{"id":2411,"date":"2020-10-28T21:24:39","date_gmt":"2020-10-29T04:24:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/?p=2411"},"modified":"2024-01-27T22:06:53","modified_gmt":"2024-01-28T05:06:53","slug":"love-and-pride-for-my-diy-bench-first-solo-project","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/index.php\/2020\/10\/28\/love-and-pride-for-my-diy-bench-first-solo-project\/","title":{"rendered":"Love and Pride for My DIY Bench &#8211; First Solo Project!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The love and pride I feel for my FIRST DIY bench are immense! I&#8217;ve been more than happy to create the designs for our DIY projects. Now, I understand the satisfaction you feel when you use your own hands to bring a design to life! What a labor of love this has been! Interested in tackling this project yourself? We&#8217;ve created an 8-page detailed build plan that includes all the tools and materials used to create this DIY bench! You can now purchase a copy of this 16-page build plan and others right <a href=\"https:\/\/store.neatlyliving.com\/#\/store\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">HERE<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\r\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-6021375135080120\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"3858885546\"><\/ins>\r\n\t<script>\r\n         (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n\t<\/script>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>This post contains affiliate links, meaning at no additional cost to you, I will earn a small commission if you make a purchase using any of the included links. As always, your support is greatly appreciated!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns no-bottom-margin is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1058\" height=\"1411\" src=\"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/IMG_6130.jpg\" alt=\"DIY bench with brown stain and black slat pieces.\" class=\"wp-image-2410\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1058\" height=\"1411\" src=\"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/IMG_6129.jpg\" alt=\"DIY bench with brown stain and black slat pieces.\" class=\"wp-image-2409\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My favorite part of this DIY bench project was the fact that it was a zero-dollar update! The materials I used were all leftovers from previous projects. You can build this bench to any size using my build plan as a guide.<\/p>\n\n\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\r\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-6021375135080120\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"3858885546\"><\/ins>\r\n\t<script>\r\n         (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n\t<\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"bench-build\">Bench Build<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns no-bottom-margin is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1058\" height=\"1411\" src=\"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/IMG_5989.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2404\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">I used a <a href=\"http:\/\/homedepot.sjv.io\/rVRmB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">miter saw<\/a> for all my cuts<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1058\" height=\"1411\" src=\"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/IMG_2655.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2402\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">I highly recommend adding <a href=\"http:\/\/homedepot.sjv.io\/mAA0M\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">90-degree clamps<\/a> to your DIY tool kit<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\r\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-6021375135080120\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"3858885546\"><\/ins>\r\n\t<script>\r\n         (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n\t<\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"stain-and-paint\">Stain and Paint<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I&#8217;ve said this before and I&#8217;ll say it again, I&#8217;m OBSESSED with Sherwin Williams Iron Ore! When it comes to dark paint colors, this one is a winner in my book. It&#8217;s not black and it&#8217;s not gray, but rather a hybrid of the two with just the right amount of warmth! For the stain, I used my personal concoction of Natural and Early American. It&#8217;s definitely a trial-and-error sort of mix. I simply tested the stain on a piece of pine board until I was satisfied with the resulting color. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns no-bottom-margin is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1058\" height=\"1411\" src=\"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/IMG_6125.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2405\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Stain &#8211; a mix of <strong>Natural + Early American<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1058\" height=\"1411\" src=\"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/IMG_6126.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2406\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Paint &#8211; <strong>Sherwin Williams Iron Ore<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;d like to see how else I&#8217;ve used this paint and stain combo, then be sure to check out our <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/index.php\/2020\/08\/22\/bold-design-in-a-small-space-how-to-achieve-it\/\" target=\"_blank\">Stairs Nook Shiplap<\/a> and our <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/index.php\/2020\/05\/27\/one-room-challenge-week-4-master-bedroom-makeover-hall-of-frames\/\" target=\"_blank\">West Elm Inspired Shelves<\/a>!  <\/p>\n\n\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\r\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-6021375135080120\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"3858885546\"><\/ins>\r\n\t<script>\r\n         (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n\t<\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"style\">Style<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are so many great details on this DIY bench that I typically keep the styling to a minimum. I want the attention to remain on the bench as much as possible. I think it pairs perfectly with our DIY slat wall! The blog post for this accent wall is coming soon!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns no-bottom-margin is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"2100\" src=\"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/DSC01152-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2395\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"2100\" src=\"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/DSC02392.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2680\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"shopthepost-widget\" data-widget-id=\"4411857\">\r\n                <script type=\"text\/javascript\" language=\"javascript\">\r\n                    !function(d,s,id){\r\n                        var e, p = \/^http:\/.test(d.location) ? 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I tend to have my favorite wood choices and I&#8217;m sure you do too!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>I used a countersink drill bit because it allowed me to drive the screws further in so I could then easily fill any holes with spackling paste, lightly sand, and paint.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The 90-degree corner clamp allowed me to hold the bench leg and bench seat together so I could screw them in place. The quick grip clamps are great for solo DIY projects because they provide that extra set of hands you often need!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\r\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-6021375135080120\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"3858885546\"><\/ins>\r\n\t<script>\r\n         (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n\t<\/script>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I&#8217;m still beaming with love and pride over my DIY bench!  I&#8217;m so grateful for the overwhelming love and support I received on this bench! While this was my very first DIY project, it likely won&#8217;t be my last. I hope you decide to tackle this bench design and if you do, be sure to tag us on <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/neatly.living?igshid=4pjn8d6gg1o8\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram<\/a>! The best compliment you can give us is to recreate one of our projects! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can now purchase a copy of our 16-page DIY bench build plan right <a href=\"https:\/\/store.neatlyliving.com\/#\/store\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">HERE<\/a>!  Until next time friends!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"signature wp-block-paragraph\">Aminah Chung<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The love and pride I feel for my FIRST DIY bench are immense! 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