DISCLAIMER : This is a sponsored post and giveaway brought to you by Simpson Strong-Tie. All opinions are 100% my own.
I’m just gonna say it now….this post took about 52 hours to produce. not even kidding. This is a beast of a post. But I think it is worth it. It’s introducing you to an awesome product…showing off a much loved new garage build….contains a video, a SketchUp drawing (completely a first for me so it’s definitely not perfect), a cut list and a giveaway. Whew. As a blogger – that is exhausting. As a reader – I hope you will be excited….because I am really proud to share all this with ya.
When I introduced our mess of garage, I mentioned that we needed more storage. Part of the black storage shelf that we had in there was completely taken up with pots, gardening supplies and stacked next to it there were bags of soil but no actual spot to do potting. So when Simpson Strong-Tie challenged us to build our own spin on a workbench…I wrapped myself around Jeremy’s legs and shouted “POTTING BENCH! POTTING BENCH! POTTING BENCH!” until Jeremy gave in. Like I said before…I’m very subtle and meek.
The first thing you are probably wondering is “What the heck is Simpson Strong-Tie?”
It’s a company that has this crazy awesome kit that helps you make the perfect shelving unit or workshop table. Let me just tell you right now…this needs to be under your husbands/dads/uncles/father-in-laws/brothers/handy sister’s Christmas tree. It’s the perfect gift for a DIYer – expert or novice.
Each shelving kit comes with 8 Simpson Strong-Tie connectors and the instructions to build a standard workbench or shelving unit. Since we already have a workbench for our miter saw…we tweaked the plans to create a potting station. The basics of this beauty are just out of 2×4’s.
And here is the cut list if you want to tackle making your own potting bench….
So the first thing you do is attach your connectors to the 2×4 legs.
Basically the 2×4’s will make a basic box with a back that goes higher. This is very similar to the workbench instructions that comes included in the box.
After that – you add the slats. But wait…instead of me telling you…let me just show you with this timelapse of Jeremy building 🙂
The main difference here is that we added a special trap door on the top slats.
Did you see it?!
No? Well maybe you can see it now…
Still no huh?!
Well you know it’s a good trap door when you can’t see it. #thingsyoulearnfromthegoonies
The best part about this trap door is that it holds extra potting soil and Miracle-gro!
I can fully remove the door if I had lots of different pots I needed to fill or just lift it up and scoop out just enough.
The trashcans are just plain black Rubbermaid trashcans from Home Depot that sit on rails made from 2×2’s. Those 2×2’s are fastened to the frame under the 3rd-7th slat.
The other difference is that when you construct the potting station, you want additional storage for the pots, right?! A regular workbench is geared more to storing tools….and pots are completely different. Duh Katie. So in the original plans, we nixed the pegboard back and went for a slatted back and two shallow shelves.
The slats for the back were added for purely aesthetic reasons but they do help keep the pots on the shelves. Otherwise, the pots could just fall off the back. Jeremy just added those with a Ryobi Airstrike.
The goal was to create this thing on the cheap…so we decided to use 1×4’s that were in the clearance section (70% off!) and inexpensive trashcans ($5 each) and really cheap shelf brackets ($1 per piece).
Jeremy spaced those back slats with a regular 2×4 scrap. It kept everything really equal and spaced evenly.
In order for the top 2×4 to be screwed into place, we Kreg Jigged it but you could use just a drill and a screw drilled in at an angle. Since this is the back, you can do what you want. You are the boss of you.
After the top piece was added, Jer chopped off the remaining 2×4. We didn’t know exactly how high it would be and to cut it off after the fact allowed it all to be perfect.
It’s so nice to have the cute pots up high out of the reach of the boys. I am constantly looking for a specific pot or a particular pair of garden gloves, or even a flat surface that I won’t ruin by putting a dirty pot on. This is it folks.
We already put it to use by planting some fall flowers and I have to admit…it almost felt TOO pretty to get dirty. Then I got over myself and made a Weston-size mess.
On the bottom shelf, underneath the work surface, is the terra cotta pots. I love these clay pots and my mom gave me quite a few in different shapes and sizes. They are really great for potting plants for various reasons and I had read an article about taking care of them….ashamedly didn’t do it…but now with the potting bench, I can.
My largest pots do fit in the bottom shelf but if the pot was oversized, I just stack it next to the bench. I also have a few mini plastic trashcans that I scored at the dollar store to hold my little gardening tools. And I do like to put my watering can under here. I chose not to put the sprinker items here (we have a couple different kinds) because if they were within viewing of the kids, I think they would be too tempted to play with them. So instead, we keep the sprinkler stuff in the basement. Also…if you have kids, like kids, have seen kids before…you won’t want to store pesticides on this bench. Just pulling out my mom badge to remind ya 🙂
Overall, it is the best little addition to our garage space and we have plenty more to build in here to make the garage super functional and organized.
For more DIY project inspiration, check out DIY Done Right. The kit is also being stocked in select Home Depot stores, but you can buy it online at Home Depot too. And here is the best part – you can score the Simpson Strong-Tie Workbench/Shelving Unit Kit yourself! The possibilities with these connectors are endless. Seriously. Without end. It’s like saying ‘go west’.
Here are all the details on how to get your hands on it….
- PRIZE: (1) Simpson Strong-Tie Workbench/Shelving kit and a $50 Home Depot giftcard
- NUMBER OF WINNERS : (1) One
- TO ENTER : Enter by commenting on this post with “DIY Done Right!” and tell me what you would build.
- PRIZE SHIPS : Continental U.S.
- NITTY GRITTY : This giveaway closes on Friday, October 31st at 8pm EDT. Only one contest entry per email address. The winner will be chosen using Random.org and will be announced in an update to this post the following Monday morning. We will email the winner directly, so please make sure you use your regularly checked email address.
GOOD LUCK!
DIY Done Right! We are in dire need of a straight-up workbench in our garage! This prize would be perfect 🙂
DIY done right! I would build that exact potting bench!!!
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This is so awesome! I’d probably totally steal your potting station plan, totally need something like this for my back patio.
