How to Build an Outdoor Sofa EASY

How to Build an Outdoor Sofa EASY | With Building Plans

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Күн бұрын

Hey friends, let's build an outdoor sofa! To be honest, this was a much easier build than I expected it to be and it turned out even better than I expected, too!
I built it in just one day (filming it at that...which makes everything take way longer). But, full disclosure, I did come back the next day and disassemble it to change one thing about the design. If I hadn't been filming it to show you guys, I wouldn't have had to disassemble and reassemble for the camera haha. I could have just swapped a couple pieces.
So TECHNICALLY it took me two days. But it should only take you one :)
Lucky for you, you don't have to deal with design changes because I've provided the step by step build plans so all you have to do is grab your materials and get started. You'll be lounging on your new outdoor couch by the end of the weekend.
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Kreg XL Pocket Hole Jig: amzn.to/3MR78fq
Sander
Materials:
(2) 4x4x8 posts
(1) 2x2x8 board
(8) 2x4x8 boards
4″ XL exterior pocket hole screws: amzn.to/43PH9vR
2 ½” exterior wood screws
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Wood Glue (exterior rated)
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction
00:19 Figuring Sizing Based on Cushions
01:21 Building Outdoor Sofa Side Frames
04:46 Adding Back Framing
05:36 Installing Front Supports
06:16 Adding Back Slat Supports
07:11 Adding Back Corner Slats
07:47 Cutting and Assembling Middle Support
10:05 Attaching Remaining Slats
11:03 Apply Sealer
11:33 FINAL REVEAL!

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@kentgreer3891 Жыл бұрын

This is the first design I've seen on KZfaq that doesn't have a flat seating surface. Bravo...our backsides thank you!

@Joshua.zero29 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant enough to stand out from the pack of the many outdoor sofa designs saturating the youtube algorithm, but minimalist enough to give even me the confidence needed to attempt the build. 10/10!

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thank you!! I was afraid it would be too simple, but sometimes simple is good 🙌 so glad you enjoyed it. Have a wonderful weekend!

@petegandersen 3 ай бұрын

The plans were fantastic and saved me a lot of time building my 2 couches. I ended up extending the couch to fit 4 cushions which maxes out what you can get out of 8ft boards, using 2 middle supports instead of 1, and it's ROCK solid.

@lisaneedham-go9ik Ай бұрын

Your videos, designs and explanations are always so well done and easy to follow. We bought the plans and built this--our first real woodworking experience. We made a few oopsies, some because we are not excellent with angles, but the outcome still looked amazing. And it will never blow away in our Kansas wind. Thank you so much for your planning and videos. We will be making the chairs to match next.

@papascruffy 3 ай бұрын

Nice, I'm putting a roof over our patio and the wife is wanting some furniture down there, this should be a good piece! Love your work!

@brewster3987 Жыл бұрын

Don't you just love it when the angles work together to make the most basic materials into a striking and elegant design? And it's perfect for an outdoor set. This is one chunky boy of a sofa! I didn't know about the super-size Kreg jig! I have always thought that the 2" screws into 2x material was the most you could get out of the Kreg system. I also love those Timber-Lok style screws. No one should worry about the strength of that frame between the larger Kreg screws and the timber screws... I could tell when you were maneuvering the frame around that it wasn't racking at all. Your parents are getting a beautiful and functional furniture set for their outdoor space. Really well done! P.S. I don't think I've ever been the first commenter on anything before... I got here by following the rabbit trail from your Insta post to your blog. P.P.S. Love the new cold open style and the playful transitions! P.P.P.S. The grass looks fine...🤣

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Wow you are FAST. No one was supposed to see this until next weekend! 🤣 I went ahead and uploaded it so I could get ahead on my schedule but left it unlisted so I figured no one would see it 😅 but you found it! Ha! I’m so glad I could introduce you to the giant pocket holes and screws. I finally got it out of the box and now I feel like I want to use it on more stuff 🤣 Also happy to hear you liked the cold intro. I feel like every video lately I’m trying something new to see how it goes. So far nothings working 🤣🙈 but maybe this will be the winner ahaha. Also also…glad you didn’t notice how I only mowed a circle around the sofa just for the photos 😆 I always appreciate your kind words and happy to have you following along. Thank you…sincerely. Have a wonderful weekend! 🙌

@psustudent2 Жыл бұрын

Just wanted to share that I love the plans! Thank you for building and posting. It’s inspired me to attempt my own little Etsy shop for patio furniture locally out of my garage. These look very expensive and stylish yet simple and budget friendly. I’ll post pictures if it when/if I complete it this weekend. God Bless!

