Uploaded October 2023 | Updated September 2026, 6 days ago
Hey friends, let's add another simple DIY bench to the collection! I've been wanting to build a simple shoe bench for a while because I thought it would be a very practical, but fun project to share.
I hope you enjoy watching it come together and if you're looking to build one of your own...
Grab the printable building plans here: woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/collections/shelves-and-storage/products/simple-shoe-bench-plans
Check out additional tips and project details here: woodshopdiaries.com/simple-diy-shoe-bench
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Pinterest: pinterest.com/sharamccuiston
SHOP WOODWORKING TEES AND BUILDING PLANS HERE:
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Helpful resources for the build:
How to use a pocket hole jig: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-use-pocket-hole-jig
How to fill pocket holes: woodshopdiaries.com/4-ways-to-fill-a-pocket-hole
How to glue up a panel: woodshopdiaries.com/whats-up-wednesday-topping-it-off
How to paint or stain DIY furniture: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-finish-raw-wood-furniture-without-a-sprayer
How to square board edges: woodshopdiaries.com/woodworking-tips-square-edges-make-your-own-2x2s
Tools & materials:
*affiliate links below
Tools:
Miter saw: homedepot.sjv.io/b3DkDx
Drill/Driver: homedepot.sjv.io/Aoo6Ya
Pocket hole jig: amzn.to/32eoPBY
Sander: I'm using SurfPrep here
Clamps
Table Saw (optional)
Forstner bits (optional–for installing figure 8 fasteners): homedepot.sjv.io/JrGM3Q
Materials:
(2) 2x4x8 boards
(3) 1x3x8 boards
(2) 2x6x8 boards
1 ¼″ pocket hole screws: amzn.to/3FKfikk
Wood glue: amzn.to/34NCtuv
Figure 8 fasteners OR corner brackets (to attach top): amzn.to/3mfvGBK
Wood finish: Behr Ocean Swell paint & Minwax Golden Oak stain used here
Pocket Hole Plugs: amzn.to/46B8pj8
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:33 Making the bench legs
02:52 Cutting the bench frame pieces
03:58 Assembling the bench frame
06:47 Plugging the pocket holes
07:11 Cutting the shoe shelf rails
07:59 Painting the bench
08:29 Installing the shelf
09:22 Assembling and attaching the bench seat
11:55 Final touches and REVEAL
Edited to add: For those with questions on installing figure 8 fasteners, here's a video you might find helpful: youtu.be/_YMG2R2KsBY?si=eVh0FttnYfaXHaGd
Hey friends, let's add another simple DIY bench to the collection! I've been wanting to build a simple shoe bench for a while because I thought it would be a very practical, but fun project to share.
I hope you enjoy watching it come together and if you're looking to build one of your own...
Grab the printable building plans here: woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/collections/shelves-and-storage/products/simple-shoe-bench-plans
Check out additional tips and project details here: woodshopdiaries.com/simple-diy-shoe-bench
Follow Woodshop Diaries On:
Website: woodshopdiaries.com
TikTok: tiktok.com/@woodshopdiaries?
Facebook: facebook.com/woodshopdiaries
Instagram: instagram.com/woodshopdiaries
Pinterest: pinterest.com/sharamccuiston
SHOP WOODWORKING TEES AND BUILDING PLANS HERE:
woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com
Helpful resources for the build:
How to use a pocket hole jig: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-use-pocket-hole-jig
How to fill pocket holes: woodshopdiaries.com/4-ways-to-fill-a-pocket-hole
How to glue up a panel: woodshopdiaries.com/whats-up-wednesday-topping-it-off
How to paint or stain DIY furniture: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-finish-raw-wood-furniture-without-a-sprayer
How to square board edges: woodshopdiaries.com/woodworking-tips-square-edges-make-your-own-2x2s
Tools & materials:
*affiliate links below
Tools:
Miter saw: homedepot.sjv.io/b3DkDx
Drill/Driver: homedepot.sjv.io/Aoo6Ya
Pocket hole jig: amzn.to/32eoPBY
Sander: I'm using SurfPrep here
Clamps
Table Saw (optional)
Forstner bits (optional–for installing figure 8 fasteners): homedepot.sjv.io/JrGM3Q
Materials:
(2) 2x4x8 boards
(3) 1x3x8 boards
(2) 2x6x8 boards
1 ¼″ pocket hole screws: amzn.to/3FKfikk
Wood glue: amzn.to/34NCtuv
Figure 8 fasteners OR corner brackets (to attach top): amzn.to/3mfvGBK
Wood finish: Behr Ocean Swell paint & Minwax Golden Oak stain used here
Pocket Hole Plugs: amzn.to/46B8pj8
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:33 Making the bench legs
02:52 Cutting the bench frame pieces
03:58 Assembling the bench frame
06:47 Plugging the pocket holes
07:11 Cutting the shoe shelf rails
07:59 Painting the bench
08:29 Installing the shelf
09:22 Assembling and attaching the bench seat
11:55 Final touches and REVEAL
Edited to add: For those with questions on installing figure 8 fasteners, here's a video you might find helpful: youtu.be/_YMG2R2KsBY?si=eVh0FttnYfaXHaGd
