How to Make an Outdoor Chair using Pine from Home Depot

How to make a modern outdoor chair. This is a beginner woodworking project that you can do with just a saw and a pocket hole jig. I built this outdoor chair using common pine from my local home store. Amazon and other affiliate links are used in this description and they help support this channel.
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[@731Woodworks]

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[@4windsfarmstead]

The difference between a craftsman and a beginner is that a craftsmanship can fix his mistakes 😀

[@731Woodworks]

👊

[@stevenhoffman3516]

My daughter (6yo) has recently shown an interest in woodworking and has been spending more time in my shop. I found this channel and we are both addicted now. She has a list of projects she wants to try and she has learned about tools that neither one of us even knew about. Thank you for the great work and all the help you offer to your viewers. I appreciate the family friendly videos and will continue to watch for years. She also doesn’t want to use my tools because they aren’t rigid like 731 lol. Again thank you thank you thank you

[@731Woodworks]

Steve, can you send me an email [e-mail]

[@haroldbaptiste4749]

Really enjoyed the buildt. The best part you didn't edit out your mistakes. We are all humans God bless

[@davidcorbitt5625]

I bought the plans for this chair and used the recommended stain. Let me tell you, looks amazing. This gentleman isn't just a man with a good hair; he's figured some stuff put.

[@ancienttom97]

I am so glad to see that there are more people out there that will study their own build plans and still mess it up by doing something stupid. I have 8 drawers to build. I am using my Dovetail jig to make them. I studied it and rehearsed it the day before yesterday to make sure I had all my ducks lined up so I won't make any mistakes. Yesterday, I started to route out the Dovetails and only got to drawer #3 when I grabbed a side piece and stuck it in the top where the front/back pieces go. I then routed it with Pins instead of Dovetails. Having no more 1/2 inch wood to cut a replacement side piece from, I now have to cut the ruined end off and replace it by half lapping a new piece of scrap onto it. The great thing about woodworking is that I am learning that there are no mistakes that can't be corrected with a little ingenuity.

[@dvsninja2]

Love the honesty and not trying to edit out the mistakes. Love the T-Shirts you always wear also.

[@raymondcollyear4773]

I enjoy watching your videos. It's nice to see that not ever build is going to go the way you think it should . Watching someone make a mistake then show you how to fix it is awesome. So many of the videos out there make it seem that none of them make mistakes and so us that do we feel we'll never become as good as them . We know there was only one perfect person . Thank you again I enjoy watching and look forward to your videos

[@731Woodworks]

Thank you

[@garypartain3045]

I like seeing your screw ups, it reminds me that my screw ups happen to everyone. To many woodworkers show producing products with flawless accuracy. This reminds me that we are all human and Noone is flawless.

[@erichelm4339]

Thank you for being real and showing your mistakes, It makes it easier for others to try.

[@Wiskys]

That's what makes u so real. No one would have known ur mistake but u owned it and showed it. Awesome job

[@mcbeecustomsignsandcreatio5139]

Nice Video! To me the best videos are the ones that show mistakes. It doesn’t matter if you have been woodworking for 30 years mistakes are bound to happen. Keep up the good work Matt!

[@thelarueshow5774]

He made this look much easier than I always pictured it in my head, and with a fraction of the equipment I thought I needed. Seriously, solid content.

[@partsdave8943]

I kept expecting to see a board split when you were swigging the sledgehammer. I’ve heard many other YT channels state that you can remove the pocket screws after the glue dries because the strength is in the glue. Well….. YOU proved that is true!!!!!

[@daveparker839]

Clamps! The return of the pokit-ho. I love it. Great editing, too!

[@731Woodworks]

Thanks!

[@jackie-mccallister]

The Pocket hole King is back!! 😁😁

[@WoodworkingYouTubers]

That's a good looking chair. thanks for showing us that when mistakes happen that is just opportunity to correct our imperfections.

[@timlist4173]

Glad to see i am not the only one who errs.

