Working outdoors brings a lot of pleasure. But if you have to tackle a serious project that requires considerable physical effort, then at the end of the day you feel tired. You can quickly restore strength in different ways. One of them is relaxing on a wooden deck chair with a glass of soft drink in hand. Such furniture can be purchased at a furniture showroom or made with your own hands.

Types of structures

Traditionally, chaise lounges for summer cottages are made in the form of structures that resemble chair-beds, in which the upper part is similar to the back of a chair, and the lower part is like a small sofa. The main advantage of such models is the ability to change the position of the backrest. Depending on the design, there are several types of sun loungers:

• in the shape of a rocking chair;
• hanging;
• anatomical;
• folding

In order to make it easier to move wooden sun loungers, special wheels are often added to the design, which allow them to be transported to any place.

A special type of sun loungers are anatomical devices for the garden, which exactly follow the curves of the human body.. You can talk about their convenience and practicality only after purchasing such pieces of furniture.

Some manufacturers are trying to offer non-standard wooden sun loungers for summer cottages, so they involve designers in their work to jointly create devices for relaxation of unusual shapes. Such models are more expensive than usual, but if you want to surprise your guests with the fancy shapes of a chaise lounge, then you should still think about buying such furniture.

Thanks to the presence of a hanging mount, the sun loungers allow the owner to swing while relaxing on it. To install such a device on a metal frame, a clamp is used, which provides it with high reliability. Such a structure can be placed in shady place or it can be installed at the top of a special part in the form of a small visor. Rocking in such a lounge chair will bring nothing but pleasure.

Instead of a stable, solid support, you can add rounded hoop legs to the design of the chaise lounge. Then it can be used as a rocking chair. Similar model can be installed anywhere. If desired, it can be folded and moved to another part of the site or a special place that was chosen for relaxation.

It is no coincidence that more and more summer residents are thinking about making a sun lounger. This device attracts them with its functional features:

• The garden lounger provides maximum comfortable conditions to relax the spine and the muscles located next to it. In the reclining position, the back muscles, which are subject to particularly high loads when working in the beds, relax as much as possible.
• The sun loungers are not only easy to use, but also easy to fold, allowing you to move them from one place to another.
• Design features allow the owner to special effort change the backrest tilt from a sitting to a lying position.
• A wonderful decoration for a summer cottage that will look great not only in the garden, but also on the veranda. A chaise longue can give country house stylish and beautiful look.
• A great way to relax for people of different sizes. Due to their high reliability, such devices can easily withstand up to 100 kg of live weight.

Material selection

Traditionally, chaise lounges for summer cottages are made of wood. They are distinguished by environmental safety, ease of operation and affordable price.

But wood is not the only material from which a chaise lounge can be made. Manufacturers also use other materials to make them:

• plywood;
• textile;
• corrugated cardboard;
• logs;
• wooden pallets;
• rattan;
• plastic;

Plastic is quite often chosen for the manufacture of sun loungers, which are installed next to natural bodies of water and in swimming pools.

Advantages and disadvantages

Wood is popular as a material for making sun loungers for the garden due to the following advantages:

• low price;
• availability;
• ease of care;
• environmental friendliness.

The only drawback is low resistance to decay, which can be increased through special processing.

Often, chaise lounges for summer cottages are made of metal, which has the following positive properties:

• high strength;
• low weight, which can be achieved through the use of an aluminum frame in combination with a fabric middle.

To make such a chaise lounge, the owner must have welding skills to create a frame. Such a lounger must also be treated with anti-corrosion compounds, otherwise it will not last long.

U plastic structures The following advantages can be highlighted:

• light weight;
• unusual design solutions;
• no need for special care;
• low price.

Plastic sun loungers have very low strength and do not withstand the aggressive influence of climate. Not everyone has enough experience and knowledge to independently build a deck chair from this material for a summer house.

Preparing for work

Before you start making a chaise lounge, you need to think about the materials and tools that you will need to create it. Much here depends on the chosen model. A fairly common option is when the chaise longue is made of mixed materials - wood and fabric. To get a reliable and attractive looking fabric chaise lounge with wooden frame, you will have to prepare the following:

• durable fabric (denim, tarpaulin, canvas) 2 m long and 50 cm wide;
• 3 pairs of slats 0.25 x 0.6 cm, lengths 62, 110 and 120 cm;
• wood slats 2 x 2 cm (one 65 cm long and two 50 cm long);
• PVA glue.

