Entryway Bench Part 9 - The Finished Product

Here's the finished Entryway bench in its natural habitat!  The bench is a perfectly snug fit and was quickly accepted by local shoes, boots and sandals.

The lid will stay open at any angle thanks to torsion hinges from Rockler.  I had originally intended for cheapo piano hinges but realized that the back legs are mounted proud of the the back surface and would block the piano hinge from opening.

 And a pillow, because nothing is complete in our house without a pillow or 2 ...or 3.

What did I learn from this project:

1. Take your time.
2. Using templates is fun.
3. I need sharper chisels.
4. Take into account anything that sticks out when adding hinges.
5. Applying poly in a 2 inch gap is hard.
6. Sanding is a good way to relax after work.
7. Poplar isn't just for painting anymore.
8. I like little details like curves that match on the top and bottom of a bench.
9. Seven year olds think that polyurethane sanded to10,000 grit looks and feels "oily".

Cheers!

-G