Build an Adirondack Chair

Beginner woodworking

Have you always wanted a classic Adirondack chair? An outdoor chair you could comfortably sit in all day just watching the world pass by. Somewhere to enjoy a great book, a beer or wine or even dinner.

Working under an experienced Canadian cabinet maker, students will learn about the basics of furniture building including wood and construction principles, design, working with a range of hand and power tools. You will walk away with not only possibly the most comfortable outdoor chair you have ever sat in, but one you’ve built yourself. You will also gain a range of skills and knowledge that will leave you ready to tackle a range of furniture projects of your own.

2 x 8 hour days
$749 per person
Open to students 18 and over
Course includes moderate physical exertion

    • Knowledge of general safety in the workshop

    • Timber selection for outdoor use and an understanding of second-hand timber

    • Grain direction and strength and weaknesses

    • Project outline and assembly

    • Use of various woodworking tools and equipment

    • Use woodworking fixings such as screws and bolts

    • How to use woodworking glues

    • Sanding and finishing

  • This workshop is aimed at people with no experience with woodwork. It is open to anyone 18 years and over.

  • By the end of this woodwork for beginners class you will have:

    • An appreciation of the value of second-hand timber.

    • An understanding of the structural properties of timber and timber joinery

    • The knowledge to safely and effectively use a variety of traditional hand tools and modern day power tools

    • An understanding of different woodworking glues and finishes

    • Been introduced to woodworking terminology

    • Used a number of woodworking devices and jigs

    • Your own comfortable Adirondack chair.

    • The confidence to start your own projects at home

    • You are required to wear closed-toe shoes.Please wear clothing that can get dirty (e.g. sawdust will be present). Long hair needs to be tied back and no loose hanging jewellery should be worn.

    • The Adirondack chair is large. You will be able to store it at the school if necessary until the following Wednesday latest. You must pick it up by then.

    • To make it a little easier to transport home, the chair can be slightly disassembled and you will need to reinsert 8 screws at home. Also the outdoor oil finish will need to be applied at home to avoid any mess in you transportation vehicle.

    • If you live near the school Mark may be able to drop off your chair using his Ute after the class on Saturday evening.

    • It transportation is difficult a delivery service can pick up the chair and deliver (at an additional expense).