[@dbix11]

Thanks for putting out some starter content, people like me need projects like these to build confidence

[@89woodchuck]

I used the plan for this project and I was able to complete the basic assembly in about 4 hours. I was satisfied with the result. However, after watching the video, I noticed that a couple of issues that came up were not corrected on the plans I received. Notably, the height and positioning of the back support were not corrected on the plans I received. I am still positive on the quality and clarity of the instructions provided.

[@AwestruckOffRoadingHertz]

3:59 Got to love how that square says stainless but its still rusting LOL. Thanks for the videos! Love them!

[@terryrobinson1416]

Stainless means it stains less... not stains never. Lol I learned that recently on KZbin.

[@ancienttom97]

This is a really good testimony to Titebond III when you can't break loose a glue joint with a sludge hammer that is only hours old. I like the color of that outdoor finish you used. A lot of stain and finish manufacturers recommend just stirring with a stick so not to introduce bubbles into the product that will come out in the finish and especially do not shake it to remix it up.

[@FiddlerOnTheRoof2024]

Haha Matt! I keep getting that call on my 23 year old Jeep.

[@Marjax]

Funny thing is I want to make one of these for my dad who's getting a hip replacement and needs a straight back chair and I have to recreate the "mistake" to make the design work for us lol

[@stephenlawrence7776]

Us jesters need to stick together! 😁

[@GrantButler]

I started on a dog kennel yesterday. Really got to put your mallet to work. It's so dang nice, and didn't have to worry about damaging the wood on my project 👌 Thanks again for the mallet

[@731Woodworks]

You're welcome!

[@russmartin4189]

LOL. I never saw a woodworking video where the guy screwed up, then had to take a sledge hammer to it, and had to fix other things. Reminds me of myself! Love it. Makes you mortal!

[@buggyridge]

Just finished my first chair based on your plan and video. It turned out great! Thanks for the inspiration!

[@woody7776]

U built a throne dude!!! Good stuff!!!

[@arnoldolorenzo3474]

I appreciate your showing us your whole honest experience, mistakes and all and how you corrected them. My stuff never comes out perfect. If a master like you makes mistakes turn it’s ok if I make them. Thanks!

[@731Woodworks]

Glad it was helpful!

[@beccamayberry9907]

Love it! I think the best most connecting parts in your videos are when you admit the faults and show the proper fix in a way that’s still positive and honest. Great built once again, Love it

[@731Woodworks]

I appreciate that!

[@SawForgeGarage]

Haha, big Hoss for the win. I'm glad you shared your struggles. This looks like a great little chair.

[@stevehillard203]

I enjoy your videos but I have even more respect for you now since you didn’t edit your mistakes out and showed how you fixed them. Like that you keep it real. Thankyou

[@robertmcevoy24]

Thanks for keeping it real sometimes my ADD takes over and it’s frustrating but hey fix it and keep going 👊🏻

[@Joey-il4qd]

Nice video! Love the pocket hole king bit on top of the workbench lol

[@tooshieg2059]

I loved seeing your mistakes. I thought I was the only one. It was great to see how you fixed them. Better than walking away and not finishing the project because of a fail.

[@eugenev90]

thank u for not editing out your mistakes! u r the man! we love u!!! :)

[@ronswoodshack3855]

Mighty Matt keeping real!!! Awesome video! Thank you for the content

[@731Woodworks]

Thank you

[@book1136]

Great video Matt keep them coming.

[@pteddie6965]

This is a great looking chair, Matt. Thanks for sharing this build video.

[@PaganWizard]

I really like this a lot, in fact, I'm going to give it a shot in the spring. Not much sense in building this living just outside of Chicago, especially with ol' man winter beating on our door. I really liked the fact that you left your mistake in the video, most KZbin creators won't do that.

[@taironus]

Love the build. I was talkin to my daughter the other day and said dont be afraid to mess up. i mess up all the time. when i was a kid dad made it seem like no one ever messed up except me. but its not the messing up that gets ya, its the letting it mess you up that does! keep on sawin along!! :) great video and lookin forward to the dyst collection discussion! :)

[@Penny_Pincher_Outdoors]

I bought that pocket hole jig because I saw it on your channel, I had never seen them before. We built our shaker cabinet doors and drawer fronts with it. I love it

[@sebastianusami]

well there is some proof for new and old woodworkers, how well does glue work? Pretty darn good!

