The angles of this base make for a visually pleasing and structurally strong bench.
Chairs and benches
Canadian Woodworking offers detailed chair and bench projects complete with step-by-step instructions, photos with explanatory text, and project drawings and lists.
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This planter bench will offer a seat to anyone who needs it and add colour to the area with some flowers.
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Continuous Arm Windsor Chair – Part 1
An ultimate woodworker’s challenge - to make a Windsor chair by hand using traditional chairmaking techniques.
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Continuous Arm Windsor Chair – Part 2
An ultimate woodworker’s challenge - to make a Windsor chair by hand using traditional chairmaking techniques.
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This challenging build will reward you with a gorgeous set of dining chairs that will be cherished family heirlooms for generations to come.
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From pallet To patio chair – upcycling, the comfortable way
This chair was designed and built with the material from one pallet found at a local lumberyard. Grab a pallet (or two) and before you know it you’ll be relaxing on your deck in your comfy new upcycled chair.
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This simple yet colourful kid’s bench can be completed in a weekend, but will stand up to years of use.
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Build a Charles Rohlfs rocking chair
This solid and unique rocker will provide many years of enjoyment. It will be the center of attention in any room, and will be handed down through your family for generations to come.
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Craft a Timeless Rocking Chair
A rocker is on just about every woodworker’s ‘bucket list’. If you can appreciate smooth, subtle curves and are up for a challenge, this design might be for you.
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A deacon’s bench will provide you with storage and a comfy place to sit, whether it’s at your front door or the foot of your bed.
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A stool is a compact, versatile perch and the three-legged style is the best. It never rocks, offers support for your feet, and has leg clearance while supporting you in style. It can also be customized easily. Let’s explore how to make a 24" tall counter-height version.
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From concept to comfort: build a casual chair
Why settle for an “off-the-rack” chair when you can make a custom lounge chair and get satisfaction in spades?
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Build a bent-laminated lounger
This customizable lounger might be just the thing to bring you a bit closer to nature.
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Build an Upholstered Foot Stool
This easy-to-make project will teach you some basic upholstery techniques. It will also give you place to put your feet up after a busy day and read some of the magazines stored inside the stool.
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Nakashima's style reflects the unadorned beauty of wood and other natural materials.