You cannot do this work without certain tools, and among them there should be mainly those that any owner has at home or can purchase:

• nuts and bolts of suitable sizes;
• roulette;
• square;
• needle file;
• sandpaper with a minimum section;
• electric saw;
• drill.

If you want to make a sun lounger from other materials, you will need a completely different quantity consumables and a set of tools. To make metal products, you cannot do without welding machine and Bulgarians. When creating structures from rattan, jute or wicker, you will need special weaving tools.

Before starting work, it is advisable to find as much information as possible on making a garden sun lounger with your own hands in order to learn about all the intricacies of the work process and thereby avoid possible difficulties.

Now that everything necessary for the work has been prepared, we can proceed to consider the process of creating a long chair from wooden material. The choice in favor of wood is quite logical, since it is the most affordable and environmentally friendly material. It can be freely purchased without incurring significant cash costs. Even amateurs will not have any difficulties when working with wood, who can create something with their own hands even with minimal skills in working with this material.

Work order

The process of making a sun lounger itself will not cause any difficulties to the owner of the site. If you approach the matter with all seriousness, you can make a beautiful thing. Making a sun lounger with your own hands looks like this:

• The first step is to manufacture the basic elements of the frame. From the available lumber it is necessary to make boards with the following dimensions 400 x 2.5 x 8 cm. Additionally, three bars 400 x 5 x 10 cm are required. In addition to them, two fixing pins must be made.
• Every wooden part The frame must be thoroughly sanded and coated with a special impregnation to protect it from mold and rot.
• The frame is made of wooden beams in accordance with the selected design.
• To construct a seating area, it is necessary to cut boards 60 cm long each. Their number can be any and depends on the size of the gap between the boards. For standard models measuring 60 x 200 cm, most often no more than 13 boards are required, which are placed at intervals of 1 cm from each other.
• Using a screwdriver, the boards must be attached to the frame, making sure that the wooden pieces are positioned strictly parallel to each other.
• We begin to attach the legs, having previously brought each one to the same length, which should be 35 cm. If desired, the chaise lounge can be made a little lower. The prepared bars must be secured at the head and at the feet. On the side of the head, the legs can also be made single.
• To make the backrest, you will need to make a frame, which should fit freely into the structure made in the previous stages. The frame should have the following dimensions - two pieces of 88 cm and 3 pieces of 39 cm. Do not worry about the fact that there will be gaps around the perimeter of the backrest inserted into the frame. They are necessary for freely reclining the backrest.
• Directly on the back frame it is necessary to fix the slats of the required length. They can be installed either crosswise, fixed to the main part, or lengthwise. During installation, the screws are screwed in, recessing them into the body of the tree. This will make using the sun lounger safer. To make the product look attractive, top part the slats can be rounded.
• To ensure the most reliable fastening of the backrest to the base, it is necessary to first make through holes in these parts, moving 9 cm down from the edge. You need to insert the mounting pins into them and secure them.
• Before installing the supports, you will need to cut grooves in the main structure - 2 pieces on each side. The first is made at a distance of 9 cm from the stud with dimensions of 5 x 10 cm, and the second is cut at a distance of 20 cm from the first, the dimensions of which should be 5 x 5 cm.
• To adjust the position of the backrest in this model, a wooden beam 60 cm long is used. It must be installed in the first or second groove, which will allow the product to be transferred from a half-sitting position to a half-lying position.
• The final stage is finishing the product. You can use ideas borrowed from ready-made drawings or design the product using available materials. A chaise lounge for a summer house can be painted, varnished or decorated using decoupage techniques - any of these options will change the appearance of the chaise lounge and extend its service life.

The method described above for making a wooden sun lounger with your own hands is not the only one. Other options are also possible - for example, using a metal frame from an old folding bed as a base.

Care of the finished product

The service life and functionality of a country lounger largely depends on proper care for it.. To ensure that it brings only pleasure to the owner for many years, the following activities should be carried out regularly:

• wet cleaning of textile elements;
• lubrication of folding mechanisms;
• timely painting.

