DIY "Zig Zag" Sofa | How to make a modern couch

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DIY "Zig Zag" Sofa | How to make a modern couch

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Full instructions here: www.homemade-mo...
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The frame for the sofa is made out of 2x4s, 2x10s, and 3/4" sanded pine plywood from The Home Depot. The foam for the cushions was from: www.foambymail....
i ordered the following: Cushion, Lux Foam - High Quality WITH DACRON WRAP Dimensions: 3" x 24" x 66" and Dimensions: 3" x 18" x 66"
the leather come from Tandy Leather and was the most expensive part. I will show how to use canvas or an old blanket in a future video as a more affordable option.

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@HomeMadeModern 7 жыл бұрын

hi everyone! the site's been updated with step-by-step instructions (with a downloadable pdf) of this project! www.homemade-modern.com/ep108-zig-zag-sofa/

@ellaworldworld8660 7 жыл бұрын

HomeMadeModern

@howardwmoore 7 жыл бұрын

HomeMadeModern

@NutsinBrazil 7 жыл бұрын

Where is the PDF version with measurements? On the page there is only a link to the suppliers and to a concrete wine bar...

@shyujack8919 7 жыл бұрын

HomeMadeModern vvv

@andrews5356 7 жыл бұрын

I'm finding that the site crashes everytime I try to load it.

@HomeMadeModern 7 жыл бұрын

anyone see the bonus footage at the end? also i will be doing a Facebook live video about this project soon to answer questions and show it in more detail.

@WatchMeDIYIt 7 жыл бұрын

HomeMadeModern great way to use the scraps!

@huzaifaabdullahi5273 7 жыл бұрын

facebook live will be really amazing

@bryantreddy3288 7 жыл бұрын

HomeMadeModern when is the LIVE steam

@bryantreddy3288 7 жыл бұрын

HomeMadeModern hey can you tell me what app you use to make your plans. I am trying to convert my thoughts from my head to a computer systems

@HomeMadeModern 7 жыл бұрын

probably this weekend but will end up posting the video afterwards to our 2nd youtube channel

@JHA854 7 жыл бұрын

The leather looks really good, I actually really like how the leather isn't perfectly pulled tight.

@HomeMadeModern 7 жыл бұрын

yes the cushions came out great and we are excited to try more leather projects!

@tonpa8888 7 жыл бұрын

Du you now Darbin Orvar?? She does a lot of leather things!! Hope this is helpfull!! Nice videos!! Keep on making them!!!

@marietheresreinke2828 7 жыл бұрын

HomeMadeModern but leather is a part of an dead animal that got treatment to not rot. educate yourself about the suffering of sentient beeings getting killed for leather production

@emiliana1767 7 жыл бұрын

HomeMadeModern maybe also fake leather? Dont want to be a buzzkill, i really love your channel and projects, but its really unnecessary to use animal skin as a cushion cover. There are plenty great and cheap options without someone have to die! Nontheless, its a beautiful project ♥️

@theTORTUGAZUL 7 жыл бұрын

What a lame comment.

@TheSteveAS 7 жыл бұрын

Yes! Yes! This is exactly what I wanted to transition from our dining area to our living area. Instead of a sofa, I will use your design to create a banquette for the dining table, and then a desk area behind. So cool-looking with the "zig-zag" edge -- I could see painting that plywood edge a bright color to accentuate the shape even more. Thank you Ben for continuing to "open-source" your innovations!

@elijahkatsanis 7 жыл бұрын

Ben you are like the Frank Lloyd Wright of this modern era! I believe people are going to be looking to your videos well into the next century and beyond for inspiration. Thank you for your awesome inspirational ideas! I would love to see your take on a tiny house.

@HomeMadeModern 7 жыл бұрын

here is an KZfaq playlist with the other DIY sofa projects we made: kzfaq.info/sun/PL1hIfCnA2XelE0ejt0XSDTmXFXPD8aMKY

@Fixthisbuildthat 7 жыл бұрын

Looking great, Ben! Such a cool design and dual use of space.

