DIY Modern Garden Bench with LED Lights

Welcome to the latest DIY video, where I’ll guide you through the steps to create your own modern garden bench equipped with stylish LED lights for a beautiful nighttime ambiance. Let’s do this..
My Woodworking Plans: gumroad.com/diycreators
Subscribe to my TH-cam channel & "RING the Bell": bit.ly/1PtWJEd
Bench dimensions: (78inL) X (17-1/8inH) X (23 -1/4inW)
🛠️ *Build Your Own:*
1. Cutting & Sanding: Start with precise cuts using a miter saw and smooth edges with sanding.
2. Assembly: Use dowels for a clean, hardware-free look.
3. Staining & Painting: Apply your chosen finishes for durability and beauty.
4. Installing LEDs: Enhance the mood by embedding a strip of LEDs.
5. Final Assembly: Attach all pieces together, ensuring stability and perfection.
CHAPTERS:
0:28 - Lumber Preparation Tips
2:01 - Frame Joining Techniques
4:17 - DIY Table Legs
6:58 - Applying Bondo
7:46 - Paint and stain
9:16 - Frame Assembly
9:46 - Installing LED Lighting
10:31 - Attaching Wooden Slats
11:48 - Connecting the Legs
13:25 - Adding Finishing Touches
Tools used (Affiliate Links)
- Dowel Jig dowelmax.com?aff=11
- Miter saw amzn.to/3Unitb0
- Table saw amzn.to/44vPfeK
- Router Makita & round over bit amzn.to/3Wx4guL
- Sander homedepot.sjv.io/OrqoWK
- Dowel jig
- Drill - homedepot.sjv.io/MmOoWY
- Right angle drill - homedepot.sjv.io/NkLomP
- Bar Clamp amzn.to/4dtJrX0
- Speed square
- Mallet - amzn.to/4bh0Fp2
- Hand plane amzn.to/4duGJkq
Materials used (Affiliate Links)
- (-) 2x8x8 Southern yellow pine homedepot.sjv.io/9gkxoW
- (1) 2xx12 x8ft Southern yellow pine homedepot.sjv.io/5grmJj
- (-) Pocket hole screws amzn.to/3UJyoSr
- (2) L angle Bracket homedepot.sjv.io/3eQXMr
- (8) 2in - 1/4 in.-20 x 3/4 in. Hex Bolt
- (16) ¼in washer(stainless steel) homedepot.sjv.io/AWZk1a
- (8) ¼ wing nuts (stainless steel) homedepot.sjv.io/GmWo42
- (8) ¼ lock washer (stainless steel) homedepot.sjv.io/angY9Y
- (12) 1in Exterior screws for the bracket Screws for the bracket
- Gloves - homedepot.sjv.io/Y9e4vr
- Tool belt - homedepot.sjv.io/PyxYgR
Finish (Affiliate Links)
- Paint - Dark gray (Iron Ore)
- Stain - amzn.to/4blJGSj
- Foam roller - amzn.to/3woJD9C
- Paintbrush
- Helmsman spar urethane - amzn.to/3UMrhsj
- 3/8 dowel - amzn.to/3UWKHep
- Wood glue
- Bondo amzn.to/3WAg53c
- LED strip amzn.to/4b0zJKc
- 12-volt Power bank amzn.to/3QUDnxt
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Thank you for the kind words.

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Glad you are back , great content… hope everything is going well…. Take care

[@DIYCreators]

Thank you :). All is will just seem to have less time these days.

[@stephenblaisdell5326]

Do you plan on making plans for this build?

[@phase1geo]

I love the contrast between the painted and stained surfaces. Great job as always!

[@DIYCreators]

Thank you very much! I guess you could say I like the color too I'm making a series out of it lol.

[@arnoldkokonya]

Glen has to be one of the few TH-camrs I look forward to every single time. I'm curious to know what he be building next.

[@jeanpuckett]

LOVE this bench ! You are so thorough, precise, easy to follow - and funny. Glad I found you.

