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Bring able to print the plans would be incredible! Nick really paid attention to the details while designing this piece. Start by making the frame for the sofa. Just wanted to say thanks! Do you know dimensions for cushions? This website participates in affiliate advertising links that sharecommissions on links clicked. Thank you for the plans Nick. You could easily adjust the measurements of the chair to remove the back and alter the height of the arms to create an ottoman! The end product has awarded me the admiration of my wife who didnt think I had it in me. Attach the front and back legs to the armrest, do this for the other arm then attach the support to both structures. I didnt have a miter saw, so I just used a circular saw. I havent seen anyone do a 4 cushion wide one yet! We are planning on making one and would really like to see an example. Are you still happy with your cushions? I feel that most couches have a slight angle to both the seat and the back Obviously that makes construction more difficult, but if I'm going to spend time/money on a project I want to make sure it's comfy. Assemble each piece and join them with screws. My HD carries 2x4x104 size boards, much easier for me to transport and much less waste in cutting. If you were to build that, I would suggest putting an extra support leg in the middle! Where did you get the cushions and pillows? I suppose you could use 24s for the arms and make the necessary adjustments. We recently renovated a fibreglass travel trailer, including reupholstering the seat cushions and it was one of the most expensive components so im no longer surprised! Alternatively, Id just build the chair! Thank you!!! This amazing sofa is made from wood, wood screws, wood glue, tape measure, miter saw, table saw, drill, and wood stain. Unless I'm reading it wrong. @Ana White need to update the plans or make a comment to confirm this issue. Even if we are using pocket holes, that is a lot of weight for 2x4s to lift (considering if 3 people are actually sitting on this sofa), Hope to get some assistance on this topic. However, they were not available in the US so we provided a few different options for our US followers. I didnt put anything under it for furniture feet. I am thinking about building a loveseat type setup by subtracting 24 from the linear dimensions of this sofa. 9 - 2x4 @ 72 (or cushion width x times 3), 13 - 2x4 @ 25-1/2 (or cushion depth plus1-1/2"), 2 - 2x4 @ 28-1/2 (or cushion depth plus 4-1/2"). This plan uses standard 24" x 24" "Deep Seat" cushions, available at most retailers, like these from Target. Hi Kathleen, at the end of the post there is a link that says Click Here for the free plans, it will take you to our partner site with the plans to build the sofa. And he found the perfect recline for the sofa from both a comfort and design perspective. Thanks ! Only complaint is the amount of waste, but not really much could be done about that. Once this is done, attach the cushion to the backrest and seat. This was a deliberate attempt to help keep the modern silhouette that we were looking for. This outdoor sofa is made of wood, glue, wood screws, cushion, and stain. Having an issue with the arms. amazon, target, home depot, lowesall don't have the size I need. For the seat boards, I think you would be ok to use 16s, but you may want to add one more seat support across the bottom. Im going to tackle the coffee table next. I will have to look at it with a fresh eye this week. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. However, you can modify them to your taste after reading through the links provided. Starting my build today. Hi Nick! Cut all the pieces needed for the project, pass them through the planer then sand them to make them smooth. Yes! They were very easy to follow and it came out amazing. Deep Seat Cushions, 24" x 24" x 4-5" deep, with matching pillows, 150 - 2-1/2 to 3" long, self-tapping exterior decking screws (#8, #9 or #10 will all work). I previously made two of these sofas into a sectional (amazing, easy, everyone loves them) and I'm planning on adding a third this weekend to make a u shape sectional. It's 1 1/2 inches. In the picture with the stained wood couch where did you buy your white cushions from? I used more than 11 each time. So, since cedar is soft, I actually only hand-sanded (for a few late nights). Now the challenge is getting cushions. replacing 26 bottom front and sides spans with 44. I would appreciate any suggestions before I get into it too deep. Thank you. Hi Bert, our local box store had sanded cedar. Prepare the 16 pieces of wood and cut them to size. I