DIY Plans to Build a Quinn Outdoor Chair

A Beautiful Chair for the Outdoors

Hey there! Don’t worry, even though summer is coming to an end, we can still create some amazing chairs for your outdoor space! Introducing the DIY plans for the Quinn Outdoor Chair, which comes with a slatted seat and back. The best part is that the frames for the seat and back are separate and can be easily attached to the side assemblies using screws. It’s a super simple plan, with the only angles to cut being in the back legs. You’ll be surprised at how quickly you can build several of these chairs over a weekend! Oh, and if you’re wondering about the best type of lumber to use, I highly recommend cedar or treated pine. Happy building!

Materials:

• 1-1/4″ pocket hole screws (for outdoor use) (<– affiliate link!)
• 1-1/2″ screws (for outdoor use)
• Wood glue (for outdoor use)
• Sandpaper (100, 150, 220 grits)
• Finishing supplies (primer & paint, or stain, sealer)

Lumber:

• 1 – 1×2 at 8′
• 3 – 1×3 at 8′
• 2 – 1×6 at 8′

Cut List:

• 2 – 1×3 at 28″ – Front Legs
• 2 – 1×3 at 28-1/2″ – Back Legs
• 2 – 1×2 at 24″ – Arms
• 2 – 1×3 at 21-1/2″ – Seat Frame
• 3 – 1×3 at 20-7/8″ – Seat Frame
• 4 – 1×6 at 21-1/2″ – Seat Panks
• 2 – 1×2 at 20″ – Back Frame
• 2 – 1×2 at 18″ – Back Frame
• 1 – 1×2 at 16-1/2″ – Back Frame
• 3 – 1×6 at 21-1/2″ – Back Planks

 

Step One

Cut the pieces for the front legs, the back legs, and the arms. The edge of the arms will be flush with the inside of the legs on one side which will overhang the outside by 3/4″. Mark the position through the top of the arms for the legs and predrill the holes for the screws.

Cut a 5° angle in the top and bottom ends of the back legs. Secure the arm to the legs using glue and 1-1/2″ screws.

Step Two

Cut the pieces for the seat frame. With the pocket hole jig set for 3/4″ material, drill pocket holes in each end of the seat frame sides and the center support. Assemble the frame using glue and 1-1/4″ pocket hole screws.

Step Three

Secure the seat frame to the legs using glue and 1-1/2″ screws through the frame into the legs. Two screws into each leg will be sufficient.

Step Four

Cut the pieces for the seat planks. There will be a 1/8″ gap between the planks. Secure the planks using glue and 1-1/2″ screws.

Step Five

Cut the pieces for the back frame. Drill pocket holes in each end of the top and bottom pieces as well as each end of the center support. Assemble the frame using glue and 1-1/4″ pocket hole screws.

Step Six

Position the back frame on the back legs and arms. The lower edge of the rear of the back frame will be flush with the back edge of the back leg, and will also be positioned 1-1/2″ away from the back edge of the arm. The back frame will rest at an approximate 5° angle.  Secure the frame to the back legs and arms using 1-1/2″ screws.

Step Seven

Cut the pieces for the back planks. There will be a 3/4″ gap between the planks. Secure the planks to the back frame and the support using glue and 1-1/2″ screws.

Finish as desired.

A few of these chairs placed around an outdoor table or around a fire pit would be awesome for a get-together! Have any questions about the DIY plans to build a Quinn Outdoor Chair? Leave a comment below!