Many of our compatriots who own dachas arrange their holidays there in different ways. You can often find wooden sun loungers in their areas, which provide them with excellent conditions for relaxation. For the most part, these are home-made structures that can be made with your own hands, even without experience in the construction industry. Due to the simplicity of the design, sun loungers can be made from available material. But it’s still not worth starting such work without a drawing.

Do you want to make your holiday in the garden or dacha even more comfortable? Then use one of the many ideas and build a sun lounger with my own hands. In this article we will talk about what material to choose for creating this type of garden bench, and how to properly assemble the structure yourself. We will also create step-by-step instructions for making a sun lounger at home.

Variety of materials for making a sun lounger

If you literally translate the word “chaise longue” from French, you will get a “long chair”, for the manufacture of which they most often choose natural wood. But along with this material, plywood, durable fabric, plastic and wicker, etc. are actively used. Some craftsmen decorate their area with rocking chairs made from corrugated cardboard and logs. As production practice shows of this type garden furniture You can get creative, using basic, improvised materials that are no longer useful on the farm. The table presents the characteristics, features, advantages and disadvantages of wood, plywood, fabric as a material for a do-it-yourself sun lounger.

Materials for making a sun lounger
Tree	When choosing a wooden material, you need to pay attention to its structure and the species from which it is produced. Experts do not recommend buying spruce because of the smell of resin, which will only worsen when exposed to sunlight. It is better to use ash and larch as a base; they are characterized by strength, durability and ease of processing, and therefore not a difficult installation process. It is worth understanding that prices for natural wood are quite high, so you won’t be able to save money on this material. Wooden furniture must be treated with antiseptic agents, since without proper care it can quickly rot and deform.
Textile	A feature of fabric furniture is its environmental friendliness and safety. Such structures are relatively light in weight and are extremely mobile. Along with these advantages, the following disadvantages can be identified: fragility, instability to ultraviolet radiation. Fabric sun loungers are not able to withstand heavy loads. For comfort it is best to choose natural materials, without various additives and pigments.
Plywood	A fairly common building material that is actively used for the manufacture of a variety of furniture, including sun loungers. For this purpose, one of the varieties of FC plywood is purchased; it is intended for interior decoration and does not contain toxic impurities. Structures made from this material are lightweight and have affordable prices. However, plywood products cannot be called durable, and they are not suitable for heavy people.

Craftsmen with weaving skills can use wicker, bamboo, and rattan as materials for a chaise lounge, which make the furniture visually attractive, mobile and safe. As a rule, ready-made structures of this type are characterized by a high price. The downside of wicker products is their instability to precipitation and prolonged exposure to sunlight.

On the modern market there are many ready-made plastic sun loungers, which vary in price, shape, type (monolithic, portable). Plus plastic products can be called insignificant weight and variety design ideas, embodied in manufacturing. The disadvantages of plastic rocking chairs are fragility and instability to aggressive climatic conditions.

The strength of the structure is distinguished by the sun loungers, the frame of which is made of metal and treated with anti-corrosion agents. When using aluminum, the structures are light and practical. In combination with metal frame fabric materials are most often used.

Variants of chaise lounge drawings

On the Internet, on sites related to construction sector, presented various options drawings of a sun lounger. Garden furniture for relaxation on wheels, with a canopy, with an adjustable backrest, etc. will become indispensable after a hard day at work and will allow you to relax with a mug of tea or reading a good book.

Regarding appearance, sun lounger designs are usually divided into three categories:

• soldered with inserts;
• monolithic;
• portable.

Monolithic models are structures that cannot be disassembled, as they consist of solid elements. They are attractive appearance, can be decorated with a variety of inserts made from combined materials. As a rule, monolithic sun loungers are characterized by their strength, relatively large weight, and rather large dimensions. The disadvantage of such products is the non-adjustable headboard and backrest.

Portable designs are those that can easily change the position of the backrest, etc. This type of product is considered mobile and very convenient; they are called a progressive option. Due to their folding capabilities, this type of sun loungers is easy to transport. Any of the above structures can be supplemented with mattresses or original pillows that will ensure a comfortable stay.

To make a sun lounger at home, beginners can use already ready-made projects and drawings, which the Internet is rich in, and which have been tested in practice. For example, original version It is considered to assemble a Kentucky chair (from bars) with your own hands, as well as a chaise lounge from wooden bars, the manufacture of which will take a little time.

