DIY Outdoor Furniture Ideas

Haven't found the right furniture for your outdoor space yet? Curious to know where to get started and how? We have the answers for you. From tutorial videos to top projects, we have ideas to inspire you and get you started making your own outdoor furniture. Be sure to follow the popular discussions happening right now on the topic.

Outdoor Furniture Basics
Choose wisely
Be sure to only buy chairs and tables that were designed to be outdoors. Don’t purchase items that will mold or get blown away.
Measure up
Measure the terrace or deck space before buying furniture to avoid getting chairs and tables that look too small or big in the space.
Set your intention
Do you intend to relax or is it a place for barbecues? Decide how you wish to utilize the space and purchase the appropriate furniture.
Color and materials
Earthy colors blend well in a garden and don’t reveal dirt. Opt for easy-to-clean materials which won’t get damaged by wind or rain.
Stay tidy
Especially in the fall and winter, clean and wipe your furniture on a regular basis to prevent leaves and mold from accumulating.
Top Projects for Outdoor Furniture

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Outdoor Furniture Videos

DIY outdoor furniture in video tutorial format. This is what you've been looking for.

Outdoor Table Using Pavers!

This is the EASIEST concrete table top ever! The whole build only cost $35 and we use it constantly!

Folding Chair Upcycle

This post was transcribed by a member of the Hometalk editorial team from the original HometalkTV episode.The next time you see a folding chair by the curb, grab it! You can turn it into the perfect game-day chair.

New Life for an Old Chair

I had an Adirondack chair which really needed help. I was going to paint it then I had another idea.

I Built a Fire Table Out of a Recycled Wine Barrel and Wire Spool.

I wanted to surprise my family with a unique gift so I built an outdoor table from a recycled wine barrel and wire spool. The catch was I integrated a propane burner into the project to produce a fire table the whole family could enjoy on those cool nights. Follow along and you too can build something unique like this.

New Outdoor Furniture Projects

Browse our new DIY outdoor furniture projects and get inspired.

Browse Outdoor Furniture Projects
Give Your Backyard a Stylish Makeover With Overstock & Safavieh
DIY Bucket A/C
Ever Wanted to Make One of Those Dresser Drawer Ottomans?
DIY Crate Stools for Toy Storage
Antique Soda Fountain Parlor Set Reclaimed by SK Sartell
Lowe’s Picnic Table Makeover, Memaw’s Way!
Make a Simple DIY Pallet Sofa Chair From Recycled Wood
Mosaic Garden Table
Build a Pallet Sectional - Pallet Furniture DIY
Build A Sturdy Sofa/Couch From Pallets (Outdoor) DIY
Landscaping Project
Turn an Inexpensive Wire Basket Into a Gorgeous DIY Table
Outdoor Cinder Block Wet Bar/Gardening Station
How to Build a Portable Slide-on Railing Bar Top / Counter
Make an Easy Outdoor Side Table
Painting A Stool With A Mackenzie-Childs Look
Rewebbing a Lawn Chair Without Actual Webbing
What Can You Make Out of Wire Spools...This and That!
DIY Side Table: How to Craft a Stunning Faux Stone Patio Accent Table
Iron Bench & Table Into Chair & Ottoman
Patio Furniture Update
New Life to Inexpensive Resin Wicker Chairs
Amazing Upcycle: How to Make an Outdoor Lounge Chair From Bed Slats
How to Build a Simple Potting Bench.
Pottery Barn "Inspired" Abbott Island & Hutch Set
How to Make a Simple & Stylish DIY Patio Umbrella Stand
Trash to Ottoman From Papasan Chair
New Life for an Old Chair
Refurbished/Recycled Trampoline Swing!
Old Desk... Home Bar!
Tomato Cages to Cocktail Tables
Repurposed Plant Stand and Updated Patio Furniture
11 Pictures of Crazy Cool Uses for Tree Stumps
Folding Table Makeover With Retique It Liquid Wood
New Life for a Vintage Glider and Chairs!
How to Use up Your Old Broken China to Make a Unique Mosaic Table
How to Easily Turn a Plastic Milk Crate Into a Table or Seat
Stained Glass Patio Table for Under $25
Changing Table to Bar Cart
Inexpensive (DIY) Cocktail Tables
Redo Patio Sling Chairs for Under $25
Repurposed Wooden Spool to Towel and Table Rack
Make an Outdoor Drink Pedestal Table Your Guests Will Love
A "Tie-Dye for" Set of Barstools!
How to Paint Wicker and A Wicker Chair Makeover
Personalize Any Project Using Freezer Paper!!
Turn a Folding Table Into a Dining Table!
Round Coffee Table Turns Into Tufted Ottoman
How to Upcycle an Old Bed Base Into a Cold Frame
EndTable Facelift...
Material of the Week: Rust-Oleum Painter's Touch 2x Spray
How to Make a DIY Convertible Picnic Table That Folds Into a Bench Sea
DIY Dollar Store Side Table
DIY Wood Pallet Outdoor Bar
Turn a Glass Top Table Into a Wood Top Like Magic!
Make an Industrial Style Pipe Leg Table With Just One ToolA
Create The Perfect Farmhouse Table With A Painted Wood-Grain Effect
Macrame Lawn Chair
Changing Table Turned Potting Bench
The Easiest Way To Paint Furniture With Curves