Attachment of 2 2x4s

I'm building a 2x4 bench, but would like to add one more 2x4 in front of the one that is there (i.e. 4" face to 4" face). This extra 2x4 will have no structural duties. My question is, where can I attach it and not see the pocket holes from the top or face? The attachment surfaces available are the two ends (2x4 arms there), bottom arms, 2x4 seat support, or from behind. Can you "face nail" with pocket holes?

Sample of what I built: http://woodtalkonline.com/uploads/monthly_02_2013/post-7772-0-63844900-1361228332.jpg.

I added 2x4s under the seat, going front to back. The 2x4 I want to add is at the very front of the seat, going left to right between the arm/leg assembly.

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Permalink Reply by Don Foley on September 29, 2014 at 3:05pm

Hey woofdawg,

If I have this right (I'm thinking you want to add another 2x4 in front of the existing one) I would glue/screw from behind. Drill pilot holes through the existing 2x4 clamp the new one to it and drive 2-1/2" wood screws from behind. While pocket hole joinery is great, I don't see how it would work in this situation.

Don

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Permalink Reply by daddywoofdawg on September 29, 2014 at 11:57pm

ok that was plan B think I'll go with that.

thanks

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