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Adirondack chair Project
The chair we are making here is constructed from 150x25 and 100x25 rough-sawn treated pine, all
except the chair arms which are 150x50 dressed or smooth treated pine (finished size 145x45).
Materials List
Part No. Description Size No. req'd
A Chair frame 150x25x1000 2
B Back spacer 100x25x570 1
C Leg 150x25x575 2
D Lower back frame 100x25x620 1
E Back slats 150x25x1000 4
F Arm brace 100x25x180 2
G Seat slats 35x25x620 13
H Arm 145x45x800 2
Upper back frame 150x25x770 1
Front spacer 100x25x620 1
You will also need an exterior type glue, exterior 50mm long screws and 4 10x60 Galvanized coach bolts and washers
Instructions and plans
Click on any of the small plan pictures (thumbnails) on the right of the screen and a larger version will
appear in a popup window. Use these plans for reference.
Step 1.
Cut the two chair frames (a) to the required shape and dimensions as shown in fig.1
Step 2.
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Cut the two legs (c) 150x25x575
Step 3.
Cut the back spacer (b) 100x25x570
Step 4.
Cut the front spacer (j) 100x25x620
Step 5.Make 13 seat slats (g) 35x25x620. These will have to be ripped (cut) from 150x25 using a power saw or
bench saw.
Step 6.
Cut lower back frame (d) to the shape and dimensions as shown in fig.2
Step 7.
Cut upper back frame (i) to the shape and dimensions as shown in fig.3
Step 8.
Cut four back slats (e) to the shapes and dimensions as shown in fig.4 The top shape (rounding) can bechanged to suit your own imagination or artistic flair.
Step 9.
Cut the two arms (h) to the shape and dimensions as shown in fig.5
Step 10.
Cut the two arm braces (f) to the shape and dimensions as shown in fig.5
Step 11.
Assemble chair using view plans for reference. Use exterior type glue and 50mm exterior screws. Use
10mm x 60mm galvanized coach bolts with washers to fix the legs (c) to the chair-frames (a).
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Cape Cod Chair Project
Introduction
This updated version (take 4) of our previous plans highlights the value of user feedback and
contributions. Many of the changes and improvements implemented in this version are as a direct result
of user input.
One of the features of this version is the three options given on how to shape the individual pieces, and
one of these options was contributed by a user.
This style of chair is pretty much universal, and the chair goes by various names depending on the
region. 'Adirondack' chair, 'Cape Cod' chair, and the 'Muskoka' chair appear to be most common, but
there are more.
Description
Our chair is bigger than most similar designs - more substantial and a bit more laidback (by that we
mean the angle of the back recline). Furniture these days tends to be a bit more flimsy than that of
yesteryear. This chair leans more towards the 'old' rather than the 'new'.
It's a chair you can sit comfortably in, kick back and relax.
Measurements
The dimensions given in this project are in both imperial (inches) and metric (mm).
Throughout the script, the imperial measurements are given first, followed by the metric measurements
in brackets ( ).
For example: 2" x 4" (100mm x 50mm).
Note that most countries that use the imperial system generally call the smaller numeral first, for
example: 2" x 4" (2 inches by 4 inches). Most countries that use the metric system generally call the
bigger numeral first, for example: 100mm x 50mm (100 millimetres by 50 millimetres).
For rounding-off purposes, the imperial sizes in this project are not an exact match to the corresponding
metric sizes.
In fact, a structure built using the imperial measurements (inches) will be approximately 1.6% larger than
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the same structure using the metric (mm) measurements - not really worth worrying about.
The imperial measurements are more suited to North America. The metric measurements are more suited
to Australasia and other countries.
The size (width and thickness) of the wood used in this project is the 'actual' (true) size.
That is, the size of the wood after it has been dressed (surfaced, planed and/or seasoned). For example: 1
1/2" x 5 1/2" is ex 2" x 6", and the metric equivalent 140mm x 45mm is ex 150mm x 50mm.
Structure
All the wood used for this project is 3/4" (19mm) thick, with the exception of the arms which are 1 1/2"
(45mm) thick. That is to give a bit of meat to the arms and something substantial to screw the upper back
support to.
What you will need
For the seat sides, legs, back slats, upper back support, and the seat slats you will need...
38ft (11.5m) of 3/4" x 5 1/2" (140mm x 20mm) wood, allowing for a little bit of wastage.
For the front and rear spacers, lower back support, and arm braces you will need...
8ft (2.4m) of 3/4" x 3 1/2" (90mm x 20mm) wood, allowing for a little bit of wastage.
For the arms you will need...
64" (1600mm) of 1 1/2" x 5 1/2" (140mm x 45mm) wood.
