I started with the simple white outdoor sofa, then the factory cart table, adirondack stool, and 2 simple outdoor lounge chairs. Wow! This was my first adventure making furniture. All in all it took me about a month to make everything in my spare time. I made a few mistakes along the way, all part of the learning curve. But definitely learned so much from this site. I am forever grateful to you, Ana.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
Total cost for all about $150 for all 5 pieces of furniture
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
I primed and painted with exterior latex (3 coats). All the furniture is on a covered back deck. I did not use cedar or any other better suited outdoor wood due to cost and the fact that all the furniture is well protected from the elements. I made the cushions for the sofa, but bought the chair cushions from Home Decorators.
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project
Comments
bhoppy
Thu, 05/31/2012 - 05:53
beautiful!!
You did an amazing job and I just love the happy colors you chose:-)
Utopia_mom
Thu, 05/31/2012 - 06:00
Thank you bhoppy! I wanted
Thank you bhoppy! I wanted colors that contrasted with all the blue-grey on the deck. It was so much fun.
BJ D
Mon, 06/04/2012 - 06:36
iron looking pieces on corners
What did you use? Painted angle brackets?
Utopia_mom
Mon, 06/04/2012 - 07:10
factory cart
Yes, for the factory cart I painted angle brackets black. I also painted the caster wheels that I got from Tractor Supply.
jlsillito
Sat, 05/25/2013 - 10:22
Sofa cushions
What width foam did you use for your cushions? I've been wanting to make some outdoor furniture, but the price of foam is holding me back. I've found 3" for a reasonable price, I just don't know if that will be thick enough.
Utopia_mom
Sat, 05/25/2013 - 12:17
I used a 4" foam, but I think
I used a 4" foam, but I think you could easily use 3". I know foam is not cheap. I shopped online for foam suppliers and found a pretty good deal... much cheaper than local fabric stores.
VC
Sat, 07/13/2013 - 16:19
plan alterations?
This is beautiful! I'm planning to make the chairs and I'm wondering if you changed the plans at all, especially any dimensions? Maybe it is just the angle, but the arms look a little lower, which I love. If you can let us know what you did, I would really appreciate it!
Thanks!