Features of making a simple wooden deck chair with your own hands

The most common dimensions of sun loungers, which can even be called standard, are 60 by 190 cm. Next, we will look at the process of making a simple wooden rocking chair with a flat base, but with an adjustable back. Wooden furniture this purpose most often has enough heavy weight, which makes it difficult to move it around the site, but this problem can be solved at home, for example, by attaching roller wheels to the legs.

So, to make a wooden sun lounger with your own hands, you need to purchase and prepare the following tools and materials:

• wooden beams and boards;
• galvanized screws;
• drill;
• jigsaw;
• roulette;
• drills and screws;
• hammer;
• corner;
• brush and varnish.

The work of assembling a wooden folding chair can be carried out in several stages, which include:

1. making the base;
2. frame covering wooden gratings;
3. fixing the support legs.

Now let's look at each of the stages in more detail, but first we will answer the most common question among home craftsmen: How to properly mark a tree with your own hands? So, marking wood is needed in order to significantly reduce the percentage of material waste, that is, to use it as rationally as possible. To do this, the master must have a drawing that shows in detail the constituent elements of the structure and their exact dimensions. To mark, the master needs to prepare a sheet of graph paper and draw on it necessary details, then the workpiece is transferred to thick cardboard, cut out and marked on the wooden material according to the contours. The cut elements must be sanded and treated with antiseptics in order to significantly extend their service life.

To make a base for a wooden deck chair, you will need beams, the cross-section of which should be 45*45 centimeters, while drill diameter will be 40 millimeters. The installation process must begin by preparing two long and two short sidewalls. They connect with each other metal corners and screws. Further outer side the bases are sheathed with cut wooden gratings, the number of which varies relative to the length of the frame. Not the last place in this matter is occupied by the processing of parts and fasteners for making a sun lounger with your own hands. On long planks, at equal distances, places for the legs are marked; they are made of a wooden block, to the bottom of which wheels are attached using screws. An adjustable backrest on a DIY wooden chaise lounge can be made using a door hinge.

To do this, the lattice is divided into two groups: the first plays the role of the head, the second the base. A transverse rail is used as fastening. After the structure is completely assembled, the craftsman needs to use a grinding machine and treat the deck chair with it, and then use a brush to open it with varnish and let it dry completely. The result is a ready-made, comfortable, adjustable chaise lounge of our own production.

Features of making a fabric chaise lounge with your own hands

Fabric sun loungers are very popular among consumers, which, due to their folding design, are very convenient to use. As practice shows, many craftsmen make such products with their own hands, bringing to life a wide variety of ideas, turning home relaxation into a holiday. Due to their light weight, fabric sun loungers are easy to fold and carry around the area, take with you to the beach, etc.

The frame for a fabric product can be made of either wood or metal. Let's consider both options. To assemble a product for this purpose, you will need the following materials and tools:

• wooden beams (oak, birch or beech);
• nails;
• sandpaper;
• drill and drill bits;
• PVA glue;
• durable fabric (denim, camouflage, etc.);
• roulette;
• bolts;
• round sticks.

Step-by-step instructions for making a sun lounger with your own hands in this case look like this:

1. To assemble the base of the sun lounger, three frames are prepared different sizes: first - 1200 mm*600 mm, second - 1100 mm*550 mm, third - 650 mm*620 mm. Holes are made in them, through which the structure will be connected.

2. First, the first and third frames are connected, bolts and round sticks are used to fasten them, then the first and second workpieces are fastened, the joints are treated with glue.

When choosing a fabric base, you should pay attention to its composition, manufacturer, structure and quality. It is necessary that the selected material is durable and natural; this will extend the life of the homemade sun lounger. The master has the opportunity to purchase the base of the desired color, maximally embodying his state of mind and mood into the product. Also portable, a fabric chaise lounge can be a great addition to your home decor.

Many beginners are interested in the question: how to properly assemble a structure with a metal frame with your own hands? Why is this option no less popular? The fact is that the metal base is maximally adapted to changing positions and is easily subject to various upgrades. Finished products of this type are quite compact, they are easy to remove and store when not needed.

The assembly of a sun lounger with a metal frame is practically no different from the previous one, wooden version, only in this case you will need not beams, but metal frames, for the manufacture of which it is better to use steel or aluminum. Do not forget about treating the material with anti-corrosion agents, otherwise rust will soon appear, which will not only spoil the appearance of the product, but also damage the fabric base.