[@merakiwoodworks2101]

Your videos are really fun and enjoyable to watch!! Keep up the good work!!

[@NitrogenoxTheQuick]

rocking that woodworker beard!

[@kellyhensley4376]

I love seeing the mistakes. It shows that you are relatable. Perfect people are weird .lol

[@scottbionicnerf8727]

The chair looks good before the fix, but definitely better after. It's definitely going to slowly replace the Adirondack style that people primarily use for decorating.

[@DavidLee605]

Much respect mate. Learned a lot here - including how to deal with a big mistake.

[@BrennanHepburn]

Got your plans and built two of these, we love them! Thanks!

[@JClark-rq3en]

Definitely going to use this plan!!!!

[@dunnigan66]

Nice build everytime I build something I do something off lol!!!

[@erikrsoto]

I think the taller chair could have fit me better. I'd rather have it taller than shorter. Chairs usually aren't the right size for me. But it's beautiful!!!

[@TheDougOfTheNorth]

Love this. I'm still pretty much a beginner woodworker and a relatively new house owner, but once the weather starts warming up a little in the northeast, I def plan on taking on this build, and possibly others. New to your channel, but all in and enjoying it thus far! Thanks much!

[@papapsadventures6119]

I really like the color of these!!

[@JoseAndrade-ic7er]

I was laughing when you said you’re going to reject the call about your car’s warranty. 😂😂😂😂

[@woodworksbygrampies1284]

Hola! 🖐 That looks like a really super duper sturdy chair that will last a really long time. I like that you did not edit the mistake out of the video, a lot can be learned from highlighting it. Thanks, take care and have a good one. 👊

[@richh.1010]

My brother in Christ, please consider making a folding picnic table bench (PTB). I love your plans for outdoor sofa/chair/chest and think a folding PTB would compliment these. Thank you. Your brother in Christ. Rich H. Ephesians 2:8

[@jimmcnett]

Great video. You did a great job explaining the process. Very enjoyable.

[@731Woodworks]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@doyleskalicky8513]

I just finished my second chair.

[@PatBuckley-yy3tz]

Great demo.....

[@realfishtruth8914]

Made my first piece of furniture today! My wife wanted a new dining room table. It’s simple, but she loves it (at least she says she does hahaha). I’m planning on building 2 benches for it next!

[@timd5343]

just what i was looking for simple cool thnkz

[@prestonbowden]

Very nice Matt

[@mishellekochel4510]

I am not sure I have ever laughed so much at one of your videos! This is great, you make this enjoyable and I can't wait to purchase your plans and make these!!

[@731Woodworks]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@keganuniquetv1112]

Awesome job bro looking great

[@bald1der]

Just came across your channel. I've been looking for a chair design to replace my chairs on the front porch. I like your design using the 2x6's more than some of the 2x4 designs I've seen. I retired from the Army and have now started dabbling in working with wood. Thanks for a great video.

[@aaudain1]

Great idea 💡 👍

[@731Woodworks]

DIY Outdoor Sofa: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a3fElqVnjat5r7M

[@davidmarshall6188]

Another great video sir thank you so much. Just an awesome project

[@731Woodworks]

Thank you

[@schoharievalleywoodworking3491]

Pocket hole king has returned!!! Hahahaha I see what you meant 🤴🏻

[@731Woodworks]

👊

[@schoharievalleywoodworking3491]

👊🏻

[@yopasjim]

Brother, I love your videos! Thanks for pointing out your errors! We learn from our failures! In woodworking ... and in life!

[@731Woodworks]

I appreciate that!

[@scottbionicnerf8727]

I like that you didn't take the time rip the round edge off of every plank prior to assembly. This definitely one of my favorite chair builds. Primarily because these are so much more functional than the adirondike style chairs that so many people faun after. I can still get into and out of this chair after 3 or 4 libations. Something that I know from past experience, isn't so doable with Adirondack style.

