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    Home » DIY » Build It » easy 2x4 scraps bench/stool tutorial

    easy 2x4 scraps bench/stool tutorial

    Published by Gail | Published October 22, 2013 | Updated August 26, 2021
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    Easy 2x4 scraps stool and bench tutorial. This is a great way to use up your lumber scraps. Great for gifts and selling at farmer's markets. #MyRepurposedLife #repurposed #scraps #lumber #2x4's via @repurposedlife

    Are you looking for an easy 2x4 scraps project? I have the perfect use of scrap wood! It seems like it’s been forever since I cleaned out the garage and tidied up my lumber storage.

    how-to-make-utility-stool-from-2x4

    2x4 Scraps and More

    random-2x4's

    I had many of these 2x4’s left after making my lumber storage benches, so I decided to make some easy 2x4 benches.

    recalimed-2x4-benchesI made some years ago that were a little different from Jamie’s old deck wood.

    My friend Becky at Beyond The Picket Fence is a whiz at building small benches/stools out of 2x4 scraps. So I decided to use up these extra pieces to make some for Glendale.

    Lumber Storage (scraps)

    workbench-lumber-storageI also had quite a few 2x6’s laying around.

    Easy 2x4 Stools

    2x4-bench-stoolYou can see, I started with a simple 2x4 box, using Gorilla Wood Glue and screws to secure the four pieces.

    how-to-build-2x4-benchI guess I was having so much fun building the small benches out of 2x4 scraps I forgot to take some in-progress pictures. You an see that I had several going on at once. Such random things on my work table. ERA—holds paint, a Coke for me, and Louie’s prescription that Jamie’s dad picked up for me at the vet.

    Totally off subject, but I use to love to took at pictures from our friend Sharon S. on the HGTV Trash to Treasure Message boards…she had the neatest things in the background of her pics…always another project, and some random bits and pieces.

    Becky (Beyond the Picket Fence) is from that group…. that’s where we met.

    Assembled Bench Base

    build-2x4-benchA close-up so you can see how I attached my legs. Most of these benches were dependent on the size 2x6’s I had. I cut them in half lengthwise to make the two parts of the seat.

    Small Bench or Stool

    red-2x4-bench-stoolThis little red one is the first one I finished.

    minwax-express-clear-tubeThe paint I used was a little too “flat” to suit me, so I grabbed some Minwax Express Clear to give it a little protection and some sheen. EASY peasy!

    Fun Paint Colors

    fun-colorsYou can see I was a painting fool this day! I was slapping paint on right and left! So,I tried to mimic Becky’s paint technique—which I’ve always LOVED! I think I did pretty good for my first try. But, I didn’t distress the white bottoms like Becky does… I tried using some stain like she does, but I couldn’t pull it off.

    Easy 2x4 Scraps Benches & Stools

    purple-bench-stool

    Purple bench/stool

    black-grey-stool-bench

    grayish/black bench/stool

    blue-grey-stool-bench

    blue-gray 2x4 scraps bench stool

    Use 2x4 Scraps to Make Stools

    2x4-stools-benchesOne of these things is NOT like the other—do you remember that little ditty from Sesame Street? Can you spot which one is different? Do you have a preference?

    gail

    See other fun benches here

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    1. Carol

      October 25, 2021 at 6:34 am

      These are great and what a good way to use up your scraps. I'm looking for a little project for the "retired hubby" to do and this might be it. But I would need to sell them, can't add anymore stuff to our house. What do you think they would sell for and would advise just sticking with white? Is that the best for resale? Keep up the good work, I love your inspiration!

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      • Gail Wilson

        October 25, 2021 at 11:36 am

        Carol,

        What color is the age-old question. I like to mix things up, but when I put them for sale, black or white seem to sell best. Chippy Farmhouse is so cute, but not in my area. I've made some adorable things, but they just aren't very popular.
        As for the price, I believe I sold these stools cheap . . . $12-$15

        gail

    2. Lena Cox

      January 12, 2017 at 3:32 pm

      These are really cute. What are the dimensions?

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      • Gail Wilson

        January 29, 2017 at 9:33 am

        Lena,

        That's the beauty of this project, you can make these any size you need. My guess is most of them are about 10-12" high.

