Build A Cedar Bench for the Shower
Materials
NOTE: All board lengths are 8' long unless otherwise noted.
Cut List
Cutting Diagrams
Step 1
Cut all your pieces to length as shown in the cutting diagrams. Then attach two vertical leg pieces to a horizontal leg piece both top and bottom.
I recommend a 1/2" dowel joint to join the everything together. They are strong and look good.
Step 2
A similar procedure for the bench slats. These can be glued together initially and allowed to dry. Then 1/2" dowels can be drilled and set to strengthen the shower bench.
Step 3
The bench slats give some resistance to sheer forces but we need something for the bottom of the bench as well.
Glue the bottom slat in place. Allow to dry. Then set another couple dowels
Final Thoughts
The whole project needs a good sanding. If you sanded each piece as you went along this step won't be such a chore.
Since hands and other body parts will be moving in and around the shower bench you will want to sand all the edges smooth to the touch. Take extra care around corners and smooth heavily.
Since it is made of cedar you don't need to stain but a good weather resistant seal is recommended as cedar does change color over time to a dirty greyish green.
That is usually desired on outdoor furniture but maybe not in the shower.
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