100 Stunning DIY Outdoor Furniture Ideas To Try

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Here’s a series of DIY outdoor furniture to try on your next weekend project. We’ll have you creating not so ordinary pieces, but rather, out of the box, mind-blowing ideas that would set your outdoor furniture apart from the others.

 

 

The best part of this project is that materials are easily sourced through Amazon.com. I’m sure that once you’ve started more ideas will come flowing. Since suggested materials can be used in different ways. Your imagination is the only limit. Let’s begin …

 

Chairs

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• 3″ x 36″ Mailing Tube   
• Transparent Duct Tape  

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of your’s even further:

• Canvas Cotton Drop Cloth or Duck cloth 

 

 

Another easily sourced from your local recycling center. Old tires can be repurposed as porch furniture. Especially with a bit of top weaving for the seats making them extra comfy to sit on. Then for that extra tough out of the box thinking why not use thick utility ropes for that extra strength seating.

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• Jute Twine-Durable Packing String  
• Self-Drilling Wall Dogs        

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of yours even further:

• Colored Diamond Braided Utility Cord      

 

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• 3″ x 8′ Natural Bamboo Poles  
• Manila Rope      

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of your’s even further:

• Burlap Leaf Ribbon     

 

 

 

You’ve just filled up two trash bags worth of soda bottles, then it dawns on you. I could turn this into some comfy chairs. So you reach for your leftover rebars, from your last project, and a couple of nylon binders … boom. You now have a couple of DIY outdoor chairs. Best of all, no welding needed.

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• Rebar 1/2″ x 3′ x 36″  
• Heavy Duty Poly Strapping      

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of your’s even further:

• Stainless Steel Adjustable Clamp  

 

 

 

One of the most common DIY materials used for outdoor furniture, Pallet wood. Easy to work with, highly versatile and light, panel wood is your go-to wood for any DIY outdoor furniture. Then to make your projects last for a long time, why not treat your wood for any weather.

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• Reclaimed Pallet Boards  
• Assorted size Black Panel Nail      

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of your’s even further:

• Waterseal Waterproofing Stain  

 

 

 

Lazy day? Well, why not just simply stick a couple of rolls of twine on an old tire. Oh, don’t forget to clean it thoroughly first. Then for an added classy appeal why not add some metallic gold twine as a finishing touch.

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• Plywood Sheet  
• Natural Jute Twine  

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of your’s even further:

• Metallic Bakers Twine  

 

 

 

When properly resealed and airtight, PET bottles are stable as a base material. It can hold its shape and form indefinitely as long as it’s not deflated. Thus here’s another PET bottle seating project, one that many would not even realize it’s made from used soda bottles. Gold shines when hit by the sun’s rays, turn your cheaply made seat into a classy inspiration, simply sew on the edges of your seat some gold tussle.

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• Canvas Duck Fabric    
• Upholstery Foam Cushion  

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of your’s even further:

• Graduation Honor Cord, Gold    

 

 

 

Weekend projects should not be difficult, for one thing, weekends are all about relaxation. DIY projects that are so simple that they become a tool for releasing stress are the project everyone is looking for. Well here’s one, so simple to make, this was done in less than a day. Oh, and if you’d like it to be fancier then why not use some tassels for those rope endings.

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• Natural Twisted Cotton Rope    
• Wooden Dowel Rods  

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of your’s even further:

• Decorative 5 inch Key Tassel    

 

 

 

For this one you could use any laminated wood that you’d like and as per suggestion scrap would be advisable. Then again why not try using different colored laminated wood just to elevate the artist in you. Better yet why not use some old or decorative nails and screw, just to make our outdoor furniture a bit more compelling.

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• Commercial Melamine Shelf    
• Boutique Caramel Oak Melamine Shelf    

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of your’s even further:

• Confetti Square Corner Seat Cushions  

 

 

 

Here’s something to ponder about, outdoor furniture should not only be pretty but functional as well. For one thing, you’ve got your tall fence, tall shrubs, and even under the ceiling beehive to tinker around. So it’s not too far-fetched to create outdoor furniture that provides two functions. Here’s a chair project that doubles as a step ladder as well.

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• Plywood Panel    
• Satin Nickel Plain Bearing Steel Hinge    

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of your’s even further:

• Antique Bronze Hinge  

 

 

 

Sometimes building a simple piece of furniture through a non-conventional way is more than half the fun of the whole project. Think of it as a challenge, build a pallet chair with-out trying to pry each nail out of the pallet itself. Then with only your hammer and saw rebuild the pallet-project using the same nails that you took out.

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• General Purpose Hammer & Claw    
• 15-Inch Hand Saw    

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of your’s even further:

• Hard Wood Pallet  

 

 

 

This one brings back shop days memories. Who hasn’t proposed this project in shop class? Every year and every shop section never was the day where this project was not proposed. Simple to make and fun to build. Oh, and the secret to making it work is precise cutting and drilling. Then why not get the young ones involved in your project by letting them paint their outdoor stools.

