I'm looking for plans to build a dining room chair. I will be building furniture for a Food Bank for there clients. I was going to use either Douglas Fir or Southern Yellow pine 2X4s. I want to keep the price down. Also, I want to limit each piece to 30 inches since I will be using a CNC router. that is limited to 30X30 inches.
Beautiful end product. I made 4 Adirondack chairs using Western Red Cedar and didn't finish them. I just let them age naturally. After a few years they became rough and splintery. Cedar is very soft. I am not sure how well yours will hold up using pocket screws. I am not in the anti-pocket screw Club, I just think in softwood they will pull out in a few years. Thanks for posting
I have some other cedar pieces with pocket screws and they are holding well. I've considered screwing them in, removing them then putting epoxy in the hole and reinstalling. Could be a good alternative
"Other jigs to make me see." - Brad Rodriguez I had to rewind it to make sure that's what I heard. Great build, not sure what I'd like to watch you do to make you see, though.
@@Fixthisbuildthat I thought you had mastered Drunken Yoda speak, or I had come down with dyslexia of the ears, so I had to rewind to be sure. Great build! Very inspiring, especially when you show your mistakes. So easy to edit that out. Thank you for sharing!
Great looking chair. I am wondering about the strength of the rear legs. If the front and back legs were to be "splayed" for whatever reason, i.e. the 29 3/8 dimension was to be increased for whatever accidental reason after the chair is built, the bending moment on the rear leg would be much greater than the bending moment on the front leg, since the front leg is supported at its mid span (approx) by the chair seat, but the rear leg is supported much closer to the top by its attachment to the chair back. Has there been any issues long term with the durability in that area? Bought the plans last year and am hoping to start the build soon.
I'd love to see you make an adjustable tapering jig. Although there are many videos on UA-cam on how to make them, I love your down to earth, detailed explanations. Nice chair.
Have been looking for outdoor chair plans and found this video. Love the modern sleek look of the chair compared to many of the 2x4 looking chairs. I don't have the full workshop yet, so it is going to be a challenge to build this chair with just a circular saw, jig saw, hand sander, and palm router.
Diablo is such an awesome brand with truly the longest lasting tools and utilities. So sad they don't have any executives in Europe. We have to rely only on Amazon for delivery.
I just purchased the plans for this and plan on making this soon, I figure with us being on lock down I may as well do some spring building that I had planned to do later. I can't stand being to idle, can't wait to start the build!
Hail to the teacher! 😄 You, Pask makes and Tamar 3x3 and another dude who's by far your superior (but who's name keeps alluding me, age, alzheimer's, freudian? nah, who cares) you are the best! For instance: your remarks concerning milling or just buying for the right measure.... that really makes a difference.
Another fabulous video. The clarity and simplicity of the explanations is matched only by the clarity and neatness of the work and product. Inspiring stuff. Thanks for sharing
these chairs remind me of the furniture my parents had, reduce the size of the wood a little and these would have been very close. will be buying those plans
Looks exactly like a chair I had in my room in college at the frat house. it had been handed down year to year for who knows how long. It was very comfy. That was in the 70's. I guess modern is a point of view.
When I saw this chair it was exactly what I want to build I bought the plans and I'm building it next week. question though in the video it doesn't look like you are using glue on a lot of the joints where you are using pocket holes. I'd love to not mess with glue on these joints bit are you sacrificing a lot of needed hold? Great project I'm excited to expand my skills with it
I really like that chair and from simple materials it looks great. It was worth watching the video just to see the finish fail. Very informative regarding what components penetrate the wood and how it separated. If nothing else, it convinced me to actually do a test application (which I basically never do). Keep up the great work.
Great Project. I am actually building this right now. I am struggling with the proper cushion though. Really liked the ones you used. Can you share where you got them from?? Keep adding those great videos Thanks
You have a really good channel here. Good content with easy to follow instructions and concise explanations. Also like how you mention what other tools will accomplish the same tasks recognizing that your viewers may not have the same tools.
