Woodworker's Journal

Entry Bench

s per usual with new designs, I sat down at my computer and drafted some scale drawings. Building the entry bench from the ground up in CAD helps tweak dimensions and scale without wasting materials on mis-cuts and rebuilds. I determined I’d start with a frame made from 1" x 2" select pine. The back would be made with 1" x 6" pine tongue-and-groove lumber, which brings in that lovely look of shiplap for a timeless and sturdy backdrop. I designed the seats

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