Place decking on top, evenly spacing, and screw down, two screws per joint (recommended). It is my next project after planting season is over! I bought 7- 12' and 1- 8' 2x4 and had less waste wood and all of the parts. 
What are the dimensions for the cushions? Took me about 5 1/2 hours from start to finish (for both). I cant find 2x4 cedar boards anywhere. New!!! and do great. I used 8 foot boards instead of 10 (I have a tiny hatchback). Turn your outdoor sofa into a sectional with these plans: We also share our outdoor wood finishing secrets in this post. And to use this plan to measure out for a chair or two. Thank you. @dickblazer we have fixed the link so you should be able to download now! With just some 2x4 boards, you could be seating in style this summer! The arm rest is 28 1/2 I had a harder time finding cost effective cushions than actually building pieces. Should i buy a mattress pad or something to put underneath the cushions or should i just buy firmer cushions. Can I ask, what program you use to do these diagrams, I'd like to modify the design a bit to fit my requirements, Love the diagrams etc. Attach longer 2x4 to two of the shorter 2x4s with screws. I see it in the plans but not the cut list so Im wondering if the material list is accurate? Thanks for taking the design time out of the equation to the point where I can just cut and drill! Espero que si ;)! sometimes it is hard to get 2x4x10s. **Exclusive Feature**:
In this plan you ask to buy 5- 12' and 4- 8' 2x4's. Ana White plans include step by step diagrams and shopping and cut list. Thanks Ana. Arm Middle:
You can use 24 x 24 inch cushions for the bottom or 25 x 25" (which will be just a smidge big, according to what Ana White said on one of her videos). I made some modifications:
Cut boards using a compound miter saw (preferred) but you can also use a circular saw. The plans are on the sofa makers blog Ana White on Robi Nation. Is this site professionally managed? That's for 1 person doing everything on the ground. Cushions arrived yesterday so its finally complete! I hope this helps. These are absolutely BEAUTIFUL. Screw together with screws, also attach to board from step 3. Hubs had to take them inside his workshop and give them a play by play tutorial of how he made it! With just some 2x4 boards, you could be seating in style this summer! I used only 8ft boards - think you can get away with 15 of them as I recall.
(3) Used plywood for the seat instead of 2x4s, was going to add hinges so I could swing the seat up to store stuff under it, but just screwed it down instead. 
Im addicted now! Thanks if anyone has good answers. having trouble finding where to download the plans for this? Since this is an outdoor couch, do you have instructions on how to weatherproof the wood? This brilliant Youtuber named Ana White really outdid herself on this project and the results are outstanding. For your convenience, here's the plans in this collection. Attach the seat framing to the arms with 2-1/2 exterior screws, through the arm tie-in boards. Love this idea I'm going to have to do this. May add 1 (either 2x2 or 2x4) along the seat to keep the cushions from going out the back. It's working on our end so you may want to try a different internet browser. 4 should be used up since they are 2x4s, meaning 2 from each end of the 28 1/2 long board. Super simple and all worked well. Your builds are always easy to follow and beautiful.
I would like to make this couch without arms, yet have slats in the back any suggestions? You'll just need some 2x4s and screws! Copyright 2009-2011 Ana White/Ana White.com. How many 2x4's planks should be purchased? Blueberry Chia Jam - 10 Mintues, 3 Ingredients! I would love to build it and put it in our outdoor gazebo. Excited. Great planso easy. This plan uses standard 24" x 24" "Deep Seat" cushions, available at most retailers, like these from Target. Build Seat Frame:
Looks great Ana might have to build this :-). MATERIALS USED: is a list of all the parts, a video to view over and over, and step by step instructions. According to that list, you'll need 11 2x4x10's. Thank you. (1) Moved the rear beam back 6 inches and added 2 vertical supports. convert this sofa to anoutdoor sectional. Cant find self-tapping exterior deck screws, the ones i did find say wood to metal, not wood to wood. I really want to build this but am wondering what size pocket hole drill and screws you use?. I can find 1x4 cedar boards. We used cushions like this from Home Depot for ours: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Hampton-Bay-Woodbury-Textured-Sand-Replacement-Outdoor-Sofa-Cushion-JY9127-S-CUSH/204378799. the top rails on the sides are NOT long enough. One Arm 2x4 Outdoor Sofa - Sectional Piece. Would it be possible to use an old trampoline mat for the bottom seating areas instead of decking and how could that be supported? This completes the seat frame. Love em and thank you!!! You only missed one item on the cut list and thats the 28.5 cut for the arm rest. Build the seat