How to make an OUTDOOR SOFA

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How to make an OUTDOOR SOFA

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Күн бұрын

This DIY sofa can be made with basic power tools and a welder in less than 8 hours. Modern outdoor sofas can be quite expensive and this project can provide a more affordable alternative. I made this couch out of 1-1/2" x 2" x 1/8" steel angles and cedar 2x6s, and some outdoor sofa cushions that I bought from Home Depot. It is a sturdy DIY sofa that can works well inside using the slim cushion from the Simple Cushion Company:
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@ianrickey208 2 жыл бұрын

I love this project, but it would be nice to have some small side tables for drinks and what nots. Same gist tho. With a few chairs similar to this couch/love seat you could have a complete patio set that we could customize to our own color palette and needs.

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

playlist of our other DIY sofa projects: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fJt5gLehy8CpdHk.html

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

and tell Semi Exact that you want to see this as a product: instagram.com/semiexact/?hl=en

@Donewithcounting 2 жыл бұрын

This is one of my favorite designs for couches you have done.

@DIYTatayDan 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Ben. Thanks for this idea.

@DIYBuilt 2 жыл бұрын

Love it, the metal frame with cedar looks great on its own. Nice project.

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

yes! the 1.5" cedar fits into the angle steel nicely!

@vernhart 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job. And I always love listening for the “fruniture” :D @4:27

@drakezimmerman_ 2 жыл бұрын

Killed it again, Ben! I hope Semi-Exact can put these into production! I'd absolutely purchase them to create outdoor sofas.

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

awesome! thank you!

@raraavis7782 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice. I can definitely see those metal supports selling as a diy kit. I especially like, that the bench looks just as good without cushions than with. Always a bonus, if outdoor furniture doesn't look 'sad and neglected', when it's not in use.

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@garagemonkeysan 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Love these metal projects. Very clean design. Mahalo for sharing! : )

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@raynoladominguez4730 2 жыл бұрын

I love that you are using steel. I like the simple, sleek design and I prefer the continuous cushions. P.S. I am not intimidated by welding, but to be honest, I would probably use one of our automated welders. I have become lazy, complacent and spoiled that way. Good project.

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@BassManDanO 2 жыл бұрын

I made this. Thanks for the inspiration

@DanteVelasquez 2 жыл бұрын

Those cushions look GREAT!

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

thank you!

@BassManDanO 2 жыл бұрын

Please make some outdoor cushions

@ericliddle7556 2 жыл бұрын

Damn man! That is so nice! I bought a welder a couple of years ago, and have yet to use it. This year will be the year!

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

welding is fun!

@elzacreatif7511 2 жыл бұрын

There is no way I wouldn't add a middle support. Maybe when I grow up and become as talented as you.

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

that's why I love DIYing you can add as much support as you see fit!

@JamesSmith-jf7fv 2 жыл бұрын

Love it! Thanks for coming up with simple and sleek designs.

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

@ianrickey208 2 жыл бұрын

Another amazing diy project! Makes me want to take up welding again after ~40 years…

@angieemm 2 жыл бұрын

I don't know why I haven't learned to weld yet. It's a really slick-looking design and looks comfortable. How did you determine what angle you wanted the back to be?

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

welding can be intimidating but the materials are pretty inexpensive and it enables such sleek projects with just an angle grinder and a welder

@MarkMichalowski 2 жыл бұрын

Yep, Angie - I keep thinking the same! I reckon I'm going to try brazing first, cos the equipment's cheaper and simpler, and it IS possible to braze aluminium and steel - although not nearly as strongly as welding!

@a3skywarrior929 2 жыл бұрын

If you see my post after yours... I said that most cities now have DIY build guilds that for $20 a month people can show you and they have the gear

@maxokaan 2 жыл бұрын

I’m a complete noob to welding, but I really want to try it one day. What kind of welder do you use? Is that MIG?

@hershchat 2 жыл бұрын

Made it look easy!

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

it was mostly easy I think the trickiest part is cutting the notches for the rectangle frames

@SchysCraftCo. 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice job. Really nice design. Keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work my friend. Weld on. Fab on. Keep making.

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@LeftyTaco 2 жыл бұрын

Love the look!