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DIY Done Right! My husband and I are actually looking at building a workbench for our garage right now so this is perfect!
DIY Done Right!! This system looks AWESOME and would save SO much time! I’d love to use it to build a storage table in my laundry room!
DIY Done Right! I have to say that I would be a total copycat and build a potting bench as well. We’ve got great workbenches for all of our tools in the garage, but I always pot my plants on the kitchen counter. ICK. Would be so nice to do it outdoors!
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I’d build a standard work bench — we NEED one desperately!
DIY DONE RIGHT. I think I would build some shelves for behind our wet bar. I have been looking to build some type of storage for all of our drink accouterment for my Thirsty Thursday posts. 🙂
“DIY Done Right!” I would build a work bench for our new Tuff Shed that we had built 🙂
DIY done right! I’d build some awesome shelves for our new shed. Right now everything is just thrown in there!
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I would build an outdoor bbq prep/cooking tool holder by our smoker and bbq grill. Right now the system is me and a flash light….
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I would build a bench with the trap door to hold a tub (trough?) to bathe my 4 stinky little dogs at a comfortable height. They’re too big for a sink & the tub & my knees just don’t get along. The back would have shelves to hold their shampoo, collars & towels. Underneath, I’d keep a jar of treats & a box for the grooming tools. It would be AWESOME!!!
DIY Done Right! We need basement storage like yesterday.
DIY Done RIGHT! I would either make a craft bench or like you, a potting bench. I have been eyeing the ones made out of pallets but his looks pretty easy!
I’d use this to make a workbench for my garage
DIY Done Right! I would like to build a workbench for my basement.
DIY Done Right! I think I’d built some shelves to organize my paint supplies!
DIY Done Right! I would build a legit work bench for my garage. . . since the current one is made of two old pieces of countertop and duct taped together. Not an ideal situation 😉
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Our garage is currently taken over with wood for our woodstove. I would love to try to build a potting bench like yours so I can finally have a place for all my things in the garage! Love the little trap door!
DIY done Right! We are just getting the interior of our garage sheeted so this would be the GREATEST thing to win!!! We don’t have any tool bench/potting area/ general garage ‘toy’ area…. you know for fun garage projects and stuff. We could/would build something that we would use EVERY DAY!
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we definitely need some back porch storage, so we would probably just tweak your version of a potting bench.
DIY Done Right! Honestly I would build the exact potting bench you did and give it my mom for Christmas. She does an insane amount of planting and this would totally save her back and help organize everything!
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I would probably build just a nice work bench in my garage….. mine is a bazillion times worse than yours… I guarantee it 😉
DIY Done Right! I would love to get some garage storage – just like you!!
DIY DONE RIGHT! I’d love to build a rolling storage shelf for all of my painting tools and paint cans!
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I need to build a shelving unit for DVDs. We have a ton and nowhere to store them.
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DIY Done Right. I would totally make a basic storage shelf…not exciting but it’s what we NEED for the garage.
DIY Done Right! I would definitely build a workbench for the garage.
DIY Done Right! I’d probably reconfigure some of the shelving in my garage. The previous owners installed 3 levels of shelving around the entire garage which is super helpful but it doesn’t work for different sizes/configurations of stuff. I need to customize a bit of the space for bikes, rakes, lawn mower, etc.
I would build a bar. Who doesn’t need a bar in their house?
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I’d love to make a small table/shelf for our patio to serve as potting storage and a buffet when we have gatherings!
DIY Done Right! I would make basement storage!
DIY done right! I would build a work bench for my mom. Thanks. Love the potting bench!
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I need a potting bench, too, so that’s what I would build. 🙂
DIY Done Right! I would build a storage rack for our growing collection of power tools. Love your potting bench and the hidden access to the soil. Great job!
Diy done right!! I (my husband) would build a work bench for his tinkering he does on guitars 🙂
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I need to build a workbench that caters to me refinishing frames for my artwork. I was just talking about that the other day!
DIY Done Right! We desperately need some storage shelves in our garage – this makes it look so easy!
DIY Done Right! – I actually want to make this exact same thing right now!! Thanks for the inspiration!
DIY done right! I’d build a work bench for my craft room!
DIY Done Right – I’m dying to get a potting bench to keep my gardening clutter at bay.
DIY Done Right! A garage tool bench for me – we’re in the same crowded garage boat.
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I (i.e. my husband) would probably build something similar to your potting bench, but it would more than likely be used by my husband. He has been wanting a bench of some sort in the garage since we moved in 4 years ago.
DIY Done Right! I would for sure be building a potting bench, only a bit smaller for our space. My husband’s area is his garage and I know he would LOVE if all my potting and planting goods were organized (for once) and out of his way!
DIY DONE RIGHT! This is a pretty original answer, but I think I would build our “girls” a new chicken coop! It looks like the plans could be modified pretty easily to make a 4 x 6′ coop. 🙂
This is so cool! If I won I would build a workbench since we have nothing yet in our garage 🙂
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Shelves for the basement closet which is getting really out of control now. I would also love build shelves for under the basement stairs.
DIY done right! I would like to build overhead storage to put camping gear, seasonal stuff, etc. It would be great to free up precious floor space!
Built in bookshelves!
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Well both my mom and my father in law have driven into our workbench in the garage (separate occasions) Poor thing is looking pretty wobbly, need to replace that and this would be perfect!
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I would build my husband’s workbench which is always on the to-do list but always at the bottom.
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I have visions of a cool built-in planter for our back deck that I could swap out the planter trays with either an ice/beverage tray or a slatted top for extra seating. Hoping I can turn it into reality and that it doesn’t become the “Cookie Monster – Nailed It” image from Pinterest << my fear.
DIY Done Right!” I would build tons of storage shelves in my garage.
DIY Done Right! My hubby does LOTS of custom work on cars so he needs a ton of work space and storage. He would LOVE this!
DIY done right! We would definitely use as a work bench. We’re using this small plastic table that has to be cleared off when we need it for a party. You can just imagine that the tools end up everywhere since we’re not always quick to organize the tools again after having cleared it for another use.
