How to Build a Super Sturdy and Cost Effective Garden Bench \\ Home Decor \\ Woodworking Challenge

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Today's woodworking project is all about building a stylish, super sturdy, and cost effective garden bench. I was challenged by Jeff, The Weekend DIYer, to add to our home decor and build a garden bench. So I turned to my wife, Amy from the White Lab House, to come up with a design. What she found was an excellent chance for me to build something that looks good, yet doesn't cost much to make. In fact, it was only about $10 in materials at the local home center! I also thought it would be fun to loop in one of daughters to be a shop buddy for the day. Simple projects are excellent for involving your kids for some quality bonding time!
Here's Jeff's garden bench build over at The Weekend DIYer: • Farmhouse Style Garden...
I've challenged Shaun in the Shed to carry the torch for this Garden Bench Challenge. Here's his channel: / @shaunintheshed
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  • @WhiteLabWorkshop
    @WhiteLabWorkshop4 жыл бұрын

    This bench is solid as can be and only cost us about $10 in materials! Can't go wrong with some great decor on the cheap! How did we do? Thanks for watching! You can check out Jeff's bench build video from The Weekend DIYer here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/gGWMyqmEgJmZo7g.html I challenged Shaun in the Shed to carry the Garden Bench Challenge torch. Here's his channel: kzread.info/dron/a-g052XI3ut0h0eaCFtWVQ.html

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    @jermainewade7745

    2 жыл бұрын

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    @lucianokendall9291

    2 жыл бұрын

    @Jermaine Wade flixportal :)

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    @jermainewade7745

    2 жыл бұрын

    @Luciano Kendall thanks, I signed up and it seems like a nice service :D Appreciate it!

  • @lucianokendall9291

    @lucianokendall9291

    2 жыл бұрын

    @Jermaine Wade you are welcome xD

  • @shellymillerleer
    @shellymillerleer3 жыл бұрын

    I absolutely love it that you let your daughter work with you and you seem to be so patient and fun with her. That kind of parenting will pay off in spades down the road. Well done, Pop!

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much! It’s my favorite part of some of the projects I do! We always have a blast!

  • @user-zb8by9gd7n
    @user-zb8by9gd7n3 жыл бұрын

    The daughter is so lovable and helpful. I am sure she will grow up to be a fine woman with common sense.

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much! We sure agree!

  • @Poor_Mans_DIY
    @Poor_Mans_DIY4 жыл бұрын

    Even with "simple" builds, the precision of your projects is spot on. I have never seen such a dark stain but the contract with the top is awesome. Your young assistant deserves a larger allowance for the exceptional work she did. especially showing everyone proper use of safety equipment. Great job !!!!

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Richard! I try to do things well, even when they are simple builds like this. Plus, my shop buddy is quite a stickler about precision. I can’t cut any corners with her around!

  • @thurmanbennett1603
    @thurmanbennett1603 Жыл бұрын

    Love that you're letting your dad work with you!

  • @KellyConcepts
    @KellyConcepts4 жыл бұрын

    Uh oh Shaun, it's on! Love the bench, it's pretty modern looking with the black legs.

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Shaun!

  • @Travis-xx2nq
    @Travis-xx2nq2 жыл бұрын

    I'm 12 and I built this bench by myself it's a nice simple bench to make I give this a five out of five

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    2 жыл бұрын

    That’s fantastic! Keep up the great work! Thank you for the comment!

  • @show_me_your_kitties
    @show_me_your_kitties2 жыл бұрын

    How precious is your daughter ❤️ I have a shop buddy myself and she is my favorite thing in the world ❤️ and next week our weekend project will be this!

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    2 жыл бұрын

    Shop buddies are the best! Enjoy the time together, that’s the most important part. Thank you for the wonderful comment!

  • @danielhanawalt4998
    @danielhanawalt499821 күн бұрын

    Might want to be careful there. Sounds like your young helper has her eyes on taking over the top position on the show. lol. I enjoy seeing people include the kids in things. Kids enjoy being included and need to be. I like the color contrast with the legs stained dark. Nice work.

  • @dinkyshopYT
    @dinkyshopYT2 жыл бұрын

    Glad to see a daughter involved and learning in the shop! More woodworkers should encourage this!

  • @Motocicleiros
    @Motocicleiros2 жыл бұрын

    Finally a weekend woodworker that does things like a boss. And that saw attachment is simply great stuff.

  • @JustMightDIY
    @JustMightDIY4 жыл бұрын

    Loved seeing your daughter work that miter saw like a boss! The bench turned out great. 😀

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, JZ! She just owns that thing!

