Easy Bar Height Adirondack Chair Plans

Bar height Adirondack chairs are a great way to add a touch of class and comfort to your bar or outdoor patio. They are also very easy to build, even if you don’t have a lot of experience with woodworking. In this article, we will provide you with step-by-step instructions on how to build a bar height Adirondack chair.

Materials:

2 pieces of 1×3 lumber – 34 1/2″ long, 2 pieces – 34 3/4″ long (Legs)

2 pieces of 1×3 lumber – 24 ½” long, 1 piece – 19″ long, 1 piece – 17 ½” long (Supports)

2 pieces of 1×4 lumber – 22 ¼” long (Seat)

12 pieces of 1×2 lumber – 19″ long (Seat)

7 pieces of 1×3 lumber – 18″ long (Backrest)

1 piece of 2×2 lumber – 16″ long (Backrest Support)

1 piece of 1×2 lumber – 17″ long (Backrest Support)

2 pieces of 1×3 lumber – 20 ¼” long (Armrests)

1 piece of 1×4 lumber – 20 ½” long (Step)

Tools:

Saw

Drill

Screwdriver

Measuring tape

Square

Sandpaper

Instructions:

1. Cut the lumber to size. Use a saw to cut all of the lumber to the required lengths as listed in the materials list above.

2. Assemble the legs. Start by assembling the legs by screwing the 34 1/2″ long legs to the 34 3/4″ long legs at a 90 degree angle. Use 1 ¼” screws.

3. Attach the supports. Attach the 24 ½” long supports to the legs at a 45 degree angle. Use 1 ¼” screws.

4. Attach the seat. Attach the 22 ¼” long seat pieces to the legs using 1 ¼” screws.

5. Attach the seat slats. Attach the 19″ long seat slats to the seat using 1 ¼” screws.

6. Attach the backrest. Attach the 18″ long backrest pieces to the supports using 1 ¼” screws.

7. Attach the backrest support. Attach the 2×2 backrest support to the backrest using 1 ¼” screws.

8. Attach the armrests. Attach the 20 ¼” long armrest pieces to the sides of the seat using 1 ¼” screws.

9. Attach the step. Attach the 20 ½” long step to the front of the seat using 1 ¼” screws.

10. Finish the chair. Sand the chair to smooth out any rough edges. You can then paint or stain the chair to your liking.

Tips:

Use pressure treated lumber for the legs and supports to ensure that the chair will withstand the elements.

Use screws that are long enough to penetrate all of the pieces of lumber.

Drill pilot holes before screwing the pieces of lumber together to prevent the wood from splitting.

Use a level to ensure that the chair is assembled square.

Sand the chair thoroughly to remove any rough edges.

Paint or stain the chair to your liking.

I hope this guide has been helpful. If you have any questions, please feel free to leave a comment below.