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Entryway Bench Plans with Shoe Shelf

A 36″ entry bench with 4x4 legs, a two-board 2x6 seat and a lower shelf for shoes. Sized to fit a small hallway or mudroom.

36″ W × 14″ D × 18″ H19 pieces30 screwsFurniture
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3D model of the entryway bench
36″ × 14″ × 18″ entry bench: 4x4 legs, 2x4 aprons, dual 2x6 seat slats, and lower shoe shelf.

Cut list

Identical pieces are grouped. Lengths are finished lengths in inches.

QtyMaterialSizeCutsPieces
4×4x416.5″Square (90°)Legs
4×2x49″Square (90°)2× Aprons2× Stretchers
4×2x434″Square (90°)2× Aprons2× Stretchers
2×2x636″Square (90°)Seat Slats
5×2x412″Square (90°)Shoe Slats

Lumber shopping list

Board counts are optimized from standard stock lengths and include a 1/8″ saw kerf per cut.

Tools you need

Assembly steps

  1. Frame Assembly
    4× Leg (4x4, 16.5″) 2× Apron (2x4, 9″) 2× Stretcher (2x4, 9″) 2× Apron (2x4, 34″) 2× Stretcher (2x4, 34″)
  2. Top & Finishing Assembly
    2× Seat Slat (2x6, 36″) 5× Shoe Slat (2x4, 12″)
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FAQ

How much lumber do I need for this entryway bench?

1× 4x4 × 8′, 3× 2x4 × 8′, 1× 2x6 × 8′. That is 5 boards in total, optimized from standard stock lengths with a 1/8″ saw kerf.

What screws should I use?

The plan uses 30 wood screws (2-1/2″). Use exterior-rated screws for outdoor builds.

Can I customize or modify this plan?

Yes. Open it in the free BenchBuild 3D studio to freely modify the model, resize parts, add pieces, or change lumber dimensions. Your cut list, board count and cost estimate update automatically.

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