Did I Build a Better Adirondack Chair?
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Did I build a better DIY adirondack chair? Don’t settle for the age old outdoor furniture styles, try something new!
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@hoagietime1 9 ай бұрын
I grew up in the Adirondacks, I have missing context to the Adirondack chair. They were designed to sit facing a mountain pond or lake on a slope. Set one of these babys up looking down a hill and you'll get it
@Mark.AW1962 28 күн бұрын
Now it makes sense! Thanks 😊
@lawnmowerdude 9 ай бұрын
The best part of a Adirondack chair is falling into it. The lounging part. What you made (be it a very nice) is a chair. A nice regular chair.
@davidward1259 9 ай бұрын
Glad someone else sees it like I do. I'm getting older and those "on the ground" Adirondack Chairs are a pain to get out of. Anyone with arthritis or other medical conditions would likely agree. I think your revision is the way to go. Oddly enough I had modified a set of traditional plans and printed out the layout sheets but not yet build something very similar to yours. Thanks for posting this video. Guess I need to get back into the shop and make a pair of the updated version!
@MrDmorgan52 9 ай бұрын
Yes, with arthritis and 2 fake knees, it's almost impossible for me to get out of a regular Adirondack. I would like to see the back rounded but not sure how that could be done
@dadjokesanddovetails 9 ай бұрын
The cut off angles for clamping is BRILLIANT!
@yaowsers77 9 ай бұрын
I think for me, I'd like a compromise with the angle. Not as steep as a typical chair but a little more than what you made. Very nice work!
@sbffsbrarbrr 9 ай бұрын
Yes, the chair looks great but it's not an adirondack anymore.
@yaowsers77 9 ай бұрын
@@sbffsbrarbrr oh I get it. That's fine. Haha I just like the design but with just a bit more of an angle is all.
@mrow7598 9 ай бұрын
I was thinking the same thing the Adirondack is more of an outdoor recliner than a chair. But he's right for people who are big its tough to get in and out of one so low to the ground.
@Fixthisbuildthat 9 ай бұрын
yeah, I think that'd be a good idea
@steveferguson1232 9 ай бұрын
That is exactly how my wife wants me to build some. She hates getting out of the traditional one. One thing she wants to keep is the curved back. This was a great video
@alsprettycreations8005 2 ай бұрын
I thought I was the only one who thought Adirondack Chairs sat too low to the ground. I remodeled and built my own version too. In fact, your version is very similar to mine the only difference is I made my back support adjustable. I had the same leg construction as yours. Great job on your upscaled version, it looks great.
@philrafferty8221 9 ай бұрын
I built a couple Adirondack chairs but made them rockers. To get out, simply rock forward. They were a big hit.
@IAmKyleBrown 9 ай бұрын
I think the defining feature of an Adirondack chair is that it's a lounge chair, specifically designed with a notable higher front than back. It's meant to be be relaxing, you plop in and should have no desire to get up. Your changes are nice and make sense for those who have a hard time getting out, but I'd argue this is no longer an Adirondack as it no longer delivers the function of "lounging".
@nunyabidness3075 9 ай бұрын
Exactly my thoughts. He’s created an Adirondack style chair which is an excellent variant which would match for an outside table.
@kutzcd 9 ай бұрын
His is a Brad-irondack 😜
@satxsatxsatx 9 ай бұрын
I agree Brad's seat on this chair is horizontal Perhaps a slight backward slant would bring it more adirondackly but still make it easy to get out of
@tsstahl 9 ай бұрын
The secret is in the name. The Adirondack (as in mountains) chair is meant to be used on a slope. It never was supposed to be used on level ground. Put the chair on slope with your feet downhill and it is actually quite comfortable to use and sit. :)
@AKStovall 9 ай бұрын
@@kutzcd not sure if I should grant you 1 internets, or face palm you into oblivion...
