Simple Modern Outdoor Chair
Stylish modern wood outdoor chairs in a compact footprint! Reclined seat and back for comfort, wide armrests. Fits a standard size chair pad. These chairs are smaller in size, more of the size of a dining chair, not oversized like a living room chair.
Specifications
| Project type | Outdoor Seating, Lounging and Accents |
|---|---|
| Room | Outdoor |
| Style | Modern Style Furniture Plans |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Estimated cost | $20 - $50 |
Dimensions
Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.
Shopping List
- 2 - 2x4 @ 10 feet long
- 2 - 1x4 @ 10 feet long
- 36 - 2-1/2" pocket hole screws for exterior use (can be used as the "longer screws" in this plan)
- 40 - self tapping (star bit) exterior screws, length at least 1-1/2" long (used for attaching the back and seat slats to the frame, referred to as shorter screws in plans)
Cut List
- 4 - 2x4 @ 20-1/2" (for use with a dining table, cut at 24") - legs
- 2 - 2x4 @ 27-3/4" - arm rests
- 2 - 2x4 @ 24-3/4" - side supports
- 2 - 2x4 @ 20-1/2" - front/back aprons
- 3 - 2x2 @ 20-1/2" - seat supports
- 5 - 1x4 @ 25-1/2" - back slats
- 5 - 1x4 @ 20" - seat slats
Cut the longest boards first to make sure you get all your cuts out of the boards called for in the shopping list
Tools
- measuring tape
- square
- pencil
- safety glasses
- hearing protection
- kreg-jig
- drill
- compound miter saw
- sander
Step-by-step Instructions
Step 1
Build the arms using the longer screws (or Kreg Jig on the 1-1/2" setting with 2-1/2" exterior pocket hole screws). The two legs are built identical.
Step 2
Drill two 1-1/2" pocket holes on each end of all the boards in this step, and attach with 2-1/2" exterior pocket hole screws.
Step 3
Attach the 2x2 seat cleat with pocket hole screws inside the chair frame, place screws on bottom or sides (NOT top to prevent water pooling inside the pocket hole)
Step 4
Lay out the chair back and attach to the chair back base with the shorter screws.
Step 5
Set the chair back inside the chair, leaving a small gap for water drainage from the seat base 2x2. Attach with the longer screws to the arms.
Step 6
Lay the seat slats inside the chair and attach with the shorter screws, two screws per joint, with 1/2" spacing in between.
Finishing
Sand all surfaces, starting with a medium grit and finishing with fine. Wipe off the dust, fill any holes or gaps with wood filler, and sand smooth once dry. Apply primer if you're painting, then finish with your choice of paint or stain and seal with a durable clear topcoat. For outdoor projects, use exterior-rated primer, paint or stain, and sealer so the piece stands up to the weather.
Source (temporary): https://www.ana-white.com/woodworking-projects/simple-modern-outdoor-chair