The idea was inspired by this concrete patio bench we've featured before, but DIY blog The Basement made it easier. She used 12 cinder blocks and four 4x4 wooden planks—sanded and varnished, so ...

Build a basic garden bench with a stack of cinder blocks topped with painted wood planks. Add some pillows to your bench to help you relax and enjoy your backyard plantings. Here, 8x8-inch half ...