1st Kreg Jig Project. Credit for inspiration to a DIY project seen online (Anna White I think?) but revised to be more contemporary. 4/4 white oak with 2 coats of Spar clear satin urethane.
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Thanks JW - The finish is two coats of Spar Urethane - Clear Satin. I don't really know much about fine finishes but I am quite satisfied with the turnout - I was concerned because I really wanted to keep the pale oak coloring and so much oak furniture that I've seen has a strong yellow tint to it. Even this stuff which guarantees to be completely clear brought out more yellow with each coat.
I didn't add any extra to the base - I'm probably going to tack on the thinnest casters I can find so that it doesn't look too obvious but will get some airflow and prevent the bottom pieces from constantly wicking moisture.
Thanks AGB, in fact I did notice it after I wrote the note but looking at the slide show. I have a couple of patio chairs (I might post them) with similar angles. I should note that they are comfortable with and without cushions and just as strong either way. (It's a Danish idea that I noticed over there; the type of chair and using them with or without cushions)
This is a really nice set and looks really elegant. You said it is "quite sturdy" and with the cushions in place they will absorb most of the force when someone sits in it over and over. But without the cushions I don't think the chairs will last as long as with them on.
What did you use as a finish to protect from weather and did you use more on the bottom of the legs and the bottom stretcher as they might be prone to more water from being on a wet ground?
Thank you Pierre. The back is attached to the legs with typical glue/pocket screw (2) connections - basically its a 165 degree angle (for a 15 degree back incline) with the pocket holes on the obtuse side. If you look at the pic with both chairs you can see that in one chair I messed up and put the holes on the back pieces instead of the leg pieces (where they can be hidden by the seat frame). The back also is supported of course by the arms. I was worried about the angled connection but after building and sitting it is quite sturdy.
Now that is very nice and stylish. Has a European look and flair about it. How was the back attached to the rear legs?
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