cut List
3 - 2x4 @ 45"
3 - 2x4 @ 15"
2 - 2x4 @ 32" - back legs
2 - 2x4 @ 33-1/8" - both ends cut at 15 degrees off square, long point to short point measurement, ends ARE parallel
2 - 2x4 @ 27" - one end cut at 30 degrees off square, long point measurement
1 - 2x4 @ 42"
2 - 2x4 @ 26" - both ends cut at 30 degrees off square, long point to short point measurement, ends ARE parallel
4 - 2x6 @ 48"
Tools
- measuring tape
- square
- pencil
- drill
- compound miter saw
- sander
Step-by-step Instructions
Step 1
Build the seat frame with two screws per joint.
Step 2
Attach legs to outside of the bench with screws at a slight angle into legs.
Step 3
Attach back support between the back legs.
Turn bench over and attach the side leg supports.
Make sure the legs are flat to the tabletop.
Step 5
Attach the foot rest support with screws.
Step 6
Attach the back cross supports with screws.
Step 7
Attach seat boards on top and on footrest.
Finishing
Sand all surfaces, starting with a medium grit and finishing with fine. Wipe off the dust, fill any holes or gaps with wood filler, and sand smooth once dry. Apply primer if you're painting, then finish with your choice of paint or stain and seal with a durable clear topcoat. For outdoor projects, use exterior-rated primer, paint or stain, and sealer so the piece stands up to the weather.
Source (temporary): https://www.ana-white.com/woodworking-projects/tall-bench-seat-footrest