Garden Chair – Free DIY Plans

If you want to learn more about how to build a garden chair for your patio, you have to take a close look over the free plans in the article. This chair is super sturdy, so you don’t have to worry if you are a big guy or gal. This outdoor chair is also easy to build as you only need a saw and a screwdriver to get the job done. The plans are free, come with 3D step by step diagrams and lots of instructions. PDF download and Print friendly.

If you want to get the job done in a professional manner, we recommend you to plan everything with attention, as to prevent costly mistakes and to build a professional diy chair. Invest in high quality materials, such as cedar, pine or redwood, as the bench will be exposed to all kinds of weather. Apply a few coats of paint over the components, to enhance their appearance and to protect them from bad weather.

Garden Chair – Free DIY Plans

Building an outdoor chair

Materials

• A – 2 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 23″ long, 2 pieces – 24 3/4″ long LEGS
• B – 2 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 27″ long, 3 pieces – 18″ long SEAT FRAME
• C – 2 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 21 3/4″ long, 2 pieces of 1×4 lumber – 22 1/4″ long ARMRESTS
• D – 2 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 24″ long BACKREST SUPPORTS
• E – 4 pieces of 1×4 lumber – 27″ long SEAT
• F – 5 pieces of 1×4 lumber – 24″ long BACKREST

• 5 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 8 ft
• 3 pieces of 1×4 lumber – 8 ft
• 50 pieces of 1 5/8″ screws
• 50 pieces of 2 1/2″ screws
• wood glue, stain/paint

Tools

• Hammer, Tape measure, Carpentry square
• Miter saw, Drill machinery, Screwdriver, Sander, Router
• Safety Gloves, Safety Glasses, Respiratory Mask

Time

• One day

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Components for the sides

The first step of the project is to build the sides for the garden chair. Use 2×4 lumber for the legs and armrests. Use a miter saw to make the angle cuts. Smooth the cut edges with sandpaper.

Assembling the sides for the bench

Lay the components on a level surface. Align the edges as shown in the diagram. Add glue to the joints, drill pilot holes and insert 2 1/2″ screws to assemble the sides thoroughly.

Seat support

Next, we will need to seat frame. Use 2×4 lumber for the components. Cut the 3 supports as shown in the diagram. Use a miter saw to make the 15 degree angle cut.

Building the frame for the seat

Lay all the components on a level surface and align the edges flush. Add glue to the joints and make sure the corners are square. Drill pilot holes and insert 3 1/2″ screws to assemble the seat frame.

Assembling the garden chair

Next, attach the sides to the seat frame. Align the edges flush. Drill pilot holes through the frame and insert 2 1/2″ screws into the legs. Leave no gaps between the components. Use a spirit level to check if the seat is horizontal and make sure the corners are square.

Fitting the backrest slats

Use 2×4 lumber for the backrest supports. Drill pilot holes and insert 2 1/2″ screws into the seat frame. Use a jigsaw to round the exposed corner of the supports.

Fitting the seat slats

Use 1×4 slats for the seat. Align the first slat flush to the front of the seat. Drill pilot holes and insert 1 5/8″ screws to lock the slats into place tightly. Fit 1/2″ plywood between the slats to create even gaps.

Backrest slats

Fit the 1×4 slats to the back of the garden wood chair. Fit 1/2″ plywood spacers between the slats to create even gaps. Drill pilot holes and insert 1 5/8″ screws to lock the slats to the supports tightly.

Fitting the armrests

Use 1×4 lumber for the armrests. Use a jigsaw to make the cuts to the slats, as shown in the diagram. Use 1 5/8″ screws to lock the slats into place tightly.

Large double chair- side view

Garden chair plans

This is a super sturdy chair that is the perfect addition to the patio. If you are like me, you value time in the garden and time spent with the loved ones. Build a few chairs and create an area for relaxation with a very small investment. If you apply the right products over the wood, you will enjoy using these chairs for many, many years in a row.

How to build a garden chair

We recommend you to check if the components are locked into place properly and structure is rigid enough for your garden. Make sure there are no protruding screws or sharp edges. Sand the chair with 150 grit sandpaper until everything is smooth.

PRO TIP: Apply several coats of paint or stain over the components, in order to protect them from decay. Check out the rest of the project to learn more about building diy projects. Since you are here, you should check my patio bench plans, as well.

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