think that there has been a shortage of cedar with everyone doing outdoor projects! Can you add a link to where you got your cushions? It cost us about $80 per set of bottom and back about $320 total. I guess I'm confusing it with another plan. My plan is to modify your plans to build a sectional using 7 bottoms and 8 tops. I was able to build it completely with lumber left over from building my deck. Where did you find the cushions for your sofa? Cut the pieces of wood, assemble them and join them together using screws. Youre very welcome for the plans! I like the color you guys chose, and the post says you had some stain tint mixed in. It's as simple as that. By using dowel pins I was able to keep the top of the arms free from holes. Did yall also use rough cedar? In this article, you will find rustic, modern, and classic outdoor sofas. Disassemble the cable spool, then, shape and sand it to form the sides of the sofa. Get pieces of wood, table saw, glue, screws, sandpaper, and take the measure. So far were happy with them. Is it possible to adapt this into a pull-apart sofa so I can rotate the pieces as needed? Nick also looked into cedar as an option, which would provide much more durability to the elements, as well as look beautiful for many years to come (with the right upkeep). This will help prevent the cedar from turning grey as it offered some UV protection, help repel water, and would not peel when exposed to the elements. Good luck and Id love to see photos when its complete! We had thought of building an ottoman to go with this, however, we didnt have enough space on our deck for one. Hi, I'm Allison! I built the sofa yesterday and it turned out great, especially for was my first real building project! We settled on this classic design that features a modern silhouette and sharp clean angles that are simple and streamlined. I would definitely choose the redwood! I started to make the 2 arm pieces for the chair and quickly realized how heavy the finished pieces are going to be. Some builders add a middle row to the back/sides to help keep cushions in line. Note that this does not require an armrest. If not, is 27 your depth or width? Most sets that we found were lacking in some way, whether it was the size, quality, or style. Another modification I made was to use glue and dowel pins to attach the arms to the legs. After that work on the backrest, join two pieces together to form a beam where the backrest support will be. And glad to hear I am not alone with the difficulty sanding, the rough cut cedar just required so much material to be taken off to get a smooth surface, but it really does look great. The one arm sectional piece that goes with it does call for two pocket holes. Then, cut strips of wood and attach them to the frame as cleats and slats all around. Hi, I love your plans. . I built the couch (with two arms) and used pocket holes on everything. Thank you for this build. Maybe ask to see if they have any of those available! Added benefit is less cutting of wood. I'm looking for three that are 24 x 27 - can anyone make some suggestions? Then, build the seat and the backrest, then assemble them. Assemble the parts and stain the sofa. I also added these striped pillows and a textured lumbar pillow to complete the look. I decided to add a few extra legs to the middle section - it's very sturdy now. So, the two 1/2 inch differences account for the 1 inch you are asking about. First, I would not use pocket holes for this project. I'm confused on why you wouldn't use pocket holes. Just finished this project! But you know what, it was worth it! The addition of the dowel inlays on the arms gives a handcrafted feel to the sofa. It is very simple and inexpensive because the cost of setting it up is not more than $30. I made the simple outdoor furniture (loveseat and two chairs) many years ago and I love the slanted back. It's kind of self explanatory as to how to connect the arms in Step 4 to the seat base of the couch, but what isn't clear is how many screws to use? Super easy to follow and easy on the wallet. Wish me luck! Cut all the pieces, sand them and assemble them. Creating an outdoor space that is beautiful, safe, and practical can make such a huge difference in how you use and enjoy your home. We ended up choosing cedar, even though it cost more, but we wanted to be confident these pieces would last. Did you ever figure it out? Sand the sofa structure and paint it. All Rights Reserved. Cut and assemble the pieces for the sofa frame, then join them using screws and glue. I may add some 24s horizontally to shore up the back a bit but other than that it seems really solid. Gather the materials