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I’m so glad to hear you liked them and have been inspired. Would love to see your finished project when you complete it! Have a great weekend and happy building!

@jodibraun6383 Жыл бұрын

I love this design. So simple, but so beautiful. Great job & thanks so much for sharing! Your parents must have been thrilled! 😊

@nobuckle40 Жыл бұрын

They're going to love it! I loved making furniture for my folks when they were alive. May the Lord allow you to have many wonderful memories sharing that sofa with them.

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

I just delivered it today and they loved them (the sofa and the matching chairs). I’m sorry to hear your parents have passed. I’m grateful for every day I still have mine. The older I get, the more I appreciate them. Thank you for watching 💕 I truly appreciate you following along.

@janierlarcheveaux3057 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for including the assumptions for the measurements. I can easily adapt this build for a love seat with different cushions.

@Juanro_7 Жыл бұрын

Looks solid. I would round the edges for comfort. Adds that next level of comfort

@craiggoodwin9704 Жыл бұрын

Shara, this looks like a great Father's Day project. Or even better a great sofa for a Father's Day nap! You make it look so easy but I bet by the end the weight was adding up. I think you should get a hard hat for Bubby if he is going to continue to inhabit the construction site! The weather here is a bit cool for this time of the year. (60 to low 70's and cooler at night) It's great for working outdoors but I keep switching from shorts to blue jeans and the day goes by. Hope your are doing well and get the chance to spend some quality time with your parents this weekend. Thanks for Sharing! 🙃🙃🙂

@mollykrieg2510 Жыл бұрын

I’ve been wanting to build an outdoor sofa for a while and have been watching every video I could find on the topic on KZfaq. However, as soon as I saw your video show up on my feed, I knew that’s the one I want even before I watched your video. Your design and plans are simple yet always good looking! Thank you for the wonderful video! Can’t wait to watch the chair video.

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

I do appreciate this comment. Thank you and I’m so happy to hear you liked the design and enjoy the plans and videos. 🙌 happy building and I promise I’ll have the chair video our very soon 😊

@jamespatrick5348 Жыл бұрын

Such a good communicator and brilliant design. I will use for my patio. Thanks!

@scooterwardynski5198 7 ай бұрын

Downloaded the plans and completed mine yesterday. First time trying woodworking. Very happy with how it turned out!

@WoodshopDiaries 7 ай бұрын

Amazing! Hope you enjoy it!

@lazarousjam 20 күн бұрын

You are a smart, strong, amazing, and beautiful person. Thanks for sharing

@TheLesleymackay Жыл бұрын

I'd be super interested to see this as an L-shaped sofa! I made a super basic one out of 2x6s for now but eventually, I'd definitely like to make one that's a little more professional looking like this!

@muskiet8687 4 ай бұрын

I like your idea and will probably build this. I'll probably make a few changes, like adding slats to be able to sit on this without cushions as well, rounding the top and arm rests, and making it a two-seater with two identical chairs. Thank you for a great foundation!

@lovejones7545 Жыл бұрын

Shara, there's no such thing as a long introduction when it comes to your videos! My favorite part of all your videos! This outdoor sofa looks amazing and very well built. Looks better than a lot of outdoor furniture I've seen in stores. Can't wait to see the matching chairs.🤙🏾💯

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thank you so Lucy! I’m so glad you enjoy the videos (even the ramblings haha). I truly appreciate you following along and I hope you have a wonderful weekend. I’ll be sharing the matching chairs soon 🙌

@mon2dan Жыл бұрын

You are truly so awesome!! Love love seeing your videos!!

@cjortiz7917 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful gift to your parents!!!

@frankstoverpurebloodsaltya6441 Жыл бұрын

Well done young lady!!! Enjoy watching women engaged in the art of woodworking.. ( I've taught my daughters) blessing!!

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

I’m sure your daughters appreciate you teaching and encouraging them! Thanks so much for watching!

@roshinipadmaperuma4317 2 күн бұрын

I love this style u built. Txs.