DIY Done Right! I would build a smaller version of your potting bench. Right now my planting stuff is out of control and not organized and I don’t even know what all I have.
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We need more shelves in our garage, but a work bench or potting bench would be great too!
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I would build a bench to hold all our kids outside toys/balls.
DIY Done Right! I would use it for some much needed shed storage. Probably a painting bench to store all of our supplies and extra paint.
DIY Done Right! I would make some kind of painting station, I’m always looking for a clean surface to paint misc. frames and things out in the garage.
DIY DONE RIGHT! I would build a massive workbench with storage for my husband. He has a lot of tools that need to be stored properly while having a functional bench to work from.
DIY Done Right! I would build a workbench for our garage for sure!
DIY Done Right! SHELVES! We have so much STUFF that we don’t use regularly because we don’t have it organized 🙂
“DIY Done Right!” My wife needs a potting bench as well!!!
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A potting bench!
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I would LOVE to build a place for all our sports equipment. It is taking over the garage!
DIY Done Right! We just moved into our first home last month, and the hubby is dying to add some organization to the garage.
DIY Done Right! I would build exactly this!!! Love it!
DIY Done Right! I would build some storage shelving in my garage. Since my son turned 2 his toys have taken over the space and we have major organization issues. Some shelving would help!
DIY Done Right! I would build the heavy-duty shelving unit for the garage… and maybe another one for all our craft supplies. We just moved into a new house and my in-laws just gave us some power tools, so it will be thrilling to win one of these kits. Thanks for the chance!
DIY Done Right!! I could definitely use a kit to build some storage shelving in my kids playroom.
DIY DONE RIGHT! I would build the workbench!
DIY Done right! I would shamelessly copy every step of that potting bench. Love it!
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I LOVE the idea of a potting station and would do that!
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I would build a workbench for my hubby. Or rather, I think he would build it and I’ll hold the baby (both jobs are pretty awesome).
Hope we win!
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I’d love to make the potting bench and then I’d make a wooden planter box!
Thanks. 🙂
DIY done right! I would build a work bench for the garage in the house we are building!
DIY Done Right! I love this potting bench. Would it be wrong for me to get one before my husband gets a proper work bench? Eh. He’ll get over it.
DIY Done Right! What WOULDN”T I want to build with this awesome giveaway?! Since function and practicality rise to the top, I have to say bench seating/shoe storage in the garage next to the door to the basement. Right now it’s a chaotic mess, and that just drives me crazy! We’re constantly teaching our 3-year-old that she must put her stuff away, but that’s a hard lesson to drive home when mom and dad aren’t good at it either. 😉
DIY Done Right! Just moved into a new house and need to build that standard boring workbench first, but then I love the idea of this potting station!
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I would build the **exact** same thing you did – I hate planting on the ground!
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Such a cute potting bench! If I won, I’d build a bench for our front porch with storage in the seat. I’ve been wanting one for months!
DIY Done Right! I’d be building a serious set of shelves for our mess of a garage.
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I would love to build a workbench with these.
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DIY done right! A work bench for my hard working husband
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I would build my own workbench. My husband has one in the basement which is always a mess. I’ve wanted to try building more projects on my own (just bought a set of nailguns!) so this would be the perfect project to kickstart other projects!
Oh, and I’d paint the top with white and gray chevron stripes. Because it would be MY workbench!
DIY Done Right! That is so cool! Honestly, I think I would build something similar to what you did. I have tons of pots that don’t have a home and when I plant in them I have to make a big mess on the patio.
DIY Done Right! I have no idea what we would build with this, but the possibilities seem endless! I could totally use a potting bench, but I also have a place I could use a big shelf, too! Or maybe a cool-industrial style playhouse? Ah, so awesome! Thanks for the giveaway!
DIY Done Right! I would probably build exactly what you did. Love it!
DIY Done Right! I think I’m inspired by your potting bench….Mine is getting pretty rickity! Loved your post!
DIY Done right! I would probably just build a boring old took bench since that’s what we would use the most, but the potting station is awesome!
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I would LOVE this potting bench–all of our gardening supplies are just spread out on a card table right now.
DIY Done Right! I’m thinking a potting bench would be perfect. Or maybe a tool bench for the husband’s new miter saw.
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We just added a new deck to the back of our house, so I’d love to build some sort of all-purpose work station for the far corner. Maybe a little bit of hidden storage for outdoor toys underneath…?
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I love this idea. I have a rickety shelf used for my gardening storage that I’d love to update with this kit. What a great idea, Katie!
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I would build a workbench!
DIY DONE RIGHT! Really need new back steps to our patio.
DIY DONE RIGHT! I would make this exact bench for my mom. She is having a rough time right now and she loves to garden and this would really make her year!
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I desperately need this potting bench!!
DIY done right! I’d build a work bench.
DIY Done Right… love this potting bench and would love to build my own!
“DIY Done Right!” – I’d build my husband a proper work bench so he (we) could actually use the amazing tools my father has bought us!
DIY Done right! I (let’s be honest…the hubby) would build a work bench for all of my husband’s tools. Right now they’re in various boxes, bags, wire shelves, and drawers. I can never find what I need, so one good place to consolidate would be AWESOME!
DIY Done Right! I would love to build some storage in our garage!
“DIY Done Right!” – not sure, but I’d love to do a project with my son
DIY Done Right! – I LOVE your potting bench! My husband has enough tool shelves and benches, so I NEED a potting bench! And I love the secret hideaway for the potting soil!
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I would use it for closet shelving in our new house!
DIY Done Right! after seeing your potting shelf I am lusting after building one of those!
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Pppssshhh! I’d totally build that potting bench! I have been begging my boyfriend for a potting bench for basically a century. I typically take the subtle and meek approach too 😉
DIY done right! We need a work bench for our miter saw!
DIY Done Right! Uh… maybe a potting bench! Or more workbench space in the basement- that place is a hot mess!!!
DIY Done Right! I’d build a potting station with the option to add my grow lights on the top as well!