        Hope that helps!

        gail

      • Lena

        February 13, 2017 at 11:25 am

        Gail, I made one over the weekend. I don't have scrap 2x4s (I envy your "stash") so I bought some and my first bench turned out so cute. Thank you for the idea. My husband didn't understand why I was making it but I just had to try to build something all by myself and this was the perfect project for me. He's so good at building that I usually just let him do it so it was confidence building to try this one on my own.

      • Gail Wilson

        February 13, 2017 at 2:56 pm

        Lena,

        I'm so happy you made a bench (it looks great by the way) That is exactly why I'm here-to empower women (particularly) over the age of 50 to stop procrastinating, pick up some power tools and get busy with some DIY!

        yay!

        gail

    3. Mindi

      October 24, 2013 at 9:19 am

      They are so so cute!! I really like them all but I think I like the legs on the sides better! I hope you are feeling ok, take care!

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    4. Pat

      October 23, 2013 at 11:39 am

      I like the different one ...of course!
      The little grey and black one on the bottom. I saw this on google+ and liked that one right away!
      Patricia

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    5. Shelley T

      October 22, 2013 at 6:39 pm

      Great stools...yes bottom left is different. But mostly I gotta say I am SO glad you went to the hospital when you did! And I am glad to hear you are feeling much better. Take care!!

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    6. Sandra B

      October 22, 2013 at 3:51 pm

      So great to see you back to building your wonderful furniture. Those benches are so stinkin' cute, just be sure to rest!!

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    7. The Curvy Girl

      October 22, 2013 at 2:55 pm

      I love this!

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    8. Donna in SC

      October 22, 2013 at 1:43 pm

      Good to see you 'back'! After being out of commission for a while it's easy to over-do....so take it easy! LOVE the little benches......now if I can just convince hubby that I need another one.....

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    9. girlfromwva

      October 22, 2013 at 11:04 am

      I love these little benches/stools. What a great thing to use the 2 X 4's for! Feel Better 🙂 !

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    10. Marti Steele

      October 22, 2013 at 10:47 am

      Oh, I love these and will have to make some.....I am terrible at building, I even broke my pocket hole tool, but I think I can do these!!!!!

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    11. SanDesigns

      October 22, 2013 at 10:12 am

      Great idea, Gail! We have a lot of scrap 2 by 4s from finishing our basement. This would be a great way to make something useful from them.

      Reply
    12. Pam

      October 22, 2013 at 9:59 am

      The simple things.....always so cute. Be sure and take it slow and don't overdo. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    13. Korrie@RedHenHome

      October 22, 2013 at 9:51 am

      These are cute, Gail! You did a great job.

      Reply
    14. debbie

      October 22, 2013 at 9:17 am

      Oh those are all so cute.. i love little stools and Becky;s site is one of my favorites.. i love her paint technique but cant quite get the same effect. I recently made a little bench too and the grandgirls are using it to stand at the kitchen sink and "help" MeMe wash dishes.
      Glad to see you feeling well enough to work on projects,, thats a good sign. Take care Gail and have a great week.

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    15. tammigirl

      October 22, 2013 at 9:17 am

      We sing that ALL THE TIME at our house. I love them! And you did great with the painting technique.

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    16. Julie @ follow your heart woodworking

      October 22, 2013 at 9:13 am

      Those are cute and quick to make. The one in the left corner has the legs on the inside of the apron... do I win anything? LOL I learned years ago to be careful with the spacing of the legs on a small bench. I made one and it is really tippy, the legs aren't far enough apart for support when an adult stands on it (fine for a young child). I suspect that one with the inner legs might be tippy as well, I guess it's a center-of-gravity thing?

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    17. Anne@DesignDreams

      October 22, 2013 at 9:11 am

      Love it, cute AND sturdy. Great job Gail!

      So glad you're feeling better - what a scare! Take care xox

      Reply
    18. Leisa

      October 22, 2013 at 9:09 am

      Love them!

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    19. Nancy

      October 22, 2013 at 9:01 am

      Cute benches...glad you're feeling better, take care of yourself.

      Reply
    20. Terri

      October 22, 2013 at 8:23 am

      CUTE little benches...great way to use up all your scraps!

      Hope you are feeling better every day!

      Reply
    21. Inspire Me Heather

      October 22, 2013 at 8:00 am

      Cute benches Gail - take care!!

      Reply
    22. Holly

      October 22, 2013 at 7:59 am

      Cute stools. I can tell the difference...they are all cute! I hope you are feeling better and still taking it easy.

      Reply

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