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Outdoor Sofa
This DIY outdoor sofa is made out of pieces of 2x6 that are screwed together with pocket holes.
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Time
- 1.8–3.5 hours
- Cost
- $$
Cut list
| Part | Qty | T × W × L | Material | ✓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat boards | 5 | 2" × 6" × 96" | — | ☐ |
| Back rest boards | 2 | 2" × 6" × 72" | — | ☐ |
| Legs and angle supports | 6 | 2" × 6" × 28" | — | ☐ |
Materials
| Item | Qty | ✓ |
|---|---|---|
| Boards, 2"x6"x10' | 7 board | ☐ |
| Boards, 2"x6"x12' | 1 board | ☐ |
| 150 grit sandpaper for orbital sander | 1 each | ☐ |
| Box of 2 1/2" Kreg Blue-Kote Screws (see tools list) | 1 each | ☐ |
| Outdoor sealer of your choice | 1 each | ☐ |
Overall cost: $$. Lumber varies by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure.
Tools
- Circular Saw
- Drill / Driver
- Jigsaw
- Pocket Hole Jig
- Random Orbit Sander
- Bar / Pipe Clamps — optional
- Tape Measure — optional
Instructions
1. Watch The Video
Watch the full build on YouTube!
2. Cut the 2x6s.
- Cut 5 pieces of 2x6 at a length of 96".
- Cut 2 pieces of 2x6 at a length of 72".
- Cut 6 pieces of 2x6 at a length of 28".
3. Assemble the leg panels.
Use pocket holes to connect the pieces. I placed the holes on the inside or under side of the pieces so that they would be less visible.
4. Assemble the sofa.
- Screw the leg panels to the first four seat boards leaving 1/4" gaps. (Used a ruler for spacing) Screw the angle supports to seat panels with pocket holes.
- Cut notches in the last seat boards to fit around angle supports.
- Screw on back rest boards.
5. Seal & add cushions
Seal your sofa, add cushions, and enjoy!