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Building an Adirondack swing is not the easiest piece of outdoor furniture to build but it is very rewarding and can save money. Adirondack furniture has a classic design, with its slanted back, wide arm rests, and wide, vertical slits between the pieces of wood. Before building an Adirondack swing, there are a few necessary factors to consider before you start building.
Location is a very important thing to consider. An Adirondack swing will require a stable location to hang from such as a deck or a stable tree and it will also need to be hung about 20 to 22 inches from the ground. The location should be large enough so that the swinging motion does not cause it to bump into walls or other surfaces and damage the wood, especially if children will be swinging on it.
Building an Adirondack swing requires a few specific tools. First, a design plan should be purchased for the specific size that matches your location measurements. The swing can be made to hold from two to four people at a time. These considerations should be thought of in respect to the size of the area of where you will be hanging it.
The type of wood you wish to use is an important factor to consider because certain care products will need to be purchased to ensure a long lasting life for your Adirondack swing. Redwood, cypress, and alder are all popular materials to use when building outdoor furniture and decks because they are strong and age well. Redwood is a very common wood to use because of its durability and resistance to warping, splitting, and rotting. Redwood is also preferred when building because it is easy to cut, drill, and shape. Cypress wood is beneficial because of its natural oil called cypressene, which protects it from the weather elements, repels insects, and acts as a natural preservative. Cypress is a good material to use to resist your Adirondack swing from rotting due to rain. Cedar wood is can also be used because it is lightweight and durable and like cypress, it resists rotting and warping in extreme weather conditions, especially humidity and excessive moisture.
Redwood, cypress, and cedar all are very accepting of finishes and sealant, which makes protection easy. A water sealant with ultraviolet protection or paint should be applied to your finished swing immediately to ensure that weather conditions do not ruin the natural colors of the wood you choose.
There are a few specific tools you will need to purchase before building an Adirondack swing. You will definitely need a tape measure, drill, saw, wrench, and a sander. Other tools required for building should be described in the specific design plan. It is important to use non-corrosive, stainless steel or aluminum screws and nails to prevent staining the wood with rust.
Accessories like cushions or pillows should also be considered after your Adirondack swing is finished because some people find the slits on the backrest to be uncomfortable without added support.
Building an Adirondack swing can be a lot of hard work but will yield a very relaxing and useful product.