@jerrodc8743 Жыл бұрын

Awesome. Waiting on the chair so I can build the set!!

@mcalicci Жыл бұрын

Beautifully done!

@cliff5240 4 ай бұрын

Looks very nice, great job!

@rickpouley2857 Жыл бұрын

Love this project! Can not wait to see your matching chairs!!

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I promise I’ll share them very soon! 🙌

@sandman2651 Жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed watching this build shara, its good to see different designs that look amazing

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! So glad you enjoyed it. Have a wonderful weekend!

@myronbedner989 Жыл бұрын

Another great video and a great job on the outdoors sofa

@espnmk Жыл бұрын

I would seriously put that in my living room, conversation piece... great build looks amazing thanks for sharing.

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

I mean who says it’s for outdoor only? Haha! Thank you! I appreciate you watching and hope you have a great weekend!

@SawdustmakerLori Жыл бұрын

That sofa turned out GREAT!!! Your parents are going to be thrilled. Looking forward to seeing the chairs if you decide to show them. I still think you need to build a nice bench or something to put out by your beautiful garden or you could use your Adirondack chairs out there. That giant Kreg system will come in useful with all the projects you've been doing with 4 x 4's lately. It was fun to see Bubby checking out the sofa and giving it his stamp of approval!

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I’ll be sharing the chairs very soon! 🙌 the bench is still on my list 😉 one of these days I’ll get around to building it haha. Bubby is such good company…he likes to be in the way but I appreciate that he’s involved. I hope you have a wonderful weekend and thank you so much for watching!

@marktracy Жыл бұрын

Your timing was perfect on this one. We just bought a new house, and patio furniture is on the list of projects for this summer. Looks great. Thanks for sharing!

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Yes!! Congratulations on the new place! I hope this inspires you as you furnish it. Happy building!

@SQLKC 3 ай бұрын

Plan buyer of all three pieces... good job

@you78mas Жыл бұрын

Awesome build! Cute cat! 🐱 Thank you for sharing! 👍🏼👌🏼😊

@pteddie6965 Жыл бұрын

Great looking bench, Shara. I'm sure that your parents will enjoy it this summer. Thanks for the video and plans.

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I just delivered it today and they loved them 🙌 I hope you have a great weekend!

@stevedsouza9843 3 ай бұрын

A great summer project!

@johnkelley9877 Жыл бұрын

Not only does it look good but it looks nice and sturdy! Excellent work on this bench. Thanks for sharing it.

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching! So glad you enjoyed the project 😊 have a great weekend!

@williampandaholiday Жыл бұрын

Great quality, thanks for sharing

@Johnlewissawmill 8 ай бұрын

That’s a beautiful bench, nice job. Keep up the beautiful work.

@PakiPigeonsCanada 5 ай бұрын

Great design. Saves lots of wood too. All other vids I have watched kind of over do it. Well done

@ChrisPollard 11 ай бұрын

Fantastic work! That sofa will last for many, many years.

@trido3815 10 ай бұрын

Beautiful job!!

@jhold7553 Жыл бұрын

Finally, this is the first outdoor sofa I've actually liked.

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it! I appreciate you watching!

@ryanmcdonagh2082 2 ай бұрын

You look beautiful and like what you're doing and you're beautiful too on top of that

@carolvalentine2407 Жыл бұрын

I always look forward your projects.

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate that 💕 thanks so much for following along!

@lamiglass1 Жыл бұрын

That turned out pretty awesome

@johndean4810 10 ай бұрын

Love it! Just purchased the plans from your shopify. Grabbed the coffee table and chair plans too! It's going to be my Labor Day weekend project.

@WoodshopDiaries 10 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for your support of my small business! Happy building!

@NLeary Жыл бұрын

I haven't even seen the chairs yet, but I'm already planning to build them! This outdoor sofa is just perfect - thanks for doing all the hard "figuring out" for me. ;)

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

So glad you like the design! I’ll be sharing the chairs hopefully this weekend! 🙌

@antoinettegarcia2224 Жыл бұрын

Projects like these are where you can truly see your math background come to life, this was flawlessly executed! Always love what you create and this one is no exception, it’s stunning!

