How to build a potting bench - super easy and looks great!

Preparation
8 – 1x4 @ 8 feet long
2 – 1x4 @ 10 feet long
4 – 2x4 @ 8 feet long
2-1/2” and 2” exterior self tapping screws
Wood glue
2 – 2x4 @ 61-1/2” (back legs)
2 – 2x4 @ 35-1/4” (front legs)
4 – 2x4 @ 22” (side aprons)
10 – 1x4 @ 39” (front aprons, short shelf boards, back shelf)
10 – 1x4 @ 42” (long shelf boards, back boards)
2 – 1x4 @ 24” both ends cut at 45 degrees, long point to short point measurement (cross support)
Instructions
Step 1
Mark the back legs from the bottom at 11-1/4” and 35-1/4”. Attach with 2-1/2” self tapping exterior wood screws the 22” long side aprons to the back legs, matching marks with tops of aprons. Then mark the front legs 1-1/2” in from front edge and also 11-1/4” up from bottom of leg. Attach other side of 22” long side aprons to the front legs.
Step 3
Step 4
It is always recommended to apply a test coat on a hidden area or scrap piece to ensure color evenness and adhesion. Use primer or wood conditioner as needed.
Comments
jess8336
Wed, 06/17/2020 - 12:11
Wood thpe
Is there a specific type of wood that should be used?
aimes91225
Wed, 07/08/2020 - 09:11
AWESOME POTTING BENCH!!!!!!
Thank you so much for this easy to do AWESOME potting bench. My dad and I built this in about 2 hours as a surprise for my mom. Got it stained and varnished the next day! Such easy to read instructions and pictures! Thank you again!!!