It s no wonder window seats are often the most loved element in a home.
Window bench with drawers plans.
They create a sense of coziness and security thanks to the niche that defines a window seat.
How to make a diy window bench with storage.
You can read robin s sawdust diaries here.
In robin s room this bench is built in between two bookcases but you could build this plan as a stand along storage bench.
I purchased my drawer and cabinet pulls at home depot.
Minimalistic design for a contemporary window seat bench made out of solid pine wood with an unpainted finish and a thick comfortable seat cushion covered in vinyl material in a light gray color.
I m sharing the diy tutorial.
Now for the hardware.
I used external hinges on my doors to add a little more decor to the front.
Robin s bench sat over an air vent so they had to direct the air flow out through the toe kick.
They offer comfort especially with a thick cushion on top and views to the outdoors.
What s great is a window bench does not have to be a permanent fixture.
Vivian at ish and chi has a quick and easy tutorial for her ikea window bench seat with storage.
I love this project because they made the whole unit look like a built in by using the drawers on each.
Her free plans estimate the finished cost at just 65 you couldn t touch this bench for that in any store.
Next attach the cabinet doors using hinges.
The window bench has two storage drawers underneath the seating and has two cupboards on the sides.
Once the drawers are in attach the drawer front to the drawer using 1 1 2 wood screws attach from inside of drawer through back of drawer front.
And they provide extra storage when fitted with drawers cabinets or a simply hinged bench.
Read more about built in window seat bench plans.
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