Boot Bench(1).pdf

Boot Bench

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Introduction

This handy boot bench can be made in just a day. It is constructed in a typical DIY fashion i.e. it avoids complicated

joints which might be too tricky for the less seasoned woodworker.

Level of expertise required? If you can comfortably rip wood (cut down lengthwise) with a circular power saw, then

you should be able to undertake this project.

This particular bench was constructed outside on a picnic table under a tarpaulin on a rainy day, so it goes to show

you do not necessarily need an elaborate work shed.

Minimum power tool requirements Circular power saw, jig-saw, drill. (Mind you, a chop saw would be handy.)

Of course you will also need the usual basic hand tools which are: handsaw, pencil, measuring tape, hammer, nail set,

large square and a couple of clamps.

Nails and/or screws. We have used a mixture of nails and screws in this project. Nails are used for the most part as

they can be set-in and the nail holes easily filled if painting or staining is required. Screws are used in places that

require a bit of extra holding power and are generally only used in less conspicuous places.

About the wood dimensions. All dimensions are given in both Metric (mm) and Imperial (inches). The size (width

and thickness) of the wood referred to throughout this project is the actual size. That is the size of the lumber when it

has been dressed, planed and/or seasoned. When the wood has been dressed, planed and/or seasoned it is then

called the 'actual size' which is the true size. Before the lumber has been dressed, planed and/or seasoned it is called

the 'nominal size'. For example: 50mm x 25mm (1" x 2") when dressed may become 40mm x 18mm (3/4"x 1 1/2")

actual size.

Note: The metric (mm) sizes given in this project do not convert exactly to their corresponding ft and inch

equivalents. >> Find out why .

Below are the plan drawings and cutting list with a drawing of most of the required pieces.

Under the drawings are descriptions along with dimensions of all the pieces that are in the plans.

The instructions are on successive pages.

Below is a description of all the pieces of wood including sizes, lengths and amounts.

Make sure that the wood you use is suitable for exterior use. Also, if you use wood that is a different size to that stated

below, make any necessary adjustments to the plans.

PART

DESCRIPTION

WOOD SIZE

INCHES USA

WOOD SIZE

METRIC AUST

LENGTH

INCHES USA

LENGTH

METRIC AUST

HOW MANY

PIECES

[a]

Front leg

1 1/2" x 1 1/2"

45mm x 45mm

25"

625mm

[b]

Rear leg. To be shaped as shown in the

instructions

1 1/2" x 3 1/2"

90mm x 45mm

34"

850mm

[c]

Front and rear rails

3/4" x 1 1/2"

40mm x 18mm

51 1/2"

1300mm

[d]

Side rails

3/4" x 1 1/2"

40mm x 18mm

17"

425mm

[e]

Front and rear plywood panels for the boot

box. Verify size on job

3/8" thick x 11 1/2" x

47"

9mm thick x 287mm x

1175mm

[f]

Strip of wood to support the boot box base

3/4" x 3/4"

18mm x 18mm

45"

1125

[g]

Side plywood panels for the boot box. Verify

size on job

3/4" thick x 11 1/2" x

11 3/4"

18mm thick x 287mm x

280mm

[h]

Lid support

3/4" x 1 1/2"

40mm x 18mm

48 1/2"

1210mm

[i]

Lid for the boot box

3/4" thick x 16" x 48"

18mm thick x 400mm x

1200mm

[j]

Back support rails. Rebate as shown in the

instructions

1 1/2" x 2 1/2"

(rip out of 1 1/2" x 3

1/2")

70mm x 45mm

48 1/2"

1210mm

[k]

Back rest decorative pieces. Shape as

shown in the directions

3/4" x 1 1/2"

40mm x 18mm

2 1/2"

70mm

Approximately

[l]

Back slats

3/4" x 1 1/2"

40mm x 18mm

12"

300mm

Approximately

[m]

Arm rest supports

3/4" x 1" (approx) 25mm x 18mm (approx)

200mm

[n]

Arm rest

3/4" x 3 1/2"

90mm x 18mm

20"

500mm

[o]

Boot box base

3/4" x 5 1/2"

140mm x 18mm

11 3/4"

280mm Approximately 9

On the previous page are the plans , the parts list and a parts description .

Refer to that page for all dimensions, wood sizes and part placements.

Step 1:

1a. Cut the eight front and rear rails [c] and the eight side rails [d] to length.

Refer to the parts list for measurements.

1b. Cut the front legs [a] to length.

1c. The back legs need to be shaped.

First cut two pieces of 90mm x 45mm (1 1/2" x 3 1/2") wood [b] to a length of

850mm (34"). Lay both pieces on a couple of sawhorses and mark the shape of the

back legs using the plans for reference.

Then cut out the shape. This can be done using a circular power saw and a jig-saw.

Step 2:

Lay the two front legs [a] on a work platform and mark where the front rails [c] are to

go. Refer to the plans for the measurements.

The front rails should be set out in hit-and-miss fashion. That means that the gap

between the rails should be the same as the rails' width.

Start the top front rail 400mm (16") up from the bottom of each leg.

Nail the front rails [c] to the front legs [a] using 50mm (2") galvanized nails. First

pre-drill the nail holes in the front rails [c] to avoid spitting. Once nailed, set (punch) the heads of the nails into the

wood.

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