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

You’re so kind. Thank you so much for watching and I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed the design and the video! I hope you have a great weekend 😎

@antoinettegarcia2224 Жыл бұрын

@@WoodshopDiaries Thank you, you do the same! And by the way, *LOVED* the new cold open!

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thank you!! Every video I try to do something new and see if anyone notices haha. I’m kind of digging it too. May try it on a few more videos. I’m obviously not a professional videographer so it’s all trial and error with the edits around here 🤣

@antoinettegarcia2224 Жыл бұрын

@@WoodshopDiaries 😂😂 you definitely should, it was so good!

@franks122 Жыл бұрын

Excellent job as always, thanks for sharing.

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching! Have a great weekend!

@hArPyY40 Жыл бұрын

Awesome built always 👍

@donniemullins2719 Жыл бұрын

great build and on my project list

@pmapaez 8 ай бұрын

I just love the work you do

@sillydaisy11017 Жыл бұрын

Wow, beautiful design!!!😍😍 You just have a way for making simple things look so elegant! Can’t wait for the chairs!!!

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

I love simple 😉😅 I appreciate you watching and I promise to have the chair video out very soon 🙌 have a great weekend!

@melissaabraham8826 Жыл бұрын

Love the couch build can’t wait to see the chairs that will match great job

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I can’t wait to share the chairs. I promise it’ll be soon! 🙌

@stevedockery3534 Жыл бұрын

Love the outdoor bench. I think your angles, legs & back are spot on. Your videos are awesome.

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I was worried the design was going to be too simple, but sometimes simple is good 😁 I’m glad you liked it! Thanks for watching!

@JohnDoe-lc9yj 11 ай бұрын

Really great design. Definitely a quality piece of furniture for an affordable amount of money.

@sunshinedesignsandmore4074 3 ай бұрын

Wow! Awesome job! ❤

@SkyfalconTin Жыл бұрын

I think your patio chair is the only one on youtube that I like. Also thanks for the cushion link. I can’t find a good one on the internet.

@christinasimmons8325 Ай бұрын

Really nice.

@bradhale7520 Жыл бұрын

Nice work my friend.

@jerrychetty2524 Ай бұрын

Awesome work you are very good at this! 😍😎

@jasonthomas1760 Жыл бұрын

Looking amazing Shara! The couch looks good too😊

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Haha thank you! I appreciate you watching and hope you have a great weekend!

@JR_onYT Ай бұрын

Looks great!

@danielhanawalt4998 3 ай бұрын

Noe of the better designs I've seen.

@Nob-ks5uf Жыл бұрын

Amazing result ❤

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I appreciate you watching!

@zhyvchikbos Ай бұрын

Nice and inspiring video! I will probably also make a sofa for the garden!

@jimrosson6702 Жыл бұрын

Looks great very cool build

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I hope you have a great weekend!

@alvarozamora4700 Жыл бұрын

Excelente trabajo

@morrisonsusan 7 ай бұрын

Loved it!

@edilsonnascimento4148 Жыл бұрын

Essa mulher Mada muito bem parabéns 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

@patrickperson1252 Жыл бұрын

a nouveau une nouvelle superbe réalisation Sarah félicitations sincère patrick

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I appreciate you watching!

@blankreg420 Жыл бұрын

sweet project much peace and love

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I hope you have a wonderful weekend!

@chaudoyedavid2519 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this job. You're the best 😊

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I appreciate you watching!

@Ricko1962 Жыл бұрын

Awesome job as usual! 😊

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I appreciate you watching!

@TM-it1vr 7 ай бұрын

Very cost-effective and practical

@timothycreasy2161 Жыл бұрын

That is a beefy looking outdoor sofa. I guess being made of cedar makes it manageable to move around. You are so rite, build the unit to fit the cushion Very nice Ms. Shara

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

It’s quite beefy haha. Cedar is fairly lightweight but it’s still pretty heavy. Thankfully not as heavy as it would have been with treated wood though 🥴 I hope you have a great weekend and I really appreciate you watching!

@rodpotts2666 Жыл бұрын

Another great video, Girl knocking it out.

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thank you! 🙌 I really appreciate you watching!

@harkiratsinghbhullar Жыл бұрын

Very good job dear

@oatechaosincycles Жыл бұрын

I'll bet cutting all of that cedar smelled so good!

