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    Home » Repurposed Furniture » Curbed Headboard Bench Update

    Curbed Headboard Bench Update

    Published by Gail | Published March 27, 2012 | Updated April 9, 2019
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    I have finished another bench. You can see the tutorial on building this bench in my post Pretty Headboard Bench.

    repurposed headboard into bench (4)I got this headboard and foot board free last year at a yard sale.

     

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    repurposed headboard into bench (12) This bench was easy to build, but it sat like this since last summer, waiting for a seat.

    repurposed headboard into bench (14)This was the planned seat, leftover hardwood flooring. Fast forward 9 months, and I had a change of plans.

    bench seat made with Kreg JigI decided to do a plank seat on it. I cut my boards to length and then notched out the board in the back.

    kreg jig to make bench seat (2)Using my Kreg Jig   I fastened the boards together to give the seat a look of one large board.

    kreg jig to make bench seat (3)I pre-drilled all the pocket holes and loaded them with screws. I used some clamps to make sure the boards didn’t shift left to right as I connected them.

    2012-03-19 12.46.30If you noticed in the picture up top, the brace went crosswise because the seat was going to go from front to back. Because I changed my mind, I removed the brace, cut it and added two braces in the middle to support the length of the new seat.

    repurposed headboard into bench (15)It’s sort of a manly bench, looking funny in some of the pictures.

    headboard benchIt looks like it’s a squatty (short) bench, but it’s not. He’s sort of got stubby legs.

    queen headboard benchI stained the seat with Jacobean. I think he might look better if he had some armrests. However, that is not in the plans. Of course, I can’t say I won’t add armrests, but I certainly don’t plan to. I’m pretty sure I’m calling this fella done!

     

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    ps from the first picture above--I saved the pedestal on the footboard, and five years later I made this!

    Double Pedestal Sofa Table

     

    See my favorite Mission Style Headboard Bench with Storage-The Complete Tutorial

    See other fun benches here
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    1. Lisa Logan

      October 17, 2018 at 8:39 am

      How high is it from the floor to the top of the seat ?

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      • Gail Wilson

        October 17, 2018 at 10:49 am

        Lisa,

        Many times the height is dependent on the bed itself. I generally try to keep the height between 17.5 and 18.5 inches. Similar to a regular kitchen chair.

        I hope this helps!

        gail

    2. Sharon

      October 05, 2016 at 3:55 pm

      What kind of wood did you use?

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      • Gail Wilson

        October 06, 2016 at 8:50 am

        Sharon,

        I usually use #1 pine, or anything that I can find on the curb. Yep, I have picked up a lot of construction materials for free off the curb.

        gail
        ps I would love to use only hardwoods, but it's so expensive. If you're making a bench for yourself, you might want to consider it.

    3. girlfromwva

      August 28, 2014 at 11:44 am

      we just bought a Ryobi circular saw. it came in a bundle pack at Home Depot with a cordless drill (and battery packs/chargers for drill) for $79.00. we needed both tools so it was a great deal. can't wait to use it over the weekend.
      love this bench. i like the look of the plank seat and how you finished it off! 🙂

      Reply
    4. John Buzinec

      June 16, 2013 at 1:16 am

      How did you paint this headboard?

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      • gail@myrepurposedlife.net

        June 16, 2013 at 8:41 am

        John--I use an electric paint sprayer by HomeRight. http://www.homeright.com/products/finish-max-fine-finish-hvlp-sprayer It gives such a nice finish, and it makes painting spindles, and posts so easy, and they look flawless.

    5. Andrea @ Decorating Cents

      April 09, 2012 at 2:05 am

      I love this idea. I see headboards all the time at thrift stores I could do this with.

      Reply
    6. Bliss

      April 05, 2012 at 2:05 pm

      Most excellent. I particularly like the paint and the wood, and the color of the wood stain. Where are you going to put it?

      ~Bliss~

      Reply
    7. Kat

      March 28, 2012 at 4:29 pm

      The bench certainly looks sturdy and stocky, just made for two! Throw an afghan full of bright, bold colors over the back and set him out. He's sure to catch lots of eyes!

      Reply
    8. Chrissie

      March 28, 2012 at 2:45 pm

      I love the bench! You did a beautiful job!

      Reply
    9. Toqua's Crafts

      March 28, 2012 at 4:51 am

      I agree with Holly above; this bench looks manly therefore I wouldn't accent the detail in the backrest.

      As usual... bee-U-tee-ful!

      Reply
    10. Shannon

      March 28, 2012 at 3:14 am

      Don't accent the back! It's perfect the way it is, with the finished wood seat contrasting against the stark black background.

      Reply
    11. Lori C

      March 28, 2012 at 12:42 am

      I like the chunky-stocky legs...remind me of my own!! hee hee
      Its very handsome indeed!

      Reply
    12. Sylvia

      March 27, 2012 at 11:28 pm

      I love him just the way he is. Great job.

      Reply
    13. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.

      March 27, 2012 at 6:37 pm

      I love your "manly" bench Gail! And that stained seat is beautiful! You do anazing things with headboards and footboards!

      Reply
    14. Suzanne@Meridian Road

      March 27, 2012 at 3:38 pm

      I think all he needs is a bolster pillow. It's a great looking bench, squatty legs and all. 🙂

      Reply
    15. substitutionqueen

      March 27, 2012 at 2:13 pm

      great bench! I would accentuate that back pattern maybe to match with the seat

      Reply
    16. I Play Outside The Box

      March 27, 2012 at 1:31 pm

      I think it looks great just like it is. As always...another winner!!

      Reply
    17. Between Blue and Yellow

      March 27, 2012 at 1:24 pm

      That looks awesome! Love the stain color you chose.

      Reply
    18. Tiaras & Bow Ties - Think Smink

      March 27, 2012 at 1:21 pm

      I love it! I wouldn't change a thing! Throw a darling burlap pillow on that sucker and call him done! Beautiful bench.

      Reply
    19. Lisa

      March 27, 2012 at 1:11 pm

      It is a funny manly looking bench, but ever so handsome too! Dang I wish I had your skills, I am really impressed with those giant clamps!

      Reply
    20. Terri

      March 27, 2012 at 12:57 pm

      Another amazing piece of work. I wouldn't change a thing...I love it as is!

      Using my Kreg Jr. for the first time today...wish me luck!

      Reply
    21. Full Circle Creations

      March 27, 2012 at 12:51 pm

      I love the "manly" look of this bench. And because it is "manly," I wouldn't accent the back piece. Nicely done!

      Holly

      Reply
    22. Susan

      March 27, 2012 at 11:19 am

      What a beautiful bench! A job well done!

      Reply
    23. Susan @ homeroad.net

      March 27, 2012 at 10:23 am

      Gail that plank seat was the perfect fit! I love the way it looks, I wouldn't change a thing... Thant Kreig tool is a pretty great tool!
      Any recommendations for a good small circular saw? I have a chop saw but I need something for longer lengths, only small.
      Thanks!
      Susan
      Homeroad

      Reply
    24. jeanetteann

      March 27, 2012 at 7:26 am

      Oh it's so good, and yes I think I would accent the pattern on the back.
      I'm not sure what with though.
      x jeanetteann

      Reply

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