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

thank you

@petermccarthy4975 26 күн бұрын

Hello sir. I love this design. It's perfect for my garden situation where termites eat any timber placed directly on the ground. I've been looking at the drawings etc. but have a question... According to the diagram, the seat is only 11 inches above the ground which seems really low for a seat. Is that correct? Is there a reason for that?... Like to account for the cushions that will be on the top of it? or am I missing something? thanks heaps. Loving all of your designs, ideas and style, BTW. Thanks for all the inspiration!

@gregthorne4292 2 жыл бұрын

Nice! I was thinking of something similar using square tubing, but I like the look of the angle steel! I bought the same Forney welder after seeing you use it on the Container house.

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

steel tube would be cool! I was thinking about trying with 3"x1" rectangular tubing

@gregthorne4292 2 жыл бұрын

@@HomeMadeModern that would look great! Did you prep the metal before you painted it, to get the mill scale and rust off?

@a3skywarrior929 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great 💡! If you don't have a welder or don't know one that has... many cities now have DIY places that have metal, wood, and even upholstery shops. The one near me has a $20 per month fee and people to show you ie. How to weld. If f you're living next to a farmer; most have welders. 🍻👍

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info!

@diyprocraft 2 жыл бұрын

Super good 👍👍👍👌

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much

@dogo2462 2 жыл бұрын

Very creative, nice work!

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@NateLockett 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! Incredible. Exactly the design I am looking for. Anyway to make this with a Chaise or a corner Sectional?

@cheekamandi8716 2 жыл бұрын

Mr. I am Parveen Sharma from India, I really like your project, while I do not have any experience in wood crafting or wood work, but I want to learn it for which I have neither money nor any option. I want to ask you that will you help me in learning this and taking material

@funscapeuganda8433 8 ай бұрын

Hey nice work. How can i get the drawings those in the decription seem to be unavailable. Thank you

@ShaneCarrigan 2 жыл бұрын

Love this! 🔥🔥

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

thanks Shane!

@TheReinoPaasonen 2 жыл бұрын

I would appreciate the angles od the cuts.

@satanking35 2 жыл бұрын

THANKS SIR

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

Most welcome

@emdotdee 2 жыл бұрын

Looks nice but what about sideways movement? Usually you would have another brace coming from the sides into one of the slats.

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

I thought about that but the backrest provides enough lateral stability

@mynorchinchilla2932 2 жыл бұрын

Have you considered using plug welds where it might be tedious to grind.

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

I don't mind the grinding :)

@NateLockett 2 жыл бұрын

What size are the cushions from Home Depot for this build?

@Jhovan33 2 жыл бұрын

1x2 box steel with mitered corners would have looked better for the bases.

@kubilaykaanmehan5458 2 жыл бұрын

These are great but kinda miss that DIY small projects, IKEA hacks so on.

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

got some of those coming soon! also check out our recent plywood table: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jKxojLirrc2ue2w.html

@fleurdelune5240 2 жыл бұрын

❤

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

@matteosacher1806 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting!

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you think so!

@targethandgun7631 2 жыл бұрын

Those pointed corner arm supports looks painful.

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

nah I ground a radius of about 1/16"

@stephanybeltran7972 2 жыл бұрын

Are you guys in NY? I need your services for my lids rooms two boys, 13-7 and a baby girl 1. I live in Harlem NY. Please advise where I can contact. Thank you.

@YeahNoTellTheTruth 2 жыл бұрын

Which welder do you use?

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

link in description

@seanparker4495 2 жыл бұрын

You forgot to link semi exact

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

instagram.com/semiexact/?hl=en

@tayred81 2 жыл бұрын

French

@l.medina6251 2 жыл бұрын

Don't weld so not much reason to watch this video. If you decide to sell the parts already cut & welded then maybe I'd be interested! But thanks for sharing.

@HomeMadeModern 2 жыл бұрын

I understand andI sent the design to Semi Exact and they are working on it!

@l.medina6251 2 жыл бұрын

@@HomeMadeModern it appears to be a sturdy simple design. But my building skills (& tools) are more lumber based. Keep me posted if they come on the market or produce another video demonstrating how to use the pre-fabricated parts! 🙂