Outdoor/Patio Bar DIY // Outdoor Living

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[lawson]

So my wife asked me to build a outdoor bar and I found your page. Never thought I was capable to build some of this magnitude from scratch before, but low and behold I DID IT. Wish I could post pics along with a huge thank you.

[vickimontemayor]

So glad I found your channel. I'm 72 years old and am working on deck and landscaping. I need a bar and had priced them and seen other diy. Your's is by far the perfect one for me to attempt. I can hardly wait to go to lumber yard. Thanks so much.😁

[ricardopuente]

Thank you Maura Houston, I just made my own mini bar just like yours following your instructions. I did it all with recycled material and I only spend like 20 for the 2x6 wood for the top and a bottle opener I attached to the side.

[stevegonzales]

Gotta say...I love it!! Looks good and you made the task of building it as well, look simple! Just need to have wife watch it so she can build me one.

[smartbraininternational]

Simple design, managable project, and a fantastic look. Of all the videos I've seen online, this is the only one (so far, at least) that doesn't want to make me cry from the complexity of the build. And, you've explained the entire process, showed that process on video, AND did it all in under 14 minutes. Many thanks for this. Ok, now time to hit the store for some lumber. Wish me luck.

[Tidybuoy]

Great instructional video. I'm making a tiki bar for a party and I am going to use your setup as my starting point. The only change I will make is after I copy yours, I am going to add 8' posts that will go thru the countertop and attach to the sides of the bar. I will then add a roof and cover with palm branches. I love your use of the redwood with the black framing. My whole yard is surrounded with redwood fences so this will blend in perfectly. Thank again!

[graphguy]

I'm going to be honest, I have OCD about having plans, I love your free wheeling style and SUCCESS!

[c.jillallen-hood]

That is a great looking bar! I'm making mine slightly longer for an indoor bar. When I complete mine, I'll post it and my building specifics.

[cancelchannel]

I like the size and simple design, think I mill up some hickory boards and a couple of 2-1/2" slabs for the bar tops 😊

[chrisisnowliftingstuff]

For someone who just winged it it's one of those best looking homemade bars I've seen. I imagine it must extremely sturdy and weigh a ton. That's my concern is that it may get blown over during a storm but that one looks heavy.

[theokimberlymagee]

This thing is absolutely DOPE The colors and the build!!!! Very very nice job.... If you don't already you should build these constantly and sell them!!!!..I'd buy one!!!

[Rook]

Great Job Maura! I really appreciate how clear and concise you made it.

[rustygriswold]

Downloaded your plans from your website and watched this video maybe 20 times. lol. I’m proud to say I have a beautiful outdoor bar thanks to you! Thank you for sharing and simplifying this project. I’m a big fan of pocket holes now too. Hid them all behind the fence boards so I didn’t need to fill them in as I used cedar. Thank you again!

[eljefetainogmailcom]

WHAT IN THE WORLD???? This is AMAZING. I love it. Thank you. Just the idea I was looking for. Thank you thank

[darrylredding]

Nice I'm gonna try it, I'm 54 yrs old haven't done wood work since high school...🙄😄

[madrizz]

This was so informative. I cant wait to see how you incorporate the sink and Fridge:). Thank you for sharing

[kevykev]

Just wanted to say thanks I built one and it came out great chairs and all. Much appreciated

[goatcheese]

Probably the best design bar I ever saw. Gave excellent instructions and it looked beautiful after you finished. Now I know the first thing I will be making. Great video.

[stevemiller]

Love it . Well done. You should be proud of this. Only thing is now my wife wants one just like it.

[RobertLee-hqko]

Thank you for a great design, plans and video. Just finished mine and it turned out better than I expected. I got a little extravagant for the front and side panels and used cedar tongue and grove. They look great and we’re very easy to install. I had been looking for an outdoor bar plan for a while but nothing struck me as both attractive and easy to build until I found yours. Thanks again!