Storage and seating all in one place.
Build bench seat in closet.
This method will work for a fairly short bench.
Cut a piece of wood to fit the width and desire depth of the bench then slide the wood over the brackets.
Not only does that 1 overhang give the bench a nicer look but it is your handle for the lid as well.
Basically you ll screw a level frame of 2x4s into the studs adhere 3 upholstery foam and staple batting and fabric over the whole structure.
The bench seat creates a convenient place to rest or to lay out your wardrobe for the day.
Assuming you have the necessary tools on hand the materials should cost you around 70 to build a 66 x 24 bench.
On this week s episode of red hot building amanda mertz shows you how to build an entryway bench.
Making the hinged seat.
The bench can include beautiful fabric padding as this built in bench seat that is lined with yellow and gray damask cushions.
How to build an upholstered floating bench seat in a closet.
Jen woodhouse s slate blue entryway bench is much more than meets the eye.
The built in flip top bench seat conceals a compartment for hats scarves umbrellas and other bad weather essentials.