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Porch Bed Swing
Porch swinging just got a little sweeter!
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Time
- 5–9.8 hours
- Cost
- $$$
Cut list
| Part | Qty | T × W × L | Material | ✓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front and back frame | 2 | 1" × 5" × 56" | — | ☐ |
| Side frame and mattress supports | 8 | 1" × 5" × 28" | — | ☐ |
| Side rails | 4 | 1" × 5" × 15 1/2" | — | ☐ |
| Side rails | 4 | 1" × 5" × 21" | — | ☐ |
| Bottom side support | 2 | 1" × 3" × 21" | — | ☐ |
| Bottom back support | 1 | 1" × 3" × 53" | — | ☐ |
| Decorative slats | 10 | 1" × 3" × 14" | — | ☐ |
| Top side support | 2 | 1" × 3" × 29" | — | ☐ |
| Top back support | 1 | 1" × 3" × 59" | — | ☐ |
| Bottom rope hangers | 2 | 1" × 3" × 70" | — | ☐ |
Materials
| Item | Qty | ✓ |
|---|---|---|
| Board, 2x6 96" | 6 board | ☐ |
| Board, 2x4 96" | 6 board | ☐ |
| Treated post finial, Post Finial 4 1/2" | 4 board | ☐ |
| Kreg 2 1/2" Blue coated screws | 100 each | ☐ |
| Ubolts | 4 each | ☐ |
| Outdoor wood glue | 1 each | ☐ |
| Exterior paint | 1 each | ☐ |
Overall cost: $$$. Lumber varies by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure.