I ALMOST THREW IT AWAY! Park Bench Restoration.

I ALMOST THREW IT AWAY! Park Bench Restoration. | How to restore a bench.

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Had this old bench laying around, decided to give it some new life! Hope you guys enjoy!
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@WalkersWoodworks 3 жыл бұрын

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@fredbloggs777 17 сағат бұрын

Looked like a pretty easy restoration for someone of your obvious capabilities, though personally I can't even change a fuse. The end result was truly beautiful.

@russellmarra8520 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate the running commentary. Too many of these have no voice over and leave the viewer to guess products, materials, number of coats, etc. Nice job.

@WalkersWoodworks 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@coreylane23 Жыл бұрын

I know this video is old but I'm glad I found it. My wife and I are restoring an old bench we found for my mother inlaw and we didn't know where to start. It has a cast iron hummingbird design on the back with cast iron sides like this one so hopefully it'll look as good as this one when it's fully restored.

@davidsecor4113 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the education. I have one almost exactly like yours that I found in the woods of the house I just bought. Lots of rust, so lots of sanding and I used a pressure washer to help get off junk.

@WirelessPaladin 7 ай бұрын

Just looked up your video since I have one of these in the backyard. Bought the house a year ago and this bench was in the woods rotten. Definitely looking forward to giving it new life.

@miamited69 4 ай бұрын

Just picked up a bench that I am going to restore. I started to sand blast but quickly decided that was not the way to go. Thanks.

@phyllisbrown5402 Жыл бұрын

That's beautiful! Glad you didn't toss it. I have two to work on this summer.

@joemata1410 4 ай бұрын

Love the step by step method used in your project. Looks great!

@kristineconlan6391 Жыл бұрын

yes I really like the restoration videos!

@fastfreddy164 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. I tried selling my benches for around $80 . Didn't sell a one so i gave them to all my neighbors. LOL But i enjoyed restoring them.

@WalkersWoodworks 4 жыл бұрын

Haha yea it's hard to sell stuff sometimes for sure.

@jamesbarlowjr.3762 Жыл бұрын

Awesome Job Bud! Looks Amazing! 🤝

@josephgraham1065 2 жыл бұрын

LOL I have the exact same bench was thinking of doing this just yesterday... Guess I know what to expect now.

@WalkersWoodworks 2 жыл бұрын

Haha there you go!

@ianneedham7821 Жыл бұрын

This is the first video I came across with an iron design in the backrest like the one I'm planning to do. I'm really excited to get after it, thanks for the great video!

@WalkersWoodworks Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Good luck!

@tortioustom Жыл бұрын

Thanks, looks great and showing what you used is most helpful

@barryroberts6470 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice Restoration of the Bench and very nicely explained as well. Well Done. Barry (ENG)

@WalkersWoodworks 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Barry! I appreciate it.

@ginnywomack5144 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for a great video. I have been looking for a tutorial to restore our benches and this was the one I needed. I appreciate the step by step instructions w/out spending too much time on mundane details. You covered everything I need. Can't wait to start.

@snipe757 4 жыл бұрын

Very cool project, and it turned out so nicely! I would definitely be interested in seeing more restoration videos like this one.

@WalkersWoodworks 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I will look around and see what else I can do!

@georgiannburdette1256 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, good explanation of steps required..I appreciate these restoration videos and hope to see more...thanks for posting!

@WalkersWoodworks 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I appreciate you commenting. This was a little different video for me and I’m glad you enjoyed it!

@lisaalbrecht7900 4 жыл бұрын

Loved this video! Thanks! Gorgeous finished bench.

@WalkersWoodworks 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@poshko41 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely beautiful. I’m planning to do the same thing to my grandparents’ old cast iron garden bench. It’s been a rotten mess in my parents’ backyard for as long as I can remember. The original wood is probably not salvageable. I’m planning on using cedar planks. I was thinking of staining, but you’ve actually got me leaning toward using a clear coat now. So many good suggestions in this video. I’m gonna go for the stainless steel hardware too.

@maryjomusovich3596 Жыл бұрын

Awesome 👏

@TheSmapperman 4 жыл бұрын

Nice work. I like the calm, clear directions and comments. Great audio. Looking forward to watching other DIY videos on your channel.

@WalkersWoodworks 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@lucymccormick1947 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great video. I have the same exact bench in the same original condition. I don't do any woodworking so this will be my first project! I will also have to cut the screws, they are stripped and rusted! I know I will need some new tools for this but looking forward to it. Thanks again this video will help me get it done!

@liveandletsdive 2 жыл бұрын

Fine job!

@TheWardagh 3 жыл бұрын

Great work 👍🏼. Got my hands on one of these today and will be restoring

@SonOfPatriots 4 жыл бұрын

This was perfect. I have 2 of these I will be restoring this summer. Great work.

@WalkersWoodworks 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!

@omardiaz3635 3 жыл бұрын

Wow that came out awesome. I want to do something like this for the front of my home to put on my porch. This gave me a good idea what I’ll be doing. Thank you

@WalkersWoodworks 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Good luck!

@Highdepthfilms 4 жыл бұрын

That’s an excellent project. Good work.

@WalkersWoodworks 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@sunkat76 3 жыл бұрын

Great garden bench refurb. Thank you from UK. This is a lovely clear video and demonstration. Not too long and thanks for being honest on what worked and what you would prefer next time. I just need to get 47 rusted coach bolts from the bench, chair and matching table and I am good to go! ;-)

@WalkersWoodworks 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching. I'm glad you enjoyed it!

@IEnjoyCreatingVideos 4 жыл бұрын

Great job on the bench restore Brandon! Thank you for sharing the video with us.👌👍😎JP

@WalkersWoodworks 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!

@IEnjoyCreatingVideos 4 жыл бұрын

Your very welcome Brandon! Have a wonderful weekend!😎

@karmatingz5797 9 ай бұрын

Absolutely love it. Thank you.

@PenaltyBoxWoodshop 4 жыл бұрын

Cool looking bench and awesome restoration!

@WalkersWoodworks 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! It’s nice to have it in the backyard finally.

@terristroh3965 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent! Restoration videos are pretty cool, so I guess I vote for more.

@WalkersWoodworks 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!

@carlmarsteller8649 4 жыл бұрын

I did one of those for a friend, came out so well she found a spot in the house for it. Carl M ... Pa

@WalkersWoodworks 4 жыл бұрын

That's awesome. It was a fun project for sure.

@donnymcarter 4 жыл бұрын

The bench turned out awesome! Nice work Brandon!

@WalkersWoodworks 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Donny!

@FredMcIntyre 4 жыл бұрын

Nicely done! 😃👍🏻👊🏻

@WalkersWoodworks 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@whatscookinglari 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful job!

@WalkersWoodworks 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Everythings_Adjustable 4 жыл бұрын

That turned out very nice 👍 👍

@WalkersWoodworks 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@larryc1964 3 жыл бұрын

I watched your video and you suggested one by three Cedar. I kind of always thought Cedar was a little soft but I went ahead and used it and can’t be happier thanks so much for the info

@WalkersWoodworks 3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad! Cedar is soft but does really well outdoors.

@95SLE 2 жыл бұрын

If you do another bench use White Oak. Stronger than Cedar and does well in the elements.

@freshoffthesaw8090 4 жыл бұрын

Recycle reuse! Very green of you!

@WalkersWoodworks 4 жыл бұрын

Lol thanks

@thepaintedllama6391 Жыл бұрын

I really love this. I have a bench that my husband re did and it's in bad shape now. I have been told by several people to use linseed oil only. Your bench is awesome. Keep doing these restorations!

@WalkersWoodworks Жыл бұрын

Thank you!! I think I will do some more in the future.

@JordanWoodwerx 4 жыл бұрын

Good job man! I have that same bench, it could use a restoration job too, thanks for sharing!!...Bruce

@WalkersWoodworks 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Appreciate you watching. Better get to rebuilding it! Haha

@lillynnhalliwill8801 Жыл бұрын

Gorgeous!!!

@WalkersWoodworks Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@fastfreddy164 4 жыл бұрын

I have been restoring these also. I buy them at yard sales for around $20. I also got some for free .People throw them out when the get old and rotted. I use white oak it is a good wood for outside exposure..

@josephinetorra5253 3 жыл бұрын

Where do you purchase your white oak?

@Tupacula 2 жыл бұрын

What about red oak?

@fastfreddy164 2 жыл бұрын

@@Tupacula red oak is not good for outside applications it will rot and split fast

@Tupacula 2 жыл бұрын

@@fastfreddy164 thank you.

@dam7166 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome Job !!! A lot of work…but the finish product looked amazing !!! 👍🏻👍🏻

@WalkersWoodworks 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@spiritsgal 2 жыл бұрын

Literally working on mine this weekend. Was wondering what to do with all that rust. Thanks for the time save on not using the sand blaster.

@myfairladyj325 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful!!

@WalkersWoodworks 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@maryseifert4750 4 жыл бұрын

Good video...and yes more restore videos would be great. 🙂

@WalkersWoodworks 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I will keep that in mind!

@calvincornick9353 Жыл бұрын

Great job. This is exactly like my bench. You gave great tips. I am now ready to start today. I was going to refurbish the old slats, but it’s not too big a job to rplace them. I believe the red wood was a good choice. Thanks for the information.

@WalkersWoodworks Жыл бұрын

It's still holding up well! Glad you enjoyed the video!

@petermcfadden9426 Жыл бұрын

Good procedure. I'd never heard of a Forstner drill bit before. Greetings from North Wales, UK.

@j.d.1488 Жыл бұрын

Nice project. Have a Regalia bench. Needs a restore. Cool video.

@jameicehardy-mcintosh5547 3 жыл бұрын

Wow awesome job👍🏽

@WalkersWoodworks 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!

@shiftyshamsk 4 жыл бұрын

Nice job. It's helped me bud doing the centre metal section, the one I bought had no wood just the iron parts and it had me scratching my head. I used a wire brush and a hacksaw to remove the bolts. I then used a tin of black hammerite. Two coats of smooth. I used redwood too with boat varnish. Stainless 8mm coach bolt's with washer's.

@WalkersWoodworks 4 жыл бұрын

Nice!!!

@BoosReviews4849 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you this helped me I’m fixing to restore a small one. 😎

@WalkersWoodworks 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@lesleycarr1 2 жыл бұрын

This really helpful. Thank you

@WalkersWoodworks 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@irisrivera7667 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, now I know how to restore it

@KnottHeadCustomSawingFabWorx 4 жыл бұрын

Nice job on the resto Brandon! You should do another one for here at the sawmill so we can sit and drink beer after milling!

@WalkersWoodworks 4 жыл бұрын

Haha I'm sure you have enough awesome chairs around there.

@GrGrMa Жыл бұрын

Nice work

@jimstone3951 2 жыл бұрын

That was a great video. Thank you. I have a park just the same size as yours, but mine doesn't have the same backrest as yours. Mine needs what you just did to yours. Restored

@WalkersWoodworks 2 жыл бұрын

You can do it!

@matthewmulvaney7549 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job , looks great ! Just finished one for my wife , used sepele ,did a patina finish and it turned out beautifully. The only thing I would suggest is to round over the edges of the top and bottom slats , especially the bottom one so it doesn't cut into the back of your legs. Again , great job !

@pjacks6 Жыл бұрын

Thinking about doing this. How would you go about rounding those pieces

@RichRich007 Жыл бұрын

@@pjacks6 use a router.

@michaeld954 3 жыл бұрын

I had to give you a thumbs up to get you off trip 6 aslo great work

@mariobueno1204 3 жыл бұрын

Nice work.

@WalkersWoodworks 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@luzcornier2406 3 жыл бұрын

Good job

@kerrirandle8780 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Not quite the answer i need as mine didn't come with the metal back so i made it the size i wanted. Now im having trouble figuring out how to fast bottom slats on square. Still great information.

@tinabranstetter9 3 жыл бұрын

please do add more videos! I have so many restoration projects to do

@890mikes 2 жыл бұрын

I just picked up one of these, sadly in the same shape as yours. Thanks for some great ideas.

@WalkersWoodworks 2 жыл бұрын

It's a fun restoration project.

@mmitche5-bx9ms 7 ай бұрын

Nice!

@ldb281 4 жыл бұрын

got to do my seat too. but first I need a workshop and tools

@johnhannon 4 жыл бұрын

Nice restoration! My neighbors put out one with a free sign and I grabbed it. Always wanted one for my back yard. I used cedar decking from Lowe's for my bench. It is about 1" thick and it should hold up to weight.

@WalkersWoodworks 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@placey2612 3 жыл бұрын

Help. Im wondering how the cedar decking held weight? (My bench is 4’ and does not have a center brace)

@johnhannon 3 жыл бұрын

@@placey2612 Mine held up very well. I did have the center brace but I think it would be OK without it. It is just a metal strap. I had to thickness plane the boards for the back to 3/4" so they will fit the back properly.

@craigs66 3 жыл бұрын

v nice job - more vids would be good. thanks.

@johnmellyn2700 2 жыл бұрын

Ton of work but it was worth it in the end,… looks great !

@MrLawandorderman 10 ай бұрын

With minimal upkeep white oak will be stronger and last at least as long, you have a lot of sap wood showing and it is even weaker and less root resistant. The best wood is thermally modified wood, with no finish it would last 20 years. Made a some Adirondack chairs a while back and to test I left them out winter and summer, cleaned them this year, no finish, perfect. It’s the best kept secret.

@peteypops 3 жыл бұрын

Thin down epoxy or polyurethane and wipe on with cloth pad, gives a great finish. Side braces are a good addition too.

@WalkersWoodworks 3 жыл бұрын

Good tip!

@lpaltageek Жыл бұрын

Where can a purchase for find the brace for back support? Love your tutorial!!!

@tyronemccoy3102 2 жыл бұрын

Great job…

@WalkersWoodworks 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@tristanhunt2758 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant restoration! Have you ever thought about making a cigar humidor?

@WalkersWoodworks 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! Someone asked me to before but I would need to research it.

@Asophorn1975 3 жыл бұрын

good

@flyinlo1474 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. I am about to do the same project

@WalkersWoodworks 4 жыл бұрын

It was a fun one!

@AereForst 2 жыл бұрын

Good work. What make of ruler is that?

@dannyboy8067 2 жыл бұрын

Those ends are exactly the same as the ones I am currently restoring.

@WalkersWoodworks 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@TrainingWheelTrucker 10 ай бұрын

I'm looking to restore a similar bench but the back has a curved shape to it. Any suggestions on how to duplicate the existing curvature? Thanks in advance.

@Dom-pf8wd 2 жыл бұрын

Great job! Any idea where I can find a center brace?I have the bench ends and though I'm not much of a woodworker I think I can get the slats done, but can't fabricate the center brace.

@neofactor Жыл бұрын

Same for me... Where do you all get a center brace? I was going to just try to use a "Simpson Strong-Tie 36-in 18-Gauge Galvanized Steel Foundation Strap Wood To Wood" since my bench needs it all the way up the entire back side... but I do not know if this is thick enough or even how the odd hole patter would work. I guess I will walk the isles at the big box store looking for some metal strapping.

@paulwestlake4278 3 жыл бұрын

don't worry about the lens, you'll only see it at f16+ into the sun...

@Danh-uk9fl 2 ай бұрын

Where do youbuy the 1-3 red wood at

@mardigrasqueenofthesouth8847 Жыл бұрын

i just finish putting one of these together but its wobbly.... :( i am not a pro so not sure if i just need to tighten the nuts or if my wood slats are too thin....