Hey brad love the video! Idea on the taper jig. How about having another slot routed down the middle and another one at the back with t-track and a block that could have a bolt through it. That way you can have a double duty taper/straight rip jig
Nice! Love the design. Would like to hear more about choices for outdoor wood finishes. I’m currently refinishing oak slats on an outdoor bench, again. First time used polyurethane and lasted one season. This time bought a marine varnish. I think m headed in the right direction. What you used seems better.
The Total Boat products are definitely marine grade as they primarily are used on boats. But any finish will need maintenance as well. Total Boat suggests a yearly maintenance thin top coat.
Hi Brad. These look great. They have quite the Scandinavian look about them. Quick question, though not sure if you answer questions from a 2 year old video! . How comfortable are the chairs? I was thinking of sloping the seat at 5* and the back at 10*. What are your thoughts? I might just grab the plans (convert them to modern numbers) and give it a go. Cheers
Great video, I just bought your plans and will be building these for my patio. I was wondering why you used epoxy rather than waterproof wood glue like Titebond III?
So, the only concern I could think of is the way that the back support attaches to the arms... is there any concern after now having the finished product that the "two screws" aren't sturdy enough to hold the back support to the arms. It seems like this would be a high stress point, at least with my delicate 240# sitting in the chair.... Not saying that it won't hold just curious after a couple of years how they have held up with respect to that joint. Thanks in advance for your reply.
Hi Brad. Beautiful chair. Thank you for sharing this build with us. Is there a reason why you used epoxy instead of glue like Titebond 3? Not questioning your methods, just wanted to know why one is better than the other.
Very nice work. And looks beautiful. I'm personally not a fan of the modern design, it reminds me of every chair in the lobby of every public building lol.
This looks awesome! Thank you for showing the mishaps too - they really help. I'd like to see some more jigs too - your style seems well suited to this. One suggestion - either a Sketchup exploded diagram walking through the parts or some sort of picture-in-picture with parts highlighted. I got lost my first time through watching, but the second time was easier to follow since I knew what I was looking at. Keep up the awesome work!
Sweet and modern looking chair Brad! I really need to start using pocket holes more on my channels projects, for some reason I just always seem to forget they exist and I end up over engineering a project lol....and a dowel jig...really need to get one of those too 😂
@@Craftswright not at all since they basically get their strength from the pad. Seems to cut just as good if not better do to removal of dust so abrasives can work
I bought the plans for this to make it with my son. We only have hand tools and a power drill. Hope it turns out half decent! 😊
I'm looking for plans to build a dining room chair. I will be building furniture for a Food Bank for there clients. I was going to use either Douglas Fir or Southern Yellow pine 2X4s. I want to keep the price down. Also, I want to limit each piece to 30 inches since I will be using a CNC router. that is limited to 30X30 inches.
Epoxy on end grain!! Genius! Wow
Rounding over the edges took that chair to the next level. Well done 👍🏼
Thanks!
Beautiful end product. I made 4 Adirondack chairs using Western Red Cedar and didn't finish them. I just let them age naturally. After a few years they became rough and splintery. Cedar is very soft. I am not sure how well yours will hold up using pocket screws. I am not in the anti-pocket screw Club, I just think in softwood they will pull out in a few years. Thanks for posting
I have some other cedar pieces with pocket screws and they are holding well. I've considered screwing them in, removing them then putting epoxy in the hole and reinstalling. Could be a good alternative
"Other jigs to make me see." - Brad Rodriguez
I had to rewind it to make sure that's what I heard. Great build, not sure what I'd like to watch you do to make you see, though.
It's funny how those 1am voice overs turn out 😀
@@Fixthisbuildthat I thought you had mastered Drunken Yoda speak, or I had come down with dyslexia of the ears, so I had to rewind to be sure. Great build! Very inspiring, especially when you show your mistakes. So easy to edit that out. Thank you for sharing!