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O man I really miss you & Your assignment.
Your performance never disappoints me.

[@fireandice847]

WOW! This furniture set is so beautiful!!! You have a real talent, you make it look so easy and I want to learn woodworking like this! Thank you soooo much! This Is a real treat!

[@DIYCreators]

Thank you :)

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Nice to see you posting content again. And the timing of THIS video is perfect, as my wife just informed me "we need" new pool area furniture! She's gonna LOVE this!

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Welcome back.. don't leave again bro... ur the best of the best with this diy stuff

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Hey ya'all DIY Creators is back. Love the built.

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Woohoo,he's back . Awesome project as always.Happy days,cheers 😊.

[@DIYCreators]

Thanks again!

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Glad to see you back posting more content. I have always loved how you put your on spin on your projects

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Soooooooooo happy to have you back!!! This project was amazing, as expected!!!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

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This set is really shaping up nicely!! Thank you for your positivity and encouragement - I feel like even I could tackle these projects after I watch your videos!

[@DIYCreators]

Thank you :)

[@tomhill4003]

I LOVE your approach to projects, and your explanations for each step. You've inspired me to get back to the shop!

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So happy to see you back my dude

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I've always liked your designs. Good job

[@Hotdogbunn]

Didn't even know you sold the plans. Bought a couple now just waiting for this one. God I am glad your back. Love the videos and the projects. The most I like about you is working with materals such as pine, cheap and I don't worry about messing up but yet they look SO GOOD!!!

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Thank you. I like the way you explain things.

[@DIYCreators]

Anytime!

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Glad you’re back! You were missed brother. Keep the videos coming.

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Welcome back brother. Looking forward to your 2024 projects

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Well I know what I'm making at the weekend, great job Glen.

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Miss your video buddy, welcome back!

[@DIYCreators]

Hey, thanks!

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Watching from Ireland... Excellent work. Thank you

[@cb-tricksareforkids.1097]

Welcome Back!!!! You have once again inspired me. 🙂

[@NikhilChopraSF]

so satisfying to watch and inspiring as well

[@abzainazraai]

NICE!!! Would love to see you build an outdoor dining/coffee table next....

[@HeyMichaelLeo]

I find your videos addictive, Respect.

[@DIYCreators]

I appreciate that!

[@1972bcain]

Been watching you for years and as an ex Florida man I have always thought you did great- but it should be noted: your voiceover skills (timing, voice inflection, concise info, pace of delivery etc) have improved dramatically! Not that it was bad before at all, it’s just a skill like wood working. I notice the change every video and feel you have gotten much much better!
I greatly enjoy your videos and appreciate the effort you put forth to make them, thumbs up for sure

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Missed your videos glad you are back at it. Looks great. Fair play.

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Nice! And again, love the color scheme.

[@DIYCreators]

Thank you!

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Glad you're back.

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Man I love your videos. Welcome back Glen!

[@DIYCreators]

Thanks man! Much love

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First Class Job

[@DIYCreators]

Thanks!

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I love your stuff, it’s different. Wish I was better at doing things like this, it takes me forever, but my youngest two boys be wanting to eat every 10 min (not kidding)
Amazing job!

[@MCsCreations]

Really amazing work, Glen! 😃
I loved the design!
Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

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Absolutely love it bro.
Don't worry about being behind on schedule. You put out great content. We'll wait. 👍🏾

[@danielhanawalt4998]

Now I want to build a set like that. Very nice work. I never thought about putting LED lights with a bench. Nice touch.

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Increible trabajo👏👏!! Buenisimo el video👏👏!!

[@DIYCreators]

Thank you

[@jparky1972]

Looks really good.

[@DIYCreators]

Thank you

[@LawAndBedlum]

You can also use it as a coffee table. Lovely stuff my dude

[@debbydhill]

Love this!

[@DIYCreators]

Thank you

[@singhivan]

Greetings from South Africa 🇿🇦. Love this piece. It turned out great with the lights as well. The set is coming along nicely 👌. Cheers

[@imashish86]

Fantastic and soothing narration dude. Very clean build. Thanks!