@97WarriorGrad 7 жыл бұрын

Job well done you two! Seeing this reminds me of the "modern" homes designed by Frank Lloyd Wright back in his day, when the idea was to make use of every available square inch of space; when furniture was organic, natural and stylish, and minimalism didn't have to mean bleak. Once again, job well done and highly inspirational!

@GreenShortzDIY 7 жыл бұрын

Excellent dual purpose sofa. Love the addition of the side table. Worth sticking around to the end.

@athao214 7 жыл бұрын

So incredibly innovative and modern! I'm excited to see more projects like this.

@HomeMadeModern 7 жыл бұрын

thank you!

@Wordsnwood 7 жыл бұрын

I am also quite impressed and intrigued by how you made the leather-wrapped cushions. Neat idea!

@RoyalCaoCao 7 жыл бұрын

One of the best design yet, especially the mini table.

@MrDpoling 7 жыл бұрын

I love multi-functional furniture! And the best part was the bonus arms at the end! Brilliant!

@clark2711 7 жыл бұрын

This two in one sofa design with back table is so ingenious... You sir just earned a subscriber....

@reforzar 7 жыл бұрын

I don't know how but you keep doing it. You keep killing it. Awesome design and execution.

@0Jillarious0 7 жыл бұрын

This is incredible! Thank you so much for this video! I love how you use tools that are available to low budget diy-ers like me who can't afford expensive carpentry equipment.

@mimiteas 7 жыл бұрын

Love this design! This would also be great for tiny apartments as the counter top could be used for eating.

@Angelzeroel03 7 жыл бұрын

this is absolutely functional, space saving and well made.

@lolmaster91 7 жыл бұрын

it's a really nice design, it inspired me to do something really alike, but with storage unit at the base

@richroc7 6 жыл бұрын

Ben I am just amazed at how many awesome projects you have shown and thought of. I’m so glad that I seen you on Ask This Old House. Thank you for all that you do.

@necrojoe 7 жыл бұрын

"Hey, honey...wanna do the 'zig-zag sofa'?" "What's that?" "Three in the front, three in the back."

@woodscrew5612 7 жыл бұрын

Ben that is awesome! You zigged when the other guys are zagging. You come out with some creative stuff!!

@MissSunshine666 7 жыл бұрын

I just fall in love with this great table sofa. Mostly because of the table design. As soon as I get more room, this would be mine. thx

@grahamjefferson4854 7 жыл бұрын

I'm always amazed by your projects but your recent works are a step above and beyond! I'll definitely be using your plans when I get my own place.

@illusory7862 7 жыл бұрын

When/if I eventually get my own house you can bet a lot of money I'll be building most of my furniture with a ton of help from you guys.

@mdbohica 7 жыл бұрын

Ben, your furniture design skills are advancing rapidly. This is my favorite of yours this far!! Awesome work!

@GerBarne 7 жыл бұрын

What a cool project. Looks great. Very surprised I haven't seen even one comment about how gorgeous Jessie is. I love her style with the mismatched Chucks. Very cool. 👌

@ryr1974 7 жыл бұрын

I love it a DIY project that is, in fact, DIY in complexity and one that involves using very accessible tools. I might have used some nuts and bolts rather than screws. But I actually selected the video because I liked the design of the sofa and only realized it was a DIY tutorial after it started.

@willcookmakeup 7 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love this idea. When I move into my own space I will definitely be trying this build

@eduhgraficx 7 жыл бұрын

I love your projects. So insightful. Like I'm sure I will always do DIY furniture in the simplest most elegant way just like you do.

@emelineemeline9114 7 жыл бұрын

I've never been so happy to see a channel sponsored before Home Depot is the perfect fit!

