Woodcraft Magazine has released a new book that will help those who build furniture for outdoor spaces, Building Outdoor Furniture – 15 how-to projects, plus advice about materials, finishes and outdoor furniture restoration, all taken from the pages of past magazine issues.

Former editor, Chad McClung explained the choice of outdoor furniture for the eighth book, published by Cedar Lane Press: “Some of our most popular projects have been for use outside, so we selected the best of our unique and useful outdoor projects from over the years and collected them here.”

 

Regardless of skill level, McClung said builders will find “how-to instructions are easy-to-follow, yet challenging enough to keep you interested. And each of the over-a-dozen projects would make an excellent long-lasting addition to any patio, porch, or backyard.”

McClung added, “Each chapter features skill-building tips and techniques to add to your shop arsenal. Plus, you’ll find expert advice on the proper materials – wood species, glue, hardware, and finish – to use for outdoor builds.”

Outdoor Table and Benches

High-Top Patio Chairs and Table. Two projects are included – one to build a chair and one a table.

Garden Bench
(The Adirondack Glider is featured on the book's cover.)

Adirondack Table & Footstool

Octagonal Table & Benches

Garden Arbor

 Easy-Breezy Porch Swing

Garden Obelisk

Arbor Gate complements the Garden Arbor project.

Potting Bench

Build a Bench

There are so many outdoor project to choose from in this fascinating book!  Get Yours Today!

The magazine launched several series of special interest books in 2012. Here's a few that may interest you:

• 14 Wooden Boxes You Can Make
•  Home Workshop Setup: the Complete Guide
• Home Workshop Storage: 21 Projects to Build 
• Home Workshop Jigs & Fixtures: 46 Shop-Proven Projects
• Classic Wooden Toys, The Essential Woodturner, and
• The Essential Wood Book.