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I would build a table similar to this for my basement! Craft projects, storage, and laundry folding,
DIY Done Right! I totally need a potting station! My end up potting on the garage floor – not fun when you are preggers!
DIY Done Right! Such a great DIY! I’d love to make a potting bench!
DIY Done Right! would love a custom table for mitre saw!
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I love this potting bench!
DIY DONE RIGHT! I would SO build a slightly different potting bench for myself 🙂 I LOVE your trap door idea!
“DIY Done Right!” I would probably build something similar or just like your potting bench. My stuff is scattered everywhere in our spider infested garage so it would be nice to have it all in one clean location.
DIY done right! I would totally build a mud kitchen outside for kiddos to play in! How fun! 🙂
DIY Done Right! Actually, a potting bench sounds like an awesome idea!
DIY done right! I think I would build a potting bench, too. I love yours! (especially the hidden door)
DIY Done Right! I need a multipurpose table but love the trap door, so would be including that.
DIY Done Right!! I would definitely make use of a system like this for my crafting! Couldn’t hurt to have more surfaces for that, right?
DIY Done Right! I would either build a potting station for outside or a kitchen storage solution for inside.
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i always need more garage storage!
DIY done right!! I want to make that potting bench! We bought our first home this past spring and with just over an acre of land and a nice front porch, I need a place to organize my gardening things and to pot some plants. Planning to build this even if I don’t win your giveaway. This is super inspiring!
DIY done right! I would totally build your potting bench – you had me with the trap door! xo
DIY DONE RIGHT! We moved and we need a new workbench in the garage.
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I need some storage area in our basement BADLY! We just moved in about 4 months ago, and everything is currently stacked on the work bench left behind by previous owners. A storage unit would be heavenly.
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I would build a workbench for our garage. We already have the wood but the Simpson Strong-Tie Workbench/Shelving kit would really make the job easier!
“DIY Done Right!” Storage shelves for my basement!!
DIY DONE RIGHT….DEFINITELY A WORK BENCH ! Pick me!
DIY Done Right! I love your potting bench, but I’d probably build the storage shelves.
DIY Done Right – All I can think about now is a potting bench! Maybe instead we’d make an outdoor storage space for our kids’ toys.
Love the trap door. It is my goal in life (or one of them) to one day own a bookcase that swings out to reveal a secret room when you either pull on a) a book, or b) a wall-mounted candelabra. Secret trap doors are in the same family of awesome.
But don’t you want to paint the strong ties on the bench bright red?
DIY Done Right! This bench is awesome. I didn’t realize how much I want/need a potting bench until I saw this. It could double as a craft bench, too – just lay some cutting mat down, and swap out the soil bins under the trap door for a trash bin (sweep cuttings off the top and right into the bin!) and a shallow bin that can act as out of the way storage for craft tools, lesser used supplies, etc.. That would give me a four season purpose to it all! Love the Simpson Strong Ties. A dozen ideas are coming to mind now!
DIY Done Right! I need to build my kiddos a fun outdoor play bench/storage for the toys in their fort (which is really just the space under our kitchen. 😉
DIY Done Right! I’d absolutely love to have this exact bench… who needs Ana White when you have BowerPower blueprints? 🙂 Nice work, Bowers.
DIY DONE RIGHT! I would make a new table/storage center for my kitchen that is currently undergoing its own transformation (painting cabinets, need I say more 🙂 ).
I’m not a crazy cat person but I would make it a cat station for my 4 indoor cats. It would be similar to yours and the bottom would store their food, treats, litter, toys and grooming tools. The top would be where they could lay while I brushed them. I would add slightly wider shelves on the top and carpet them so they could lounge around on them. And somewhere I would add some hanging toys that they could swat at.
DIY Done Right! I would build more storage for my hubby’s tools to de-clutter our garage!
DIY Done Right! I’m desperate for some basement storage for seasonal decorative items, you know, Easter wresths, Thanksgiving table cloths… they’re all a huge mess in giant cardboard boxes right now 🙂
DIY Done Right! I would make a workbench for my hubby and then move on to a potting bench for my Dad. He just built a new garage and this would be perfect! After all he has done for me, it is time to give back.
DIY Done Right! I love this so much! What would I build… umm… this potting bench!
“DIY Done Right!” Crafting/paint station!
DIY Done Right! I’d build my dog a gazebo-house. (Which is totally normal, yes?)
DIY Done Right. OMG, this is so great. I’m totally jealous. We are currently using an antique cast iron bakers rack as our potting station.
My husband has been itching to build an outdoor entertaining center. He’d probably adapt the workbench to include a built in cooler and shelves to house grilling and outdoor entertaining essentials.
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I actually need a potting bench, which I was going to build out of an old coffee table. This would be much better, and easier, I.e., it would get DONE!
DIY Done Right! I would copy you, pretty much exactly. I have a gardening mess in my garage, and this would fix it so well.
DIY Done Right! My husband needs a workbench!
DIY DONE RIGHT! I would build a shelving system for our garage.
DIY Done Right! I would get a power sander and go to town with some projects!
p.s. If you guys want to DIY Right, you really need to wear protective eye gear. Just sayin’.
“DIY Done Right!” Definitely a work table!
DIY Done Right! I would build this exact bench! I would love to finally have something to making gardening and potting easier in our little space 🙂
DIY DONE RIGHT! I would start out making the workbench. Love, love, love your potting bench!!
DIY Done Right! I love what you and Jeremy have done here. My husband would love to build a custom work table for out garage.
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We are in the process of buying a house and I have vowed to do a better job with having an organized garage. We need a better shelf for the tools!
DIY Done Right! I would build the slats to connect the headboard to the footboard i bought at a yard sale.
Love this idea, but I would build a rustic kitchen island for my daughter.
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I would build some work benches for my dad’s shop as a Christmas Gift! He desperately needs some organization in there!
Well, now I NEED this bench!
Oops DIY done right! I NEED this bench now, so that’s what I would make
Shoe storage! I’m tired of the MDF units falling apart.