  • @CharacterRedWorkshop
    @CharacterRedWorkshop4 жыл бұрын

    This is a great project and awesome that your shop buddy was able to help you with the building of it!

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, man! My favorite projects involve my shop buddies.

  • @KirstiePervinDavies
    @KirstiePervinDavies4 жыл бұрын

    Your daughter is a boss! Go girl!! Great project and super cool to see you both not only working together but narrating too! Amazing 😃

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    4 жыл бұрын

    Haha! Thanks, Kirstie! It was a ton of fun working with her from start to finish! We will definitely continue to team up when it makes sense!

  • @timhalleran3514
    @timhalleran35147 ай бұрын

    Nice job!! Having "shop buddy" is fantastic!! So much to learn in "the shop"😃

  • @Jordanwoodworking
    @Jordanwoodworking4 жыл бұрын

    You did a great job. It’s really interesting the direction everyone goes with the build

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, sir! Agreed that it’s fun to see all the different takes on it. It’s a fun challenge to be a part of!

  • @lawrencedavidson6195
    @lawrencedavidson61952 жыл бұрын

    Lovely that your daughter helps you. Nice build. Greetings from sunny Jamaica.

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!

  • @roberteberhardt4543
    @roberteberhardt45434 жыл бұрын

    Wow! makes me want to get back in the shop for some more action. I just wish I had the kind of help you have. I really like her love of sanding. She must get that from you! Great project guys. I am proud of you!

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Bob! I’m pretty lucky to have help that appreciates sanding as much as I do. She’s a pretty special shop buddy!

  • @vinayakrastogi5063
    @vinayakrastogi5063 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing such a simplistic design. Most of my time was spent making cross cut sledge to use for making lap joints. Once I got that done, making the bench was a breeze. Though I used 2x6x10ft redwood to cut 2 46inch slabs for top. Did a two tone look as well. Came out really nice and my wife loved it. Happy woodworking with your family.

  • @DonDIYProject
    @DonDIYProject4 жыл бұрын

    Simple but elegant. Also love the garden😊

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, sir! And I can take zero credit for the beautiful flowers, that’s all my wife 😁

  • @janelee8389
    @janelee83894 жыл бұрын

    Bench is great but your shop buddy was AWESOME 👏🏻👏🏻

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    4 жыл бұрын

    100% agreed, Jane! She makes every project better!

  • @canitood1458
    @canitood14582 жыл бұрын

    Lovely project and wonderful job...and the best part working with your daughter. Thanks for sharing.

  • @ladykenja2700
    @ladykenja27002 жыл бұрын

    - GOOD job. Really liked the way it's painted. Thanx 4 sharing.

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @lindasavary4407
    @lindasavary44072 жыл бұрын

    You are an amazing girl. I loved helping my dad too. Keep up the good work.

  • @ritalockett9788
    @ritalockett97884 жыл бұрын

    Very nice looking garden bench and the price was great,not to mention the fun you and your daughter had together making this.

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Rita! It’s hard to beat cheap stuff that looks nice too. Especially when I can get some quality time with one of my kids.

  • 4 жыл бұрын

    Hello my friend. This is a good idea. Your assistant in this project is also very successful. Her daughter is learning these things. this is a good start. It is also an exciting competition. You have created a cost-effective garden bench. You are my favorite :-) . Thank you for sharing. See you. Great greetings. Stay healthy and safe. I wish you a happy and beautiful new week.

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much, sir! We had a lot of fun with this one.

  • 4 жыл бұрын

    @@WhiteLabWorkshop You're welcome. See you. great greetings.

  • @lindasavary4407
    @lindasavary44072 жыл бұрын

    You are awesome. I learned a lot from my dad too. Now, I have my own shop and sell what I make. Keep up the good work!

  • @HaiNguyen-zh8cv
    @HaiNguyen-zh8cv2 жыл бұрын

    "When I say we I mean me" LOL, Your assistant was great.

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    2 жыл бұрын

    Haha! Thanks! I definitely agree.

  • @LonghornWorkshop
    @LonghornWorkshop4 жыл бұрын

    Lol move over and let her just run the shop. Great team work and the two tone looks cool.

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    4 жыл бұрын

    Haha! Thanks, Harki! I suspect I’ll be relegated to grunt work before too long. She enjoyed all aspects of this thing, from the build to the filming and editing. I will definitely let her get involved as much as she wants!

  • @StanCrafted
    @StanCrafted4 жыл бұрын

    Great looking bench!

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Stan!

