{"id":10310,"date":"2026-02-02T00:53:01","date_gmt":"2026-02-02T06:53:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kovifabrics.com\/blog\/?p=10310"},"modified":"2026-02-02T00:54:58","modified_gmt":"2026-02-02T06:54:58","slug":"diy-video-tutorial-how-to-make-a-mid-century-bench-w-upholstered-seating","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kovifabrics.com\/blog\/diy-video-tutorial-how-to-make-a-mid-century-bench-w-upholstered-seating\/","title":{"rendered":"DIY VIDEO TUTORIAL \u2013 How to Make a Mid Century Bench w\/Upholstered Seating"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"MID CENTURY BENCH SEAT | Coffee Table Conversion Uphostery Tutorial\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5DHEaKGvaC0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Creating&nbsp;a&nbsp;mid-century&nbsp;modern&nbsp;bench&nbsp;with&nbsp;a&nbsp;cushioned&nbsp;top&nbsp;combines&nbsp;sleek,&nbsp;timeless&nbsp;design&nbsp;with&nbsp;practical&nbsp;comfort.&nbsp;Here&nbsp;is&nbsp;a&nbsp;complete&nbsp;guide&nbsp;integrating&nbsp;framework&nbsp;construction,&nbsp;cushioned&nbsp;upholstery,&nbsp;and&nbsp;finishing&nbsp;details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"materials-needed\">Materials&nbsp;Needed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Wood&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;Structural&nbsp;Components<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pine,\u00a0Oak,\u00a0or\u00a0Maple\u00a0boards\u00a0for\u00a0the\u00a0bench\u00a0top\u00a0(2\u00d76\u00a0or\u00a01\u00d76\u00a0depending\u00a0on\u00a0preference)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pine\u00a0or\u00a0hardwood\u00a0for\u00a0legs\u00a0and\u00a0stretchers\/supports\u00a0(commonly\u00a02\u00d74\u00a0or\u00a02\u00d710\u00a0sizes)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Screws\u00a0(2\u20132.5\u2033\u00a0wood\u00a0screws)\u00a0and\u00a0wood\u00a0glue<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Optional:\u00a0pocket\u00a0hole\u00a0screws\u00a0for\u00a0joinery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cushioning&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;Upholstery<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Foam\u00a0padding\u00a0(2\u20133\u2033\u00a0thick,\u00a0high-density\u00a0for\u00a0durability)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Batting\u00a0(optional,\u00a0for\u00a0softer\u00a0edges)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upholstery\u00a0fabric\u00a0or\u00a0faux\u00a0leather<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spray\u00a0adhesive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Staple\u00a0gun\u00a0(pneumatic\u00a0preferred\u00a0for\u00a0firm\u00a0staples)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Particle\u00a0board\u00a0(for\u00a0cushion\u00a0base)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Finishing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sandpaper\u00a0(80,\u00a0120,\u00a0150,\u00a0220\u00a0grit)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wood\u00a0stain\u00a0or\u00a0paint\u00a0(gel\u00a0stain\u00a0recommended\u00a0for\u00a0even\u00a0coverage)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Polyurethane\u00a0or\u00a0spray\u00a0lacquer\u00a0for\u00a0topcoat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wood\u00a0filler\u00a0for\u00a0holes\u00a0or\u00a0imperfections<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tools\">Tools<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tape\u00a0measure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Miter\u00a0saw,\u00a0Table\u00a0saw,\u00a0or\u00a0Circular\u00a0saw<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drill\u00a0and\u00a0drill\u00a0bits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pocket\u00a0hole\u00a0jig\u00a0(optional\u00a0for\u00a0clean\u00a0joinery)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clamps\u00a0&amp;\u00a0bar\u00a0clamps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Orbital\u00a0sander<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Utility\u00a0knife\u00a0&amp;\u00a0scissors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-by-step-instructions\">Step-by-Step&nbsp;Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-1-determine-dimensions\">Step&nbsp;1:&nbsp;Determine&nbsp;Dimensions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Measure\u00a0the\u00a0desired\u00a0bench\u00a0length,\u00a0width,\u00a0and\u00a0height\u00a0(common\u00a0mid-century\u00a0bench:\u00a0~76\u2033\u00a0long\u00a0\u00d7\u00a015\u2033\u00a0wide\u00a0\u00d7\u00a017\u201318\u2033\u00a0tall).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Account\u00a0for\u00a0foam\u00a0thickness\u00a0and\u00a0upholstery\u00a0in\u00a0total\u00a0height.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-2-cut-wood-for-bench-frame\">Step&nbsp;2:&nbsp;Cut&nbsp;Wood&nbsp;for&nbsp;Bench&nbsp;Frame<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cut\u00a0bench\u00a0top\u00a0boards\u00a0(e.g.,\u00a02\u00d76s)\u00a0to\u00a0length.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rip\u00a0edges\u00a0for\u00a0straight\u00a0edges\u00a0if\u00a0necessary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cut\u00a0legs\u00a0from\u00a02\u00d710\u00a0or\u00a02\u00d74\u00a0boards\u00a0to\u00a0desired\u00a0height.