Illustration: Gregory Nemec
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Using tin snips, cut the hardware cloth and secure it to the 1×2 cleats with a staple gun and ½-inch staples.
Step 4: Cut and Insert the Hardware Cloth
Introduction
Overview
Step 1
Cut the Pieces
Step 2
Build the Legs
Step 3
Assemble the Bench Base
Step 4
Cut and Insert the Hardware Cloth
Step 5
Attach the Seat and Backrest
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Tools List
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Circular saw
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Miter saw
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Jigsaw
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Drill/Driver
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Staple Gun
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Tin snips
Shopping List
1. 1x6 cedar boards
Get eight 8-foot boards and rip two and a half of them to a 1x5 size (actual size: 4½ inches). Get one 6-foot board.
*This is a great project to make out of leftover deck boards as well. Just be sure to take into account teh additional thickness of the ½ lumber.
2. 1x2 cedar boards
Get two 6-foot boards to make the cleats.3. Hardware cloth
4. 1¼-inch trim head stainless-steel deck screws
5. ½-inch staples
Get eight 8-foot boards and rip two and a half of them to a 1x5 size (actual size: 4½ inches). Get one 6-foot board.
*This is a great project to make out of leftover deck boards as well. Just be sure to take into account teh additional thickness of the ½ lumber.
2. 1x2 cedar boards
Get two 6-foot boards to make the cleats.3. Hardware cloth
4. 1¼-inch trim head stainless-steel deck screws
5. ½-inch staples
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