frame using the self tapping screws. Also would it be good to add a support in the middle or no need? Thanks. @MrsAjj - The cushion size depends on how large you decide to build your couch so measure yours to be sure. Since 2009. I added 1 more 2x4 to the back, just under the top rail. Is there a way to modify this plan to match the Modern Outdoor Chair from 2x4s and 2x6s? Blueberry Chia Jam - 10 Mintues, 3 Ingredients. Thanks, Great simple and easy design. It is not currently listed in the cut list. Cannot wait to make this. I used cedar and added the extra boards so the cushions would stay put. You can also use pocket holes. https://www.ryobitools.com/nation/projects/4499. Hi everyone! How can this be? The Home Depot carries a variety of outdoor couch cushions, and there have been a handful of folks who have put together their own! I completed one side this pas weekend. Please consider taking a second to share. I cant wait to finish it up this weekend. NOTE: be sure to cut a 28.5 board for the arm. Nice! Hi, Greg- There is a link just before the steps that allows you to download the plan, including a shopping list. Recommend screwing at an angle into the legs if possible for maximum strength. Built it! This is an amazing video that will take through this project, step by step. Is there a particular store you found your cushions? The finished product looks so cute.
Please consider taking a second to share. Anyone have a link to these type of screws needed? Screw back piece at an angle into the arms with 2-3/4" screws. Aside from the missing 28.5" piece from the cut list, I'm surprised no one has mentioned the dimensions in Step 1 are off by one inch. hi Ana **Exclusive Feature**: Attach seat frame to the arm with screws. Any recs on good places to find cushions? 18V ONE+ HP BRUSHLESS 7-1/4" CIRCULAR SAW, 18V ONE+ HP BRUSHLESS 1/2" DRILL/DRIVER KIT, Furniture, Im so curious where you got your cushions? Couches and other patio furniture is so expensive and made cheaply! Otherwise, this was fun to make and easy with the plans. I would like to upload photos buy I dont know where to do that. Arms:
I don't think the dimensions are exactly right, but it occurred to me that it is close enough to adapt to the size of a baby crib mattress. Copyright 2009-2011 Ana White/Ana White.com. Since 2009. If I were to use 2x4x8s how many would i need? I still only used 11 pieces of lumber, I just made the smaller slats 24 inch (instead of 25.5) so each board was one big and one small and I made the 2 medium boards 27 inch. One says you need 9 at 72" and the other one says you need 11 at 72". .png)
One of my favorite projects I did last year was this 2x4 outdoor sofa. Click here to download Ana White's blueprints for this How-To! Super simple build! step by step is some one else doing the thinking for you. The plans were super easy to follow. and covering with an outdoor fabric. Everybody loves them. Hi, Ana. My only wish is for a board to keep the seat cushions from sliding back. Made this couch earlier this week for my screened in patio, I am SUPER happy with it. The Home Depot carries a ton of choices for outdoor wood treatments. Standard outdoor cushions? Love how it came out!
All Rights Reserved. Hi can someone help me understand this plan. I really like this sectional. I'll definitely be using some of your plans as starting points in future. Ana makes two projects here as well, one project is a sofa with arms and the other project is a sectional, she uses these same plans for both. Build your own outdoor sofa! Ibuildand sharesmart, stylish diy projects. Do you recommend doing such, or can i pass on this? The benefit to that would be that most baby crib mattress come with a plastic or water repellant cover which would be lovely for patio use. Which one should i follow to avoid waist? Back Support:
I have a bad back. Copyright 2009-2011 Ana White/Ana White.com. Too bad you guys don't have a step by step like Ana has for all her other plans on her site!! Thanks Ana and Ryobi. Also, it would need to be chair height because my husband has bad knees. I built the low back modern chairs and my husband isn't crazy about them because of no back. We also have a plans to convert this sofa to anoutdoor sectional, a matching outdoor coffee table plan, and outdoor wood finishing secrets. I did use pocket holes instead just to give some extra strength. Attach seat boards to top of seat frame with 2-3/4" screws. Can you share any info on the cushions that fit best with it?! This DIY outdoor sofa has to be the nicest looking, most professional, and sleek sofas I have ever found in the DIY world. Attaching Arms to Seat:
Those step-by-step instructions are much clearer than the text-only procedure written here. Sanded with 120-grit sandpaper, two coats of Thompson's Water Seal (transparent). Thanks much! @DIY_Diva - We only have a finished image for this project. This did not account for the one board that is critical of 28.5" long for the chair arm and no mention of it on the cut or material list.