@rashkavar 9 ай бұрын
As someone who lives in BC's coastal rainforest and whose father spends much of his time building trails, I can promise you that cedar is not rotting out on you any time soon. My dad's been using cedar for trail construction for years and even unfinished raw-split wood that gets put in the dirt is just fine years later. And this is wood that is sourced by finding random fallen cedar trees out in the wild that didn't get hauled off by loggers, chainsawing a chunk out of them and splitting them in a process not unlike cutting firewood. Some of that wood has made its way to his workshop, and the only reason the stuff he's planed out can't be sold as tonewood for guitars (his original plan) is that there's some environmental certification needed to do that, and "random BC man carved it out of a dead tree in the wilderness" does not qualify for that certification.
@rickbrenneman3913 9 ай бұрын
Hey Brad, Excellent build! One thing I did when I made my Adirondack chairs was to make the back rounded so it more follows the contour of your back. Just a thought...😅
@lennyf1957 9 ай бұрын
THE BEST THING ABOUT AN ADIRONDACK CHAIR, ASIDE FROM HIS CLASSIC LOOK, IS IT'S ABSOLUTE COMFORT FOR SITTING. EVERY ANGLE EVERY DIMENSION IN MY OPINION IS PERFECT. QUIT MESSING WITH PERFECTION
@GirlsHaveCooties 9 ай бұрын
Absolutely love the design of the Bradirondack Chair. Another awesome project!!! 👍🏼 😉
@ryangrimm9305 9 ай бұрын
STRONGER MOD: Use half-lap joints for the stretchers to the tops of the legs. Likewise some dadoes for the side spreaders to the sides of the seat...stronger. Ease the lower edges of the seat slats, so they can be closer together and less chance of pinching, or a button catching in them. This will also allow for better drainage and drying of the slats when they get wet. You can depend on leaves/pine needles/dirt getting in there and clogging... Of course, ease all edges with round-overs...gotta be nice to the touch, prevent possible splinters. Suggest you cut the corbels at a 45 degree angle, as they way they sit per your build they are liable to split along that vertical grain. Screw them in at that 45 degree angle for strength. Why? BECAUSE SOMEONE (ahem) will sit on those arm rests. Excellent plans.
@yorkshirefazer 9 ай бұрын
great tip on keeping angles offcuts with sandpaper attached! i'm "borrowing" that one for sure! one reason i love watching videos like this, especially when mistakes are made. best way to learn. thanks for the great vids :)
@MonkeySeeProductionsLLC 4 ай бұрын
Really looking forward to these plans. Great Looking Chair.
@sapelesteve 9 ай бұрын
Terrific build Brad! I totally agree with you about those low to the ground Adirondack chairs! They are really & literally a big pain in the butt! 😉😉👍👍
@johnwells3926 9 ай бұрын
Great video! I was just wondering when will the plans be available? Thanks so much for your time
@johniacolino1632 7 ай бұрын
Very interesting and inspirational video. Your modern rendition of a Adirondack chair is gorgeous. Your videos in general are very informative and your approach makes extremely fun and inspiring to watch, please keep them coming.
@TheDalejr881 9 ай бұрын
Looking forward to getting some plans for this build!! I want to make one for myself!!
@kabbiekabuki4917 9 ай бұрын
Great build. You should start a "My Take" series where you rethink ordinary builds and give it your interpretation and design
@mwoody4560 9 ай бұрын
Great project enjoyed the video. It’s also great to see your personal side. I think this is the first video I’ve seen with your whole family. Wonderful looking family, gives me hope.
@munkytaint666 9 ай бұрын
i use Sticky Stuff 3 on all my glue-ups, even on interior projects, b/c it has the longest open time of all the Sticky Stuff variants, and that takes a lot of stress out of glue-ups for me. Sticky Stuff 3 for the win!
@petergray8420 9 ай бұрын
Great job thanks for sharing, looking forward to buying the plans.
@SuperMegaCoffeeGuru 9 ай бұрын
Fix This, Build Thatirondack Chair. Nice as always.