@therlux 7 жыл бұрын

i've made this sofa and guys it's *great* ! ! ! but i only had particleboard laying around, painted the whole thing and waiting for it to dry.. ill link you pics tommorow :D

@huzaifaabdullahi5273 7 жыл бұрын

your work have actually inspired me a lot to start my own workshop i feel really happy whenever you post sm here. any recommendations about the tools and equipments for someone who is trying to give it a shot? thanks.

@HomeMadeModern 7 жыл бұрын

i will do a tool guide soon!

@eingoluq 7 жыл бұрын

Meet too. I like your channel so much. good job on it's design language too. I'm looking to get a Ryobi set. how well do they hold up to more expensive brands like DeWALT?

@oreocake96 7 жыл бұрын

this has quickly become my favorite building channel, so much clever and creative ideas:)

@ajpnay4ever24 7 жыл бұрын

I like how simple and good looking it came out. Nice video and piece of multifunctional furniture.

@pliktley1 6 жыл бұрын

Gonna save this for when I move into my studio apartment :) there's not much space for both a sofa and a dining table and everyday work table so this is perfect.

@usako2621 7 жыл бұрын

I love the design on this it's a great dual purpose couch.

@Kyle-uu4mr 7 жыл бұрын

could totally put some velcro strips on the underside of the cushions and and plywood to make sure they stay in place too!! love the side table addition.

@GregsGarage 7 жыл бұрын

Great design Ben and Jesse. I could see this being way cool in aluminum.

@danielbroscow4461 7 жыл бұрын

how big your house is daaamn?

@jewelmartin5406 6 жыл бұрын

A sectional like this would be awesome!

@Donewithcounting 7 жыл бұрын

Man I've been following you since you only had a few videos but this couch is one of my favorites! I like the idea someone else had of a video tour of your house with all you have done in it! Thanks! David

@nardettgbmwfitness 7 жыл бұрын

do you have a video that shows a tour of your house. cause this is awesome

@ShaunKirkwood 7 жыл бұрын

The side table is genius!

@hitric32 7 жыл бұрын

that's fantastic!.... I need to build that for my place. it's a total space saver !

@silvanatoma7464 6 жыл бұрын

I Absolutely love this design and how easy you make it look to build! Was looking for a DIY sofa and your tutorial is by far the best! Thank you for this and good job guys!

@fnin 7 жыл бұрын

I am never gonna do any of these but it's really interesting to see them come together

@kings5223 7 жыл бұрын

Very cool design! I'm going to use elements of this sofa for the arm chair I am building.

@jarviesteven 7 жыл бұрын

Such a cool design for an apartment/loft sofa!

@verenamuller4183 7 жыл бұрын

I love it! Great idea and functionality. Where is the button to like it 100 times? 😀

@ForwardGuidance 7 жыл бұрын

Nice. I think for cold weather areas best to put it on legs and the study area in back accessed with bar stools, because low to the ground in cold weather areas is where the coldest air in the room resides.

@TrishTruitt 7 жыл бұрын

Quite a cool design! And great video editing/production. The only improvements I might want would be arms (maybe ones that can also act as side tables or have storage like the add-on piece at the end - only higher) and a pull-out or flip-up storage under the seat. Great for a tiny space.

@izzyswan 7 жыл бұрын

thats pretty slick guys! loved the bonus footage idea to!

@HomeMadeModern 7 жыл бұрын

thanks izzy! yeah i got the idea from Marvel Movies!

@geoffjohnston1531 7 жыл бұрын

Hi there. I think your channel is really cool with super ideas. Just curious as to why you use construction adhesive? Conventional wood glue should be considerably stronger, particularly over time where it won't degrade. Keep knocking out those videos. Love to see your take on a tool box/tote or a work bench. Good luck.

@corymcleod934 7 жыл бұрын

I have the same question.

@lukenast5758 7 жыл бұрын

My guess is he's getting paid to use it. Nothing wrong with that, but a good reason for him to use it. Otherwise I have no idea

@thefluxlife 7 жыл бұрын

I love dual function stuff. Nice!