In order for fabric sun loungers to retain their original qualities for a long time, professionals recommend using a variety of impregnations that create protection from the active effects of ultraviolet radiation, repel moisture, etc. Typically, such remedies last up to 4 weeks.

Approaching summer season, which means that a useful one awaits us soon physical work on the site and, of course, a pleasant stay. Quality rest is no less important than active physical work.

Everyone relaxes in their own way, but you are unlikely to refuse to lie down on a comfortable sun lounger and dream or take a nap in the cool shade of the trees.

The demand for garden furniture is growing every year, and manufacturers are rushing to satisfy customer desires by offering various options for these products.

Chaise lounges and deck chairs are one of the types of garden furniture that are in particular demand and popularity, differing only in type, price, quality and material of manufacture.

Sun lounger or deck chair?

Let's see how these models differ from each other.

Chaise lounge – this is a light garden chair with an elongated seat, translated from French as a long chair, designed for reclining rest. The height of the back of a chaise lounge is practically no different from the back of a regular chair, but usually has several positions (levels) of arrangement; models are often equipped with armrests.

Sun lounger – a “portable bed”, lower and wider than a chaise longue, designed for resting lying down or reclining, since the headboard is adjustable in height and can be reclined completely to allow the resting body to take a horizontal position.

Cottage bed made of wood

As you know, wood is the most environmentally friendly and safe material for human health, with high aesthetic qualities and pleasant aroma. Wooden chaise lounge or a lounger is not only convenient for relaxation, but also, of course, is a decoration of any garden.

There are wooden sun loungers of various designs on sale: from ordinary reclining chairs to comfortable models that follow the anatomical curves of the human body.

The back of the lounger is usually fixed in several positions, so you can always take a comfortable position for sleeping or reading. Due to the massive structure, wooden models are additionally equipped with a pair of wheels, with the help of which they can easily move from place to place.

In addition to the sun loungers, you can purchase or sew yourself a soft textile mattress, the rest of which will be especially comfortable. The mattress is attached to the lounger using ties, Velcro or elastic bands.

Chaise lounge made of plastic

Plastic chaise longue – a budget option, these are often found on vacation; in hotels they are placed around swimming pools. Plastic models are attractive at a low price compared to others, they are easy to care for, they are quite mobile, and are not afraid of water.

However, there are very interesting and by no means cheap designer models.

Swings and rocking chairs

Chaise lounge swing Provides comfortable rest with easy rocking. The design of the chaise lounge is suspended on a stable, often metal, support stand and swings freely in the air.

A visor or umbrella is usually attached to the top for protection from the scorching sun.

An international version of a chaise lounge, reminiscent of a rocking chair. Instead of stable legs, the structure is equipped with rounded supports - two metal hoops. This model folds and moves easily.

Wicker sun loungers and chaise lounges

Wicker furniture is an indispensable attribute of a Mediterranean-style garden. It is made from various materials: natural rattan, wicker, hemp or synthetic fibers.

This furniture belongs to the premium class, its price is much higher. Rattan sun loungers are distinguished by their rich natural colors, beauty, elegance and style.

DIY chaise longue and deck chair

If you can't afford factory or designer furniture, then you can act as a designer and craftsman in the manufacture of garden furniture for relaxation, building a chaise longue or deck chair with your own hands. After all, there is so much around us natural material, which at correct use can become comfortable and beautiful furniture.

Ordinary logs will turn into an original lounge chair if you attach them to curved metal arches.

And these sunbeds are made from ordinary wooden pallets. Two pallets at the base are fastened together, and the back is made from the third. You just need to sand the surfaces a little and paint them in the desired color.

This model is made of wooden blocks and planks, pre-polished. To make it, it is enough to arm yourself with a hammer and nails, or a screwdriver and wood screws. The size of the lounger can be selected individually to suit your height.

Lounger made of corrugated cardboard. Original, simple, cheap. But you need to remember that this model is afraid of moisture. However, on a sunny day it will perform its functions perfectly.

A folding chaise lounge is quite easy to make from wooden slats with a textile seat you can make yourself. The backrest is fixed in several positions.

