- (6) 2” x 4” x 8’ pine stud
- (3) 1” x 6” x 8’ common boards
- 1” x 4” x 8’ furring strip board
- 1 pt. wood glue
- 1 qt. of your favorite paint or stain
- 2 1b. box of 1½” wood screws
- 2 lb. box of 3” wood screws
- Porch swing chain kit
- (6) eye hooks
- “S” hooks
- Carabiners
- Screw gun with drill bits and driver attachments
- 1 pt. wood glue
- Speed square
- Measuring tape
- Stain brush or paintbrush with tray
- Eye and ear protection
- T-shirt rags
- Clamps
Step 2: Make Wood Cuts
Pro tip: Pre-stain boards. You can stain after building, but it can be difficult to have an even coat on joints and seams.
- (2) 2” x 4” @ 48”
- (4) 2” x 4” @ 18”
- (4) 2” x 4” @ 19¾”
- (1) 2” x 4” @ 48”
- (2) 2” x 4” @ 11¼”
- (2) 2” x 4” @ 22½”
- (5) 1” x 6” @ 48”
- (2) 1” x 4” @ 48”
Step 3: Assemble Frame for Bench Seat
Screw together through pocket holes. Be sure to glue. Use pocket holes to assemble seat back. Evenly space upright boards. Sheath seat with one 1” x 4” and three 1” x 6” slats. Sheath seat back with one 1” x 4” and two 1” x 6” slats. Screw seat back directly through uprights into rear of bench seat.
Step 4: Assemble Arms and Chains
Make L out of remaining 2” x 4”s. Attach to bench sides as arms. Install two eye hook bolts into each of the bench seat sides. Clip chains through eyes using carabiners. Hang securely on porch.