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Super idea, great quality finish, love your style. Thank you.

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Well done Glen. Another great project.

[@DIYCreators]

Thank you!

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You are brilliant!

[@DIYCreators]

Thanks!

[@mgabbard]

Glad to see you back! You might want to consider placing some rubber or plastic feet on the bottom of the stands to get them off the ground a little to let water run under them and help lengthen the life of the bench outside (as well as protect the bottom painted surface from getting scratched off by concrete). Overall - I like the style.

[@DIYCreators]

Thanks! I'm going to put some adjustments feet on all the pieces when done. With the temp feet I put on its so I slide them around for now.

[@monique958]

Now that is lovely! I needs 3 of these!

[@DIYCreators]

Thanks!

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Thanks for the ideas. Appreciate you man!

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Thank you for tuning in!

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I must sign, elegant design.

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Nice to see you back!

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Beautiful project, as always. Great job!

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Beautiful work sir. Beautiful.

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Your work looks so good I’d put it in my living room just beautiful

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You were missed - ❤ We love your content ❤ you are amazing - can I pray that everything is going well with you XOXO❤

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Glad you’re back!!!

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Definitely stealing this to build for my dads new house

[@DIYCreators]

It's all yours!

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Very nice. I appreciate your clear explanation of the project. 👍🏻👍🏻

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I never get to be here first for any youtube vibs, but happy i did for this one . Great job and well come back bro we missed you

[@DIYCreators]

😀

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Glad you are here. Thank you.

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You always make the coolest stuff!

[@robertjackson771]

I love the bench. I am totally going to make this.

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Cheap, easy to build and contemporary. What's not to like! Nice work Glenn.

[@MrDazthaman]

Dude, it's been a minute since I last watched one of your videos.... Solid content (as always)
Appreciated

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Beautiful creation, I love it!

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another great little project sir - keep it up - its appreciated

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Yeahhhhh!!! Always excited to see you post!

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Hey Glen!!! Good to see you here and still at it. This is a really nice project and easy to make. Patio is starting to look awesome!
Good work and keep at it, bro. Keeping busy is a great way to keep the mind away from life issues.

[@DIYCreators]

Thank man! I'm staying busy for sure. It's good for me.

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First video I’ve seen from you and now I’m a subscriber!! Bro, your work is beautiful! Cant wait to give this a shot!

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Cant wait to see the full complete set

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Thank you so much, i'm happy about your new video..

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This looks awesome! Great work😍

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Good to see ya at it!

[@niecyallison1706]

Welcome back, it's so good to see your creations. The bench turned out great. I was wondering if you can add solar lights to the next outdoor furniture for this series.

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Looks absolutely amazing, I love the addition of the lights aswell

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BEAUTIFUL 👍🏻👍🏻

[@DIYCreators]

Thank you! Cheers!

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Best woodworking site on TH-cam. You are awesome, sir. Thank you so much!

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Love this! Looks like even I might be able to build it. :) I so appreciate your teaching style. Thank you for sharing.

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Glad to see you back. I hope you're sorted out.

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man that looks amazing. wish I had the time and patience 💪🏾💪🏾

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С такими инструментами творить одно удовольствие!

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So in love with these ❤

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This came out beautifully & the set together looks fantastic 👌🏽

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Great build! Awesome to see you back in the shop...kinda! Blessings!!!

[@DIYCreators]

Thanks, I always exciting to be in the shop.

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Another fantastic project dude!! Real nice to see you!

[@JosephMccomas]

Awesome bench and great video!

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Wow so beautiful

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Imma build that bench! So cool! Awesome job!

[@DIYCreators]

Thank you

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So good, man! Love how you don’t halfway do anything. This looks great.

[@DIYCreators]

Thank you!

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I love this idea! I might just steal it... 👍

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Welcome back!

[@DIYCreators]

Thanks!

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Love this and all your stuff...

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Thanks for the tips, especially the bondo trick