Build Outdoor Furniture with Recycled Timber
Learn sustainable carpentry skills with this hands-on Home DIY workshop in Sydney. In just one day, you'll design and build your own piece of outdoor furniture using salvaged and recycled timber. Discover how to work confidently with hand and power tools, prepare reclaimed wood, and apply joinery techniques to create something functional and beautiful — like a bench, table, or planter box.
This course is perfect for anyone wanting to create unique outdoor pieces in an eco-conscious way. No previous woodworking experience is required.
Course Outline
- Module 1: Workshop introduction, safety briefing, and benefits of recycled timber
- Module 2: Timber identification, reuse assessments, and project selection
- Module 3: Accurate measuring, tool use, cutting and sanding
- Module 4: Joinery overview, assembly techniques, and project construction
- Module 5: Finishing techniques and final adjustments
Schedule & Venue
- This is a 1-day workshop held from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
- Offered at Redfern and Summer Hill campuses — venue details provided upon enrolment
- Example location: 7 Prospect Road, Summer Hill NSW 2131
Materials Provided
- All recycled timber and fastening materials
- Use of workshop tools and safety gear
- Project design templates
Important Information
- Wear old clothing and closed-in shoes
- Remove jewellery and tie back long hair
- No prior woodworking experience required
Details
You will learn
- Identify and prepare recycled timber for reuse
- Safely use hand and power tools
- Construct and finish a functional furniture piece
You will get
- All necessary recycled materials and fasteners
- Use of tools and safety gear during workshop
- Outdoor furniture piece to take home
Appropriate for
Beginners, renters, homeowners, and DIY enthusiasts interested in sustainable outdoor furniture making with no prior woodworking experience.
Preparation
What to bring
- Closed-in shoes (no heels)
- Clothes you don’t mind getting dirty
- Hair tied back and no jewellery
What to wear
Casual
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
Sydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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