@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr Жыл бұрын

Very nice build of outdoor furniture for your parents! They are going to enjoy this very much! I always admire your step by step approach and your plans always mirror your instruction video. Glad that Bubby was a big help as usual and I suppose that Lucy was admiring your work off camera! lol…. Have a great weekend and keep on building!

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I’m so glad you enjoyed the video 😊 Lucy always likes to chill right outside the shop door unless it’s raining. We haven’t had rain in several weeks 🙈 But Bubs likes to be in the middle of the action haha. I hope you had a great weekend and I really appreciate you watching!

@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr Жыл бұрын

@@WoodshopDiaries …. We did indeed have a great weekend up in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Townsend! We had a great time for a close to home vacation! Thanks very much and I tell everyone about your channel. I hope it inspires at least one more person!

@MCsCreations Жыл бұрын

Amazing work, Shara! Beautiful sofa!!! 😃 Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I hope you have a wonderful weekend! 🙌

@andrewlabate6553 6 ай бұрын

love ur video’s!!

@robertrobinson3525 Жыл бұрын

Looks amazing

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@SHRI_the_DIY_Warrior 2 ай бұрын

Good job 😊

@amos616 Жыл бұрын

Gorgeous! Can’t wait to get our pergola up and build this for it! 🤩

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

A pergola! I love a nice pergola set up 🙌 Im jealous 😅 haha I’m sure you will enjoy it. Happy building!

@amos616 Жыл бұрын

@@WoodshopDiaries ditto! Concrete is getting poured for it in two weeks and we’ve had the pergola kit in the garage forever (life kinda took over for a bit!) so it’ll be SO nice to get it up finally and furnished - not to mention more space in the garage / workshop without it in there!

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

That’s amazing! Good luck with the set up!

@samme5513 Жыл бұрын

Very nice looks cool

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I appreciate you watching!

@DMAG-3200 Жыл бұрын

Good morning Shara, that came out very nice. Another great idea and great build. I love how bubby was so concerned he was in the way 😂 LOL! Have a nice weekend.

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Good morning! Thank you! Yeah bubby is always concerned about his placement. He needs to make sure he’s in the way as much as possible 🤣 I hope you have a great weekend as well and I appreciate you watching! 🙌

@jackfoxxx68 Жыл бұрын

I love this! I'm going to build one to put around our new pool! Thank you so much for the video! Your parents are lucky to have someone so skilled. What do you think about putting a 1/4 round on some of the edges to give it a softer feel?

@dioniciorosado7763 Жыл бұрын

Wow so beatyfull❤

@deborahhaynes8361 Жыл бұрын

Your mom is going to love this outdoor couch

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Just delivered it today. They loved them 🙌

@polgartibor1958 Жыл бұрын

Sarah you ist one amazing Woman , thank for video !!!!!

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I appreciate you watching!

@tinaedwards7044 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Have a great weekend!

@ralphfurley123 19 күн бұрын

Very nice! ☮️🖖🏽

@heatherroydiy Жыл бұрын

Looks great! I was looking at pattio furniture for our back deck! and I think I'm going to build this instead! I can not wait for the chairs!

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

That’s awesome to hear! Happy building! I enjoyed every second of building these and if you go for it, I hope you do as well! I’ll be sharing the chairs very soon 🙌

@Jacq28 Жыл бұрын

Awesome build, can’t wait for the chairs! Could you do a beginner woodworking video? Being a beginner myself I’m still having a hard time (still intimidated by the table saw) but a lot of your builds are on my project list because I appreciate the way you explain everything so well, so I’d love to hear your opinion on the beginner side of things or what you recommend/don’t recommend

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Hi! Have you checked out my “getting started” resources? I’ve got tons of tips and posts about tools, basic how tos, picking and buying lumber, etc here: www.woodshopdiaries.com/getting-started/

@optimusal7905 Жыл бұрын

Nice project, will build one

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Happy building! 🙌

@michaelturname2749 Жыл бұрын

SUPER Love from Poland ;)

@bearsstuff Жыл бұрын

It's absolutely beautiful! And looks incredibly sturdy for a svelte person such as myself...

@WoodshopDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I may or may not have jumped on it a little for testing. Held up well 😅🤣 I appreciate you watching and hope you have an amazing weekend!

@bearsstuff Жыл бұрын

@@WoodshopDiaries You too!