The diagram shows the dimensions, quantity structural elements and assembly order.

The sun lounger can be made from sheets of plywood with a thickness of at least 20 mm. Two identical blanks are connected to each other by dowels (transverse strips with a diameter of 25-30 mm). To do this, you will need additional tools such as a jigsaw and a sander.

To transfer the design onto a sheet of plywood you will need a template. It can be made from thick cardboard, fiberboard sheet or paper. Next, using a jigsaw (preferably a jigsaw), we cut out the blanks. We make holes for the connecting elements and assemble the structure using glue and screws.

After the glue has dried, we attach the horizontal slats of the chaise lounge to the rigid structure with screws. It is advisable to recess the screw heads and then seal them with putty. Parts must be sanded before assembly begins. Subsequently, the chaise lounge can be painted, dried, the canopy canopy can be pulled up and a removable textile mattress can be placed on the slats.

Of course, one of the main criteria when choosing a model of a sun lounger or chaise lounge is its cost. How simpler model, the cheaper. The second (and often the first) criterion is convenience, the third is beauty. A chaise lounge made by yourself may well meet all three criteria: minimal costs, sufficient comfort and originality. Let the rest on summer cottage brings you pleasure. Make it as comfortable as possible.

It’s quite easy to make a sun lounger or deck chair with your own hands. Such a homemade, simple garden accessory is not only functional, but will also become a real decoration of the local area. These unique folding beds differ not only in size, but also in appearance.

Chaise longue is a popular folding lightweight chair for relaxing in a reclining position. Such beach structures are easily transformed. A simple wooden accessory can be an excellent option not only for the beach and outdoor pools, but quite often used as garden furniture, replacing a comfortable and practical chair with open verandas or terraces. There is both an adult and a children's version of the chaise lounge, which is made from solid wood, durable plastic, durable aluminum or synthetic fabric.

Depending on the design characteristics, There is the following conditional classification of such products:

• monolithic chairs, represented by components fixedly connected to each other, with high level strength and designed to withstand significant loads. The special feature is safety. The disadvantages include the inability to fold the structure and make changes to the angle of the backrest, which complicates the process of storage and transportation;
• monolithic chairs with special inserts, characterized by very high levels of decorativeness. They have additional fragments made of various materials, which can negatively affect the level of reliability and strength of such a structure;
• portable models, characterized by the presence of special mechanisms, make it easy and simple, without much hassle, to change the position of such a chair for relaxation. There is also an excellent opportunity to change the angle of inclination on the footrest and headrest. The folding model is very compact and suitable for transportation in a regular car.

Types of sun loungers (video)

Models with a metal base are extremely rarely made independently and are distinguished by the presence of aluminum or steel frames with fixed durable fabric panels. The advantages of such chairs include low weight and mobility., as well as a high degree of comfort during operation. Besides everything else, modern materials are characterized by a high level of resistance to various unfavorable external factors, as well as pollution that can be obtained during operation.

How to make a wooden sun lounger with your own hands: drawings and stages of work

Drawings and diagrams for manufacturing a wooden deck chair are presented in large quantities, but to carry out such a design yourself, you can also use simple step-by-step instructions.

Master class on making a Kentucky chair

A very original model is the Kentucky version, entirely assembled from wooden blocks. This chair can be folded and is very convenient to store. To make your own you will need to purchase:

• galvanized wire with a diameter of 0.4 cm;
• sixteen galvanized staples;
• hammer and wire cutters;
• fine-grained sandpaper;
• wooden blocks measuring 50x33 mm;
• antiseptic composition and wood varnish, as well as a brush.

It is not difficult to assemble the structure yourself. Holes are drilled in the bars with a diameter one and a half millimeters larger than the thickness of the wire used. If necessary, you can replace the staples and wire with galvanized studs, the edges of which are secured with nuts and washers.

A simple option for making your own wooden sun lounger

This option is easy to manufacture, but quite bulky and does not allow you to change the position of the backrest. Before you start making your own, you need to decide on the dimensions of the structure. The optimal length of a sunbed is considered to be two meters with a width of 0.6 m.

