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About Project
I was looking for a storage bench for our playroom that had a flip top lid, but wasn't going to be a bottomless pit for tiny pieces of toys...been there done that! Then I saw just what I was looking for! I made a few mods including leaving off the drawers because I plan to build some crates out of scraps to fit, and creating 3 sections on the bottom instead of the 2. ***Previous version sat flush to the floor, but i couldn't bring myself to leave it that way!!!***
Dimensions
Materials and Tools
1- 2x2, 6ft
1- 1x3, 8ft
1- 4x8 plywood
this plan was designed for plywood that actually measures 3/4in
hinges for lid
Cut List
Sides
2 - 13.5x16
4 - 2x2x18
4 - 1x3x13.5
Back
1 - 41.5x16
Bottom and Shelf
2 - 41.5x 16.25
Front
1- 41 1/2 x 7 3/4
Divider (you could do 1 or 2)
1- 16.25x6.75
Lid
1 -1x3x45(measure to fit)
1- 45 x 14.75 (you might want to cut this last to measure for perfect fit)
General Instructions
Please read through the entire plan and all comments before beginning this project. It is also advisable to review the Getting Started Section. Take all necessary precautions to build safely and smartly. Work on a clean level surface, free of imperfections or debris. Always use straight boards. Check for square after each step. Always predrill holes before attaching with screws. Use glue with finish nails for a stronger hold. Wipe excess glue off bare wood for stained projects, as dried glue will not take stain. Be safe, have fun, and ask for help if you need it. Good luck!
Step 1
Make all your plywood cuts (see diagram)
I'm planning to get my plywood cut in-store into 2 4'x4' pieces.
Step 2
Assemble Sides using glue and 2" nails
Step 3
Add the 1x3 trim at top and bottom. Secure with glue and 1 1/4" finishing nails
Step 4
Once you have completed both sides, attach the back piece with glue and 2" nails
Make sure top edges are flush and check for square
Step 5
Next add the bottom, and then the shelf
Make your marks for the shelf placement at 9 1/2 from the bottom (or 6 3/4 inches between the top of the bottom shelf and the bottom of the middle shelf). clear as mud?
Step 6
Add the dividers
Step 7
add the front
Don't forget to nail from the underside of that shelf!
Step 8
Now add that 45" 1x3
Measure to fit
Step 9
ok so i think my graphic shows the lid as 14.5 wide, that was before it dawned on me that you need a little overhang to lift the lid...duh.
So it should be 14 3/4 or 15
Add the lid using whatever hinge hardware you decide upon.
Finishing Instructions
I plan to top mine with a long seat cushion and some toss pillows.
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Wow!
I love this plan! Thanks for sharing!
What a great idea to put the
What a great idea to put the shelf under the toybox! We've got a bottomless pit of toys :) and it's no fun! Thank you for sharing, really nice plan!
Any finished pics?
Do you have any pictures of this finished project? I love it and am working on it now as my first build on my own! Thanks for the inspiration!
I think we'll use this as our son's "train table"!
Adding this to my "To-do" list! Thanks for sharing!
This is exactly what we need!
This is exactly what we are needing in our playroom, possibly for the entryway as well. Thank you so much!
turn into landing solution?
Ana, would it take a lot of structural work to extend the back of this up to add a hutch for coat hooks? We have a split-level entry, and need a behind-the-door solution for shoes, coats, and storage that doesn't require bolting to the wall or ceiling (halfway up the landing "wall" it turns into open railings around the top level living room). This storage bench would be perfect (shoe bin cubbies plus hinged storage lid), if only it had a higher back on it for coat hooks. No heavy shelves on top, just a back. Kind of like this concept (not necessarily this design): http://www.amazon.com/Treasure-Hall-Storage-Hx39-75-CHERRY/dp/B002644UBI...
Thanks!
Look at her other lockers,
Look at her other lockers, entry way and mudroom pieces. I'm pretty sure I remember seeing one that had the top cubbies, coat hooks, a storage bench AND shoe space.
If not, just extending the rear legs and the back piece up higher, and framing it across the top with 1x something boards for the place to screw the coathooks.
The lift top on the bench would have to be notched around the rear supports instead of resting over them, or (easier) you could use a 2x4 across the inside of the upper box at seat height to make a place to attach hinges.
could this be used for seating?
I'm wondering how much weight this could hold. I would love something like this for our eat in kitchen bench but I'm not sure if it could hold up two people?
It's made of 3.4 inch plywood
It's made of 3.4 inch plywood and 2x4s ... that box on top provides plenty of support for 2 adults.
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