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    Home » Repurposed Furniture » Double Chair Bench update

    Double Chair Bench update

    Published by Gail | Published March 26, 2012 | Updated June 24, 2021
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    How to make a diy double chair bench out of two unwanted chairs and some new lumber. Perfect for the entryway or end of the bed. Update of a project fail. #MyRepurposedLife #repurposed #chair #bench #projectfail #update via @repurposedlife

    A while back I blogged about a project fail, a double chair bench. It started with these two chairs.

    These orphan chairs are perfect to make a double chair bench!

    Double Chair Bench | Headboard Back

    I took the chairs apart and made a box and added planks. You can see that stuff in the post 2 chairs + 1 bench = failure.

    Make a Back for the Bench

    I picked up a few more 1x4’s and cut them with my jigsaw. I clamped each board to the back of the double chair bench and drew a line to match the curve.

    Attach Back Boards with Nail Gun

    front of double chair bench

    I used my nail gun to attach the back, and then drilled pilot holes and screwed them in place. Without pilot holes, the screws would split the boards due to being so near the edge.

     

    back of double chair bench

    I think I love the curve of her back. Smile

    Paint Double Chair Bench with Paint Sprayer

    paint sprayer for double chair bench

    It’s been warm, so I was able to use my Homeright Finish Max to spray a base coat of turquoise over the existing black.

    Add a Glaze or a Dark Wash

    After the turquoise dried, I used some black paint watered down to do a dark “glaze” over the turquoise.

    Calling this little lady done.

    It took extra work, but at least I like it now. Do you?

    Thanks so much for all the great comments on the original post. It had never occurred to me that this could be a bench for plants. I wonder what her new owner will do with her. She’s currently residing in my newly revamped booth.

    gail

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    1. Donna

      June 18, 2022 at 2:22 pm

      That came out great! I love it!!

      Reply
    2. Dawn Johnson

      April 25, 2022 at 11:00 am

      For the 2 chair bench, why do you not keep the chair as is and put boards on top of seats and across to the other chair? Would this work or not? Thank you.

      Reply
      • Gail Wilson

        April 25, 2022 at 10:51 pm

        Dawn,

        I've seen people do that, using chair as is. I just liked the way it looked using just the backs of the chairs. That's the fun of DIY, YOU get to choose to do whatever you feel comfortable with--or whatever you like the look of!
        have fun!
        gail

    3. David

      January 01, 2021 at 10:55 pm

      Love your bench. I like the quote from Thomas Edison he said he does not make a mistake he just finds a way not to do it. Keep up the good work

      Reply
      • Gail Wilson

        January 02, 2021 at 10:04 am

        Thanks David!

        I like that . . finding a way NOT to do it!

        gail

    4. Christine Leahy

      July 01, 2012 at 10:36 pm

      Ooooh I loooovee!

      Reply
    5. I'm Busy Procrastinating

      April 16, 2012 at 2:27 am

      The new bench looks great. Glad you were able to come up with a solution! I like the mix of turquoise and black, too.

      Reply
    6. Two Dollars

      April 02, 2012 at 6:00 am

      she's cute 🙂

      Reply
    7. wen

      March 31, 2012 at 3:44 am

      I LOOOOOOVE this bench!! I really, really do. I would buy it from your booth, today, if I lived anywhere remotely close to you! I like that the back is the same height as the sides. It has beautiful lines and symmetry and is just so visually pleasing to look at. I hope I'm making sense 🙂

      Reply
    8. Randi~Dukes and Duchesses

      March 29, 2012 at 2:43 am

      I absolutely love the lines of that bench. You have such a creative mind!

      Reply
    9. Revi

      March 28, 2012 at 2:57 am

      i LOOOOOOVE it!!! I am SO impressed with your creativity AND your saw skills. This is a great looking piece I'd love to own, and I am following you.
      -Revi
      http://www.revisionarylife.blogspot.com

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    10. Tiaras & Bow Ties - Think Smink

      March 27, 2012 at 1:23 pm

      Love how you took the chairs and turned them to the side! Turned out so beautifully and very unique. Wish i were closer, that pretty girl would be mine!

      Reply
    11. Corn in my Coffee-Pot

      March 27, 2012 at 5:01 am

      Wow!
      this is absolutely fabulous.

      What a great bench. I like the way you put things together. You have such an eye for it!

      Love the curves...the color is great too.

      ~Pat

      Reply
    12. Sandy A

      March 27, 2012 at 3:27 am

      Better!--first Bench OK, this time it is Fabulous...

      Reply
    13. Layn @ reignalayn.blogspot.com

      March 26, 2012 at 10:56 pm

      OMG!!! I love it! I thought I liked the first go too, but after seeing the second go I'm totally loving it. It looks complete now. Great job!

      Reply
    14. Full Circle Creations

      March 26, 2012 at 9:58 pm

      It looks great! I told you it wasn't a failure before and now it's really fabulous!

      Holly

      Reply
    15. myomyohi

      March 26, 2012 at 9:38 pm

      You always do a great job, and I love this one too.

      Reply
    16. Janet

      March 26, 2012 at 7:54 pm

      Beautifully done! I love the new color!

      Reply
    17. Toqua's Crafts

      March 26, 2012 at 7:27 pm

      She's beeuteeful!

      Reply
    18. Kathy

      March 26, 2012 at 6:55 pm

      Hi gail! Thanks for commenting on my post last week! It's been a very LONG time since I blogged. Things have been crazy at home and at work!

      Love the lines and color on this bench! You did an amazing job, as usual.

