Posted in Garden furniture

Do-it-yourself chaise lounge for a summer residence: 200 photos + schemes, instructions

chaise lounge for a summer residence chaise lounge for a summer residence

If you have a plot outside the city, you probably don't mind relaxing in the sun on a summer day. To do this, you just need a deck chair to give, because they were invented in order to enjoy sunbathing. And if some people prefer to buy such a thing, then others can do it on their own and save money. A deck chair can be made from available materials very simply - even a novice master can handle the assembly process.

 

Here, for example, this lounger chair in the photo. Looks like a storefront, right? In fact, it is made by hand.. Naturally, this is not the easiest option, it will be necessary to tinker with metal pipes, but it is reliable. Basically, if you want to do everything yourself, it is better to make a wooden structure. The simplest thing is fabric deck chairg, although many prefer wooden deck chairs.

 

Do-it-yourself plank bed

wooden sunbedHow do you like this original design? Usually standard sunbeds are made on legsbut if you want something original, then this is a good idea. Simple manufacturing scheme, original form. In the step-by-step photographs, it is clear that it is not at all difficult to assemble such a sunbed. The main nuance cut the ends of the sidewalls at the right angleto get a solid “broken” design.

View the embedded image gallery online at:
https://i.expert-h.com/en/mebel-dlya-sada/917#sigFreeIdf655821773

 

deck chair with adjustable backrestLounger with adjustable backrest

 

It is very convenient if the sunbed has an adjustable backthen you can sit and lie. In principle, most designs provide such a mechanism, it is not difficult to make it with your own hands. The photos below show the assembly order. Pay attention to the last photo of how the sunbed will look in a horizontal position, the dowel sits above the last plank on the back. And yet, after finishing work, fill the holes with wood filler or plugs.

View the embedded image gallery online at:
https://i.expert-h.com/en/mebel-dlya-sada/917#sigFreeIdb53bb82861

sunbed on wheels... on wheels

If we talk about comfort, it’s not bad for our plank bed with adjustable backrest and castors. Of course, you can change the shape a little, step-by-step photos show how the structure is made. In principle, the scheme is the same, only add wheels for transportation.

 

It should be borne in mind that the front and rear legs will be of different heights, so that it is possible to attach wheels. Then you will need to calculate the height of the wheels and drill a hole in the back of the legs at a distance that is equal to the same distance as in the bottom of the wheel to the axis of the hole. note that the hole should be slightly larger in diameterthan the axis you are using. So, they don’t spoil the view, but it’s more convenient to use.

 

View the embedded image gallery online at:
https://i.expert-h.com/en/mebel-dlya-sada/917#sigFreeId74dc759a39

 

DIY wooden deck chair

 

wooden chaise lounge for a summer residenceAnother option for a wooden deck chair for a summer residence. The idea is very simple and affordable for self-production. The design consists of two parts that can be fixed in various positions. It is convenient for transportation and there will be no problems with storage, this whole thing develops and practically does not take up space.

This is how it looks.
wooden chaise lounge for a summer residencewooden chaise lounge for a summer residence

 

 

 

 

 

 

Perhaps the hardest part is making arcsIt is advisable to have a special tool. In the photo you see how the template is made, the dimensions are shown in the previous photo. Then, with the help of a mill, the part itself is made.
wooden chaise lounge for a summer residence
Also need a template for crossbars. The following shows how to make holes for the back. As you can see, you will need clamps and a workbench. If you have all of these tools, you can do this. The template is needed for accuracy, all the same it will be necessary to drill about twenty bars.
wooden chaise lounge for a summer residence
You can grind two arcs at the same time. Then, using clamps, the parts are glued together.
do-it-yourself wooden deck chair
That's all, it remains to collect a deck chair and lock in your desired position.

wooden chaise lounge for a summer residence

 

do-it-yourself sunbedSimple wooden sunbed for a summer residence

 

Here is another version of a wooden plank bed, which is not difficult to do with your own hands. Below are diagrams and step-by-step photos.

 

 

 

 

View the embedded image gallery online at:
https://i.expert-h.com/en/mebel-dlya-sada/917#sigFreeId9c3bbe4a22

 

fabric chaise loungeFabric chaise lounge

 

For labor costs, the easiest way to make a fabric chaise longue. A simple folding design is presented here. Suitable not only for giving, you can take with you on a hike to nature, the beach, but even with pleasure you will use at home.

 

 

 

 

The photo shows circuit andsizesAs you can see, a lot of materials will not be needed.
fabric chaise lounge
The frame assembly is shown here, you need to start from the back.
fabric chaise loungefabric chaise lounge

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

We fasten the structure so that the nuts do not loosen, lock them with locknuts.
fabric chaise lounge
When the frame is ready, you can fix the fabric, the main condition is that it is durable. For reliability, fold it in half and sew. The fabric is installed in the bend of the rod between the trims.

fabric chaise lounge

do-it-yourself lounger chairArmchair chaise lounge made of PVC pipes

An interesting way to make a do-it-yourself chaise lounge chair. Do not be afraid that you need to use PVC pipes for this. In fact, it’s easy to work with this material, using a gas burner the pipe can be given any shape. Joints hold well on a special glue, or as they call it “cold welding”. In general, plastic pipes have a lot of advantages - strong, light, and unlike iron, do not rust. Using adapters and nozzles, you can create any kind of collapsible structures. A vivid example of this is a comfortable chair.

View the embedded image gallery online at:
https://i.expert-h.com/en/mebel-dlya-sada/917#sigFreeId729bae1bf7

lounge chair for a summer residenceDIY sunbed chair

 

This is true, not quite a lounger, such a summer cottage version of a street chair, quite suitable to play the role of a deck chair. The chair has no rear legs, i.e. all emphasis goes to the frameYou can sit comfortably and enjoy your vacation. Below are step-by-step photos of how to make this miracle of country comfort.

 

View the embedded image gallery online at:
https://i.expert-h.com/en/mebel-dlya-sada/917#sigFreeId533467cf2c

 

do-it-yourself loungerLounger made of birch logs

Today, everything is natural and environmentally friendly. If you want to join this trend, make a deck chair of birch logs - A creative way to add a unique piece of furniture. This is easy enough to do, and will not cost much even if you have to pay for the logs. Metal tape and brackets will help to give the desired shape.

 

View the embedded image gallery online at:
https://i.expert-h.com/en/mebel-dlya-sada/917#sigFreeIdd161070226

 

 

Schemes of assembly of chaise lounges and plank beds

 

All these sun loungers and sunbeds can be done with your own hands, so if you want to make your stay in the cottages comfortable, get down to business. Naturally, everything can be bought, but it will not bring such satisfaction as made by yourself. Here are diagrams and drawings, according to which you can assemble any design.

View the embedded image gallery online at:
https://i.expert-h.com/en/mebel-dlya-sada/917#sigFreeId4a146cf84b

If you have not yet decided which option of a chaise lounge is more suitable, look through this gallery, here everything that is presented on the Internet. Or almost everything :)

View the embedded image gallery online at:
https://i.expert-h.com/en/mebel-dlya-sada/917#sigFreeIdab82165e8b

 

 

Hello, I am the author of this article, so I look forward to asking questions for this article in the comments below, I will answer all !!!

 

If you have questions on another topic, ask them on our forum, we will answer you

We advise you to read:

How to make a shelf ...