Is your old truck practically a member of the family? Don’t say goodbye. Upcycle it into a DIY Truck Tailgate Bench and you’ll be sittin’ pretty in your old Chevy!
Let’s face it, people get attached to their cars. And don’t even try to tear a man away from his trusted pickup truck. But what if it’s on its last legs and he refuses to send it to truck heaven? Now, you have a way to preserve his beloved truck and get a charming garden bench out of the deal.
Check out Addicted 2 DIY‘s step-by-step on how she created this one of a kind showpiece. She’s one talented lady who really knows her way around a power tool. Her instructions are pretty straightforward, so if you or someone you love has some woodworking skills, you can pull this off too!
credit: Addicted 2 DIY
Here’s your supply list to make your own Truck Tailgate Bench:
- 2 – 4×4 @ 8′ long
- 2 – 2×4 @ 8′ long
- 3 – 1×6 @ 6′ long
- 1 – 1×4 @ 6′ long
- 2×6 @ 8′ long
- kreg jig
- 2 1/2″ pocket screws
- brad nailer
- 1 1/2″ brad nails
- wood glue
- 2 1/2″ deck screws
- miter saw
- jigsaw
- 2″ lag bolts
- washers
- 2″ angle brackets
- Tailgate
Visit Addicted 2 DIY for the “how she did it”.
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