Carpinteria

Project 16207EZ:
Adirondack Chair
When we first saw this rustic Adirondack pine chair we were intrigued with the idea, but
we also had some doubts. With the steeply angled back and long curvedseat both slatted,
how comfortable could the chair be? Well, much to our surprise, it is very comfortable.
As a lawn or patio chair, it is something like a chaise lounge, allowing you to
stretch outand relax. The wide arms are ideal for that paper plate picnic lunch and a
tall glass of lemonade.
Best of all, the chair is easy to make. Except for the back slats (I), which are cut from
widerstock on the table saw using a tapering jig, all the remaining parts are made from
3/4" thick common pine boards, and should therefore require no ripping.
Adirondack Chair Materials List
PartDescription Size No. Req’d
A Seat Frame 3/4" x 5-1/2" x 38-1/2" 2
B Front Leg 3/4" x 5-1/2" x 20" 2
C Back Leg 3/4" x 3-1/2" x 25-1/2" 2
D Back Stretcher 3/4" x 3-1/2" x 18-1/2" 1
E Front Stretcher 3/4"x 3-1/2" x 20" 1
F Seat Slat 3/4" x 1-1/2" x 20" 11
G Back Frame (lower) 3/4" x 3-1/2" x 20" 1
H Back Frame (upper) 3/4" x 4-1/2" x 22" 1
I Back Slat As shown. 7
J Arm 3/4" x 7-1/4" x 31" 2
KBrace 3/4" x 3-1/2" x 7-1/2" 2
Adirondack Chair Complete Schematic

Adirondack Chair Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Cut the two seat frame members (A) to length and width.
2. Apply the 18-degreetaper to the back bottom.
3. Transfer the grid pattern illustrated in the auxiliary side view.
4. Use a band or saber saw the seat curve.
5. Notch for the lower back frame (G) and radius the backcorner as shown.
6. Cut the front legs (B) to length.
7. Cut the back legs (C) to length.
8. Use the table saw to establish the 57-degree miter on the top end of the back legs.
9. Cut the twostretchers (D and E) to length.
10. Make the eleven seat slats (F).
11. Make the back frames (G and H) as shown in the auxiliary top view, using a pencil
tied to a string anchored by a nail to mark the...