I just finished building it. Home Depot nor Lowes sell 4x8's. the biggest is a 4x6 or a 6x6. I used 4 4x6x8's . they also do not sell those type of brackets, look for staircase brackets, the are thicker and able to support a nice load. a nominal height of approx 24inches didn't seem tall enough so I stacked 5, 4x6 to get an approx height of 27.5" for the arm rests. The 2x8s I have higher than shown here because it seemed so low, I raised it to about 13 inches. the backrest is at an angle of 70 degrees using a speed square pivoted from the back corner of the arm rests. It's quite comfortable even without the cushions which is the only thing left I need. Hopefully my experience can help someone trying to use local home centers to get this project done. Thanks a lot for the idea!

I am floored by how simple and beautiful this is. For anyone wondering, the seat cushions from Ikea are called Hållö.

Just finished mine in Shou Sugi Ban. Added a small Side table with the off cut 2x8s and some drift wood beam scrap that I pulled of the beach. Looks awesome!! Adding a chair to match (easy) just measure the 2x8 to what ever cushion you'd like. I'll cut the 4x8 at 31 ish for the arms. 4x8s are easy to find, skip the Home Center and use your local Proffesional Building supply Store. One thing not mentioned here is that there's no way you can drive the Lag bolts without predrilling. (Maybe if your using a corded hammer drill). I think there's better hard wear to use in place of the lag bolts. I would of used 14 inch construction grade timber screws. There a little more expensive but.. Awesome project all the way around!!! Thanks LOVE IT !!

This is the best looking, most simple, diy sofa I've seen. Great job. Thanks for doing what you do.

Nice looking couch-- I was surprised to see how simple it is!

love this. simple yet stylish and actually quite beautiful!!

Love the IDEA! Now I just need a Patio :)

You're amazing. This is modern, gorgeous and solid. Excellent job.

What a great idea! Love the simple design of it.

I am going to make this!

That looks so simple and cool, thanks for making videos, love your videos

Thank You, I love the simplicity.

Oh wow, we're looking at making some items for the garden and so happy we found your channel. Love it! x

This is genius. Functional and awesome! Would be a great complement to a well landscaped lawn.

Awesome

Beautiful and easy to make piece!

I love this, I'm going to purchase the supplies for it now! Thanks man, keep up the good work..

You make it look so easy. That was amazing!

Very simple yet durable. Very NICE! 👍🏼

Hello, wonderfull proyect there Thanks for sharing. Im planning on building this and have a couple of questions. First Im bulding this for an the inside is there anything in particular that can change the theme from outside or inside? What are the parameter that determine this. Second: Are the 2x4 Strong enough to not need any middle support to carry on the weight of three full size adults sitting on it. Thanks,

This is still one of my favorite projects of yours . I Finally have a patio big enough to make this for, so I'll be doing that now , thanks for having a cool brain, Ben

I will try to make one like this... i love it

Great Project and Inspiration. Just finished mine, added another back with rebarb to make taller as had used different cushions. You guys are great..

This is Dynamite!!! Thank you for the tips, Braxtly Tools

Applause... to you Sir such a simple video on a amazing bench 🛋

Wow. Extremely simple but good looking sofa. Well done!

in love with this one!

THIS!....it's going to be my weekend project. Thanks!

I love the look of this sofa! I'm so excited to make this (when the weather cools down of course). Thank you so much for the inspiration. I have just subscribed and am now going to stay up way to late binge watching your videos lol.

Very good looking. I'll do it. Thank you so much.

nice easy and strong design, perfect!

Always recommend to put wood conditioner for the miniwax grey stain to absorb better and finish off with a miniwax seal coat ! 2 extra steps but make a hell of a difference

A great looking sofa for indoors too, love it. Subscribed.

i did try it(made one). looks incredible. thanks for the design/idea.

Great idea! I love it! Thank you!

I love that you are using ryobi tools because I was always told that I wouldn't be able to do anything productive with my ryobi set.

Hi I'd def try this. If I wanted to create this and then make another section to make it a sectional alltogether, how would you make the other side ? Is it possible ?

Love it !!! So nice, so simple.

Oh what an awesome idea! Great piece! Just wanted to say that there are GRK screws up to 24" long and are use sometimes in landscaping timbers. They do not rust and are extremelt hard so you would need hard tips for the drill. The larger sizes are hex heads too! They are pricey but well worth the money.

Awesome! At first I thought it was made from concrete...lol

I love all your projects

Love your work!!

Amazing! So love this. 👏👏

Love it!

I liked it very well, I love wood furniture!

Just one word... Awsom

Perfect!!! thanks for this video.

That is so dope... Nice and simple.. Love it

Those tools look awesome

Mate you're a legend!

That looked great. I have to try this. Thanks

amazing concept!! great sofa!!

This is fantastic!

great couch !

omg so gorgeous ....and the sofa is super cool too

greetings from rep of Ireland.fab outdoor couch . please up load more.

Great JOB...VERY NICE

Sorprendente, rápido, lindo, práctico, fácil, gracias .

I love this plan but how can i turn it into a sectional!! Thanks for all the vids!

Just found your channel - this is amazing!!! 😊😊😊

Great job man cant wait to make it

Perfect!!! 👏👏👏👏

Looks Good!

you are awesome!!! I'm starting my own custom furniture woodshop.

Simple and looks good.

this is amazing!

well done!!!!! very very beautifoul and simple to do... bravo!

Man that looks better than anything you can buy at IKEA! 👍

great job .... very nice look... Bravo

Astonishing DIY

a wonderful design 👏👏👏👏

Nice... very nice... great job man!!!

Very nice, i like your style. I just finished my concrete countertops for my kitchen, using some of your techniques. Very helpful, I appreciate your great ideas and designs. Can you come up with a make up vanity design? Wife is going crazy looking for one, I would like to make one for her myself. Thanks.

this is really cool,nice sofa

love diy. nice project.

Awesome! It's great how you made this with simple materials. Great stuff!

πολυ ωραιο και ευκολο !!! μπραβο !!!

Simple and looks good. Great job.

Great video.Thanks!

omg I found your channel it's freaking awesome

This is awesome. I think it would be great to build it together with my older kids.

This is SOO cool man!! wish i was as handy!

going to try this super awesome

simple yet nice

Good job congratulations. From Tenerife/ Canary islands_Spain

Simples e bonito , ótima idéia gostei.

Simple sofa. I love it. i think i will make 2 of them. Thanks for the inspiration sir. I think i may have added some supporting beams on the bottom of the seat tho. Looks like it may sag over time if not. Still a great bench.

this is sick,gotta get me some materials and start this project,thnx for the share bro.

Fantastic! Got my sub.

wow, nice work!

Beautiful and easy 👍

That was awesome

Nice. Sounds like an easy weekend project. Question though, anyone know if its worth waterproofing something like this especially since its going to live outside?

you definitely got a new subscriber with this awesome project!! this is awesome and seems actually doable. Thanks!! I look forward to checking out your website and other projects :)

beautiful!!

Love it!! Very simple 👍🏼👍🏼😊

Congratulations, it was very good!

Looks charming.

not only good for outside..👍👍👍

Look like easy to do.. Nice diy..