Uploaded April 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago
Hey friends, let's build a modern Adirondack chair! This was a really fun build that you can easily complete in just an hour or two.
If you need a quick weekend woodworking project to get ready for spring and summertime around the firepit and patio, this is the one!
Grab more project details on the website here: woodshopdiaries.com/modern-diy-adirondack-chair
Grab the printable building plans here: woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/collections/outdoor/products/adirondack-chair-plans
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Tools & Materials:
*aff links below
Tools:
Miter saw: homedepot.sjv.io/b3DkDx
Drill/Driver: homedepot.sjv.io/Aoo6Ya
Circular Saw: homedepot.sjv.io/AooaYx
Kreg Rip Cut and Kreg AccuCut Cutting Guides (optional, but helpful): amzn.to/3Y38tDQ &
Pocket Hole Jig: amzn.to/32eoPBY
Speed Square: amzn.to/40vomVy
Materials:
(1) 1x8x8 board
(2) 1x6x8 boards
(1) 1x4x8 board
(2) 1x3x8 boards
Fence pickets: homedepot.sjv.io/zaB9zO
1 1/4" exterior pocket hole screws: amzn.to/3M5Vkaq
1 1/4" exterior wood screws: amzn.to/3ZwDr7V
Wood Glue: amzn.to/34NCtuv
Finish: amzn.to/3ZxwEed
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:55 Materials List & Notes
01:39 How to Cut the Back Legs
03:44 Assemble Adirondack Chair Leg Assemblies
05:06 Attach Seat Frame
06:53 Build and Install Back Frame
07:44 Build and Install Arm Rests
08:54 Add Seat and Back Slats
11:20 Install Arm Rest Support Triangles
12:23 Finish and Conclusion--Plus Lucy Chaos!
Hey friends, let's build a modern Adirondack chair! This was a really fun build that you can easily complete in just an hour or two.
If you need a quick weekend woodworking project to get ready for spring and summertime around the firepit and patio, this is the one!
Grab more project details on the website here: woodshopdiaries.com/modern-diy-adirondack-chair
Grab the printable building plans here: woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/collections/outdoor/products/adirondack-chair-plans
Follow Woodshop Diaries On:
Website: woodshopdiaries.com
TikTok: tiktok.com/@woodshopdiaries?
Facebook: facebook.com/woodshopdiaries
Instagram: instagram.com/woodshopdiaries
Pinterest: pinterest.com/sharamccuiston
SHOP NEW WOODWORKING TEES AND BUILDING PLANS HERE:
woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com
Tools & Materials:
*aff links below
Tools:
Miter saw: homedepot.sjv.io/b3DkDx
Drill/Driver: homedepot.sjv.io/Aoo6Ya
Circular Saw: homedepot.sjv.io/AooaYx
Kreg Rip Cut and Kreg AccuCut Cutting Guides (optional, but helpful): amzn.to/3Y38tDQ &
Pocket Hole Jig: amzn.to/32eoPBY
Speed Square: amzn.to/40vomVy
Materials:
(1) 1x8x8 board
(2) 1x6x8 boards
(1) 1x4x8 board
(2) 1x3x8 boards
Fence pickets: homedepot.sjv.io/zaB9zO
1 1/4" exterior pocket hole screws: amzn.to/3M5Vkaq
1 1/4" exterior wood screws: amzn.to/3ZwDr7V
Wood Glue: amzn.to/34NCtuv
Finish: amzn.to/3ZxwEed
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:55 Materials List & Notes
01:39 How to Cut the Back Legs
03:44 Assemble Adirondack Chair Leg Assemblies
05:06 Attach Seat Frame
06:53 Build and Install Back Frame
07:44 Build and Install Arm Rests
08:54 Add Seat and Back Slats
11:20 Install Arm Rest Support Triangles
12:23 Finish and Conclusion--Plus Lucy Chaos!
