How to Build a Backless Bench (Part One)

A backless wooden bench is a great addition to any backyard. It creates seating and adds ambience to your yard. Not only that, but it is pretty simple to make, so it is a fun and easy project for the beginner carpenter.
Step One: Using a 1-by-8 pine board, measure and cut one piece of wood 30 inches long (for the backless bench top) and two pieces of the pine 18 inches long for the legs.
Step Two: Measure and cut two pieces of wood from the 1-by-4 pine board. Cut each of these pieces 30 inches long. They will be used for the backless bench sides.
Step Three: From the 1-by-2 pine board, measure and cut two 20 inch long pieces for braces for the backless bench.
Step Four: Place a "v" on one end of each leg piece, 2 inches from each long side and 5 inches up from the bottom. Cut out the "v" using a jigsaw.
Step Five: On a level work surface, stand one of the legs on its top end. Then set a brace on one long side and position it against the leg at a 90-degree angle. Drill two pilot holes from the outside of the leg and into the end of the brace. Insert the wood screws into the pilot holes and attach the brace to the leg. Repeat to attach the other leg to the other end of the brace.