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A backless X-leg bench sized to pair with the matching X outdoor table. All 30° cuts — every leg piece is angled.
| Part | Qty | T × W × L | Material | ✓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long leg pieces Both ends 30° off square, ends parallel. | 6 | 3/4" × 2 1/2" × 19 1/4" | 1x3 | ☐ |
| Short leg pieces (A) Long point to long point; both ends 30° off square, NOT parallel. | 6 | 3/4" × 2 1/2" × 9 1/4" | 1x3 | ☐ |
| Short leg pieces (B) Long point to long point; both ends 30° off square, NOT parallel. | 6 | 3/4" × 2 1/2" × 9 7/8" | 1x3 | ☐ |
| Top blocks Long point to long point; both ends 30° off square, NOT parallel. | 6 | 1 1/2" × 1 1/2" × 12 3/8" | 2x2 | ☐ |
| Seat boards (2x4) | 2 | 1 1/2" × 3 1/2" × 64" | 2x4 | ☐ |
| Seat board (2x6) | 1 | 1 1/2" × 5 1/2" × 64" | 2x6 | ☐ |
| Item | Qty | ✓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1x3, 8 ft (Cedar or pressure-treated) X leg pieces. | 3 each | ☐ |
| 2x2, 8 ft (Cedar or pressure-treated) Top blocks. | 2 each | ☐ |
| 2x4, 8 ft (Cedar or pressure-treated) Seat boards. | 2 each | ☐ |
| 2x6, 8 ft (Cedar or pressure-treated) Center seat board. | 1 each | ☐ |
| Exterior screws, 1-1/4" and 2-1/2" | 40 each | ☐ |
| Waterproof wood glue | 4 oz | ☐ |
Overall cost: $$. Lumber varies by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure.
Tools: Drill / Driver. Materials: 1x3, 8 ft, Exterior screws, 1-1/4" and 2-1/2", Waterproof wood glue
Use the smaller leg pieces to guide the angles. Attach the two longer leg pieces of each X with 1-1/4" fasteners and waterproof glue. Getting these two set at the right angle establishes the X.
Tools: Drill / Driver. Materials: 1x3, 8 ft, Exterior screws, 1-1/4" and 2-1/2", Waterproof wood glue
Fill in the spaces with the smaller leg pieces, using 1-1/4" fasteners and glue, to complete each X leg.
Tools: Drill / Driver. Materials: 2x2, 8 ft, Exterior screws, 1-1/4" and 2-1/2", Waterproof wood glue
Attach the angled top blocks to the top of each X leg with 2-1/2" screws and glue. These give the seat boards a solid, level landing.
Tools: Drill / Driver, Random Orbit Sander. Materials: 2x4, 8 ft, 2x6, 8 ft, Exterior screws, 1-1/4" and 2-1/2", Waterproof wood glue
Land the 2x4 and 2x6 seat boards across the two legs and attach with 2-1/2" screws and glue. Leave a small gap between the boards so rain drains through — a solid outdoor seat holds water and rots. Sand any sharp edges and let cedar silver or apply an exterior finish.