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• Walnut Lumber    
• Long Carriage Bolts    

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of your’s even further:

• Caribbean Acrylic Paint  

 

 

 

Okay, we’ve already built an Adirondack Chair so this time we’ll be making the one in the background. This is a basic couple’s chair, just like most chair projects but with the inclusion of extra seating capacity for two, and only two. Now to make this project extra personal, why not cut your initials into those finished wood panels.

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• Authentic Reclaimed Weathered Wood    
• Brass Plated Steel Trunk Nails    

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of your’s even further:

• DEWALT 20V Max Jig Saw  

 

 

 

Once again it’s in the creation of the building of the project where the fun lies. Simple as this project may look but on a second glance you’ll notice that those are four whole planks. Those aren’t just into sections with supports, but rather four planks that intersect one another. Oh and the answer is … they’re made with a cross lap-joint. For extra imaginative points why not turn this project into a steampunk piece, by adding some metal piping.

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• Jigsaw Blades Set   
• Hardwood boards    

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of your’s even further:

• Industrial Pipe Decor  

 

 

 

How do you keep that form? Well, the secret to this one is “Flat bar”. Flat bars have a multitude of uses in crafty forms for your all-around furniture needs. On the other hand, this project seems to require a bit more sanding to make it comfortable. Or … you could simply slump a piece of cushioned materials on top.

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• Solid Flat in Plain Steel   
• MAX Orbital Sander    

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of your’s even further:

• Water-Resistant Patio Bench Cushion  

 

 

 

A dual functioning chair where both serve as a stress reliever, lounging, and rocking. The thing about the project is, if done right, it will not only be structurally stable but very light as well. This is because the tubings are not as thick. Thus you can lounge and rock anywhere you’d like. Since you’re already rocking it, why not add some LED lights to make it even disco classy!

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• Cardboard Mailing Tubes   
• Nylon Cable Wire Ties    

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of your’s even further:

• Led Strip Lights  

 

 

 

Project challenge … build an Adirondack Chair from One Pallet. But the real challenge is making the chairs as creative as possible. The sample above has metal studs and even some cargo ropes for accent. What would this inspire you to make, with just one pallet?

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• Decorative Tack Stud   
• Natural Thick Hemp Rope    

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of your’s even further:

• Bohemian Outdoor Cushions Cover  

 

 

 

Okay, it’s no hammock, but it will do if you have one of those lazy afternoons outdoors. It will even work as a lounger that adjusts to your sleeping position. The challenge here is how do you make it more appealing? Colorful climbing ropes carved holes into the planks or better yet lights for the nights!

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• Static Climbing Rope   
• Self Adhesive Wood Grain    

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of your’s even further:

• Flat Flexible RGB Strip Light  

 

 

 

The fun part is making your bricks, either from concrete or clay. Both are best for making bricks. They just push you back into your younger years when you’d play with mud and pretend to make bricks. Well, you’re old enough to be able to make your bricks now. Even better you can create your outdoor furniture out of the bricks that you make. Then properly spruce it up with some color to make it look neat.

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• Paving Brick Slab    
• Maple Leaf Road Board Mould    

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of your’s even further:

• 2TONE Series Variety Pigment Packs  

 

 

 

How far does your creativity go? When inspiration flow does it take you to galaxies far and beyond? Or are you a more Earthy type of person? One that sees everything in a tint of brown. The Earth does provide everything material that you need; it’s then up to you on how you’d mold it to your liking. Like using old foundations as a base and an old bed backboard as your backing, thus now you have an outdoor chair. Even better would be to place a plastic storage tote in the middle to support the wood planks. This would then double as an extra outdoor storage box.

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• Veneer Stone Rubber Molds    
• Richmond Headboard    

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of your’s even further:

• Industrial Plastic Storage Tote  

 

 

Benches

 

 

If you love entertaining people in your backyard for any occasion. This is the project worth working on. Here’s some wood magic as well. Why not soft coat your DIY project with some Restor-A-Finish for that authentic wood tint. Even though your furniture does look like pallets put together, the color would just make some of your guests think twice about what it’s made from.

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• Galvanized Nails    
• Circular Saw, Ideal for Soft Wood    

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of your’s even further:

• Restor-A-Finish, Dark Oak  

 

 

Nothing’s as relaxing as that Santorini, Greece feels, seeing all that powder white walls facing the sunlit seas. Why not bring that feels home with an outdoor furniture project. Then customize the position of your little project to provide better seating capacity by rolling them around your patio.

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• Outdoor Patio Wicker Seat Cushions    
• Milk Paint, Classic White Finish    

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of your’s even further:

• Polyurethane Black Mag Designer Caster  

 

 

 

Another set of a comfy and cozy garden set made with just a couple of pallets. The secret to this one is properly sanding all the sharp edges and topping with a ton of soft outdoor cushions. Best would be to place water-proof cushions so you could lounge around even during the rain. Or, lounging while your sprinkler is on.

