I was very anxious to write a review on this chair after the build and a couple of days use.
I have to say that this chair is an excellent value, and it was fun to assemble. It looks good as an outdoor chair and is reasonably comfortable to sit in. Overall, I am very pleased with the chair, and have to say they could easily be sold for 100.00. I would have no problem dropping 100.00 on this chair.
The unfinished wood is OK and well prepared with no splinters or any features that could injure the builder. The wood is not clear, which is to be expected for the price. I loathe the aluminum screws provided, but again, the price dictates these kinds of components. Had I known it would turn out great, I would have invested a few extra dollars for stainlesssteel fasteners. They will do the job, but you risk decapitating the screws in too much torque is applied. There is absolutely no need to crank any of the screws IF everything is lined up before tightening any screws. More about that
The instructions could not be easier to follow. They did leave out a very important piece of information that could easily make the difference between success and failure:
Dont tighten the screws until the assembly has been completed.
For example, the back of the chair has a lot of screws, so you would keep each screw loose until you can line up the base of the back to keep it perpendicular with the center of the upright back. Not doing this will result with a lot of explatives bandied about, and frustration. Keep everything somewhat loose until the chair is complete and correct. Then tighten all screws in one pass so none are missed. When done this way, the chair will be ultrasturdy. Guaranteed.
Small pilot holes are provided to start the screws, lining them up can be a challenge, but when the screws are loose, its a piece of cake.
If you are not a DYI person, I would find something else. I spent a total of three hours, one hour per day after work. You dont need tools. You dont need a drill for the screws, but I am a glutton for a good screw session. All you need is a good Phillips Head, approprietly sized to the cross on the screw head. Keep it onaxis with the screw and you will have no problem. Tried and true.
Assembly of the chair was extremely therapeutic and rewarding. Is the he of the mayhem going on in the world, a constructive distraction is a very welcome event its just not possible to put a monetary value on that experience. *** In honesty, I wish it were more challenging.
Maybe the nicest purchase I have made all year, and I have made a few.
Excellent Value DIY Buyers Only !
I was very anxious to write a review on this chair after the build and a couple of days use. I have to say that this chair is an excellent value, and it was fun to assemble. It looks good as an outdoor chair and is reasonably comfortable to sit in. Overall, I am very pleased with the chair, and have to say they could easily be sold for 100.00. I would have no problem dropping 100.00 on this chair. The unfinished wood is OK and well prepared with no splinters or any features that could injure the builder. The wood is not clear, which is to be expected for the price. I loathe the aluminum screws provided, but again, the price dictates these kinds of components. Had I known it would turn out great, I would have invested a few extra dollars for stainlesssteel fasteners. They will do the job, but you risk decapitating the screws in too much torque is applied. There is absolutely no need to crank any of the screws IF everything is lined up before tightening any screws. More about that The instructions could not be easier to follow. They did leave out a very important piece of information that could easily make the difference between success and failure: Dont tighten the screws until the assembly has been completed. For example, the back of the chair has a lot of screws, so you would keep each screw loose until you can line up the base of the back to keep it perpendicular with the center of the upright back. Not doing this will result with a lot of explatives bandied about, and frustration. Keep everything somewhat loose until the chair is complete and correct. Then tighten all screws in one pass so none are missed. When done this way, the chair will be ultrasturdy. Guaranteed. Small pilot holes are provided to start the screws, lining them up can be a challenge, but when the screws are loose, its a piece of cake. If you are not a DYI person, I would find something else. I spent a total of three hours, one hour per day after work. You dont need tools. You dont need a drill for the screws, but I am a glutton for a good screw session. All you need is a good Phillips Head, approprietly sized to the cross on the screw head. Keep it onaxis with the screw and you will have no problem. Tried and true. Assembly of the chair was extremely therapeutic and rewarding. Is the he of the mayhem going on in the world, a constructive distraction is a very welcome event its just not possible to put a monetary value on that experience. *** In honesty, I wish it were more challenging. Maybe the nicest purchase I have made all year, and I have made a few.