Forest Garden Forest Sleeper Bench 1.2 m, Pressure Treated

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The length of the legs will depend on the kind of railway sleeper you have. If it’s the square variety, you’ll have to take into account the width of the surface area, if you have the one that resembles a plank, you’ll have to add railway sleepers on top of each other to get the height right. To make it simple, measure the width of the railway sleeper you’re working with and add length to it until the total measurement is around 40 cm (16 inches) high. Once you are sure, you can place some wood glue on the areas where the leg attaches to the top railway sleepers. Again make sure everything is perfectly lined up. To keep everything stable in place, you can put in a long hex screw.

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As mentioned, safety should be your top priority. Make sure to put on your safety glasses, gloves, mask and any other required safety equipment like steel-tipped boots. Take care when working with the machinery and turn off or unplug it when not in use. Step 2: Measure the railway sleepers Coffee tables have a standard height of around 40 – 45 cm (16-18 inches). This is also the perfect height to sit on if you want to use it as a bench instead. Hammer your first dowel in place to make sure the fit is tight enough. If it works, continue drilling the rest of the holes for the remaining dowels. Make sure your auger bit is the perfect size by holding it up next to the dowels you intend to use. The bit and dowel should be very close in size with the bit just very slightly bigger to create a tight fit. For cutting your measured lengths, you will need to start with the circular saw. Place the railway sleeper on your workbench or another solid surface to work on. Put on all your protective gear and get the saw ready. Once you’re ready, take the saw and follow the lines you’ve drawn to cut the wood. If the circular saw doesn’t cut all the way through, you might have to use the handsaw to finish the job.If you don’t want to damage your wood while hammering the dowel in place, either use a wooden mallet or an offcut and a metal hammer. The offcut will protect the wood underneath from getting damaged by the metal hammer. Measure your dowels longer than what you actually require. This will allow you some length to work with when hammering them in place. Cut the dowels either with the circular saw or hand saw, whichever you’re more confidant working with. Using a sander will make the job much faster than doing it by hand. Make sure to use safety glasses and a mask for this part of the project. The fine dust particles can cause serious problems if inhaled. Also, make sure the room is well ventilated if sanding indoors. Step 5: Assemble the table/bench Measure out the sections you want by starting with the seat/surface area. This area will be a bit longer than the rest of the structure. You could even use the whole railway sleeper if you’re going for a long sleek design.

Forest Garden Forest Sleeper Bench 1.2 m, Pressure Treated

The screws will help to hold everything in place while you prepare the railway sleepers to be secured by the dowels. The best time for sanding is before assembly. This will allow you to nicely round off all the edges and create a beautifully smooth surface. You will need the sander and sandpaper for this job. Make sure to use sandpaper with a fine grid to avoid creating ugly lines on the wood.Using the Double Sleeper Bench 1.8m from Forest is a great way to make the most of your garden during the summer months Use your method of choice and hammer all the dowels in place. You can put a bit of glue in the hole to make it extra secure.

Forest Garden Forest Double Sleeper Bench 1.2m, Pressure Forest Garden Forest Double Sleeper Bench 1.2m, Pressure

Before you get yourself too hyped up to think, remember you’ll need some supplies and tools to make your dream a reality. Here is a list of the tools and other materials you’ll need:The innovative Sleeper range of furniture from Forest has been designed to be mixed and matched in any configuration. The furniture is sturdy and contemporary with simple lines to create a more informal look. The 1.8M Double Sleeper Bench looks great on its own but when the benches and table are combined they can create the ideal seating area to sit and relax with friends and family - bringing the inside out and making the most of summer days.

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You will need the spade drill bit to create the pilot holes for the auger drill bit. To make everything look neat, place the dowel holes an equal amount of space from the edges of the wood on both legs. Take great care when sawing your railway sleepers. Credit: @the_scaffold_furniture_co Step 4: Sand everything down The Sleeper furniture range from Forest has been designed to be mixed and matched in any configuration to create the perfect seating area to suit your gardenBuilding railway sleeper furniture is fairly simple but you need to be careful. The machinery required can be dangerous and railway sleepers are very heavy. Make sure to acquire the appropriate safety equipment beforehand and take precautions when using the tools required for this project. Step 1: Safety Now you’ll need the sander again to gently taper off the edges of the dowels. Don’t throw away any scrap pieces since you’ll be using those to hide the hex screws later. You most likely have long uncut railway sleepers to work with. To make your design a reality, you’ll have to do some measuring and planning. Line up the auger with the pilot holes and start drilling. Before you do them all, however, secure one dowel in place to make sure the fit is correct. If you haven’t cut your dowels to the correct length yet, now is the time to do it. The Sleeper range is manufactured from Pressure Treated timber that has been smooth-planed for a splinter-free finish, ensuring it is comfortable and safe for children too. The timber is FSC certified from sustainable sources and comes with a 15 year guarantee against rot and fungal decay.