needed and cut the wood to pieces, prep them by passing them through the planer and wood jointer. You could potentially create a sectional by building 2 of these and then making some adjustments to one of the arms (so that it isnt there) and then youd be able to slide them together or take them apart however you wouldnt have an arm on one of the sofas! Do you think I could substitute 24 for the arms and adjust the leg height to make up for the difference? They are a beautiful colour, and hold their shape really well (these are two very similar options here and here). Then, sand the sofa with sandpaper, and paint the sofa. I just made the couch and table - I cannot find cushions anywhere that fit the couch. Let us know how it goes! Required fields are marked *, A place to find design inspiration, entertaining ideas and simple recipes. The price of wood is crazy this year! This outdoor sofa is made from wood, wood screws, wood glue, miter saw, table saw, wood planer, drill, and tape measure. Sometimes 5/4 are also referred to as deck boards. I had a blast doing it. I think I may be running into the same issue with corner intersecting screws for the decking. If so, what grit sandpaper did you use to get the great finish? I have a couple questions though. Thanks! Hope this helps! leave the seat vs lease the seat that is. No problem Scott! You may have figured it out by now. I just wanted to leave a comment and say thanks for the plans! I am about to start on the back, but I am debating on having the pocket holes face the cushion side (not rear side) since my back will be facing my living room windows. We took a lot into consideration before Nick began building this project, from the material we chose to make sure we thought about even the tiniest details, we wanted this to be the perfect outdoor sofa. You can also use pocket holes. Thats very ambitious! He did a bit of research and decided to use a penetrating wood oil with a stain mixed in. The materials needed for this include fabric, batting, wood, foam boards, ruler, needle, and thread. I had enough 44 for the arms and legs, but then had several 5/4 x 6 decking boards. It has storage space that may not be visible to strangers unless you're told. It worked, but it would have been MUCH easier with a miter saw. Please review Disclaimer and Terms of Service, Dimensions shown above. Hi! The materials needed for this outdoor lounge sofa include wood, pencil, speed square, tape measure, miter saw, sander, hand saw, and wood stain. Did you ever figure it out? I absolutely love this sofa and want to adapt it for my patio to seat 4 people. MAC. We want to make sure the furniture lasts a while! He had only purchased 2.5 so not sure if that was a mistake or an oversight. After that is done, stain the wood and place a cushion on it. Did you find cushions? Hello and thank you so much for the plans! Thats awesome! Repeat this till you reach your desired height, then place two blocks each at the edges of the side built as the armrests. Thanks. These outdoor cushions we bought for the sofa and the chair are absolutely perfect. Hope all is well . I am in the middle of making my sofa right now. Anyone can start a successful blog, so why cant I (or you, too!)? We live in Canada and get quite the snowy winter and I just covered these up with a giant tarp, being sure to put the tarp under the legs as well to reduce the contact with the deck and they seemed to have held up really well. After the sides are ready, prepare the wood for the armrest and the seat. Hello! I have a Great Dane so everything I make needs to be a little extra solid! One is 72" and one is 70 1/2". We purchased these ones at Home Depot in Canada (Hampton Bay brand), but any 24 x 24 outdoor cushion set will work! Theyd be pretty chunky for sure! We did find that it was enough seating for us now. Did you ever find cushions? The reason I had mine facing the back is so that water wouldnt contact the area as much, but you can get plugs to fill the holes if you want! We are in AZ too! Attach longer 2x4 to two of the shorter 2x4s with screws. 