Outdoor Lounge Chair Plans

A lounge chair with room to settle in

Build one outdoor lounge chair with a deep seat, a 25-degree reclined backrest and wide 4×4 arms. Make a pair by doubling the cut list.

Dimensions

The imperial plan gives overall dimensions of 30⅛ in wide × 34 in deep × 37¾ in tall. The seat is 23⅛ in wide with 22 in of usable depth, and the arm height is 25 in. The seat slopes from 16 in at the front to 14⅞ in at the back.

Materials and tools

Use exterior-grade wood in standard 4×4, 2×6, 2×4 and 2×2 sizes. Hidden joints use pocket screws. You will need a saw, drill-driver, pocket-hole jig, clamps and a table saw or circular saw with a straightedge for the upper backrest rail rip cut.

Build time and experience

An intermediate project with an estimated 3–4 hours for cutting and assembly of one chair, plus finishing time. The seat and back boards share the same 25-degree bevel cut.

What the plans cover

The supplied 16-page imperial guide includes the dimensions, cut list, materials and hardware information, and eight illustrated assembly steps. A SketchUp 3D model is included with the plans. Check Etsy for the current price and full download contents.

Want the matching table?

The lounge set plans cover two chairs and the matching coffee table.

These are digital building plans. Timber, hardware and tools are purchased separately. View the plans on Etsy.