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cut\u00a0stretchers\/supports\u00a0to\u00a0fit\u00a0between\u00a0legs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-3-assemble-bench-frame\">Step&nbsp;3:&nbsp;Assemble&nbsp;Bench&nbsp;Frame<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Drill\u00a0pocket\u00a0holes\u00a0or\u00a0pre-drill\u00a0for\u00a0screws.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attach\u00a0legs\u00a0to\u00a0bench\u00a0top\u00a0using\u00a0screws\u00a0and\u00a0wood\u00a0glue.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add\u00a0stretchers\u00a0and\u00a0supports\u00a0for\u00a0stability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure\u00a0all\u00a0corners\u00a0are\u00a0square\u00a0using\u00a0a\u00a0speed\u00a0square\u00a0before\u00a0tightening\u00a0screws.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-4-sand-and-finish-frame\">Step&nbsp;4:&nbsp;Sand&nbsp;and&nbsp;Finish&nbsp;Frame<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sand\u00a0all\u00a0edges\u00a0smooth,\u00a0starting\u00a0with\u00a0coarser\u00a0grits\u00a0(80\u2013120)\u00a0and\u00a0finishing\u00a0with\u00a0finer\u00a0grit\u00a0(220).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply\u00a0stain\u00a0or\u00a0paint\u00a0as\u00a0desired.\u00a0Use\u00a0a\u00a0gel\u00a0stain\u00a0for\u00a0uneven\u00a0wood\u00a0colors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After\u00a0drying,\u00a0seal\u00a0with\u00a0polyurethane\u00a0or\u00a0lacquer\u00a0(2\u20135\u00a0coats\u00a0recommended),\u00a0allowing\u00a0proper\u00a0drying\u00a0time\u00a0between\u00a0coats.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-5-prepare-cushion-base\">Step&nbsp;5:&nbsp;Prepare&nbsp;Cushion&nbsp;Base<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cut\u00a0particle\u00a0board\u00a0to\u00a0match\u00a0bench\u00a0top\u00a0dimensions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cut\u00a0foam\u00a0padding\u00a0slightly\u00a0smaller\u00a0than\u00a0bench\u00a0top\u00a0for\u00a0neat\u00a0edges.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Place\u00a0batting\u00a0over\u00a0foam\u00a0for\u00a0extra\u00a0softness.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-6-upholster-cushion\">Step&nbsp;6:&nbsp;Upholster&nbsp;Cushion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Center\u00a0foam\u00a0and\u00a0batting\u00a0on\u00a0top\u00a0of\u00a0particle\u00a0board.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cut\u00a0fabric\u00a0with\u00a0allowances\u00a0on\u00a0all\u00a0sides.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pull\u00a0fabric\u00a0taut\u00a0and\u00a0staple\u00a0to\u00a0the\u00a0underside\u00a0of\u00a0the\u00a0particle\u00a0board,\u00a0starting\u00a0with\u00a0short\u00a0sides,\u00a0then\u00a0long\u00a0sides.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fold\u00a0corners\u00a0neatly\u00a0for\u00a0a\u00a0professional\u00a0look.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-7-attach-cushioned-top\">Step&nbsp;7:&nbsp;Attach&nbsp;Cushioned&nbsp;Top<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Center\u00a0the\u00a0upholstered\u00a0cushion\u00a0on\u00a0the\u00a0finished\u00a0bench\u00a0frame.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Secure\u00a0using\u00a0screws\u00a0through\u00a0pre-drilled\u00a0holes\u00a0in\u00a0corners\u00a0or\u00a0along\u00a0sides\u00a0(washers\u00a0recommended\u00a0to\u00a0prevent\u00a0tearing\u00a0fabric).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"optional-enhancements\">Optional&nbsp;Enhancements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Add\u00a0trim\u00a0pieces\u00a0around\u00a0cushion\u00a0for\u00a0aesthetic\u00a0finish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use\u00a0angled,\u00a0tapered\u00a0legs\u00a0characteristic\u00a0of\u00a0mid-century\u00a0design.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add\u00a0spacer\u00a0boards\u00a0beneath\u00a0the\u00a0cushion\u00a0to\u00a0resemble\u00a0the\u00a0slatted\u00a0look\u00a0of\u00a0George\u00a0Nelson\u00a0benches.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-8-final-touches\">Step&nbsp;8:&nbsp;Final&nbsp;Touches<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check\u00a0stability\u00a0and\u00a0level\u00a0on\u00a0flat\u00a0surface.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add\u00a0felt\u00a0pads\u00a0to\u00a0leg\u00a0bottoms\u00a0if\u00a0placed\u00a0over\u00a0hardwood\u00a0floors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure\u00a0all\u00a0edges\u00a0are\u00a0smooth\u00a0and\u00a0glove-tested\u00a0for\u00a0comfort.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>By&nbsp;following&nbsp;these&nbsp;steps,&nbsp;you&nbsp;will&nbsp;have&nbsp;a&nbsp;<strong>durable,&nbsp;stylish&nbsp;mid-century&nbsp;modern&nbsp;bench&nbsp;with&nbsp;a&nbsp;cushioned&nbsp;top<\/strong>&nbsp;that&nbsp;balances&nbsp;aesthetic&nbsp;appeal&nbsp;with&nbsp;functional&nbsp;comfort.&nbsp;This&nbsp;bench&nbsp;can&nbsp;be&nbsp;used&nbsp;as&nbsp;seating&nbsp;for&nbsp;a&nbsp;dining&nbsp;table,&nbsp;an&nbsp;entryway&nbsp;piece,&nbsp;or&nbsp;a&nbsp;stylish&nbsp;living&nbsp;room&nbsp;accent.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Creating&nbsp;a&nbsp;mid-century&nbsp;modern&nbsp;bench&nbsp;with&nbsp;a&nbsp;cushioned&nbsp;top&nbsp;combines&nbsp;sleek,&nbsp;timeless&nbsp;design&nbsp;with&nbsp;practical&nbsp;comfort.&nbsp;Here&nbsp;is&nbsp;a&nbsp;complete&nbsp;guide&nbsp;integrating&nbsp;framework&nbsp;construction,&nbsp;cushioned&nbsp;upholstery,&nbsp;and&nbsp;finishing&nbsp;details. 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