DIY DONE RIGHT! OoooooooOOOOOOOoooooo! Lovely potting bench! I would use those to build a nice low slung platform bed frame. My old dogs can’t just high so they can’t jump up on the high bed and sleeping on a mattress on the floor gets old real fast! A low bed frame would strike a nice compromise between my grumbly protesting four-legged children demanding to be lifted and a good night’s sleep. 🙂
DIY Done Right! I’d love to build a potting station too!
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I need shelves in my garage, or basement…actually both. Please?!
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love the bench!
DIY Done Right! A work bench with storage for all the power tools and a charging station for all the batteries.
DIY Done Right! I would love to build the outdoor storage unit or the raised garden bed!
DIY Done Right! I would love to build a shelf unit for the basement because piles of clutter just doesn’t look quite as good as clutter organized on shelves. seriously.
DIY Done Right! My husband would LOVE a workbench for all of his tools.
DIY done right! I love the potting bench idea!
DIY DONE RIGHT! I would totally make this bench. I didn’t even realize how much I needed a potting bench until I saw this, but I DO!!!!
DIY Done Right. I know my hubby would like to add to his tool bench in the garage.
DIY Done Right! Our garage is a total mess. We need a potting bench AND a workbench…and shelves…and we need to organize the basement…and better shelves in the closet….and the list could go on and on!! Thanks!
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Our garage needs major help too so I love your potting bench!
DIY Done Right!! I would also build a potting bench. Like you, I am always trying to find a place to do all that dirty work!
DIY Done Right! That potting bench is perfect for my needs. Pretty and functional!
DIY done right! I would love to build the workbench for our saw! We just bought a new house and are building our dining table and benches!
DIY done right! I would build this same potting bench and finally get all my pots off the floor of the garage.
DIY DONE RIGHT! I would build shelving for our shed.
DIY Done Right! I think I would make your exact potting bench…it would be perfect in our basement as we start working on our backyard!
DIY done right!!! I’d definitely build a potting bench, we are in desperate need of one, so the mess stops ending up on the garage floor! 😉
DIY Done Right! Potting bench or wrapping station.
DIY Done Right! I would build shelves for all my home canned vegetables!
DIY Done Right!! I would build storage shelving in our garage.
DIY Done Right! – like many other commenters, I also need a potting bench. But I’d probably do it in weatherproof materials, like redwood, since I want to leave it outside. (Bless our mild winters here in California 🙂
DIY done right! I would to build that potting bench!
DIY done right! Pantry shelves!
DIY Done Right! I hate to be the bearer of such lack of creativity but really … I want what you’re having. I think I’d give the kit to my son and tell him I’d love your potting bench. He’s the builder guy. Made an amazing work bench at the age of 15. I love this project.
DIY done right! I would build the open shelving small appliance/pantry that we are getting ready to build!
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I would make storage for the millions of Rubbermaid totes I have in the garage. Invariably, I need something from the bottom tote and it is such a pain.
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Our basement storage room needs an awesome workspace. Would totally build a project workbench!!
DIY Done Right!! Who couldn’t use the extra storage! I think I’d stick with the workbench but tweak it a bit to use for the hubbys always growing tackle collection. He’s a bass fisherman…and his collection grows and grows. Its worse than my scrapbook supply hoarding. A peg board would be useful with hooks to hang his lures and maybe customize some holes for his rods. It would be great. And anything to help him organize his chaos makes me happy! Thank you for the entry 🙂
DIY DONE RIGHT! I’d build a workbench for my garage!
also, you look awesome! Have you been doing CF with your hubs?
This is amazing! The trap door is genius! I’m going to have to make this happen next spring… Thanks for the tutorial!
“DIY Done Right!” We need a miter saw table!
DIY done right! I, too, would make the potting bench. Thanks for the opportunity!
DIY Done Right! I would use this to make my husband a work bench. We moved into our first house two years ago and he has done SO many projects for me; but not many for himself! I would love to make it a Christmas surprise for him 🙂
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I’d love to build a darkroom worktable.
I’d also like a house that has room for a darkroom please.
Diy done right. A workbench to store tools.
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Very impressed.. Much nicer and spacious than the old computer desk I’m using as a potting table.
Its hard to puck one thing since you could make anything. I’d make a work bench or a painting/project table.
DIY Done Right – work bench 🙂
DIY Done Right! I would build shelves for my garage. The potting bench is great too!
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Would definitely love to build a new workbench area for my basement!
DIY done right! I would build extra storage shelving for our garage because we all know how sacred that is;).
DIY done right! I’d looooove a work bench for my own garage! Or I’d pay it forward and build my mom a cute potting bench like yours to cheer her up after her mother’s passing.
DIY Done Right! I would for sure build myself a craft table in the basement to go along with our work benches!
DIY Done Right!! I love the potting bench, but I totally need a workbench!
DIY DONE RIGHT! I’d love a potting bench in our garage or shed! It’d be perfect.
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I’d build your bench for my wife.
DIY done right! We desperately need a work bench in our garage!
DIY Done Right! I desperately need storage in my basement. That’s what I would build.
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I would build some shelves for our basement
DIY Done Right!!! I would build a storage bed (like this from Ana White http://ana-white.com/2012/07/storage-bedbench) for my husband’s and my full bed. He did NOT appreciate the DIY-cheapo solution I came up with by using turned-on-their-sides plastic milk crates! (Although I admit liking those suckers – they adda bit of “industrial” vibe to our already eclectic room. 🙂
DIY Done Right!!☆ I would love to use this to build a workbench for the basement and Finally get things organized down there….Or, use almost the same plan to build a super-awesome rustic console for the living room. Total toss-up!!
I LOVE the potting bench, but we need a workbench to put my husband’s table saw on. 🙂
DIY Done Right! I need some heavy duty floor-to-ceiling workshop shelves desperately.
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I would either make this potting bench or make a cabinet/serving station for our newly done patio.
DIY done right! We would start with a work bench to have a decent place for the chop saw. Then we would follow up with the potting bench.
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We desperately need a workbench so that’s what we would build! Although I love the potting bench!
DIY Done Right! I would make EXACTLY this! What a brilliant idea!