@lovejay10 7 жыл бұрын

I'm looking forward to a project for more of multipurpose furniture. Love this one too.

@jarnbjorn4522 6 жыл бұрын

man this super cool looking sofa

@ConstanceFodeSegalin 7 жыл бұрын

I'm in love with this design. I'll try to replicate for sure!

@gregthorne4292 7 жыл бұрын

Looks great! This is probably my favorite build of yours so far.

@markustuori8019 7 жыл бұрын

i suggest that you put wood panel under the foam. then roll leather over it and finish it with stapler. make sure you have kompressor of some sort that you can use powerful enough stapler.

@user-hsb6Aknzue85d 7 жыл бұрын

It's my first time seeing this zig zag concept and I really like how it's multipurpose great job!!

@jerryburger7695 6 жыл бұрын

This is great design guys so clever and versatile

@alexh.3389 7 жыл бұрын

ive been subscribed for quite awhile and I have to say I think this is my favorite project of all time! way to go on this one. really really like it.

@HomeMadeModern 7 жыл бұрын

thank you! its one of our favorites as well!

@ekosupriyanto5159 6 жыл бұрын

what a simple and useful sofa

@antonmessina5304 7 жыл бұрын

I just love the way you guys make your furniture!!! loving the blog too! congrats on that!!!

@ThriftyGarage 7 жыл бұрын

Sweet build!

@luiscervantes8639 7 жыл бұрын

This was just...PERFECT!! My favorite build of yours, definitely. Amazing!

@isommallory9473 7 жыл бұрын

I like the idea for this sofa. I could see the functional value for me. I may build it, with some slight modifications. Thanks for the idea.

@HomeMadeModern 7 жыл бұрын

share some photos of it when you do! :)

@stretch551 7 жыл бұрын

Love this!! Another great one! I especially love that you covered the cushions with leather. Thanks so much for the tutorial :)

@samyukgu369 7 жыл бұрын

really simple and beautiful

@xiezicong 7 жыл бұрын

I have to say, this is amazing!

@HomeMadeModern 7 жыл бұрын

@jhontibocha4642 7 жыл бұрын

felicitaciones por sus grandes ideas son de ayuda e inspiración

@zach3664 7 жыл бұрын

That is so fantastic seeing this i really want to do this with my place and i wasnt sure how to do the cushions but that was awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@AK-gs7ek 7 жыл бұрын

Love your passionate way of doing things !

@jackjacket8114 7 жыл бұрын

this is the most motivating thing i've ever watched,, thank you for sharing this !

@JTWoodworks 7 жыл бұрын

Ben this is a beautiful design!! I really love the look. Nice work!

@WOThms 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting these powerhouse videos. Good job!

@DavidGetchel 7 жыл бұрын

I like how this turned out!

@emonesakesimir642346 7 жыл бұрын

Amazing piece, love the multifunction...that part on the back is great

@CyanotypeFr 7 жыл бұрын

This is a really brilliant design! I love it! Thanks for the video!

@katyliedagain 7 жыл бұрын

Excellent idea and design, man. Cheers

@sammysamsam2992 5 жыл бұрын

Your designs are so good! Binge watching now.

@RedSmithLeatherwork 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome design and build. As always. Nice association of materials !

@HomeMadeModern 7 жыл бұрын

thank you!!!

@cursedhellspawn362 7 жыл бұрын

it looks sooooo nice!! i wish i was handy and had tools

@JolienBrebels 7 жыл бұрын

Cool sofa!

@DrChuIo 7 жыл бұрын

What an awesome design 😃

@92jonathanm 7 жыл бұрын

I really like this DIY. I might try it soon

@Morten163 7 жыл бұрын

You think there's an option to extend the desk part further making it a complete computer desk? I love that video and your ideas in general! Great job

@nourelrefaiphotography 7 жыл бұрын

I truly love this, do you have a video that explain all the tools you use for the different processes from cutting to finishing the wood?! I'll try to find a workshop and learn.