@KiwiKoNZ 9 ай бұрын
“It was stinky.” - Nacho 🤣👍✨
@daviddube2181 9 ай бұрын
I feel the same way! I hate sitting on (in) them. But people love them. I think they get that idealistic picture in their heads of sitting on a mountainside with a beautiful view, holding hands with their love.... Romantic, right? Well, at 61 years old, I'll build and offer your version any day. I bet they will sell 1 for 1 with the traditional Adirondacks. Imo Great job!
@louislandi938 9 ай бұрын
I’ve thought about a modification like this for years. Thanks for actually doing it!
@Ceira 9 ай бұрын
Raised seat, good idea. Should've gone for the curved back though.
@jeffstanley4593 9 ай бұрын
No, you didn't build a better Adirondack chair because you didn't build an Adirondack chair. You just built a chair.
@jimrosson6702 9 ай бұрын
Great build I totally agree never liked Adirondack chairs could never get out of them so this is a great idea thanks for sharing Brad
@broncoramfan 9 ай бұрын
I thought I was the only one who hated how these chairs sink you into the center of the earth. Great job👏I'm adding it to the list of projects
@thenext9537 9 ай бұрын
I agree, I hate that low sitting crap. Makes it hard to get out, no matter who you are.
@jclennon 9 ай бұрын
Couldn’t agree more about not “liking” the experience of sitting/getting out of Adirondack chairs, but I do think they’re cool to look at. We have two that are just yard sculpture-no one will or wants to sit in them!! 😜
@Fixthisbuildthat 9 ай бұрын
yes, they do "look" cool 😂
@subn0rma1 9 ай бұрын
@@Fixthisbuildthat It's a great place to sit your drunk friends if you don't want to have to worry about them until they sober up. It's like a drunk-person-immobilizer
@datadev1 9 ай бұрын
Particularly if you are an octogenarian.
@davidbishop4015 9 ай бұрын
Nice design and build of the chair. Stay safe.
@jimr3510 9 ай бұрын
I’m with you on this Brad.
@BrettsWoodshop 9 ай бұрын
I like the tip of saving the offcuts of different degrees for glue ups. Smart!
@markbly8703 9 ай бұрын
I have been looking for plans for this chair. Thank you! A curved back would be great.
@link-bt4zz 9 ай бұрын
Do you find the design of this chair？
@ridehard4lfe 9 ай бұрын
Literally working on designing one that can sit upright and this is way better of a design. Awesome stuff as always
@seanc.8217 5 ай бұрын
FINALLY, SOMEONE UNDERSTANDS BAD KNEES!!! THANK YOU!!!
@andrewbrown8148 9 ай бұрын
Great looking chair, Brad~! I may have to build a few of those for our deck. Yeah, not getting any younger here and the higher seat height looks like a great feature. Thanks~!
@romeoC9968 9 ай бұрын
Love it, great adaptation. More practical too
@guybowers9094 9 ай бұрын
Great twist on the typical Adirondack chair. Like you, i and i bet many other people do not like the step incline of them so this will be a great option
@HoneyHollowHomestead 9 ай бұрын
YES! I have the same opinion about the adirondack chair as you do! I like your design MUCH better.
@zaneseligman1313 9 ай бұрын
Just finished my first one yesterday - only one I’ve attempted - this is not my favorite piece of furniture- but it’s surprisingly comfortable- I kinda like that it sets close to the ground because enough time in it and imma be drinkin- won’t be as far to fall
@mindyhall4638 9 ай бұрын
Cool chair and loving the new shirt; ordering one this week. Beautiful fam as well!
@davidclauson5256 9 ай бұрын
Great chair!!! Never liked laying down in them. Lol. Gonna have to get the plans and build a few!!
@RoadsterLoverMedia 9 ай бұрын
Perfect summation of the traditional chair. Brilliant redo. Make 8 chairs: 4 for inside and 4 for outside. Finish the indoor set with a matching dining table and you have arrived.