  • @XDIY
    @XDIY4 жыл бұрын

    Nice looking bench! great work

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, sir! We had a blast and we’re very happy how it turned out!

  • @CasualBuilds
    @CasualBuilds4 жыл бұрын

    Came out great, awesome job you two! Looking forward to working on projects with my daughters once they're older!

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, man! Things get a lot more fun when your kids can get involved!

  • @TheWoodYogi
    @TheWoodYogi3 жыл бұрын

    I loved watching this Brent 😊 Brings back a lot of memories of working with my daughters when they were younger 😊 I love the garden with the Peony blossom. The bench is perfect there 😊 Very beautiful 😊 ॐ

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    3 жыл бұрын

    That makes me happy to hear, Chris! It was so much fun working together for the build and the video! There will definitely be more projects with my shop buddy. The garden is the responsibility of my wife, since I have no ability to keep plants alive, let alone decide which ones look good together. Thanks for the support!

  • @MrSTOUT73
    @MrSTOUT735 ай бұрын

    Simple but beautiful!! I like it!!

  • @workshoplife3740
    @workshoplife37404 жыл бұрын

    Nice job guys, looks very good.

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much!

  • @2logj
    @2logj Жыл бұрын

    Super awesome project. A good combination of dad and daughter in woodworking.Your daughter wore all the protective aids in wood working which is a lesson . May I ask you kindly to do another version only with Mitre saw and screws and not using so many jigs and sleds and table saws which beginners do not have! I am from UK.

  • @clarabelleedwards5164
    @clarabelleedwards51644 жыл бұрын

    Wow looks like one sturdy bench😉

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    4 жыл бұрын

    It sure is! My help sure knows what they are doing! Thanks for watching 😁

  • @danstetson6053
    @danstetson60535 ай бұрын

    Awsome

  • @TheWeekendDIYer
    @TheWeekendDIYer4 жыл бұрын

    This bench turned out awesome! You always have to go with a more complicated joinery method hahaha. Love the colors as well. Your daughter should definitely have her own channel! She has a great personality for it. You 2 did a great job on the editing!

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Jeff! We really had a blast working together on this entire thing. It was great fun! Thanks again for throwing the challenge my way!

  • @TheWeekendDIYer

    @TheWeekendDIYer

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@WhiteLabWorkshop thanks for participating and look forward to seeing Shaun's!

  • @CarolinaMiss
    @CarolinaMiss4 жыл бұрын

    Haha the old wiggle test!😂. Great build my friend 🤙🏻

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    4 жыл бұрын

    Haha! Thanks man!

  • @davidpinchbeck2134
    @davidpinchbeck21343 жыл бұрын

    Been lkng for a small modern table design to go with my Anna White modern adirondack chairs (black frame & Baltic birch ply version) and a modified/shortened version of this bench will be perfect. Thank u very much!

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    3 жыл бұрын

    You are welcome! This does have a very Ana White “feel” to it, doesn’t it? Thanks for watching!

  • @marianamunoz6075
    @marianamunoz60753 жыл бұрын

    New Sub Here!!! I LOVE that you work with your kiddos!

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    3 жыл бұрын

    Welcome! And thank you! I love working with my kids when I can safely do so.

  • @ivankatiesackett3094
    @ivankatiesackett30944 жыл бұрын

    We want to hear more from your shop buddy in the future! 😊

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    4 жыл бұрын

    I’d say there’s a pretty good chance she’ll be back!

  • @gregmize01
    @gregmize018 ай бұрын

    Cool design!

  • @charlesthomas1539
    @charlesthomas1539Ай бұрын

    Great Job. Good. Helper

  • @jlmain5777
    @jlmain57772 жыл бұрын

    Great helper!

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    2 жыл бұрын

    Haha! Thank you!

  • @realityblooms
    @realityblooms2 жыл бұрын

    Super nice!!

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @joebyron9
    @joebyron92 жыл бұрын

    looks amazing

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @123ykraps
    @123ykraps22 күн бұрын

    should have used a speed square to mark a full line for the cuts

  • @TheGrantAlexander
    @TheGrantAlexander4 жыл бұрын

    Your daughter needs to start get own channel, she is the real star of the white dog workshop 😁😁

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    4 жыл бұрын

    Haha! I figured that would be the case! I’ll just be the laborer and let her run things around here!

  • @TheGrantAlexander

    @TheGrantAlexander

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@WhiteLabWorkshop exactly!

  • @clemmcguinness1087
    @clemmcguinness10873 жыл бұрын

    Good team work. Great job

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @cosmichrist
    @cosmichristАй бұрын

    I need a cross cut sled.

