Outdoor Furniture
Outdoor Furniture is a practical woodworking guide by Nick Engler. This digital PDF edition lets you start building weather-ready pieces almost immediately. Download the book instantly after purchase and keep the plans on any device.
Inside, you will find complete plans for a range of outdoor structures, from a round picnic table to an Adirondack chair. The guide explains how outdoor furniture differs from indoor furniture and why construction must handle sun, rain, and temperature changes.
Book Overview
Outdoor Furniture belongs to the Build-It-Better-Yourself Woodworking Projects series. Published by Rodale Pr, this reference by Nick Engler contains 125 pages of project plans, materials lists, diagrams, and practical advice. It is aimed at woodworkers who want to build attractive, durable pieces for the yard, deck, and garden.
What You’ll Discover Inside
- Step-by-step plans for a round picnic table with eight individual benches.
- Plans for a sunlover’s chaise lounge, contoured porch swing, and rocking sling chair.
- Projects such as the sling hammock, garden bench, tree bench, and Adirondack chair.
- Planters, display shelves, a backyard cart, and a cedar doormat.
- Guidance on selecting rot-resistant woods, including cedar and pressure-treated lumber.
- Tips on rust-resistant hardware, joint design, and outdoor finishes.
Why This Book Matters
Outdoor furniture requires a different approach from indoor woodworking. Wood expands, moisture collects, and bacteria can cause decay. This book addresses those problems directly, explaining how simple joinery, good hardware, and proper finishes extend the life of outdoor projects. It remains a useful reference for anyone learning to build furniture that must survive the weather.
Book Details
| Format | |
|---|---|
| File Size | 14.1 MB |
| Pages | 125 |
| Language | English |
| Author | Nick Engler |
| Publisher | Rodale Pr |
| Publication Date | January 1, 1988 |
| Edition | 5th or later Edition |
| Series | Build-It-Better-Yourself Woodworking Projects |
| ISBN-10 | 0878577882 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0878577880 |
| Print Length | 123 pages |
| Item Weight | 1.3 pounds |
| Dimensions | 8.5 x 0.5 x 11.25 inches |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2,799,265 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars (11) |
Device Compatibility
This is a digital download and no physical item will be shipped. Access is available immediately after purchase. The PDF works with the Kindle app, tablets, desktop computers, mobile devices, and most reading apps.
FAQ
Is this an instant download? Yes, the PDF is available for download immediately after purchase.
Will I receive a physical book? No, this is a digital-only product. No printed copy will be shipped.
What devices can I use? You can open the PDF on smartphones, tablets, computers, and compatible reading apps.
Add the digital edition to your collection and start planning your next outdoor project.
Verified Bibliographic Details
| Pages (PDF) | 125 |
|---|---|
| File Size (Bytes) | 14802527 |
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