DIY Done Right! A workbench. I need more space and more organization in our workroom.
DIY DONE RIGHT! Hello work bench!
DIY done right! We’d build a workbench.
DIY DONE RIGHT! Would love to make an outdoor bar.
DIY Done Right! A potting bench like yours!! Love!
DIY done right! I would build a workbench but with lots of tool storage – all out tools are thrown in a pile on a shelf (and the floor) of the laundry room right now.
DIY done right!
Thank you for taking so much time to put together such a great post. Seriously appreciate it!
If I was to win, I’d work with my husband to build a work bench so he could build me more DIY stuff
DIY Done Right! Now if only I had a place to put a putting bench…
DIY DONE RIGHT! I’d love to create storage for my kid’s outdoor toys!
DIY DONE RIGHT! I’ve been perusing workbench type garage ideas–I need somewhere to house my miter saw!
xo kelly
DIY DONE RIGHT! I would build your potting bench! Great job Katie and Jeremy!
DIY Done Right! I need all three–shelves, work bench, and potting bench!
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Garage shelves! Last week we took everything out of the garage and panted the walls. We are in need of some storage shelves now!
DIY Done Right! Oh my goodness, my husband needs a work bench desperately! So many house projects and not a good place to do them. This would be awesome!
DIY Done Right!!!!
I would make a work bench/extra storage for in the garage!
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I would build a gear storage and drying rack for my hockey equipment. We built one years ago, before we had many tools or any idea what we were doing, and my husband monopolizes it. I could make a sweet one with this set – maybe I’ll paint it pink 😉
DIY done right! I would love to build some more storage for our garage!
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I’ve been meaning to build a potting bench with the barn wood I salvaged after the barn went down. These would probably help,,,
DIY done right. I need a table for my printer. I think this could easily be adapted to do that perfectly. If not, I’d be happy with a bench. :). Thanks for sharing.
DIT DONE RIGHT! It would come down to a battle between husband and wife (haha)! He would definitely want a work space for his miter saw and I love the garden bench. I’m thinking I could even make this on my own, though, so I’m going to say I would win!
DIY done right! My husband would build a workbench for his tools or maybe all our yard/garden gear. This would totally help get our garage organized!
DIY Done Right! I would build a storage table for building projects in the garage.
DIY Done Right! This cute bench could replace our too-big workbench in our garage!
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We would love to build a heavy duty shelving unit to help with organization in our garage.
Love your potting bench too!
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work bench / potting bench for myself. my husband hogs most of the garage so i would like a space for my “tools”
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I would totally go with making a crochet station or a video game station for my boyfriend. We are in an apartment so no place to store gardening supplies without attracting bugs it seems so no potting station for me.
DIY Done Right! I LOVE this potting bench Katie! The trap door with the soil bins is genius! I would make one with caster feet because we like to park our cars in the garage in the winter (welcome to New England) and it would be nice to be able to move it around and store it easily!
“DIY Done Right!” I think I would build a garage ‘mudroom’ type thing. Kinda like your potting bench but much more narrow and hooks on top for coats. Pegs for shoes on the bottom.
Great post Katie! You really can tell how much time went into it. I liked reading it, it did not feel ‘sponsored’, and now I am inspired!
DIY Done Right! I would build a similar potting bench for the basement in our new house. Looks like an awesome solution for wrangling our gardening tools.
DIY Done Right! I would definitely do a potting bench for our shed. I love to garden and this is so much easier then potting on the ground,. Thanks for the great post!
“DIY Done Right!” It’s a tough call, but I would probably go with the workbench.
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I’d use them to build two 5′ benches for my deck, that could also be used at the kitchen table for extra guests.
DIY done right! Two words: organize attic!
“DIY Done Right!” I would like a potting bench.
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I LOVE this potting bench!! Maybe that or some more storage for stuff in the garage.
DIY done right! I would build a workbench for my brother, who just bought a house. He could really use it, and I would do just about anything to put a smile on his face right now.
I love potting benches. I just moved into a new home from apartment living for 15 years and I am in love with planting; especially since I have a great outdoor space now. This would be the perfect addition to my new home.
“DIY Done Right!” We need another workbench. Ours is overflowing with stuff and not really seeing much work these days.
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I would actually probably build something very similar for our back porch!
DIY Done Right! I’d make something similar to this but use it as an outdoor buffet/bar/storage area in our back yard.
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I too need a potting bench!
DIY Done Right! I’d love to have a potting bench.
DIY done right! A potting bench
“DIY Done Right!” up my alley or should I say garage?
DIY DONE RIGHT! I would want to build the potting bench – yours came out awesome!
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We just moved and for the first time have a garage. So, storage it is. Basketballs, jump ropes, skip its…they are all laying around and need a place!
Diy done right! Desperately need to make a workbench for my miter saw. I have a little baby running around so this would add some much needed speed to the project!
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I would build a workbench in our garage that could double as small project and planting space for me in the garage. Thanks for the giveaway!
i would probably do the work bench, but with the shelves instead of peg board.
DIY Done Right! I can’t decide if I would build a potting bench (with spots to hang my trowel, pruners, gloves and towels) or a work bench (with spots to hang a hammer, level, and screw driver). Maybe a combo of both! While we have a shed and a workshop in the basement, I always find myself in the garage needing these basics so it would be very handy to have them organized there.
DIY Done Right! We are in the process of finishing part of our basement and in the unfinished area we are putting a workspace for my hubs – I would definitely use this to build him a nice workbench!
DIY done right!
Ha! When I saw the title, I thought this post would be about potty training!
Free-standing shelves would be a cinch with these handy Simpson Strong Ties.
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We would build book shelves for our kid’s bedroom. We need them desperately!
DIY Done Right! I would absolutely copycat your potting bench. Looks amazing!
DIY Done Right- My husband just said yesterday that he’d like to build more shelving in the basement!
DIY Done Right! I would build the exact same bench!
DIY Done Right! I’m really torn b/w the work bench and potting bench, so I think I’d tweak them to be a hybrid work bench and potting bench (with secret trap door – it was my favorite feature of your bench!)