  • @mauriciohugopaez8946
    @mauriciohugopaez89463 жыл бұрын

    Hola 👋 felicitaciones muy lindo y didáctico su video saludos cordiales

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much!

  • @shaunintheshed
    @shaunintheshed4 жыл бұрын

    HOw have I only just seen the challenge. On it and great video :)

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Shaun! I’m looking forward to seeing where you go with it!

  • @moto8642
    @moto86427 ай бұрын

    neat job but needs good support on legs

  • @greychild8890
    @greychild88902 жыл бұрын

    Hi the bench is simple and elegant love it. One thing you show 4 boards in the video assuming the boards are 8 ft you only need 3 or am I missing something?

  • @MyTripRoads
    @MyTripRoads5 ай бұрын

    Hi there! I am not a carpenter, not near become one. But, why to sand if it will be covered with paint? It does not make any sense to me. Can you explain why?

  • @shellymillerleer
    @shellymillerleer2 жыл бұрын

    I just rewatched this video. How could I create a similar bench without the fancy table saw or tenon jig? Is it possible?

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    2 жыл бұрын

    It’s definitely possible. There’s a number of ways that you could do it, depending on what tools you have. A circular saw would work. Or a hand saw, if nothing else. Just do some searching for different ways to do half lap joints with the tools in your arsenal.

  • @teddysmith2290
    @teddysmith22902 жыл бұрын

    What's keeping the legs from giving out laterally? You guys should put a crossbar connecting the legs in the back.

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    2 жыл бұрын

    This bench is surprisingly stable as-is. However, a cross-bar would certainly help, if lateral support is a concern. It really depends on your use case. Ours is an occasional use situation.

  • @shirosurfer8864
    @shirosurfer8864 Жыл бұрын

    You kid is so silly she's so funny I wonder I of can cut the half lap with a jigsaw a cheap jigsaw.. will it work?

  • @mikka3500
    @mikka35003 жыл бұрын

    Hi, I really like you build, can you please share plans or approximate dimensions of the wood that you have used please?

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much! I don’t have plans. The top boards are 48 inches long, the vertical pieces are 17 1/2 inches long, and the horizontal pieces are 10 inches long.

  • @mikka3500

    @mikka3500

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@WhiteLabWorkshop Thanks, that's all I need.

  • @lightsobrite
    @lightsobrite2 жыл бұрын

    What size screws are needed for this project please?

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    2 жыл бұрын

    2 1/2 inch screws for the full thickness connections and 2 inch screws for the rabbeted connections.

  • @ryanairphonerobert
    @ryanairphonerobert2 жыл бұрын

    "Wooooooo!!! OFFSIDE - C'MON!!!!" Turning a park - to a sports stadium. There's greenery - sports excercise. Screens and overpriced pints. (8) - The Royal Mile. P.P.S. The server was hacked - you were watching the bags. Locked off the stairs - then, got jacked. A homeless pathway - a lane? Nobody was late, to stay. (8)

  • @SumerSubba
    @SumerSubba Жыл бұрын

    To me without color looked better

  • @heidis8713
    @heidis87133 жыл бұрын

    _"... and when I say 'we', I really mean 'me' . "_ 😭😭😭😭😭😀😀😀😀😀

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    3 жыл бұрын

    May as well be truthful! 😆

  • @1justpara
    @1justpara Жыл бұрын

    I'll go have a word with my bank manager and get me a loan to buy all the saws and work benches needed to do these projects.

  • @TRUECRIMESPTV

    @TRUECRIMESPTV

    6 ай бұрын

    People like you are so amusing. Nothing is free, so why do you believe it should be? Also traditional tools cost about $100 for all of them combined. Have at it.

  • @christianbaud5278
    @christianbaud52783 жыл бұрын

    Will it be sturdy enough to hold a 250lb lineman and his girlfriend?? 😅 I want to build one but I don’t know if it will be sturdy enough to hold the both of us

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    3 жыл бұрын

    Normally, I’d say give a shot and find out! It should be no more than $15 in materials. BUT, these aren’t normal times! So it might cost 3x that much now. It definitely won’t budge for one of you, and I bet you’d both be just fine. The half laps in the legs really firm things up.

  • @Kate98755
    @Kate98755 Жыл бұрын

    not so cost effective when you price in the cost of all the fancy tools 😔

  • @j._7054

    @j._7054

    2 ай бұрын

    Oh please

  • @nitro77708
    @nitro777083 жыл бұрын

    Awsome

  • @WhiteLabWorkshop

    @WhiteLabWorkshop

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

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