DIY Simple Storage Banquette
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Difficulty:Beginner
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Team:1
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Time:2 to 4 Hours
Tools
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Box Saw
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Drill Bit
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Drill
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Pencil
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Ruler
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Safety Goggles
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Screw Drivers
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Screws
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Tape Measure
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Tension Saw
Cut The Plywood To Size
Cut three pieces of the plywood sheet into 16″ by 48″ pieces.
Then take one of those 16″ x 48″pieces and then cut two 18″ pieces out of it. You’ll then have two 18″ pieces to build the sides of the box.
After cutting, you’ll then have your four pieces to build the box (and one for the top). Two cut pieces will measure 16″ x 48″ for the long sides and two for the short sides will measure 16″ x 18″.
Assemble The Box
Now you’ll begin assembling the box. Attach two National Hardware Light Rafter Ties at each end of the long sides of the box.
Adhere The Rafter Ties
Screw the rafter ties to create the corners of the banquette box.
Once the banquette box is together you will create a hinge support for attaching the top piece of plywood.
From the leftover plywood that you’ll have, cut a piece measuring 4″ x 48″. This will support the hinge bracket on the top.
Attach The Hinges
Use two of the National Hardware pin hinges to attach the top to the box. The top will now be able to open and close, similar to a piano bench.
Add Design To The Box
Create a decorative board and batten design to the box by attaching the 1 x 4 pieces in the materials list. This gives it that high end custom look!
Prime
Prime the box with a water based primer sealer and paint with 2 coats of water based satin trim paint. Caulk the seams between the primer coat and the final coats to give it a professional look.
The finished banquette is now in place and the perfect size for seating two people.
Such a bonus having this extra storage!
Top the banquette with a comfortable cushion and pillows and you’re done!
Hardware
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