Finally getting around to sharing the free plans for this cedar swinging bench. If you follow me on Instagram then you’ve already seen the bench in action (if not follow me here for sneak peeks). My kids have really taken a liking to this new toy and I’m so happy I finally built it:
I used almost all 1×4 cedar boards for this swinging bench and left the wood natural to grey out in the elements.
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We have a giant tree with a horizontal limb that was truly meant for a swinging bench. I used a bowline knot both up around the tree and at the chain connection with spring loaded carabiner. On the bench arms I used long screw eyes with locking quick links to connect the 
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chain.
Be sure to read through the entire build before beginning and always follow all safety precautions when operating power tools.
To make the curved edges trace around a small paint can then use a jigsaw to cut out the curve.
I suggest attaching the arms in as many places as you can for added strength and support. Use pocket holes at the back side and countersunk screws on the interior frame.
Your hanging method will depend on your situation, just be sure it’s sound and secure.
Julie Spear says
June 26, 2016 at 3:21 PMThis turned out REALLY beautiful, Jaime!! Thanks for sharing the plans, you are SO awesome!
Kim @ NewlyWoodwards says
June 27, 2016 at 2:03 AMThis is just gorgeous, Jaime!
Michelle says
December 6, 2018 at 2:11 PMI dont know how to convert to a word document, and the last thing I can read on the cut list is 2-1×2 @ 213/4″ (arm base support).
Can you tell me what comes after that. I see half of something, but can’t read it and don’t know if anything is beneath that.
Jaime says
December 6, 2018 at 2:28 PMHi Michelle, thank you for alerting me to the cut off plans. I will reformat and upload shortly. In the meanwhile after the arm base support is 2 – 1×4 @ 23 1/4″ (arms) and that is the last item in the cut list. My apologies for the format issues. Good luck with your project.
Chris miller says
May 7, 2019 at 6:19 PMWhat are the dia of the screws you used to attach boards to the end. My boards keep splitting 🙁
Jaime says
May 12, 2019 at 8:02 AMHi Chris, I believe the screws are #8 but you could use #6 or predrill to prevent splitting.