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
DrSnuggles
Sun, 01/17/2016 - 19:04
Plans
I would really like to build these adirondack chairs but link still doesn't work? Anyone like to share the original plans since the Home Depot link doesn't work :(
thank u so much!!!
ckafer
Sat, 02/13/2016 - 07:10
Please post the plans or fix the links!
Broken links for a long time now, Ana.
theSmurfette
Fri, 02/19/2016 - 19:12
Here's a link to the plans.
Here is a link to the plans for the chair.
http://media.blog.homedepot.com/wp-content/uploads/Ana-White_HD-Adirond…
GamacheM1980
Tue, 02/23/2016 - 14:57
Thank you
Thank you so much for the plans. Now I can make some of these around my firepit outside.
GamacheM1980
Tue, 02/23/2016 - 14:55
Thank you for the plans. Now
Thank you for the plans. Now I can make these for around my firepit.
sprimack
Mon, 05/16/2016 - 11:45
Adjustable height?
Can this chalir be made taller? Didn't know if it would effect the strengh of the chair. Thanks
Sandig
Tue, 05/31/2016 - 16:28
Home Depot DIH Adirondack Chair
I am unable to access the plans for this chair and am planning to build this weekend. How can I go about gaining access to the plan? Thanks!
EdWilliams
Wed, 07/27/2016 - 08:53
This project is wonderful.
This project is wonderful. Easy to follow and the result is outstanding. - Gary McClure
BullDog1968
Thu, 08/25/2016 - 18:11
Great design.
I need to make a variation of these. I had a stroke a while back and need the seat level and slightly higher.
mrpaul32@yahoo.com
Fri, 08/11/2017 - 12:59
Confusied 2 in cut 20 degree side
the streacher I have 31 7/8 from long point 35 degree to short point 20 degree. Can somebody provide measurements advice 2 in cut on 20 degree. is it on long sid e I am just bit confused
thanks