The main stages of making a wooden sun lounger model are as follows:

• manufacturing a frame base for a sun lounger from four sidewalls, a pair of which are two meters long, and two of which are 60 cm long;
• covering the outer part of the frame with sanded boards, 2.5 cm wide;
• fixing four legs on the long sidewalls with a distance of 80 mm from the edge of the structure using galvanized self-tapping screws;
• It is best to use stable legs for making lounger legs wooden blocks 100 mm long.

On next stage The lattice is assembled, which represents the main part of the outdoor lounger. With help electric jigsaw from wooden slabs it is necessary to cut boards measuring 10x60 cm. All jagged and rough on wooden blanks must be removed using fine sandpaper. The finished boards are fixed using galvanized screws onto the frame base of the sun lounger and with a gap of one and a half centimeters, which will allow you to obtain a comfortable and attractive product.

Models with a comfortable adjustable back are somewhat less common. In this case, the lattice should be divided into a pair of parts, one of which is used directly as a lounger, and the other part serves as a comfortable headboard. The two parts are installed on connecting boards, and standard lattice elements are used to fasten the lattice elements door hinges required sizes. To fix the headboard in a certain position, a transverse bar is used, which is installed on the inner edge of the frame base of the structure. The headboard support post is attached to such a bar using galvanized self-tapping screws. The finished structure must be thoroughly sanded, and then the surface must be coated with drying oil-based compounds or special varnishes.

How to make a sun lounger from solid wood (video)

How to make a folding fabric chaise lounge with your own hands

One of the most convenient and easy-to-make options is a fabric seat on a frame base. This model is quite mobile and can be transported from place to place, as well as easily fold to an almost flat state. The following materials are used in production:

• furniture bolts and nuts D-8mm;
• two wooden slats round section length 65 cm;
• two round wooden slats 50 cm long;
• slats rectangular section 65 cm long with a cross section of 25x60 mm;
• a piece of durable and water-repellent fabric measuring 200 x 50 cm.

You will also need to purchase a round file and fine-grained sandpaper, as well as PVC glue. Experts recommend giving preference to slats made from wood species such as oak, beech or birch. As a durable and reliable fabric, we use types that are maximally resistant to abrasion and characterized by increased strength indicators. Mattress teak, as well as tarpaulin, denim and camouflage fabric, and canvas have proven themselves to be the best.

Manufacturing technology of a folding fabric model:

• cutting slats standard length and thoroughly sanding their surface with sandpaper;
• holes are drilled at a distance of 0.7 and 0.4 m from the corners, after which they are polished with a round needle file;
• In order for the position of the backrest to change during operation, three or four cutouts must be made with a distance of 8.0 cm;
• With a sufficient distance from the two ends of the wooden slats, holes are drilled for arranging the seat;
• The end part of the round wooden slats is greased with PVA glue and installed in the drilled holes.

The assembly of the frame ends with the installation of a fabric seat. The seat is sewn after measuring the finished frame. The crossbars are wrapped around the cut edge and secured using standard furniture nails. Loop fastening of the fabric seat to the crossbars is also allowed.

Buying a ready-made sun lounger: characteristics of types and selection criteria

Today, a chaise longue is a very popular and in demand product, mainly as comfortable and beautiful garden furniture. All modern sun loungers or deck chairs are divided according to the material used in the manufacturing process. A significant number of models are made from reliable and high-quality plastic, but there are also products made from processed wood and modern metals. Various combined models are especially popular, in which the frame base is made of wood or steel pipes, and the seat is made of wood or fabrics. Some loungers have wicker parts based on artificial or natural fiber.

Factory products made from modern plastics different color, are resistant to negative external influences, including ultraviolet radiation, precipitation and wind. Wooden factory products are characterized by surfaces that have undergone a three-stage treatment, represented by priming, subsequent painting and decorative finishing, which allows you to use such a lounge chair in conditions high humidity, under open air.

All manufactured products are divided into folding and non-folding models. and also have a raised or lowered footboard and headboard. As a rule, the position of the backrest is changed using grooves located on the supporting frame. For example, the Lucca chaise longue from a German manufacturer is made of aluminum and modern textiles, and the position of the backrest can be adjusted without getting up from your seat by loosening the locking levers located in the access area.

In recent years, country property owners are increasingly giving preference to a comfortable and very original type of chaise lounge - the Duchesse Breeze. This modern model is a design represented by a very roomy and deep chair, with a comfortable attached stool, which can be placed next to the main part or secured by fastening. The lounger can be folding, transforming into comfortable armchair or a chair that is convenient for transportation. The most modern models They have a raised and lowered footboard, as well as a retractable sun screen, transformable armrests, and spacious compartments for storing various accessories.

