Relaxing at your cottage has never been more simple thanks to Adam Holman as he drums up some fun and easy DIY projects you can do the next time you’re at the cottage!
Just like belairdirect simplifies your insurance, we simplify patio furniture as our summer project.
Step-by-step instructions & list of materials:
http://blog.belairdirect.com/diy-cinder-block-bench/
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that looks like an injury waiting to happen especially if you have kids
Great Video!!! Thanks for the great idea!! and video! Cheers!!!
Looking good Adam
i love it. thank you.
don't blocks break easy? great idea, but i would fill in the cynder block holes with some good cement.
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Hi,
I love this idea. May I ask why no glue is used on the cinders where the 4X4s will go through? Thanks. I want to try this, but i have crazy grandchildren, and I wouldn't want them to knock the cinders over and get hurt! What should I do to make this totally stable! Thanks for this video. it's excellent!
Nice bench thnxs for the vid.Building one now.
I know you mean well, but the bench is an accident waiting to happen. Complete reliance on construction adhesive for a back rest is sketchy in my opinion. I have built many things, in fact when high schools still had woodshop teachers that is exactly what I did for a living. The consequences that would result in structural failure are too great to rely on adhesive only. Hey, don't stop creating things! Just figure out a way to make this project safer!
When i glue stuff together i usually stick a cinder block on top of it to compress it together, so should i used another cinder block with these
I just completed this project and would like to suggest the following tips: 1) 1 row of the blocks that form the base of the bench should be half (4 in. wide) blocks. This will make the bench equal to standard chair height. A base with a height of 3 regular blocks won't allow the average person (especially shorter people) to be able to comfortably rest their feet on the ground. 2) The blocks that form the backrest should have the flat side meet the base, so that more surface area with adhesive can bond the backrest to the base. 3) Adhesive definitely works, provided you use the right one. I use Sika landscaping block adhesive and the bond is super strong. However, if you are still weary of safety, you can use 4" c-clamps to reinforce the joint between the backrest and bench. 4) Three 4x4s are enough for the seating (5 total). The 4th one for the seating isn't really necessary unless you plan to use cushions for the backrest (to keep the pillows from falling through). 5) Use the best side of the lumber for the surfaces of the bench. Sides with splinters will slowly tear up your cushions.
good job, I loved it. I'm building this one. thank you
no man should build anything in boat shoes
he got those eyes of a killer