Thanks.. now I have to rewind this. Lol
I heard that also! Then after hearing eleventy, figured maybe Brad's just leaving easter eggs in his videos...if not, might be fun!
😉
That chair is a beauty. But the finish on the chair looks incredible.
yes, that matte finish was superb
It turned out very nice, and that finish is butter!
right on, Allen! Saw you grab them plans...now let's see it done! Maybe for in front of the hair salon :)
@@Fixthisbuildthat Or maybe for relaxing on my deck 😁
Me gusta la limpieza de tus trabajos todo un gran maestro espero aprender mucho de tus trabajos gracias x subir videos tan bonitos
WHOA! That finish though... 😍😍😍
Right!?
Would LOVE to see you make you jigs! Tapering-leg jig and any others that you use! It would be EXTREMELY helpful! Thank you! LOVE your page!
Great looking chair. I am wondering about the strength of the rear legs. If the front and back legs were to be "splayed" for whatever reason, i.e. the 29 3/8 dimension was to be increased for whatever accidental reason after the chair is built, the bending moment on the rear leg would be much greater than the bending moment on the front leg, since the front leg is supported at its mid span (approx) by the chair seat, but the rear leg is supported much closer to the top by its attachment to the chair back. Has there been any issues long term with the durability in that area? Bought the plans last year and am hoping to start the build soon.
Nice use of the number eleventy!
😀 when 11 just isn't enough
I'd love to see you make an adjustable tapering jig. Although there are many videos on UA-cam on how to make them, I love your down to earth, detailed explanations.
Nice chair.
Thanks for the feedback!
Thank you! I enjoy adding the detail
Have been looking for outdoor chair plans and found this video. Love the modern sleek look of the chair compared to many of the 2x4 looking chairs. I don't have the full workshop yet, so it is going to be a challenge to build this chair with just a circular saw, jig saw, hand sander, and palm router.
Liked the video, liked the chair, bought the plans and made one. Turned out pretty well, so made a second one. Great videos.
¡Excelente trabajo! Maravillosa herramienta.
Just like clamps, you can never have enough jig videos!
Ain't that right :)
Love the use of offcuts for clamping. I have done this and it takes it back to a right angle, which really makes it helpful.
yeah, save those offcuts!
Nice chair. Got the plans, now I have to make some.
Amazing work 👍,the fact that you show/tell about your mistakes 👌
Diablo is such an awesome brand with truly the longest lasting tools and utilities. So sad they don't have any executives in Europe. We have to rely only on Amazon for delivery.
I’ll take four of these, please. Thanks!
Would like to see a "making of" tapering jig
👍👍
I just purchased the plans for this and plan on making this soon, I figure with us being on lock down I may as well do some spring building that I had planned to do later. I can't stand being to idle, can't wait to start the build!
@IsmaeelYA Yes they are, I wouldn't hesitate to make/purchase them again. If I could share a picture of how mine turned out I would.
Hail to the teacher! 😄 You, Pask makes and Tamar 3x3 and another dude who's by far your superior (but who's name keeps alluding me, age, alzheimer's, freudian? nah, who cares) you are the best! For instance: your remarks concerning milling or just buying for the right measure.... that really makes a difference.
Another fabulous video. The clarity and simplicity of the explanations is matched only by the clarity and neatness of the work and product. Inspiring stuff. Thanks for sharing
thanks so much, Tony!
Wow that project came out beautiful. Love the design.
I would definitely like to see your were version of a tapering jig.
Nice material and finished product. Soon you’ll be batching them out like jackman used to.
I sell them some assembly and materials required...aka you get the plans and that's it 😂😂😂
Looks great, but I'm just wondering if it still holds together? I mean I wouldn't really trust the screws and the glue only to hold the backrest.
The chair looks great.
thanks!
I love the MCMish look of this! Great build. Cheers.