@BlackSmokeDMax 9 ай бұрын
Looks like a perfect chair! Well done
@davidbrock7602 5 ай бұрын
Looking forward to the plans. Feel the same way, too hard to get out of.
@jefftrout2743 9 ай бұрын
I completely agree with you about Adirondack chairs. Never been a fan. However, I did purchase a "bistro set that had a bar height table and stools in Adirondack style that I love.
@jlawhead36 9 ай бұрын
You read my mind!! I’ve always wanted a chair like this but I hated the idea of not every guest being able to use it. I do basic woodworking and I might actually have to attempt this!
@Fixthisbuildthat 9 ай бұрын
It's fairly straightforward, you can do it!
@JamesDeese 9 ай бұрын
Genius adaption!
@gregsettle9725 9 ай бұрын
Rounded back is the way to go. Nice build!
@vernsteinbrecker3759 9 ай бұрын
Great build, likes nice and comfortable
@RealTechSkills 9 ай бұрын
Great project!
@MCsCreations 9 ай бұрын
Fantastic work, Brad! Really beautiful chair!!! 😃 I need to build some as well!!! Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊
@Fixthisbuildthat 9 ай бұрын
thanks, MC!
@briangibbs9926 9 ай бұрын
Awsome content as usual!
@DavZell 9 ай бұрын
Your next project should be a collaboration with a more geeky channel. Make an Adirondack chair that uses some stepper motors and ball screws to lift the seat and help get you out. Then you have the loungeiness with ease of use!
@bmacaulay18 9 ай бұрын
Do that with Colin Furze. Then add wheels and a rocket! 🤣😂🤣😂🤣
@robertnorris1808 9 ай бұрын
I loved your idea and watching you complete it was awesome. I never like the way Adirondack chairs were designed and me being overweight made it almost impossible to get in or out of them. Now watching a person who is a normal weight having the same problems makes me happy to know it wasn't just me and my weight. Beautiful work with a great outcome. I'd buy those chairs anytime and enjoy them.
@TotalBoat 9 ай бұрын
Beautiful build!! 😍😍
@Fixthisbuildthat 9 ай бұрын
Thank you!! 😊
@howler5000 9 ай бұрын
I love the idea about the off cuts!
@Fixthisbuildthat 9 ай бұрын
works great!
@Gantorin 9 ай бұрын
I agree that those chairs sit way too low. I love the upgrade you made to the design. Might think of making myself some. Thanks for sharing.
@JasonGrissom 9 ай бұрын
Great new take on a classic Brad. Hope Chuck likes his new chair.
@WayneSmith-yf3fg 9 ай бұрын
I agree with y ou about the seat height and angle. But the pattern I use had a curved back that I think is much more comfortable.
@captpepin 9 ай бұрын
Great idea I would add a drink holder though.
@suzieriederer9235 9 ай бұрын
I totally share your not love of an Adirondack. LOVE your new version! 😊
@lionlessart 9 ай бұрын
Yes, I love it! As difficult as an Adirondack chair is to get up from even when you're in good health, this version seems so much more disability friendly.
@Fixthisbuildthat 9 ай бұрын
Yeah, those adirondacks are a pain!
@stevewhite7602 5 ай бұрын
Happy to see you using the blade guard😊
@gavinwoodruffmusic 9 ай бұрын
Awesome video Brad!
@Fixthisbuildthat 9 ай бұрын
thanks!
@HyperactiveNeuron 9 ай бұрын
Your OCD attention to detail like wanting the slats all drilled in the exact same spot makes my OCD very happy 🤣
@WackyKayaky 9 ай бұрын
Maybe it’s just me but I’m always happy for woodworkers when they are able to buy a festool product. Yes they’re expensive but they are extremely accurate and efficient.
@electricalron 9 ай бұрын
Nice video Brad!
@hoofhearted79 9 ай бұрын
Bradirondak perhaps? Great work.