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• DEWALT Palm Sander    
• Outdoor Soleil Tufted Seat Cushions    

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of yours even further:

• Backyard Spinning Turtle Sprinkler  

 

 

 

I don’t just see two benches … I also see potential! I see a double bed, a Korean Pyung Sang, or a picnic table. Then just out of the blue, I saw an outdoor bunk bed. Yep, that’s for when you and you’re mate’s so drunk you couldn’t even use your house keys. But that outdoor bunk bed will do till the morning! DIY TIP: Use the furniture foot guide as a marking guide. This will ensure that your latches always line up whenever you double up your project as a bunk bed.

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• Sanding Discs    
• Threaded Stem Furniture Glides    

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of yours even further:

• Decorative Vintage Bronze Hasps  

 

 

 

Okay, there’s the pull out bed and there’s this, the pullout bench that turns into a double bed. Might not be a one-weekend project but it sure is a worthwhile project. Especially true if you have a small room in the house that you’d like to double as both an entertainment and guest room as well.

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• Phillips Flat TwinFast Wood Screws    
• Black Moon and Star Futon Mattress    

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of your’s even further:

• Drawer Slide Kit  

 

 

 

Making an ordinary bench project is easy to do, but where’s the fun in that. A bit of a challenge would go a long way in having some fun while building a project. How about making your pallet bench a bit sturdier, by strapping 3” flat iron-binding on it. Plus as an added appeal why not drill some holes into that strip of iron and pound some rustic nails.

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• Metal Drill Bits for Steel   
• Carbon Steel Rectangular Bar    

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of your’s even further:

• Wrought Head-Rose Head Nail  

 

 

 

This bench does not only provide rest and relaxation when needed. It also provides spaces for your provisions so that you could continue relaxing. The fun never stops when you don’t have to move too far away from where you are just to replenish your thirsty throat. Or better yet, you’re just a box away from your crispy chips. Thus you can simply place a cloth-based storage unit or a kick-ass cooler, this project is for those serious about not moving an inch and enjoying the sun.

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• Mahogany Plywood   
• Fancy Heavy-Duty Strap Hinge    

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of your’s even further:

• Electric Cooler  

 

 

 

At first glance, this is just another bench box. But looking carefully it’s actually the man cave for your lovely pets. Either for your dog or your cat, this bench will serve as their home outside your home. Other than the soft tuft covering your bench the soft fluff in it will also be great for those stress-relieving moments.

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• Stainless Steel Flip Safety Door Latch   
• Double Bubble Reflective Foil Insulation    

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of your’s even further:

• Pet Door Hidden Litter Box  

 

 

 

Tired of lounging around your garden tools, or your briquette and barbeque supplies around whenever you have a lawn party? Well, fear not, here’s an outdoor furniture project just for the occasion. A rolling classic box locker, just right for all your lawn supplies or your barbeque needs. Build it on a Saturday and use it the next day. That’s how easy to build this project is.

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• Stainless Steel Angle Joint  
• Large Storage Containers    

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of your’s even further:

• Swivel Heavy Duty Industrial Wheel  

 

 

 

First impressions are always the best and having this decorative patio box, alludes to the classy appeal of your home. It can have a cast iron Trivet that might symbolize your home’s ancestral token. Then you could use rustic hinges as an accent corner brace to add to the elegance of what would have been just a simple wooden box.

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• Cast Iron Trivet, Sun and Moon  
• Alleluia Black Antique Iron Tee Hinge    

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of your’s even further:

• Colorful Twisted Cotton Rope  

 

 

 

This project is all about being big, everything is large, the space, the lid, what you put in it. This project can keep and protect your precious beer cooler and look good as well. Just right for the next backyard, football party. And to make it even more interesting why not use a barn door as a lid, just to make it extra hefty.

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• Door Latch  
• Gas Strut, Lid Support    

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of your’s even further:

• Single Wood Barn Door  

 

 

 

This project is a mobile storage unit, great for keeping your gardening tools or a hefty cooler. The whole item could be stowed on your porch or within your garden. With its large caster wheel, you can move it from your patio to your garden with ease. Decorative panels could be placed on the sides and the top of the lid, for a more appealing look.

 

Here are some suggested materials to get your inspiration going:

• Industrial Pipe Barn Door Handles  
• Pneumatic Swivel Caster    

And something out of the box material to tickle that imagination of your’s even further:

• Engraved Decorative Screen Panel  

 

 

 

Simple projects make for simple enjoyable moments. A Leopold bench is so basic it’s one of the very first projects woodworking schools teach. On the other hand, given enough challenge, even this simple bench can provide hours of stress-relieving work. Some would carve simple shapes on its flat surfaces and then add accents to it as well. Others would challenge themselves by adding cushioning that further beautifies his woodwork.

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