DIY DONE RIGHT! I would build this bench exactly the way you did — although mine wouldn’t turn out quite as well, I am sure. Beautiful job. I especially love the trash cans for holding soil.
“DIY Done Right!” why a potting bench of course!
DIY done right! I’d make a shelving unit that could hold color coded totes for all of my holiday decorations.
DIY Done Right! I have been searching all summer for a potting bench! One I really liked got away from me on craigslist. I finally gave up and decided to try to build my own (which I’ve never done). So I started scrounging around for pallets for building materials. This tutorial is perfect timing and looks so easy. Thank you. Win or lose, I’m getting a potting bench!
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I am helping my mom organize her garage and would love to build her more storage.
DIY Done Right!!!
My fiance and I just started a lawn care company so I would build some storage in our garage. All the extra doo-hickies and thing-a-ma-bobs for the lawn equipment need somewhere to go, somewhere away from my Christmas decorations!
DIY done right! we need a work bench in our shed!
I would use this to build a shelving unit in a quirky, odd space in garage that is currently not being utilized. I love get things off of the floor!
DIY Done Right! I would LOVE to build the potting bench!
DIY Done Right!
I would build some shelving for our garage!
DIY done right. Would build a bench for the front porch.
DIY Done right! Love the potting bench modification! Although we do need a place for the saws.
DIY done right! I would build a bench for near my back door.
DIY Done Right! I would build a workbench!
DIY Done Right! As much as I would love this potting bench, I think a work bench for the hubby would be more useful. boo 🙁
DIY Done Right! We need a new workbench BAD! When we bought our house a year ago it came with a very scary and sad workbench and I think it stayed behind from the seller becasuse if you move it I believe it will fall apart. It needs to be put to rest/turned into firewood for the firepit!
DIY done right! Basement storage please! I’m so tired of the old “just put it in the floor”
“DIY Done Right!” –Sooo need a workbench!!
DIY done right! We absolutely need a work bench, and we would use it all the time!
DIY Done Right! A workbench with room to store scrap wood has been on our list to build so maybe one day we can actually both park in our garage… My guy just doesn’t understand why we need to save them all so smart storage might help my cause : )
DIY DONE RIGHT! I would build a “mom’s only” workbench. My husband’s is a mess. If I had my own and my own tools, I could find what I needed when.
DIY Done Right – my husband needs a storage solution for all of his paintings between shows. This kit would allow us to build something totally custom that works for him!
DIY Done Right! I would love to build a potting bench just like that…my potting supplies are in the shed, garage, basement…need to organize!
DIY Done Right! I (or most likely my husband) would make a work bench. Our garage is definitely in need of some organization.
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WORKBENCH FOR THE TINY SHED!
WE NEEEEEEEED THIS!
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I would so build this same exact potting bench for my Mom!
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I would make a variation of the 4′ tiered shelving unit – but make it to hold sports equipment…it is overtaking the garage.
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I would totally build shelves for my shoes!
DIY Done Right! This potting bench is a great idea! I’d love to do something similar!
DIY Done Right! I would build an organizing unit for our garage. It’s a MESS!!
DIY Done Right! A workbench for my husband! We have lived in our house for almost a year and he has been talking about building a workbench for himself in the basement since before we moved in. Unfortunately our to-do list keeps growing and somehow building a workbench for him always stays at the bottom.
DIY done right! Basement storage so I don’t look so much like a hoarder;)
DIY done right! I would use it to build a workbench for my husband.
DIY Done Right! We need a work bench and maybe some shelves in the garage.
DIY Done Right! We would probably build the potting bench as well. Our garage is very tiny, but has a small space by the door for this.
DIY Done Right! Probably some better storage for the garage.
DIY done right! We are moving into a new house next month and will have a garage for the first time. I would love to build storage shelves for the overabundance of plastic storage boxes we have!
DIY Done Right. I would give it to my husband and let him go to town.
DIY DONE RIGHT! I’m in love with your potting bench and would love one of my own, but a work bench might be a bit more practical in our garage. Or maybe we need both!
Well we try to “DIY DONE RIGHT” and I think we’d just make a tool workbench out of it! Looks awesome…love your potting bench with the secret door…awesome idea. Love.
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I am currently building a potting bench but lacking some of the great hardware included in the kit.
Yours looks great and I’d love to have mine look so good.
Thanks for your post. It is a great template and the results are a “wow”
“DIY Done Right!” I’d build a workbench to corral our tools and have a place to work on projects other than the dining room table!
DIY Done Right! Hmm…I’d either build the hubs his own tool bench (note: I said build HIM…a tool bench. 😉 I’m a bit more DIY-inclined, but he tries) OR I’d steal that lovely reader’s idea of a potting bench with lights for starting plants. Genius!
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I would definitely build something incredibly similar to this potting bench! genius!
diy done right! i’d probably go with the potting bench as well, right now i use the ground or my hubbie’s workbench, ha! thanks & happy halloween!
DIY Done Right! My Dad is a gardener and could TOTALLY use a setup like this. Would love to do that for him!
New follower here! I came to your blog from YHL (so sad they are gone) and love your content. Can’t wait to explore more of the site!
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I would LOOOOVE this kit to build a workbench for our small one car garage. We don’t have anywhere to set things on when we are working on a project & we can’t just buy one because it can’t be as deep as they usually are, so this would be perfect. Great giveaway!
DIY Done Right! I’d build a work bench for the garage or maybe a kitchen cart with casters.
DIY Done Right, a potting bench
DIY Done Right! I would make a patio table for our new house
DIY Done right, a potting bench, of course:-)
DIY Done Right! I would make a sewing station in my basement.
DIY Done Right! We would be some craft storage!
DIY DONE RIGHT! I would definitely build a storage shelf for our cluttered up basement! 🙂
DIY Done Right! I’d love to build some sort of toy storage for our basement
DIY DONE RIGHT. I’m not handy at all, so I’d pass the brackety things along to my super-handy husband and request that he build something useful! I’ve been dreaming about a behind-the-couch table, bedside tables, storage shelves, etc. I’m not sure which application would be appropriate for the brackets, but I trust his judgement.
