How to Make Mission Style Bench Plans
Mission style furniture is a simple and classic design that fits with most decors. This style was made popular at the turn of the 20th century and is characterized by simple lines and materials. Mission style furniture is noted for good craftsmanship and design. It is generally made of oak and is free of decorative embellishments. A mission style bench is a classic and sturdy piece that is relatively simple to construct and will provide years of enjoyment and beauty. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Cut oak lumber with a saw to the sizes needed to build the bench. Use a tape measure to measure the lumber. You will need one piece that is 16 inches wide by 32½ inches long for the top. Cut two pieces that are 14 inches wide by 18 inches long for the ends. You will need one piece that is 4 inches wide by 31½ inches long for the stretcher, and four pieces that are 1 inch wide by 4 inches long for the cleats. These pieces should all be one inch thick. You will also need to cut two pieces that are 4 inches wide by 29½ inches long for the rails. These two pieces should be 7/8 inch thick.
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Attach a rail to an end piece. Place the rail on the outer edge of the end. The side of the edge and the end of the rail should be flush. Use a screwdriver to attach the rail with two wood screws. Attach the second rail to the other side of the end in the same manner. Attach the remaining end piece to the other end of the two rails.
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Secure the top of the bench to the ends and rails. Center the top and attach to an end with two wood screws. Repeat for the other end.
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Attach the cleat pieces to the inside of the rails. Place a cleat 4 inches from the inside of the end. It should be against the rail. Secure with a wood screw by inserting the screw through the top of the bench. Repeat until you have four cleats attached to the rails and top.
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Attach the stretcher to the end pieces. Use a tape measure and mark four inches from the outside edge and four inches from the bottom with a pencil. Place the stretcher into position and attach with two wood screws from the outside of the end. Repeat for the other end.
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Stain the bench to the desired color. Your bench is now ready for use.
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