Easy to build adirondack chair. We made the base stronger with all 2x4 framing. This Adirondack chair is a reader favorite and has been built thousands of times.
We also have a modern version here.
This plan includes a footstool. You can also build a matching coffee table and a matching side table. Check out all our outdoor furniture plans here.

Preparation
- 3 – 2×4 @ 8 feet long
- 1 – 2×2 @ 6 feet long
- 4 – 1×4 @ 8 feet long
- (30) 2 1/2” self tapping wood screws
- (60) 2” self tapping wood screws
- (20) 1 1/4” wood screws
- exterior appropriate wood glue
2 - 2x4 @ 20 3/4” long with BOTH ends cut PARALLEL at 15 degrees off square, long point to short point measurement (back legs)
2 - 2x4 @ 20” (front legs)
2 - 2x2 @ 26 1/2” long, longest point measurement, ONE end cut at 15 degrees off square (arm support)
2 - 2x4 @ 31 7/8” long, ONE end cut at 35 degrees off square to longest point, OTHER END cut at 20 degrees off square to shortest point - see step 1 (stringers)
2 - 2x4 @ 22 1/2” (front apron and back support)
5 - 1x4 @ 22 1/2” (seat slats)
5 - 1x4 @ 36” (back slats)
1 - 1x4 @ 19 1/2” (back top support)
1 - 2x4 @ 19 1/2” (back base support)
2 - 1x4 @ 27” (arm rests)
Instructions
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Step 5
Step 6
Step 7
Step 8
Step 9
Step 11
Optional Adirondack Footstool Plans
Adding a footstool to your adirondack chair will increase the comfort! We've included the plans below that match this adirondack plan.
FOOTSTOOL SHOPPING LIST
1 - 2x4 @ 8 feet long or stud length
1 - 1x4 @ 12 feet long
2” and 2 1/2” exterior screws
FOOTSTOOL CUT LIST
2 - 2x4 @ 23 1/2” long with both ends cut at 30 degrees off square, parallel to each other, long point to short point measurement (stringers)
5 - 1x4 @ 22 1/2” (top boards)
2 - 2x4 @ 13 3/4” long with one end cut at 30 degrees off square, longest point measurement (legs)
Step 12
It is always recommended to apply a test coat on a hidden area or scrap piece to ensure color evenness and adhesion. Use primer or wood conditioner as needed.
Comments
dakotacreekchic
Thu, 06/06/2013 - 23:25
Awesome
Love the chairs...definitely want to make a few of these to have around the fire pit this summer...and congrats on your exciting news!! So happy for you.
JenWoodhouse.com
Fri, 06/07/2013 - 05:56
Come to my HD!
I was wondering if that was your design when I saw the DIH workshop on the calendar at my HD! I can't wait to build a couple of these... the weather has been beautiful so this workshop is coming at the perfect time!
randi
Fri, 06/07/2013 - 08:45
Super!
These are super! I'm definitely going to have to put these on the to-do list.
Any chance of adding a loveseat version to this collection?
Pursuit of Handyness
Sun, 06/16/2013 - 09:27
Really cute chair
What is the big difference between this chair and the one in your book. I was all set to build six of the one you have in your book and then I saw your instagram post. Is it just stronger because of the 2x4's?
mjc8870
Thu, 06/27/2013 - 10:06
measurementd
Are measurements correct. Some one commented that the measurements were wrong on the HD site.
mc4710a
Wed, 01/13/2016 - 06:46
Links don't work
The links don't seem to work to the Home Depot site. Do you know where I could find a copy of the plans?
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shawnubis
Thu, 01/14/2016 - 11:15
Plans
I'm in the same boat. I would love to have plans for this, but the Home Depot links are dead. :(
barbpalmer
Sun, 03/20/2016 - 06:56
broken link - any update?
Still wanting to get my hands on the plans for these chairs - anyone have a copy or is there any update on the 'broken link'? Thank you!
Ana White
Thu, 01/14/2016 - 23:04
So sorry about this guys, I'm
So sorry about this guys, I'm looking into it. Thanks, Ana
In reply to So sorry about this guys, I'm by Ana White
ozaret
Sun, 01/17/2016 - 09:44
Plans
Any word on the plans? I'd like to build this chair.