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| Issue #287 - February
2005 |
| Backdoor Boot Bench |
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| It’s tough
to keep wet, muddy boots out of the house. But you can keep them organized
and out of the way with this sturdy bench. Not only does it offer
a comfortable place to sit and change your shoes, but the slatted
shelf underneath also lets you store boots and other gear. |
Made
entirely of solid ash, the bench uses knock-down hardware fittings
to tie the end frames to the seat and shelf. These fittings provide
a simple way to assemble the bench. More importantly, they provide
a rock-solid connection that prevents the bench from racking.
Although this bench is primarily a utilitarian project, I wanted to
“dress” it up a bit. That’s accomplished with a
wood grid at each end that’s assembled with half-lap joints. |
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