Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Things You’ll Need:
- Lumber. I used cedar and didn't apply any paint or stain.
- Basic hand tools.
Step1
Front and Side View
The cut list is on the drawing. You don't have to use cedar, but it sure lasts a long time with no maintenance. It is very important that you cull the lumber no matter what wood you choose. You don't want to sit on split or knotty boards. Splinters are not good.
Step2
I fabricated the back and seat as separate assemblies and then attached the arms. I personally hate nails and used plated drywall screws entirely. I think that the drawing explains pretty much everything, but you may want to make changes here and there as you go along. This a very strong design and this swing had had a couple of 250# swingers before with no failure.
Step3
A-frame layout
Depending on whether you want to use this swing on your porch or in your yard, you may not need an a-frame for it to swing from. I did this simple layout had no trouble building from it. Of course you will need several feet of swing chain for porch or lawn.
Comments
westerngirl said
on 10/6/2008 I have always wanted a porch swing. This is great guide thanks!
showpup said
on 9/13/2008 Great directions, thank you. I love your articles. You have the best diagrams! 5 stars
Kilogramm said
on 8/9/2008 You make this sound so simple to do, 5 stars!
Susanh said
on 7/25/2008 Porch swings are a great addition to every home!