Crafting a Custom Bench

In Missouri, Master Craftsman Andy Mast is working on a custom bench using part of a tree incorporated into a stairwell. He discusses measurements and planning with his son Irvin, highlighting the unique challenges of crafting this type of furniture. Andy enjoys the creative process and envisions the bench being used by families in Colorado, appreciating the natural beauty around them.

What is the height of the back of the custom bench that Andy is working on?

• 15 inches

• 18 and 1/12 inches

• 20 inches

• 22 inches

What is Andy's son Irvin helping him with?

• Painting the bench

• Cutting the log

• Polishing the wood

• Designing the stairwell

What challenge does Andy face while working on the bench?

• Painting the bench

• Finding the right wood

• Transporting the bench

• Using different tools and techniques

What does Andy enjoy about this project?

• The speed of completion

• The challenge and creativity involved

• The use of traditional tools

• The simplicity of the design

What does Andy imagine people doing on the bench?

• Sleeping

• Reading books

• Sitting with family and enjoying the view

• Having a picnic

Where is the bench being shipped to?

• Colorado

• New York

• California

• Texas

What does Andy hope for the future of the bench?

• It will be displayed in a museum

• It will be sold at an auction

• It will be used for a few years

• It will be enjoyed for many years