Thanks Katie. Love the hidden compartment for the potting soil! So clever!
DIY DONE RIGHT! Yo! My DIY guy can use as many shelving units as he can get! For tools, gardening stuff, you name it.
DIY done right! We would use it for utility room storage – sorely needed!
DIY done right!!
We’d probably go with the workbench. And, frankly, if I don’t win, imma buy one anyway. No, wait. Maybe I’d go with the potting bench. Hmmm. Either way, I’m getting both. ha. Hubbs is going to have some stuff to do this winter!
DIY done right! I think I would have to make a potting bench as well….or a bar for our garage. We like to entertain and end up in the garage with the dart board so it would be great to set our drinks and food on and to put our games under. Hopefully I’ll be picking this up soon. 🙂 Great job on the bench!!
“DIY Done Right!” I would build an organizing bench for the garage; I have way to much clutter in that area.
DIY Done Right! I’d love to build a potting bench! SO genius!
DIY done right! I could use an updated potting bench. I’m currently using an old microwave cart. It holds everything fine, but there’s no room left on the surface for potting anything and the drawer is broken.
DIY Done Right! A potting bench similar to yours 🙂
DIY Done Right! I would make a fun industrial looking dining room table or console table! 🙂
DIY Done Right! Oh man, we need a workbench in our garage!
DIY done right! We’d use it to build a work bench for our new garage.
DIY Done Right! I would probably build two things, if it’s as easy as you make it look. I’d build something for the garage, to put toys on the bottom, and hang bug catchers and such (two boys in my home) on top, and something for toys in the basement, maybe use it to hold all of the ‘tools’ they have. I’d probably buy some large baskets to put underneath. (thanks for the opportunity!)
DIY Done Right! We would build a workbench! My husband has one that a friend built and gave him when he moved away. It’s pretty rickety, and we have been wanting a better one. This would be perfect!
DIY Done Right! I would love to build storage in my basement!
DIY DONE RIGHT! I am in desperate need of tall shelving to house my Tupperware bins in our garage. I need at least two…we have a lot of crap!
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I love your potting bench. Makes me want one of my own. We could also use the kit to build a storage bench for the garage. I swear the Holiday Decorations multiply by themselves throughout the year.
DIY Done Right! I would build shelves for my Costco tp, paper towels, and tissue purchases.
DIY Done right! Definitely garage storage!
DIY Done Right! We need a workbench for our mess of a garage
DIY done right! I would like to build some bookshelves for my family room. Always need more of those!
“DIY Done Right!” Totally build a workbench for the garage! It’s needed…
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New shed could use a shelving unit!!!! Or we could get fancy and build some shelves for our nursery!!!!
DIY done right!! A storage bench for the garage!
DIY Done Right! I would make either a tool bench or a raised garden bed. I could use a raised flower bed at my front window, or a raised veggie garden out back!
DIY done right! Our basement needs this! SO many possibilities…crafts, tools, paint…all of the above?
Diy done right! ! I’d build some garage storage with my hubby!
DIY done right! I’d soooo do the potting bench!
Cute idea!
xo – kb
DIY Done Right! We definitely need a workbench. 😉
DIY Done Right! I would build a potting station just like yours! We finally bought our first saw and sander, so I think this is the perfect first project!!
DIY Done Right! My son has a really small closet and I would love to build shelves/shelving unit for his clothes
DIY Done Right! We need some shelves in our pool storage room…maybe I could use the kit for that!
DIY done right! my husband and I would make a new toy box with shelving for all the toys.
DIY Done Right! Even just a set of shelves would help improve our garage organization.
DIY done right!
I would make storage shelves for our garage
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I would build some shelves in our shed to hold all of our beach toys!
DIY Done Right! Oh man, we so need to build some storage units in the garage!
“DIY Done Right” I would make a storage shelving unit for my basement.
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workbench, workbench oh and workbench….well need only one but now it’s become a mantra 🙂
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That potting bench is choice! I could also go with some basement organization. Possibilities are endless!
Thanks,
Hallie.
DIY done right! I would make some pantry storage for our garage – we need more shelving!
DIY done right! I’ve been wanting an outdoor station like this on the side of our laundry shed! =)
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Garage storage… But beyond basic, for a super special project. Hubs brews beer and his poor brew space is overrun with random projects (mine), half empty cans of paint (also mine), bikes, sport balls of every type (monster #3). We need to tidy it up so he can continue his hobby, (when he has time after working on my hobbies!).
DIY DONE RIGHT!! i would totally have jhubs build me a potting bench, we had space for pots and such on a shelving unit he build but now we’ve reorganized and its all in a cabinet that’s too high and deep for me to reach the back of… love this!!!
DIY Done Right = basement shelves!!!
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I’d build some storage for my paint and tools!
DIY DONE RIGHT! I would build a storage unit for my garage. We majorly need some organization in there!
DIY done right!!!! I would also build a potting bench- I’m in desperate need… Plus it could double as an outdoor bar for barbecues. 😀
I would use this to make some shelves in our junk closet.
DIY Done Right! My husband would LOVE a workbench for our garage, so that’s what I’d do/give him to do. 😉
DIY done right! I need a garage workbench.
DIY done right! We would build a shelf for storage in our basement.
Diy done right!! Living in a house with no garage, I would totally build an epic shelving unit for out laundry room!!
DIY done right! I could use some shelving built for our closets/attic storage.
DIY done right. We definitely need more garage storage.
“DIY Done Right!” Ibuild a workbench for the garage! It’s needed…
DIY Done Right! I’d build some basement storage
diy done right! i think i’d build a toolbench.
DIY Done Right! We would build some storage shelves.
“DIY Done Right!” I love your potting bench especially with the trap door 🙂 It would be nice to organize my gardening tools.
DIY Done Right! I would build a workbench because I REALLY need a place to put my tools and I’d like to be able to build things somewhere other than the floor of my garage!
DIY Done right!! I would build a potting bench! I need one soooo bad!