Hey friends, remember that outdoor sofa I shared? Let's build the matching outdoor chairs!
This build will probably look pretty familiar--at least for the first part. Since these chairs and the sofa are a matching set, they're built very similarly. But these chairs are an even quicker and easier build ;)
I hope you enjoy watching them come together and if you want the plans to build your own, grab them below.
Grab the printable building plans here: https://woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/collections/outdoor/products/outdoor-chair-plans
Check out additional project details here: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/diy-chunky-outdoor-chair/
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Helpful resources for this project:
How to use a pocket hole jig: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-use-pocket-hole-jig/
How to shop for and buy lumber: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-buy-lumber/
Tools & Materials:
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Tools:
Miter Saw: https://homedepot.sjv.io/b3DkDx
Drill/Driver: https://homedepot.sjv.io/Aoo6Ya
Standard Pocket Hole Jig: https://amzn.to/32eoPBY
Kreg XL Pocket Hole Jig: https://amzn.to/3MR78fq
Sander
Materials:
(2) 4x4x8 posts
(1) 1x2x8 board
(3) 2x4x8 boards
4″ XL exterior pocket hole screws: https://amzn.to/43PH9vR
2 ½” exterior wood screws
2 ½” exterior pocket hole screws: https://amzn.to/3N2hsSd
4 ½” long timber screws or lag screws: https://amzn.to/3WY63qR
Wood Glue (exterior rated)
(1) 24″ x 24″ seat & back cushion set (optional): https://amzn.to/3MWRoI8
Exterior Wood Finish: https://amzn.to/3CkvGbX
Levelers: https://amzn.to/46tdjzr
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:04 Building Outdoor Chair Side Frames
03:12 Attaching Back Frame Posts
03:47 Installing Back Slat Supports
05:19 Applying Outdoor Sealer
05:45 Installing Seat Slats and Supports
07:06 Installing Back Slats
08:26 Installing Levelers
10:36 FINAL REVEAL Outdoor Chairs