@ahoudi 3 жыл бұрын

Great job. What's the satin wood finish did you use? Couldn't find it at the MAS. Thank you

@WalkersWoodworks 3 жыл бұрын

It's an additive to the Bristol.

@djslimd5710 Жыл бұрын

Did you use wet-to-wet way to apply Bristol UV coat?

@user-ks9jq3ye5o Жыл бұрын

I’m starting my bench and need to replace all of the wood. What are the dimensions of each piece of wood?

@ciarancollins3332 2 жыл бұрын

We are going tondo thid

@Fandroid101 4 жыл бұрын

Hey awesome job! I have the same bench and am trying to restore it. Does pressure treated pine work? Also how wide and thick were your wood slats and what size bolts, screws and drill bits did you use? Awesome job hope I can do it like you

@WalkersWoodworks 4 жыл бұрын

I just got pre done 1x3 Redwood slats from home depot. I can't remember the exact bolt size unfortunately. I think they were 1/4" I just drilled the counters ink holes to be a little bigger than the head.

@robertpautsch5093 3 жыл бұрын

@@WalkersWoodworks Try to get redwood here in the Chicago area.

@tobedetermined4180 24 күн бұрын

Nice video. But I don’t dig how the color of the wood is not even. I would have stained or painted.

@WalkersWoodworks 4 жыл бұрын

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@juneelliotthardy9170 2 жыл бұрын

Great job! Now where can I find someone to do the job for me. I have a cast-iron four-piece set. :-)

@WalkersWoodworks 2 жыл бұрын

Haha good question.

@alexm1841 Жыл бұрын

You probably already know this, since it’s been three years since you posted a video, but a plexiglass shield place in front of your camera, will prevent it from catching any sparks from your angle grinder.

@giovannad.1794 3 жыл бұрын

Can you tell me where I can find the center brace you used underneath the slats?

@WalkersWoodworks 3 жыл бұрын

It came with the bench. I'm not sure where you could get them. Sorry.

@robertpautsch5093 3 жыл бұрын

@@WalkersWoodworks see my reply

@gailzavian3605 2 жыл бұрын

Curious how long it took you to complete this project. I have a "collection" of Parkland Heritage furniture to restore - one fancy bench, 3 chairs, 4 flat backless benches, and 3 small tables.

@WalkersWoodworks 2 жыл бұрын

I stretched it out over a couple days.

@michelleahern1772 3 жыл бұрын

The center brace of mine is missing..can I buy it new one or can I use something else to strengthen bench

@WalkersWoodworks 3 жыл бұрын

Should be able to make your own just from some 10 gauge flat bar.

@deantaylor9311 4 жыл бұрын

I literally did this same project a couple weeks ago. I used redwood as well and it turned out to be too weak. At 3/4 they were cracking and creaking with little weight on the bench. Have you had an issue with the redwood yet? Mine were 2 by 3/4 and 48 inches long. With the same metal brace in the center.

@WalkersWoodworks 4 жыл бұрын

Same size here. I haven’t had an issue at all. I’ve sat on it several times and it feels strong 🤷🏻‍♂️

@deantaylor9311 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome thanks for the reply I was just curious. The wood I used is pretty old and very dry maybe it’s the age. It looked nice I just don’t trust it haha.

@WalkersWoodworks 4 жыл бұрын

Ah that could be. Plus the finish may be part of it as well.

@kipwilson3771 4 жыл бұрын

I remember back in the 80's people were building redwood decks. I never used redwood on a deck. My one and only experience with redwood was building a table from a how-to book that recommended using redwood for the project. I may as well have made it out of balsa wood. I never touched redwood again after that and couldn't understand how anyone would trust it for something like a deck. Could be why you never see or hear of redwood decks anymore.

@WalkersWoodworks 4 жыл бұрын

What finish did you use on it?