• Deck Bench - You can build this sturdy bench (or a couple benches) in an afternoon. It makes a good edge bench to define the ends of a low deck, or a bench that you can use near a pool's edge or even against a railing. Its clean simple lines would make it fit in with most any decor.

• Folding Bench - A bench with legs that fold under the seat.

• Mendocino Bench - The clean, horizontal lines and rich redwood tones of this bench design reflect the simple beauty of Northern California. Comfortable and elegant with a gracefully curved seat and angled backrest, it offers a standing invitation to sit, relax and enjoy.

• Outdoor Bench - This sturdy bench is perfect for extra seating, setting BBQ equipment on and all sorts of other things. Just name it; this bench can take it.

• Planter Bench - An easy to build bench and planter made from 2x4s and 1x6s.

• Platform Bench - A platform bench combines convenient storage with a generous seating area.

• Saucy Bench - This bench has a stalwart Victorian personality with excellent stability. It will last a lifetime. Plus, it's easy. If you've never built your own garden stuff, this is the perfect entry point.

• Shaker Bench - Four boards and a little space along a wall is all you need for this bench.

• Simple Garden Bench - A few simple pieces of scrap lumber, a well placed log, or a bag of cement, some sand, gravel and an old plank all can function as a garden bench. Low -tech benches look a whole lot better than high - tech ones in most gardens, and are generally more comfortable.

• Tree Bench - Encircle a tree with this hexagon shaped bench made from dimensional lumber.