Thanks!
these chairs remind me of the furniture my parents had, reduce the size of the wood a little and these would have been very close. will be buying those plans
Looks exactly like a chair I had in my room in college at the frat house. it had been handed down year to year for who knows how long. It was very comfy. That was in the 70's. I guess modern is a point of view.
Modern in furniture-speak is a style that refers to 1950s - 1970s. You're probably thinking of modern as the current time. I see your point, though.
Design is fantastic, colors is great...that chair is amazing my friend! Great build!
Thank you!
@@Fixthisbuildthat you are welcome my friend! congratulations on this one, i realy like it
These chairs came out great! That cedar came out beautifully!
If only it was walnut though...smh :)
Que bonito tu trabajo, por fvor das las medidas de los sillones , gracias .
+1 on the adjustable tapering jig and all others you can dream up.
thanks, Kyle!
That finish is beautiful. No stain? Just sanding sealer and matte urethene? I didn't know cedar could look so nice.
That is a great project and it is amazing how nice the cedar looks with varnish.
yes, turned out great didn't it!
Killer look on that chair!
thanks!
When I saw this chair it was exactly what I want to build I bought the plans and I'm building it next week. question though in the video it doesn't look like you are using glue on a lot of the joints where you are using pocket holes. I'd love to not mess with glue on these joints bit are you sacrificing a lot of needed hold? Great project I'm excited to expand my skills with it
A build of a classic chair style, a bit of Mid Century Modern
Yes, definitely some MCM feel
This is not a " DIY "....This is a professional woodworker building a really nice chair.
I really like that chair and from simple materials it looks great. It was worth watching the video just to see the finish fail. Very informative regarding what components penetrate the wood and how it separated. If nothing else, it convinced me to actually do a test application (which I basically never do). Keep up the great work.
Chair came out amazing Brad! 😍👌🏻 Nice work on the video too! 👍🏻👊🏻
Thanks, Fred!!!
Beautiful. Very nice attention to detail.
thank you!
When you mill down such a large timber, do you worry about varying wood movement due to the different grain orientation?
Taper jig video would be awesome
thanks!
Wow...that finish looks great! Glad you were able to work that out, Brad!
yeah, it was touch and go, but ended up like butter!
Nice. I prefer to use dowel joints though as I think they are better long term.
right on, that would work great. That's the beauty of building, do it the way you like most
I would really enjoy a taper jig build video
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I love the look . The finish is amazing and don't feel bad I've done the same and Still learning lol
It's all a learning process isn't it? :)
That hint on matte finishes was a keeper
@@davidhawley1132 of anyone can learn from my mistakes it's worth sharing!
Iggy Swan makes great and very useful jigs
Great
Great build. Just got a house with a nice outdoor patio. Might need to build a few of these for it
A pair (or more) would look slick together!
Fix This Build That oh yes. Definitely need more then one
Great Project. I am actually building this right now. I am struggling with the proper cushion though. Really liked the ones you used. Can you share where you got them from??
Keep adding those great videos
Thanks
Nice design and execution!
thanks!
Nice wood shop if only had all the same machines . Nice job !
You have a really good channel here. Good content with easy to follow instructions and concise explanations. Also like how you mention what other tools will accomplish the same tasks recognizing that your viewers may not have the same tools.
thanks for the feedback!
Love it, wish I had all these tools to try it out
Would love to see a Tapering jig and any other jig you want
thanks for the feedback!
Thanks for putting the plans together!
you bet! if you build it I'd love to see pics!
really nice chair. over my head, but very nice project for someone who enjoys taking time for the finer details
That's nice enough to go in my office!!!!
Yeah, no joke!
Great build
Hey brad love the video! Idea on the taper jig. How about having another slot routed down the middle and another one at the back with t-track and a block that could have a bolt through it. That way you can have a double duty taper/straight rip jig
Yeah, exactly what I was thinking!
