Rustic Bench

The little lady wanted a rustic bench for a plant stand under the window. So I found these cypress boards in a pipe I just happened to have laying around. This is now a 150 year old bench going to put BLO on it tomorrow. To hot today to do it besides its supper time and I'm a brisket low........:D

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Nice job. One thing I like to do when making a bench or stool is to bring the legs out beyond the top for stability. A little wider stance really helps, especially if the bench is sited in softer ground.

Mike

An added comment: If you're worried about the apron (or skirt) going straight down, put a cleat on the side of the leg, going straight down, and attach the apron to those cleats. The legs will protrude a bit but don't seem to get in people's way.
 
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