We love seeing your projects. (2) Added some diagonal supports to connect the legs to the center frame for rigidity. Cant find self-tapping exterior deck screws but says wood to metal, not wood to wood. Copyright 2009-2011 Ana White/Ana White.com. It looks great and is comfortable. But it looks cute and homemade so oh well. Im new to this and havent used my kreg jig yet so not sure what the difference is. Also consider a back for these benches. Fill all holes with wood filler and let dry. Very odd. Please consider taking a second to share. Beautiful! Let me know!! 2x4 loveseats https://imgur.com/gallery/534Euxl. Anyone have trouble finding cedar boards?? We love seeing your projects. I'm going to go with a walnut stain though, because it will match better with the house overall. What good is it to me if some one else does
And the piece that fits inside is 25 1/2 we should be able to take a picture with the size of all parts
This plan is for the One Arm Sofa. Hi, Nuck82- Sanding and especially sealing is a great idea for this project. Will that work? 
Thanks for the plans!! Deep Seat Cushions, 24" x 24" x 4-5" deep, with matching pillows, 150 - 2-1/2 to 3" long, self-tapping exterior decking screws (#8, #9 or #10 will all work). The hubby wanted me to use recycled 4x4's so I changed up the arms a bit, but they fit with the rest. I am doubting these plans and see lots of potential holes in the engineering especially if there are no solutions or replies to the followers/builders. Attach seat slats to seat support frame, with 2- exterior decking screws. Have you pre drilled guide holes before each screw? . !For our first time, we did awesome!.The only adjustment I made was that I made it the size of a twin bed So my bottom cushion is actually a mattress!But great plan, great instructions !.On to the next project!!! Just finished the frame - love it! Exterior Spaces, This allows me to use seat cushions for the back instead of pillows. Cedar 2x4s seem to be on expensive side? Made 2 of these the other day. Ana suggested to use a water sealer made by thompson apparently is very nice and water proof to protect the wood, Does this sectional have a back rest? 
Thanks. The Images and the downloadable blue prints are still missing. Click here to download Ana White's blueprints for this How-To! Another important tip for you is to choose the wood that is completely straight, so I always go to pick mine, I never trusted ask for delivery when woods is involve, they can send any random and not completely straight, hope this help. Please consider taking a second to share. What is the best cushion size for each couch? These are extremely hard to find so I am interested to know what others did for cushions. Attach arm rests (28- long) to legs (25- long) with 2- exterior decking screws. Anyone have any of these downloaded which you wouldnt mind sharing? This time use a pocket hole jig set for 1- thick boards, and 2- long pocket hole screws. The video has all the step by step instructions. Still enjoy it though. All we need now is some one to say over and over " look what I made", Hello everyone - the plans for Ana's Outdoor Couch are now downloadable in Step 1 of the How-To (just make sure you are logged in to RYOBI Nation to view!
