Want to add a bench to your porch or patio? Here are a ton of tutorials + woodworking plans for how to build DIY outdoor benches!
A bench can serve a lot of purposes in the yard – it could pair with a dining table, be seating in a garden, hold potted plants, or even just create interest in an otherwise blank and boring space.
Whether you want to save money or just build something completely custom, building an outdoor bench can be a great idea.
Today we are excited to share a ton of step by step tutorials and woodworking plans for DIY outdoor benches that you can build!
DIY Outdoor Bench Ideas
Check out these tutorials for outdoor benches you can build yourself!
DIY Outdoor bench ideas
Check out all of these ideas for doable DIY outdoor benches - with step by step tutorials and woodworking plans!
Grab our woodworking plans for how to build this gorgeous, sturdy outdoor garden bench!
If you prefer hardscaping, it's super easy to use stone pavers and lumber to create these built in outdoor benches.
This bench has hidden storage and a build in trellis planter!
Like upcycling? This wooden bench is made from an old twin headboard! Treat with spar urethane to seal the wood for outdoor use!
Free DIY Outdoor Sofa Plan, using 2×4’s: With Build Steps and Video
I love the sleek modern lines of this slatted wooden bench.
These benches have a cinderblock base and are perfect for around a fire pit.
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This backless bench is chic for indoors or out.
This is a simple bench for the garden made using a pocket hole jig.
I am OBSESSED with the gorgeous joinery on this modern bench.
This X frame bench is great to pair with an outdoor dining table or use on its own.
I love the sleek modern look of this wooden bench.
Logs make the perfect base for this rustic bench.
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Hello, I’m Morgan, half of the creative force behind CharlestonCrafted.com! With a passion for DIY that dates back to 2012, I’ve transformed three homes and now I’m dedicated to helping others craft their dream spaces. Let’s turn your house into a home together!