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After reading about it that Bher product seems pretty perfect for getting this to hold up outside. Cut the piece for the base out of foam board then cover it with batting or any other kind of stuffing you like. Which would you recommend for the seat boards? Do you know what the stain color you used for this was? In the process of getting cushions. He didnt want it to be apparent that the sofa seat and back are actually reclined when you first look at it. I cut a 10 degree angle using my mitre saw on both ends of the seatbacks to provide comfort. Also I cant find any 5/46 only 16 or 26. We love the cushions from The Home Depot and they have held up very well but I cant give any feedback on the Target cushions as I havent seen them in person. I like the adjustments you made and the dowel pins are such a good ideastylish and functional! Recommend: Build to suit cushions, Outdoor Living Space - Inspired by Ana's Plans, Modular Outdoor Seating from 2x4s and Cedar Fence Pickets, "Just Add Legs" DIY Bed Frame (All Mattress Sizes), Easiest Corn Hole Plans with Free Printable PDF, Trimmed and ready for Christmas - Dollhouse, our modified version of printers sideboard. Start by making the sides of the couch then build the seat and the backrest. Thank you, Sherry! Thanks again and looking forward to tackling this project! I'm having a hard time finding the dimensions I need. Thank you! Some people have been having trouble finding the transparent version, and only finding the semi-transparent, which turns out darker. Measure and cut the wood to size then assemble them and attach them using screws and glue. As long as the 44s line up in the same location at the top as where the 26s would have been. Im glad you found our plans helpful and using pressure treated would be just as good (and less expensive!!). You could probably find a way to modify those to give you what you want! Great plans, however! I wanted to use cedar but made them with treated wood instead. How do you print so I can have this built? The sofa fits 3 people comfortably and one on the chair. Did you find cushions? Im not a huge builder but I was able to finish the project in about 13 hours and that including planing my own rough cut cedar. outdoor wood finishing secrets in this post. Attach strips of wood as slat to the armrest frame and place cushion on it. Get the wood, cut it into pieces and assemble them with screws. Can anyone tell me why the sofa and the one arm sofa that you put together to make the sectional are 2 different lengths? I didn't think it would be strong enough screwing into the ends. And Im so glad we did because this is the perfect outdoor sofa. Copyright 2009-2011 Ana White/Ana White.com. So my question is it says to screw pieces together with the self tapping screws.but don't you see those after it's complete? Nice project. As we all know, furniture can look beautiful, but it needs to be comfortable too. As 25 1/2+ 2x 2 for both legs is 29 1/2. A modern silhouette and clean lines make this outdoor sofa the perfect addition to any outdoor living space. Wed love to see a pic of your build so make sure to send us a photo when youre done! The expensive part was the cushions! I can see how that corner can get messy with three boards intersecting. Gather the materials and tools needed for the project. The cushions would be the same size so wouldn't you need the same length. Thank for responding. Its the best way to increase your living space, and really make the most of the summer weather. I have a whole assortment of these Bessey Clamps. Gather 2-3 pieces of pallets. So we decided to partner with our friends at Kreg and Buildsomething.com to build our own, and of course, share those plans with you. I can't seem to find them either. Place a cushion on it for comfortability. Any advice on adjusting measurements or anything else to achieve this? I have 24.75 cushions, should I build this to 26.25 instead of 25.5? Hi Ana, I am making it XL using full 96 length (4 cushions wide versus 3) which will make for a nice massive sofa. thank you very much for these plans. The materials needed for this storage ottoman include a miter saw, table saw, drill, cedar boards, screws, bar clamps. I only have the option of pine and redwood available. Any pictures? Once they are dried, attach the backrest to it and you're good to go. Did you receive any photo of someone who did a 4 cushions wide version of the sofa? Just finished building mine exactly as plans outline, except I used a stained pine/fir mix, and also I joined the arms to the legs with finger joints, which make it look a bit different. I was fortunate to purchase two incomplete patio sets as a source of cushions (each set being a love seat and two chairs) at a massive reduction so I have 8 seat bottoms and 8 seat backs. My question is: Do you have a cut list for the 11 2x4's? I only attached the arms to the seat with 3, #10, 2 1/2" wood screws. Once you cut the 72" and a 25.5" for a board you only have 6.5" of waste. Just want to say thanks for the plans! Does anybody have a feedback on the comfort of having the seat completely flat and the back completely vertical?

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