@jesseelovaas 9 ай бұрын
Yus!!! I HATE how low the Adirondack chairs are for my somewhat larger 6’2” frame. This looks great.😊
@lyndabuchholz1216 9 ай бұрын
Love your chair!! I can' get out of the regular Adirondack chairs.
@davidbrock7602 9 ай бұрын
Please let us know when you post or make available plans for you Adirondack chairs. Thank you. Plus the chairs look great and much more practiable
@MANSHED 9 ай бұрын
12:50 “I don’t EAT coffee” ☕️ 😂
@Fixthisbuildthat 9 ай бұрын
i mean honestly I don't, lol
@shopteach56 9 ай бұрын
Thanks for doing a project with table saw splitter and blade guide
@gregmize01 9 ай бұрын
"Why is it taped?" "DONT WORRY ABOUT IT." 😂😂😂😂
@Fixthisbuildthat 9 ай бұрын
kids ask too many questions
@lmfarms4611 9 ай бұрын
Thank you, I have a friend with bad knees. This will be perfect for both of use!
@guyh.4553 9 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for the re-design! I can't stand traditional Adirondack chair because I can't get out of them. I'm saving this one!
@mattwalch2973 9 ай бұрын
Bradirondack chair, I like it 😎😎
@jaush69 9 ай бұрын
I grew up in the north east and I’ve always hated how Adirondack chairs are shaped. This is a severe improvement. I’ve been wanting to make one similar to what you came up with for a while now. It might be time.
@justinsmall756 9 ай бұрын
now make a long bench in the same style good enough for 2 to 3 people with dobble sided arm rest between each person would look cool
@mcheddadi 9 ай бұрын
That gulp and ahhhh at the end was so satisfying . :D
@risalangdon9883 9 ай бұрын
I'm with ya! Can't stand the low angle of those chairs! Might as well just be sitting on the ground. Definitely end up with back pain the next day.
@MattR759 9 ай бұрын
Chuck is back!!! WhooHoo!!!
@bbasselgia1963 26 күн бұрын
Love this channel, following your Shed build. Any idea when the plans will be available for this chair. I really like the design and would love to try to build some, and don't see them on your website yet.
@Sebastopolmark 9 ай бұрын
Yes you did! !! !!!
@luemn7691 9 ай бұрын
From the thumbnail I already knew it had to be better.
@Ms.Cats-if.you.please 9 ай бұрын
I am with you! I have always hated Adirondack chairs for the same reasons. They’re hard to get in and out of! You’ve definitely built a better one ♥️♥️♥️
@clifflyons3612 9 ай бұрын
Did exactly this some time ago. I can adapt my chairs to the person the chair is for.
@KSFWG 9 ай бұрын
Great chair Brad !!! 👍👍👍👍👍 Five Outta Five !!!!!
@Fixthisbuildthat 9 ай бұрын
thanks, brother!
@janejdough2230 9 ай бұрын
Awesome!
@jerrymiller276 9 ай бұрын
Now you need to make one that has an adjustable back rest. That'll make it pefect!
@sambrock2701 Ай бұрын
Any news on when these plans will hit the website??? Looking to build for the summer :)
@Stillworks 9 ай бұрын
Try Spanish cedar which is going to have the same properties with much fewer knots
@zeendaniels5809 8 ай бұрын
That's a cool chair. My only nitpick is the back rest... A curved one would feel even better imo.
@zaneseligman1313 9 ай бұрын
The issue with this modification is: if you turn a table into a chair- you don’t have a table anymore
@Bezgels 9 ай бұрын
turn your chair into a table
@zaneseligman1313 9 ай бұрын
@@Bezgels just keep turning it back and forth from a table to a chair..🤔… I like it!!
@zaneseligman1313 8 ай бұрын
@@Bezgels I believe once I’ve mastered that, I’m gonna turn my car into a house, and my house into a bank, and these water maple leaves into $100 bills- I will let you know how it goes!