Since the wood for each seat or bench is the same length they are easy to make.
Cast iron garden bench restoration.
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I have the same bench did a restoration in 2006 but used m6 round head bolts and used the original self tappers for the straps this time will be using m8.
The edwardian cast iron and wood garden bench we are restoring in the step by step guide below had been ignored for far too long.
The cast iron was the only thing sitting too close to the edge and it got wet.
Plan on replacing it since it may be rusty and new hardware is better here.
When this happens the only way to restore functionality and an attractive appearance to the bench is to replace the slats.
It s one of those benches with the cast iron ends legs and wooden slats for the seating surface.
How to restore a wood and metal garden bench.
Disassemble the entire garden bench before you do anything else.
Garden benches are an attractive addition to your yard or garden but over time weather will take its toll on the wooden slats of the bench.
This will make the project much easier to complete.
1 remove all old bolts and hardware from the cast iron bench ends.
You can try crc or a similar product or use the hacksaw to cut through the bolts.
Sitting in obscurity at the end of the garden it was covered in fallen leaves moss and algae and some of the wooden slats were rotted beyond salvation.
Here are some details for a restoration like this.
Naturally it rusted again.
I recently salvaged a garden bench from a neighbors heavy trash.
Stylish and sturdy cast iron benches with wooden slats are long lasting components in the backyard garden or patio.
How to restore a cast iron bench.
These benches are available for purchase through city auctions because of city renovations or at lawn and garden stores.
This is best done in stages.
The wood tends to be the weakness in old cast iron garden furniture.
Cast iron and wood seating bench restoration.
Remove all the old hardware screws washers nuts etc.