Make this outdoor concrete and wood bench byHomeMadeModern!

Its a simple project that it’s possible for you to build at home with just simple tools.

Make two pieces of boxes with the same size.

How to Make an Outdoor Concrete and Wood Bench

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See the photo below for reference.

Use 2x6s to make notches in the concrete to accommodate wood beams.

Spread the gravel and thump it to even them out.

How to Make an Outdoor Concrete and Wood Bench DIY

Mix the Quikrete 5000 with water in a large mixing tray and shovel it into the mold.

After filling the mold with about 8 of concrete, add wood blocks to help keep the weight down.

After that, fill out the forms the rest of the way.

How to Make an Outdoor Concrete and Wood Bench Tutorial

Once done, let the concrete dry for about 3 days.

Step 5:

After 3 days, unscrew the wall panels and pull them.

Add more gravel and move them around if needed.

Step 7:

Place the 4x6s and sand them lightly.

Cut a notch with your circular saw on both ends and then recess in a piece of a 22.

After cutting a bunch of grooves, use a hammer and chisel to knock out the chips of wood.

Drill the 2x2s in place.

How to Make an Outdoor Concrete and Wood Bench