Duration 12:47

How To Make Outdoor Garden Sofas - Easy & Cheap

by Rag 'n' Bone Brown

50 523 watched

2.4 K

Published 4 Jun 2021

In this video I show how to make some inexpensive, quick and easy outdoor garden sofas with cushions using pressure treated / tanalised 3x2s (63x38mm timber) and 6x1s (150x22mm). Perfect for every patio, solidly made and should last years and years Plans for this project: https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1015109362/outdoor-sofas-woodworking-plans-cut-list Also available for free via Patreon http://www.patreon.com/ragnbonebrown or YouTube Channel Membership /channel/UCVyE_6jEtVZGmYGXtUOL5FQ/join Sofa cushions by Gardenista (not a sponsor by the way!): https://geni.us/aNHv (Amazon affiliate link) Polyurethane Glue https://geni.us/NiwZu (Amazon affiliate link) This video is supported by Milwaukee, check out their full range here: https://uk.milwaukeetool.eu/?utm_source=Social&utm_medium=YouTube&utm_campaign=Rag%20N%20Bone%20Brown%20-Milwaukee%20Range M18 Mitre Saw https://uk.milwaukeetool.eu/en-gb/m18-fuel-254-mm-mitre-saw/m18-fms254/?utm_source=Social&utm_medium=YouTube&utm_campaign=Rag%20N%20Bone%20Brown%20-%20Mitre%20Saw M18 Drill & Driver https://uk.milwaukeetool.eu/en-gb/m18-fuel-powerpack/m18-fpp2a2/?utm_source=Social&utm_medium=YouTube&utm_campaign=Rag%20N%20Bone%20Brown%20-%20M18%20twin%20kit #woodworking #gardensofa #outdoorsofa Thanks for watching! Please subscribe, click like if you like, and hit the bell icon for future video notifications HELP SUPPORT THE CHANNEL: Support with YouTube channel membership: /channel/UCVyE_6jEtVZGmYGXtUOL5FQ/join Support with Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/ragnbonebrown Support with PayPal http://paypal.me/ragnbonebrown MY TOOLS: For links to the tools I use, plus some of my favourite consumables, finishes and more see links below. Please note I earn a small commission from any purchases: UK affiliate store: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/ragnbonebrown US affiliate store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/ragnbonebrown SHOP: Etsy: http://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/KeithBrownMaker https://teespring.com/stores/rag-n-bone-brown-merch LINKS: Website: http://www.ragnbonebrown.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ragnbonebrown Instagram: @ragnbonebrown Twitter: http://twitter.com/ragnbonebrown Email: ragnbonebrown@gmail.com Second YouTube Channel (non woodwork videos): /user/keefykeef

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@PeterOConnl3 years ago " my wood expands and contracts with seasonal changes" would be a pretty cool t shirt. 61
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@libbyhardel18263 years ago I love that cat, he' s a total daddy' s boy! Love the build, as always! 14
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@thewoodworkguy11893 years ago Awesome build keith. Thanks for the plans. Love the way dylan comes over to say hi on que! Such a little legend. 8
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@niva80433 years ago What a lucky day for sweet dylan, 3 morefor him to enjoy. I believe he said -it was about time i got something nice for my outdoor naps. 2
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@karenstimson26833 years ago Dylan clearly approves! I think he' s claiming them as perfect spots for sun-napping. Lovely design, great results. 2
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@jasonsillett55723 years ago Hi keith great build, instead of the plastic door stop things i used cut up cheapy plastic chopping boards for the legs on my picnic benches, they made . ...Expand 3
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@Bill.L.Carroll3 years ago That' s a hell of a savings, man!
grouse build, they look quite comfy, and more importantly have dylan' s meow of approval! 1
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@mrsb56463 years ago Wow keith was dylan wearing a mic, im sure his meow is rivalling your mitre saw great vid. 5
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@claytongriffiths18842 years ago Just got my plans off etsy and look forward to having a go at making it in the spring ready for the summer as my back garden is my workshop.
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@LilianaJulitalast year I love your beautiful cat! And your sofas are also very nice. Well done!
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@steved80383 years ago Really well designed and built. Thank you. 1
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@TheFurnitureArtisan3 years ago Nice project. Ive made a few various shaped and sized outdoor seating over the years. The savings are great.
a tip for anyone who may be inte id="hidden4"rested. As an alternative to your door stop feet, ive have added about 20mm of epoxy resin to the bottoms of legs(make a well with tape and fill with the resin) no wood in contact with wet floors and it seems to withstand the inevitable dragging around the patio. ...Expand 3
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@howimake13 years ago These turned out great and look really nice. Nice work. Thanks.
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@henryworkswood3 years ago Really great looking outdoor furniture, i like the simple yet strong design! 1
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@warmgulfwind3 years ago What a coincidence, easy & cheap was my nickname in high school. 7
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@Neonatnoon3 years ago I always love a dylan cameo. I like these, i need some outdoor furniture and these look nice for the space i have.
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@DarkScarlettVixen3 years ago Dillon sounded miffed you were breaking in the new seating without him! 3
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@PaulO-mv6ku3 years ago Excellent video - very informative at each point. Thanks.
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@pteddie69653 years ago Nice looking benches, keith. I enjoyed the explanation. You always explain your builds well.
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@deanreynolds20273 years ago Great build i use felt roofing shingles on the bottom of my outside table cut to size of legs, it' s also good for levelling up as well. 1
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@IEnjoyCreatingVideos3 years ago Nice job on the outdoor garden sofas keith! Thank you for sharing them with us! Jp.
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@erictheviking6723 years ago Great job. Crazy how the cushions cost more than the rest of the bits. Thanks for posting. Happy relaxing!
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@neilf41283 years ago Your fast becoming ai really appreciate your no nonsense approach to just about everything. Its funny though, even though outdoor furniture is so expensive, there' s no way even a diyer will pay pennies for materials needed. Keith, awesome job as usual. ...Expand
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@CartersShed3 years ago They look nice and comfy. Let' s hope for a decent summer so they can get plenty of use.
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@danielpreilly773 years ago Really solid design keith, well done. Nice seeing you get creative on the channel.
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@markwatters68753 years ago Great longes mate. Keep the videos coming.
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@grammybear42263 years ago Big bear hugs from a 67 yr old grandma in kirby, texas, usa.
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@BischBaschBosch3 years ago Man. The next place we get has gotta have a garden! Just wish i knew someone who had a garden and 3 nice garden sofa' s upon which to enjoy it; nicely done mate.
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@awantamta3 years ago They look very comfortable and of course are well made.
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@PhillWyattProjects3 years ago Lovely looking benches. A great addition to the garden.
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@robertbamford82663 years ago Great looking results. Not sure about pt wood. Hate working with it when not necessary. As far as i can tell it requires an oil based primer. Our experience . ...Expand 1
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@tworiversworkshop61113 years ago Good project, good video, good result. Well done keith!
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@benjaqsonworkshop99743 years ago Great vid and very nice looking furniture. Always like to see value for money.
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@ianvicedomini26483 years ago Really nice keith. Your cat appreciates them too lol great video mate.
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@STANWoodwork3 years ago Nice job. It is looks lovely and solid.
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@InTheWorkshop3 years ago Nice design keith they look great and your cat approves too.
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@frankslittleworkshop3 years ago Nicely done keith. Hope your going to make a matching one " dylan sized" they look great. Nice job.
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@rodgerq3 years ago The price of garden furniture is eye-watering. These look better than a lot of what' s available and will no doubt last longer!
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@joeber34623 years ago Ye gotta love dylan. He was full of chat. " what did you make for me now"
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@danconlan87353 years ago Great work keith, you are definitely a much betterthan i am! I will have made a mess under that project trying to paint it with no drop cloths!
thanks for sharing that,
dc.
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@isyt13 years ago Good job!
40 odd quid before the cushions is pretty good really. And you can buy foam and fabric on amazon to make your own cushions too.
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@a..d55183 years ago They came out very nice, and the can gave a thumbs up as well.
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@GrumpysWorkshop43 years ago Interesting video, me & the mrs have been talking about me making some outdoor furniture to go under our lean-to.
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@alistairstanger29403 years ago Nice job! Im looking to make some outdoor chairs and i guess this design without the centre piece and reduced in width appropriately would work.
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@thebushyone3 years ago Should do a follow up video by making an outdoor sofa swing.
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@outoftheburrough3 years ago They look fab, a tip on the cushions/seat depth, have the cushions overhang the seat front edge by about 2cm so you don' t get the rail in the back &the cushions are water resistant not water proof so don' t leave them out in the rain. ...Expand 1