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Wooden sun loungers or deck chairs are not only very comfortable for summer holidays, but can certainly become a decoration for any backyard area. Despite the fact that the cost of such a product is quite affordable, in recent years, country property owners are increasingly making sun loungers themselves, which allows them to get a bright and stylish, very individual and durable design With minimal costs time and effort.

A chaise longue is a comfortable and lightweight chair design that is used in relaxation areas: on the beaches, by the pools, and an integral part of the decoration of the dacha. It can be used to relax after a hard day at work, caress yourself in the sun's rays or take a nap under the shade of the local trees, away from the prying eyes of ordinary people.

In this article we will talk to you about how you can make a regular wooden chaise longue, we will give examples of photographs, videos and instructions.

How to make a sun lounger with your own hands?

First we select suitable look and modification of the chaise lounge. The main material can be plastic, wood, synthetic fabric and aluminum. We have chosen the most affordable option wooden sun lounger.

Type of wood for a sun lounger

The choice of tree is based on the following principles:

• material capabilities;
• future owner's preferences:
• garden style;
• available materials.

When choosing future wood for your chaise lounge, you pay attention to the mechanical properties of a particular type of wood. For example, the most durable wood species are considered to be: ash, oak, larch and beech. With them, the design will delight you for many years. Wood is distinguished not only by its durability, but also by its aesthetic component.

In its turn, finished goods made from noble wood is not the cheapest pleasure for the buyer. Such a thing is not always available to the average consumer who is trying to save every extra penny, because money is never too much. Before assembling the sun lounger with your own hands, look at the drawings of the sun lounger.

Type of wooden chaise lounge

A hand-made chaise longue will not only be an example of prudent spending of funds family budget, but will also add zest to the appearance of your fabulous country garden.

Countless drawings, projects and ready-made solutions wooden sun loungers. The dimensions of homemade sun loungers are identical to industrial models.

A folding chaise lounge is much more comfortable than a regular one. It is easy to move around the area, and in winter it can be folded and put away, even cloudy weather will not create any interference.

Preparing and making a sun lounger

Pre-purchased parts for the structures of the future sun lounger must be treated, we impregnate the wood with an antiseptic and an anti-corrosion compound. We grind the surface to a perfectly smooth state. We put the resulting details aside and begin to study the drawing.

If you turn to the latter, you will notice that crossbars are attached to the lower part of the legs. They allow you to fix the backrest in the desired position. When installing only one plank, it is first necessary to make cuts in the places where the planks are installed in increments of 5 cm, starting from 20 centimeters.

The back frame must have places for attaching bolts, we retreat from the edge on each side by 41 centimeters, and on the very base of the seat - 43 centimeters from the top.

First you need to assemble the frame for the back. The main load will be transferred to the 20 x 60 x 610 mm bar, so pay attention Special attention its consolidation. It should be recorded as efficiently as possible. It is customary to leave a distance of 1 centimeter between the slats. It will be needed to secure the fabric in the future.

Using the instructions described above, we assemble the main frame. Then, we connect 2 frames together - the back and the seat. Pay attention to the back frame, you need to drill a hole on it on both sides, the distance is 41 centimeters for the back and 43 centimeters for the seat. Screw the two parts together using nuts and bolts.

Attention! During regular use of the chair, the nuts may gradually loosen and unscrew. To avoid this problem completely, tighten the locknuts. For better fixation of the nuts, “Moment” or regular paint can be used.

To determine the degree of free play, first tighten the nut tightly and then gradually loosen it. Let the paint and glue completely set.

The next step is to mount the support for the backrest. The planks are secured with bolts and washers. Select for seats only thick fabric, optimal choice there will be tarpaulin, canvas and denim.

The fabric blank is folded in half and stitched with an indentation of 1.5 centimeters. After this, it must be turned out. We bend a piece of fabric on one side so that the rod can be inserted and stitch it. We do the same on the other side.

We push each end of the folded fabric between the slats and insert a rod into it. We will get a tightly fixed seat, and dismantling it for washing at the same time will not cause any problems.

DIY photo of sun loungers