Are you looking for a unique and functional addition to your home or garden? A DIY bench crafted from a repurposed computer hutch might just be the perfect project for you! With barely any tools, some paint, and a bit of imagination, you can transform a forgotten hutch into a charming bench that serves as a cozy spot for an entryway.
How did this project start? Well, I wanted a farmhouse style pew for my entryway.I searched antique malls and thrift stores for pews, and I did find a few, but not for less than $500!
Joanna Gaines and her show “Fixer Upper” has surely raised the popularity of anything old and vintage, as well as the price!
I became a little discouraged in my search for the perfect bench, until I stumbled upon something at a local thrift store I knew I could up cycle.
Repurposing a computer hutch to a pew or bench
Any ideas what this is?
Here is my $10 thrift score! This “bench” used to be the top of a computer hutch. Something about this piece made me stop and do a double take.
I had an “aha” moment when I realized that it wouldn’t take much work to up cycle this from an old computer hutch to a beautiful bench.
All I had to do was remove the top shelf and suddenly I could repurpose this into a great DIY bench!
It was in great condition, very solid, and durable enough for someone to sit on. YAY, it was time for a new project.
I didn’t like the yellow beige color so I painted it a lighter white. I used a little dark wax to distress it. Now that my new entryway bench was done, I still needed a grand entryway statement piece.
One day as I was driving up the highway I saw a perfect, chippy, historical door sitting out front of an antique shop. That was it!
I was finally creating my MODERN FARMHOUSE ENTRYWAY with the perfect thrifted find.
By the way, don’t throw away any old pillows. I had a tip from a friend on Instagram about ordering cheap pillow covers from Amazon. This “Home Sweet Home” cover was super affordable!
My new entryway with a DIY bench from an old computer hutch
If you have a ton of dated pillows, head to Amazon and order some new ones. For a few bucks you can transform your entire space!
I hope this post has inspired you to create a space that makes you smile when you walk through the door. After all, your home should be a happy place, and a happy attitude is the key to all of it!
Lindsey *