Note: When cutting, cut the longer pieces first to minimize wastage.
You will also need...
- Around 90 exterior-type 1 1/2" (38mm) long screws.
- Four 3/8" x 2" (10mm x 50mm) galvanized carriage bolts and washers.
- Exterior-type glue
The cutting list
TEM ID DESCRIPTION STOCK SIZE LENGTH NO. REG'D
a] seat sides 3/4" x 5 1/2" (140mm x 20mm) 39" (975mm) 2
b] rear spacer 3/4" x 3 1/2" (90mm x 20mm) 23 1/4" (580mm) 1
c] legs 3/4" x 5 1/2" (140mm x 20mm) 22 3/4" (570mm) 2
d] lower back support 3/4" x 3 1/2" (90mm x 20mm) 24 3/4" (620mm) 1
e] back slats 3/4" x 5 1/2" (140mm x 20mm) 38" (950mm) 4
f] arm braces 3/4" x 3 1/2" (90mm x 20mm) 7" (175mm) 2
g] seat slats 3/4" x 1 3/8" (35mm x 20mm) 24 3/4" (620mm) 16
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Rip (cut lengthways) from 3/4" x 5 1/2" (140mm x 20mm) stock
h] arms 1 1/2" x 5 1/2" (140mm x 45mm) 32" (800mm) 2
i] upper back support 3/4" x 5 1/2" (140mm x 20mm) 30 3/4" (770mm) 1
j] front spacer 3/4" x 3 1/2" (90mm x 20mm) 24 3/4" (620mm) 1
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864mm x 1118mm.
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Dimensions:For the Kid Sized Chair, overall dimensions are shown above.
Materials and Tools
Shopping List:
1 14, 8 Length
2 12, 8 Length
2 13, 8 Length
Wood GlueWood Filler
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1 1/4 Screws
2 Screws
wood glue
wood filler
120 grit sandpaper
primer
wood conditioner
paint
paint brushTools:
measuring tape
square
pencil
safety glasses
hearing protection
circular saw
igsaw
level
Cut List
Cut List:
2 14 @ 25 1/2 (Stringers)
1 14 @ 15 (Front Apron)
5 12 @ 15 (Seat Slat, Main)
1 13 @ 15 (Seat Slat, Front)
2 13 @ 13 (Front Legs)
2 12 @ 14 1/2 (Arm Supports)
2 13 @ 14 1/2 (Arm Rests)5 13 @ 20 3/4 (Back Slats)
1 12 @ 13 1/2 (Back Trim)
1 14 @ 13 1/2 (Back Apron)
1 12 @ 16 1/2 (Back Support)
General Instructions
Work on a clean levels surface. Use good straight boards. One outdoor projects such as this one, its a good idea to paint
your boards first (or invest in a tiny paint brush to get in between the cracks) so sand and give your boards a nice paint
ob first. Remember, you can click diagrams for larger views. Predrill and countersink all of your screws. I would use ascrew pattern like done here so that your screws look nice and even (and you dont have to finish the chair again after
its assembled) And be safe and have fun!
Step 1
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BENCH MODIFICATIONSBy simply doubling the number of back slats and increasing the seat width, you can get a bench. On the adult version,
you can also create a bench, but you should add a couple of supports that run parallel to the stringers. The kids version
wont need these supports.
Step 2
Mark the front of your stringers as shown in the diagram.
Step 3
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Mark the back of your stringers as shown here. Cut the stringers. Once you get a stringer that you are happy with, use it
as a pattern for the rest of your stringers.
Step 4
FRONT APRON
After you cut your stringers, attach the front apron as shown above with 2 screws and glue. Keep the top edges flush
Step 5
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SEAT SLATS
Attach the seat slates with 1 1/4 screws and glue as shown above
Step 6
LEGS
Attach the front legs as shown above with 1 1/4 screws and glue. The front seat board top will be at a height of 10.
Step 7
ARMS
First attach your arm supports (the 1x2s in yellow above) to the leg tops using a level and 1 1/4 screws. Then attach the
arm rests as shown above.
Step 8
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BACK
Build the back as shown above, using 1 1/4 screws and glue. Leave a 1/4 gap between the back slats. The middle
support board (shown in blue above) will overhang the sides by 1 1/2 on each side.
Step 9
ASSEMBLY
Position your back into the chair, as shown above. An extra hand would be super helpful at this point. When you are
happy with the backs position, screw with 2 screws as shown above.
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Finishing Instructions
Preparation Instructions:
You may wish to add wood filler to screw holes and apply a touch up coat of paint to you chair. Also, spraying with an
exterior varnish or polyurethane will help protect the chair from the elements and would just cost a few dollars and take
a few min
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