DIY rocking chair

Each of us has at least once seen in a movie a hero comfortably sitting in a rocking chair. Admit that you repeatedly wanted to be in his place, and just as well indulge in thought and relaxation in a comfortable chair, gently swaying to the beat of the music. Such a piece of furniture is not cheap, and things are always more important. Well, now you can make a dream come true, and independently make a "dream".

What rocking chairs are

Such a piece of furniture is not only an adornment of a home, it is quite functional, convenient, and you can place it in any room. Everything will depend on the purpose of the product. Making a rocking chair on your own, you select it for your interior and the size of the room.

IMPORTANT! Before you begin preparing for the manufacture of the product, you should learn about its types, decide on your wishes and only then collect the tools and prepare the necessary materials.

Such products come in several forms:

1. Traditional or classic model. This type of product will fit perfectly into the classics or the interior in modern style. The runners have a small radius, therefore, the swing amplitude will also be negligible. Swinging stronger than expected, you can fall. To make such a model, you need to have an idea about the technology of furniture production.
2. Construction on arcs with chippers. This product is with a high landing, runners are made with ends curved to the other side. This design prevents the rocking chair from tipping over. According to all reviews, such a model is a little harsh due to the presence of chippers.
3. Rocking chair with oval runners, or elliptical. This model provides a quiet wiggle without jerking, however, in this chair you can tip over, so it is equipped with chippers. A similar option is indispensable for the garden.
4. Universal model 3 in 1. The model is a chair, a couch, and a rocking chair. Runners change their position when the body is tilted back. This is a rather complicated design, and sometimes takes up a lot of space.

The easiest armchair to make is the classic version. The rest will suit those who have experience in the manufacture of furniture. Having examined each model, you can begin to choose the right material.

What material to choose for a rocking chair

Traditionally, wood is used for such a design, however, in our time, many people also use metal, but do not forget that wood is an excellent material for making furniture, it is soft, pliable, and can take any shape. But consider other materials with which you can make a rocking chair:

1. Metal. The metal structure has its advantages, as it is stable, due to its wear resistance it is installed in summer cottages, in gardens, it has considerable weight, therefore it is recommended to make the chair from another material, and take an ellipse as the basis.
2. Proftruba. This type of material has gained popularity due to its lightness. It is not difficult to assemble a structure from a professional pipe, it does not require special fasteners, it is easily painted. However, with regular use, it quickly deteriorates.
3. Polypropylene pipes. Unlike the previous material, polypropylene pipes are durable. Making furniture from it is quite easy, and the tools will require the simplest.
4. Plastic bottles. A rather unusual solution, but quite original. It found its recognition after the boom in the recycling of waste began. If you are going to make a design of bottles, take care of their sufficient quantity.
5. Plywood. This, of course, is not a tree, but the material is quite popular. The production of plywood furniture is gaining momentum, and home craftsmen are no exception. Cutting parts is easy enough, after assembly it is recommended to be varnished for greater strength.
6. Tree. Completely natural and hypoallergenic material, the advantages of which are difficult to overestimate. A rocking chair made of wood will be very durable and will last for many years.

This is not the whole list of materials, the rocking chair can also be made from rattan and willow vines, and individual details can be made from natural or eco-leather.

DIY rocking chair: drawings and manufacturing process

Choosing the best model is the simplest, but if you have experience in the manufacture of furniture, you can try to make something more original. In any case, the rocking chair should be in harmony with the overall interior of the home. When the model is selected, you need to stock up on the necessary tools:

• templates for the frame;
• electric jigsaw;
• sandpaper;
• screwdriver;
• fixture;
• drill;
• paints and varnishes.

Making a simple version of wood

For a trained master with design experience, the following are unlikely to be interesting, but for those who want to make a comfortable chair without much effort, the most suitable option. Consider the simplest methods of production from wood at home.

An option when there is a finished chair or a wooden chair. The main thing is to prepare the arcs. If you cannot cut them yourself, or if you don’t have any tools, then you can order the skids from the master. Their length should be longer than 30 cm of the width of the legs. Be sure to "try on" the arc, putting a chair on them. Drill holes in the legs and fasten with arcs. Now you can paint the product. Below is a drawing of the simplest wooden rocking chair.

Metal rocking chair

A metal structure requires a certain skill, so we will consider a lightweight version that you can make yourself. As the material, profile pipes and elliptical-type joints will be used. The seat itself and the backrest are made of cables.

Another good option for a swinging chair, a deck chair can be seen below, it is made of a metal rod of 20 mm, this design is quite heavy in the final version, but much stronger. For its manufacture, the master will require experience in welding. Rods can be welded stronger than pipes. To make skids from such a material, you need to make an effort, since the rods are quite thick, and require physical strength at the bend. In this case, it is better to use the lever.

IMPORTANT! In a rocking chair made of metal, you need to think about the center of gravity so that the entire structure does not deviate back.

DIY tumbler chair for a garden

Such a design in the garden carries special charm and convenience. The tumbler chair is comfortable in that it rolls over without losing stability. You can be lying on your back, and straightening your legs to return the design to its original position. The most difficult to manufacture are skids, they need to be drawn on a certain grid, so that later the whole structure turns out to be stable.

Whatever model you choose, it will be possible to adapt it both for an apartment and for a country house. The main thing is to have a desire and the necessary set of tools. The material will succumb to any master who wants to add a twist to his interior with the help of a rocking chair.