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@jezwarren-clarke24713 years ago Great video and nice garden seating. And i thought it was just me with sketch up. I always seem to end up with a pen and paper in the end. Much quicker. Although its only me who understands my plans)
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@avory3213 years ago Great project. In the past for a similar project for the feet i used pound land plastic chopping boards. Cut them smaller than the wood so you can' t . ...Expand 1
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@andrewarcher8803 years ago A good way to protect the legs from soaking up moisture is to coat the end grain with epoxy resin, just use masking tape around the bottom but leave it . ...Expand 1
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@cjhification3 years ago Looks very nice, and possibly something to offer as a commission piece via your etsy shop, sure some others would love it and it' s probably better as always, enjoyed and inspired. ...Expand 1
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@thomasgabriel45313 years ago Great video again keith will definitely have to give making one a go hopefully have the summer for it. I also came across a new irish woodworker on youtube by name eire workshop have you seen it he is very knowledgeable.
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@BensWorkshop3 years ago Keeping wood off the ground is the key part i think. When i built my workshop the wooden walls are on concrete blocks with a damp proof course for just that reason.
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@bigpete42273 years ago Im just about to make something similar and have been taking photos of park benches.
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@hdwoodshop3 years ago Great video. I was thinking for extra safety to apply epoxy to the end grain of the legs. Then use the stoppers. They look great!
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@bidders773 years ago Recently built a sofa myself with pallet wood and used a full varnish finish and used rubber feet with a steel washer included, if you search " 4 . ...Expand
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@paulkesteven77983 years ago Christ, dylan has got some lungs on him. 20
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@silvanomartins38863 years ago Belo projeto amigo, abraos aqui do brasil!
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@robgullen3 years ago The feet - i looked at the door-stop idea for an outdoor table i' ve just made (using the granite sink cut out from our new kitchen worktops - with . ...Expand
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@stevenclarke56063 years ago Nice job, i might give it a go, as you said the commercially available versions are extremely expensive or very poorly made and flimsy, as i dont have a . ...Expand
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@williammoore41013 years ago For the bottom of the feet, you can put a thin layer of epoxy. Works great for outdoor furniture.
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@buddythompson52843 years ago I can' t remember where at the moment, i think maybe the @woodwhisperer was one) but i' ve seen two recent videos where people have used tape around . ...Expand
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@JohnColgan.3 years ago Nice build, very trendy looking with the contrasting paint/cussion colours. Rubber doorstops would be better, plastic will go brittle in sun & frost.
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@TheSuprahuman2 years ago Came for the sofa build, stayed for the cat nice job bud!
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@kiritladva6202 years ago Great video thanks - ill be purchasing the plans from etsy!
a few questions though, what type of wood preserver are you using? And do you think i . ...Expand
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@ShallowPlane3 years ago Haha good lad i was just thinking of something like this.
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@fraforgt-350r22 years ago Im going to be trying out some 50 b&m wooden benches soon. They come in a flat box so i assume you have to assemble urself. Apparently their made fr . ...Expand
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@MonicaJackson7113 years ago I see they received the dylan stamp of approval though i think you forgot to factor in the cat expenses in the cost breakdown.
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@stevethetrixter3 years ago I' m just making one of these after downloading your plans, really enjoying it so far. One question, regarding how long to leave the wood to dry out . ...Expand
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@spongefactory3 years ago Look great keith - what paint did you use (screwfix no-nonsense) and what' s the wood preservative you used. Cheers.
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@stevehough85283 years ago Those plastic doorstops as feet may well fail over time. I don' t think the cheaper ones are uv stabilised and i prefer the rubber versions. I have . ...Expand
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@elchimpo95903 years ago Fantastic job! I see a nice relaxing summer time barbecue for you two.
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@craigcoe28043 years ago Hi keith
please could i ask where you got your track and flip stop for the mitre saw? I' ve been looking for something for a while, and th . ...Expand
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@-Benedict3 years ago If it' s going to be finished with a good quality exterior grade paint, and repainted yearly, i' m not sure there' s much value in spending the extra for treated timber? Just a thought. Super design.
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@mickinoz20053 years ago How do you find sketchup, it seems super tricky.
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@andybarker55523 years ago Uv damage from the sun in the uk, didn' t know this was a comedy channel now;
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@doggo1043 years ago Dear keith, please include more of your lovely cat in future videos. Sincerely, everyone.
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@dagorithe3 years ago Looks nice. Odd question coming. I know you are one the other side of the pond (it' s all perspective) do you think it would have cost what you paid pre-covid?
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@PabloBD3 years ago That sofa has dylan's seal of aproval
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@stuartwass66723 years ago I want your cat
so friendly compared to ours.
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@dtharte3 years ago Is that an original milwaukee blade on you mitre saw?
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@TheWebstaff3 years ago You know what makes great material for cushion covers.
old tents!
your welcome.
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@deanreynolds20273 years ago Great project, all set to build and the cushions have gone up too 90 a bench, it' s a shame because i would of thought they would of got a lot of traffic . ...Expand
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@georgewarren55653 years ago Just curious, why do you have a 12v impact driver and a 18v drill?
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@saliyalokeshwara70553 years ago I honestly love the glue you used but i absolutely hate it when i use it without gloves. Just makes your hands black and it doesn' t go off for days.
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@paulwestlake42783 years ago If the wood is pressure treated, the treatment goes right to the middle of the wood. The green colour is just there to identify it as treated.
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@RagnBoneBrown3 years ago Plans for this project:
Also available for free via Patreon or YouTube Channel Membership
Sofa cushions by Gardenista (not a sponsor by the way!): (Amazon affiliate link)
Polyurethane Glue (Amazon affiliate link)
This video is supported by Milwaukee, check out their full range here:
M18 Mitre Saw
M18 Drill & Driver
HELP SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:
Support with YouTube channel membership:
Support with Patreon:
Support with PayPal
MY TOOLS:
For links to the tools I use, plus some of my favourite consumables, finishes and more see links below. As an Amazon Associate I may earn a small commission from qualifying purchases:
US affiliate store:
SHOP:
Etsy:
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@steenfraosterbro32683 years ago I' m curious to why you bury the screw way into the wood. Will this not make an unnecessary opening into the wood? Glad you painted the sofa. Wouldn' t . ...Expand 2