I mostly used pocket holes so the screws wouldnt be visible. @ahmed-omran2018 did you try clicking on the hyperlink that says "click here". I now have an extra 25 1/2 and am short a 28 1/2" board.. Great looking sofa, made one for my back deck <3. Hi. This is very nice. Arm Tie-In:
I made mine in redwood which looks very pretty with all the different colors and patterns in it. The images are broken and there is no download. Assuming your face shows up on camera, Watch Movies you are thought of as a "highlighted extra" and will bring in more cash as well as a Screen Actor's Guild voucher for your work that day. Cut all of your boards according to the cut list. A circular saw, chop saw, or compound miter saw is recommended for cutting. Cut the seat framing boards with compound miter saw or similar. I'd like to make two of these for my patio. Treating timber wood helps extend the life of this construction material, reducing the levels of upkeep and repair needed. ), We can so do this, can't wait to make ours :). This DIY Outdoor Sofa is so gorgeous, it has the look of a high-end piece that would cost a couple of thousand if you bought it in the store. I hope you feature this design on your website with the sketchup illustrations. The cushions I designed this sofa to fit are theses: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Hampton-Bay-Beverly-Beige-Replacement-3-Piece-Outdoor-Corner-Chair-Cushion-Set-89-22303/203790032?MERCH=REC-_-product-1-_-203790030-_-203790032-_-N and these: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Hampton-Bay-Beverly-Beige-Replacement-2-Piece-Outdoor-Chair-Cushion-Set-89-22301/203790030?MERCH=REC-_-PIPHorizontal1-1-_-NA-_-203790030-_-N
I also put the back board vertical instead of horizontal for a little more support, I don't see any reason why to make it differently, its still deep seating and fit standard cushions from Lowes. Please review Disclaimer and Terms of Service, $120 for wood (per sofa), $12 for screws, $25 for water seal, $150 for cushions (per sofa). if the sections are 4x2 so the widest point is 4" the smallest is 2" so simple maths 25.5" + the 2 + 2" sections adds upto 29.5" NOT 28.5" so they are 1" too short. Im having a hard time finding the correct sizes, I'm in the process of getting all my supplies and plan on getting my cushions at this site: https://www.thefoamfactory.com/opencellfoam/HD36-R.html 9 - 2x4 @ 72 (or cushion width x times 3), 13 - 2x4 @ 25-1/2 (or cushion depth plus1-1/2"), 2 - 2x4 @ 28-1/2 (or cushion depth plus 4-1/2"). Attach the final 72 long 2x4 board to the tops of the arms, at the back. The distance between the inside of the boards is 67". While the supervisor will fix any such issues, all the more frequently the understudy is more worried about referring to, association, responding to the examination questions, www.expertmemoire.com/ and composing the techniques area accurately and to the rigid rules. I made on but changed it up just a little, but the basic plans didn't change much. Thank you so much, I just made this set for the backyard and we love them! Click the blue link at the top, or paste this into your browser:http://eff5c75290b0e498bfcc-cdb2fd2cc8e016557784fa363a2704b5.r93.cf1.rackcdn.com/Outdoor%20Sofa%20Plans.pdf, Hi, The above Materials says you need 11 2x4 @ 72 inches and the downloadable plans say you need 9 2x4 @72inches. Just attach 5 of the 25-1/2 long 2x4s to 2 of the 72 long 2x4s, spacing about 16 apart. Modern style meets DIY cool in this sturdy cedar sofa! We used the cheapest we could find from At Home, the ones that included the top and bottom as one, and had to add some extra throw pillows for added comfort since the back seems to dig in when you sit! Well use this board to tie into the seat framing in the next step. I would need to make it more comfortable because we would sit on it for hours playing games. When wood filler is completely dry, sand the project in the direction of the wood grain with 120 grit sandpaper. Can you confirm which it is? 
Finished product looks great. Hi!My daughter and I just built this!!! Some builders add a middle row to the back/sides to help keep cushions in line. Copyright 2009-2011 Ana White/Ana White.com. What size cushions will fit this couch? Modular Outdoor Seating from 2x4s and Cedar Fence Pickets, "Just Add Legs" DIY Bed Frame (All Mattress Sizes), Easiest Corn Hole Plans with Free Printable PDF, Trimmed and ready for Christmas - Dollhouse, our modified version of printers sideboard. I might add a 2x4 toward the bottom/back to keep them in place. All Rights Reserved. https://www.ryobitools.com/nation/projects/4499, https://www.thefoamfactory.com/opencellfoam/HD36-R.html, (5) 2X4 @ 12 FEET LONG - CUT THE 70-1/2" AND 72" LONG PIECES FROM THESE BOARDS, (4) 2X4 @ 8 FEET LONG - CUT THE REST OF THE BOARDS FROM THESE BOARDS, (10) 2x4 @ 25-1/2" (includes back support), (1) 2x4 @ 70-3/4" (back support--cut to fit). How To Make A Whimsical DIY Owl Dreamcatcher, 100 DIY Bedroom Decor Ideas | Creative Room Projects, 34 DIY Home Decor Ideas Made With Repurposed Crates, 43 Simple Snacks To Make in Less Than 5 Minutes, 34 DIY Photo Albums To Showcase All Those Pics, 31 Free Printables and Templates for Mason Jars, Visit our friends at DIY Projects for Teens, 5 (24) @ 12 feet long (cut the 70 1/2 and the 72 long pieces from these boards, 4 (24) @ 8 feet long (cut the rest of the boards from these boards). Love it!
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