Two friends have completed the construction of a window seat in their home. The project utilized MDF and stock trim purchased from Home Depot and Lowe’s. The friends shared accompanying images of their plans and schematics for selecting materials and building the seat.
Building a window seat can add extra seating and storage while also improving the appearance of a room. A window seat can offer a cozy and tucked away space for reading or relaxing. The materials used for this project include Medium-density fiberboard (MDF) and stock trim. MDF is an engineered wood that is cost-effective, easy to work with and has a smooth, even surface that creates a consistent finish.
Once the materials were purchased and plans were drawn out, the construction process was straightforward. The MDF was cut to size and trimmed with moldings before being assembled into the base of the seat. The finished seat was then painted to match the room’s decor.
Overall, this was a simple DIY project that required only basic carpentry skills and affordable materials. With careful planning and attention to detail, anyone can build a custom window seat in their home.