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Angled Footstool for Adirondack Chair

A slatted outdoor ottoman angled to match an Adirondack chair's seat, so your legs land level. One 2x4, one 1x4, an hour.

Cut list

Part	Qty	T × W × L	Material	✓
Stringers Both ends cut 30° off square, parallel to each other, long point to short point.	2	1 1/2" × 3 1/2" × 23 1/2"	2x4	☐
Top slats	5	3/4" × 3 1/2" × 22 1/2"	1x4	☐
Legs One end cut 30° off square, longest-point measurement.	2	1 1/2" × 3 1/2" × 13 3/4"	2x4	☐

Item	Qty	✓
2x4, 8 ft (Cedar) Stringers and legs. Cedar or another rot-resistant species for outdoors. Stud length is fine.	1 each	☐
1x4, 12 ft (Cedar) Top slats.	1 each	☐
Exterior deck screws, 2" and 2-1/2" Self-tapping, exterior-rated.	1 box	☐

Overall cost: $. Lumber varies by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure.

1. Cut and trim the stringers
Tools: Miter Saw, Speed Square. Materials: 2x4, 8 ft
Cut the two stringers to length with both ends at 30° off square, parallel to each other. This angle is what tilts the finished top to meet your legs — cut both identical.
2. Attach the deck slats
Tools: Drill / Driver, Tape Measure. Materials: 1x4, 12 ft, Exterior deck screws, 2" and 2-1/2"
Lay the five 1x4 slats across the two stringers with even gaps between them for drainage, and attach with screws or nails. Keep the ends aligned.
3. Attach the legs and flip
Tools: Drill / Driver. Materials: 2x4, 8 ft, Exterior deck screws, 2" and 2-1/2"
Attach the two angled legs to the underside, then flip the stool right-side up. Ease any sharp edges and it's ready. Match it to your Adirondack chair and put your feet up.