[@nicanorbadal689]

It seems it needs a half inch rise on the front as stopper for the cushion sliding to the front

[@norm5785]

Wonderful design, great chair build, thank you for sharing this with us today from Henrico County Virginia

[@freedomgunsandliberty]

Great project for spring sales. I really like that finish you used. Great video as always ✊🔫🇺🇸

[@731Woodworks]

👊🏻

[@lawrencelunsford6028]

Sometimes in woodworking we have to 'adapt and overcome', sometimes you need a bigger hammer to overcome! Nice job brother! Looks good and will be a nice addition to the sectional set you built earlier this year.

[@imsowright90]

Nice.

[@davidcorliss]

Great work Matt it's nice that you include your mistakes in the video just proves the pocket hole king is just as human as the rest of us

[@731Woodworks]

👊

[@YahQub_]

10:56 “Imma have to use big hoss” got me so good 😂😂😂

[@charlottelundquist6828]

One of a kind glue spreader. 🤣🤣🤣

[@shockjock35]

Thanks for your great videos! BTW, My 8 year old son was sliding on the floor in his sock and he said it was “slicker than owl snot” lol 😂

[@731Woodworks]

lol that's hilarious!

[@juancarlosgutierrez5000]

Good video. I from spain, but i dont understand very good. Thanks

[@hewettcb]

I am having trouble find the plans of your outdoor chair , that is a cool looking project

[@bonnieklyde8250]

Good video 👍

[@731Woodworks]

Thanks 👍

[@cedaroakfarm8596]

Another great project and video , my only tip, I put artificial wood on the bottom of legs to keep them off the ground, I got broken boards , scraps, from the box store for zip, cut pieces to match the bottoms of the legs and screwed them on.

[@Josh-qb8fi]

Im getting started on wood working from home and your videos have been great especially the motivation videos, there is a good demand for building bars in my area would love to see how you would build one. I am also using pallets for all my wood work do to the cost of price of wood and wood recycling

[@MarriedManWoodworking]

Nice

[@feelingtardy]

think i'll need to invest in a 'paccadole' jig someday

[@caseypayton6524]

I’m excited to try this! Do the plans include the adjusted, shorter height for the back rest? If not, what length would you suggest i cut them at instead?

[@shreyasdube]

Thank you for the detailed instructions - this has inspired me to give this a shot! For the seat slats, what's the best way to square the edges of 2x4s or 2x6s if the only tool I have is a circular saw? Would something like a Kreg rip-cut circular saw guide work?

[@steelsunpi]

With it being a one person chair, womder if you can do the whole seat and back and arms in one by material, and only use tuba fers for the legs?

[@jerrypowell784]

I would say pocket holes and glue are all you need.

[@russmartin4189]

Love that Southern Yellow Pine. Can you send me some up her in NY?

[@donnyhanes2249]

I built a version of a rustic outdoor chair myself

[@glenspagnolo3469]

This build would look and feel better if all the round-over edges were ripped off. Everything would then be the same width and chamfering/rounding over would look more professional. This is always my method when using construction lumber.

[@freeoutdoors]

Which model sprayer are you using? I’ve been thinking of getting one.

[@richh.1010]

How do you add cup holder in arm? Not drill all way through, but, something for multiple size cups/cans. Thank you

[@rayheinrich1504]

ii like to see more of your mistakes best part of the builds

[@ancienttom97]

The stuff that Lowe's sells as framing wood is what they call WhiteWood. I believe it is White Pine but doesn't qualify as SPF. The only Southern yellow pine that I could ever find in Lowe's is a forbafor post that was labeled as such. The only supplier for Southern Yellow in Missouri would be through a real lumber yard and then they would probably have to order it for you. That means that you can't just pick through the stack looking for the pieces that work for you. I think, the last time I was in a Home Depot, I think I remember seeing some wood that was labeled Southern Yellow Pine but would not trust that from a big box store. There are a couple of names with which Southern Yellow is referenced in this part of the country but you would have to look that up. In the Pacific Northwest and California, they have Ponderosa Pine which is a vary close cousin to Southern Yellow Pine with about the same hardness.