Nice! Love the design. Would like to hear more about choices for outdoor wood finishes. I’m currently refinishing oak slats on an outdoor bench, again. First time used polyurethane and lasted one season. This time bought a marine varnish. I think m headed in the right direction. What you used seems better.
The Total Boat products are definitely marine grade as they primarily are used on boats. But any finish will need maintenance as well. Total Boat suggests a yearly maintenance thin top coat.
Nice work and if you have the patients, I think you would probably make a great wood shop instructor / teacher.
Brad, The seat cushion is 24"x24"x6", but the back seat cushion is shorter. How tall is the back seat cushion?
Would half laps or a bridle joint in the legs/arm rest be a good substitute for the doweled miters?
Hi Brad. These look great. They have quite the Scandinavian look about them. Quick question, though not sure if you answer questions from a 2 year old video! . How comfortable are the chairs? I was thinking of sloping the seat at 5* and the back at 10*. What are your thoughts? I might just grab the plans (convert them to modern numbers) and give it a go. Cheers
Great video, I just bought your plans and will be building these for my patio. I was wondering why you used epoxy rather than waterproof wood glue like Titebond III?
epoxy has a longer open time and those miters dowel corners can get tricky to clamp and keep tight
Nice work. Love the finish.
Muito bom seu projeto... parabéns!
Look forward to more outdoor furniture videos and would love to see a tapering jig video!
will do!
love the tapered legs. nice work!
thanks, Mike!
Would like to see build plans for a couch with this style
Waw that' chair looks fantastic. Awesome build. 👌
thank you!!
I want a chair!
So, the only concern I could think of is the way that the back support attaches to the arms... is there any concern after now having the finished product that the "two screws" aren't sturdy enough to hold the back support to the arms. It seems like this would be a high stress point, at least with my delicate 240# sitting in the chair.... Not saying that it won't hold just curious after a couple of years how they have held up with respect to that joint. Thanks in advance for your reply.
great looking chair!
thanks!
Make the adjustable tapering jig! Cool vid a great chair!
thank you!
Hi Brad. Beautiful chair. Thank you for sharing this build with us.
Is there a reason why you used epoxy instead of glue like Titebond 3? Not questioning your methods, just wanted to know why one is better than the other.
Epoxy is not water based, so it doesn't soak into the end grain as much as water based glue.
my friend ! very good video
Dripping with moistness... :-) Beautiful chairs.
💪💪
Question: What causes the kickback? Is there a way to prevent that?
Very nice work. And looks beautiful. I'm personally not a fan of the modern design, it reminds me of every chair in the lobby of every public building lol.
So impressed with your videos. What a great looking project. Well done.
Thanks!
Nice job!
Very nice! Now do it 3 more times! lol
Best quality and meticulous process way!!!
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Nice Job,. Love the look of them
Thanks, Derek!
This looks awesome! Thank you for showing the mishaps too - they really help. I'd like to see some more jigs too - your style seems well suited to this. One suggestion - either a Sketchup exploded diagram walking through the parts or some sort of picture-in-picture with parts highlighted. I got lost my first time through watching, but the second time was easier to follow since I knew what I was looking at. Keep up the awesome work!
Thanks for the feedback, Alex!
Tapering jig 👍👍
Loved it!
Sweet and modern looking chair Brad! I really need to start using pocket holes more on my channels projects, for some reason I just always seem to forget they exist and I end up over engineering a project lol....and a dowel jig...really need to get one of those too 😂
Also, those sanding discs, do you notice a difference in their performance since they're not as rigid as the standard ones?
@@Craftswright not at all since they basically get their strength from the pad. Seems to cut just as good if not better do to removal of dust so abrasives can work
Fix This Build That interesting. Might have to give them a try since I’m low on 220 discs as it is lol
Really a very nice looking chair. I think your old cedar had a lot to do with the way the finished chair looked.
Yes, the tight grain and color really made it
man what a great job!