      Reply
    19. laxsupermom

      March 26, 2012 at 6:44 pm

      Love the new back and the new color! I'm sure that will be snapped up quickly. Great job! Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    20. Suzanne@Meridian Road

      March 26, 2012 at 5:02 pm

      I absolutely LOVE it, Gail! I love the back, and I love the little shelve under the bench. I think I have another favorite!

      Reply
    21. Mimi@blueroofcabin

      March 26, 2012 at 4:25 pm

      Great save! I think it turned out fabulous and color is perfect. I need to find me some chairs!

      Reply
    22. Oklahomaredhead

      March 26, 2012 at 3:59 pm

      Love it! Great come back. This is just perfect will fit into any decor!

      Reply
    23. Scarlett Ibis

      March 26, 2012 at 3:48 pm

      I have to agree with the comments. The first one looked okay to me, but you took it from cutsy to elegant. I love it now and it will fit in so much better with all kinds of decor. Congratulations.

      Reply
    24. Love Of Quilts

      March 26, 2012 at 3:26 pm

      What a nice looking bench. I liked it before but this is better.

      Reply
    25. Julie @ followyourheartwoodworking

      March 26, 2012 at 2:48 pm

      I did like the first makeover but this is better because the back matches the chairs more. Great job!

      Reply
    26. Midwest Cottage and Finds!

      March 26, 2012 at 2:00 pm

      love the color!! when you painted the black did you hand brush or use your sprayer? It looks awesome! I see it dressed up like this---
      http://www.potterybarn.com/products/darby-long-entryway-bench/?pkey=e%7Cbench%7C44%7Cbest%7C0%7Cviewall%7C24%7C%7C10&cm_src=PRODUCTSEARCH||NoFacet-_-NoFacet-_-Benches-_-

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    27. Korrie@RedHenHome

      March 26, 2012 at 1:46 pm

      Way to go! It looks great now.

      Reply
    28. Kay Butler

      March 26, 2012 at 1:42 pm

      She is adorable with the changes! Definitely worth the extra work.

      Reply
    29. Lisa

      March 26, 2012 at 1:39 pm

      Oh yeah, you got it right!

      Reply
    30. Terri

      March 26, 2012 at 1:38 pm

      LOVE, LOVE, LOVE! That curved back makes the whole bench...you rocked this one, girl! The color is awesome too...bet this one sells fast~

      Reply
    31. Debilou ~ Mississippi Mama

      March 26, 2012 at 1:31 pm

      I looooove what you decided to do with it,,I like the nice little curve too and the color is awesome.
      Have a great week!

      Reply
    32. Paige @ Little Nostalgia

      March 26, 2012 at 1:01 pm

      Yep, I like this version a lot more. Not that the other one was bad, but this one has a nicer flow. 🙂

      Reply
    33. Cassie @ Primitive & Proper

      March 26, 2012 at 1:00 pm

      i LOVE it! and i love that it just looks like a bench- it doesn't look like it was once chairs!

      Reply
    34. Karen Bates

      March 26, 2012 at 12:57 pm

      Lovely bench...love the use of the chairs for arms! Great job.

      Reply
    35. Anne

      March 26, 2012 at 12:45 pm

      I cannot believe how much difference a change in paint colour made! It looks fantastic!! and that new back is much better than the first. I love this piece.

      xox

      Reply
    36. Diane

      March 26, 2012 at 12:39 pm

      That extra work paid off! This is the best bench yet. Hope it brings lots of mooo-la.

      Reply
    37. substitutionqueen

      March 26, 2012 at 12:37 pm

      Way to go, Gail! I hate redoing things but it really paid off here!

      Reply
    38. Sylvia

      March 26, 2012 at 12:34 pm

      I love it! The original was nice but this version is fabulous.

      Reply
    39. Rose @ Confessions of a Curbshopaholic

      March 26, 2012 at 12:30 pm

      Ooh! I like! 🙂

      Reply
    40. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.

      March 26, 2012 at 12:21 pm

      Beautiful update Gail! I love those curves!

      Reply
    41. Teri

      March 26, 2012 at 11:48 am

      Fantastic! I love it.

      Reply
    42. Peggy

      March 26, 2012 at 11:30 am

      Oh Gail, she is simply stunning! The lines and gentle curves, exquisite!

      I was thinking of you the other day when I passed a house with old headboards and chairs out front! I promised Chris no more supplies in until I finish up the projects I've been working on.... which is why I took a blogging hiatus as well. Life has been filled with non-bloggy events which are my priority right now. 🙂 Not bad stuff, just stuff I am not compelled to write about or have been asked not to write about.

      Have a wonderful day! And enjoy the lovely weather!! 🙂

      Reply
    43. schiperose

      March 26, 2012 at 11:21 am

      I liked your original design, but the new finished bench is exquisite! Love it!!

      Reply
    44. Susan @ homeroad.net

      March 26, 2012 at 10:20 am

      Great bench Gail! I love the color especially... the curved back was genius! Good save!
      Susan
      Homeroad

      Reply
    45. Barbe @ Beez Rental Designs

      March 26, 2012 at 8:45 am

      Gail! What a great comeback! I loved where the previous bench was going, but this is soooo lovely! I've had failures, in my eyes, and went back later and could see just what I wanted to change. As a matter of fact, I just went through that with my recent bed makeover. You can see it on Frugal Treasures party #4, it took a lot of work to get it like I want it and still thinking of adding some little tweaks. lol Hope you have a great week.

      Reply
    46. niartist

      March 26, 2012 at 7:54 am

      Gail, I love it! All the extra work was totally worth it- and I love that wash of turquoise! So chic. I'm trying to be better about commenting - but wanted to let you know I'm a follower and visit daily! xoxo, Artie
      http://niagaranovice.blogspot.com
      Stop by sometime!

      Reply

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