Modern Outdoor Chair from 2x4s and 2x6s

I’m so sorry if this is a stupid question! I’m in the UK so inches are like a foreign language to me (I love your plans Ana & have created a few pieces - just takes me longer as I always need to convert to cm & mm lol) Could I please check whether the shopping list is for 1 chair or for both?

Also, have any of you ever used a semi-transparent White stain that is suitable for sealing/protecting wood for outdoor use? I’d love an almost white washed look!

"I recommend pefinishing boards before cutting." What does this mean?

These are my dimensions: Seat cushion dimensions: 24”L x 24”W x 5.5”H
Back cushion dimensions: 24”L x 23”W x 8”H

Do I need to adjust the cuts for these sizes?

Hello,
Lovely plans Mrs. White, however I am curious how you were able to only pay 20$ for materials. 4 2x4s, 4 2x6s, a pack of screws and stain ran me close to 70$ at home depot. That is for 1 chair.
Thank you!

I just finished this chair and I love it!!! I did pocket holes to screw the piece all together...took me about 5 hours to complete after I figured out how to use the kreg jig for the pocket screws. Already planning on making the love seat for our back porch.

I have built some. They are heavy lol

Awsome plans. Just completed my first chair. Will stain and then build a matching one as well

GREAT!! This one is useful for me... hope u keep post along the days like this

Just finished my first chair out of a set. When attaching rear top, it has an approx overhang of about 5/8” - which was very uncomfortable on my back.

I just trimmed down to be flush with the rear slats.

Stained with Early American stain and sealed with poly.

I made a slide in table from 1x8x15with a 2x8 screwed on one side of it , it just slides through from the inside between the top two 2x6 and perfect for putting your drink on and can switch sides. I also turned the sides around so that the sides are all level. Awesome plan very easy to make alone. Made two single and two loveseats in two days.

Just finished one chair this afternoon. I used pocket holes for everything so it took the better part of the day. Overall, the chair is very nice. However, the back is too low to provide any support for the pillow cushion. Oh, and I have only seen one comment about how heavy these chairs are. Once assembled, this chair is easily a two-person lift. I would avoid these plans if you were hoping to easily move these chairs around. They are meant to stay put. I would have to guess one chair easily weights over 50lbs and I didn't bother using 5 slates for the seat or the 2x2 rails. I allowed the wood to dry for 3 weeks as well.

I plan on taking these plans and modifying them with 1x4x8 and 1x6x8 instead. I'll have to look at redesigning the back as well so that it is higher. Using 1x will double the cost of every board though, so I'm looking at about $50 per chair now. I can't find cushions under $80 either. Lowe's had some on for $40 but the reviews were absolutely horrible. Total cost of the chair is closer to $130+ now.

In conclusion, these chairs are nice looking. However they are not meant to be moved around. They are meant to remain stationary. I can't image storing two or three of them in a shed over the winter. Finding decent cushions for under $50 is harder than you think it is too.

What color stain did you use on your chairs?

Good project! I really liked the black and white cloth on the pillows.

what kind of wood are you using Ana ?

Do you have a plan for the table in the middle ?

What kind of wood are you using? Just plain 2x4's? We live in the south and it's very humid, hot, sunny, rainy, and we have all kinds of bugs, like termites. Will these stand up to the weather and pests? Do I need to use a certain type of wood specimen so they will last?
Thanks

When you say 'place seat on a slight incline', do you mean incline into the chair (so higher at the knees, lower at the backrest?)

What would be a good selling point for the set?

Ana, is it safe to build this chair with pocket holes (so the screws dont show outside ? if so which screws should we use

Love, love, love my new chair. When I'd ordered my cushions, I'd order the set of 2 (back piece too). After getting it built I realized that the back cushion had no support, so I added on to the chair. And I must say, I look it looks amazing. I'm working on the matching bench now. Can't wait to get all of my chairs built and start using them.

Hi! Love these chairs. Just have two questions:
1. You mention that it's a good idea for added comfort, consider installing the seat at a slight downward angle. How would I do that?
2. Is there a way of making the back trim at the back level with the front edge of the back and the back of the arm ends?
Thanks in advance for any help! :D