BENCHES

This is one of those started before retirement, finished after projects. I actually built benches as Christmas gifts for my three kids several years ago. I cut out parts for four benches at the time, the last one intended for us. I finished it in 2001 as part of clearing the shop to build the toy box.

I did not use top grade lumber since the first three were to be painted to match decor and intended use at their various homes. This one is made up of the worst pieces. It ended up with a nice knotty pine look. I also skipped a couple of steps in building this one, making cutting and assembly easier even if the construction is a little less elegant than the first three.