How to make a rocking chair with your own hands from wood, rattan, metal

Step-by-step production of a simple pendulum chair made of wood or metal

It is always difficult to choose gifts for older people, because many of them are conservatives and are wary of newfangled achievements of scientific and technological progress. A win-win option in this case would be a pendulum chair - the original product can be purchased in a factory version or made independently at home, using inexpensive materials at hand. Handmade furniture will be a very valuable gift, filled with home comfort and warmth. In addition, with a responsible approach to the task, it can look no worse than a factory one, and serve its owners much longer.

Features and Benefits

A rocking chair with a pendulum mechanism is furniture with a built-in function of uniform movement (swinging) back and forth. The movable seat is connected to a stable base using bearings to ensure an easy, smooth ride. This product is very convenient for small spaces. The swing angle depends on the size of the chair, the length of the elements that make up the frame, and also on what fasteners were used in production. The main advantages of this type of furniture:

• safety;
• practicality;
• noiselessness;
• ergonomics.

The basis of the pendulum mechanism consists of several bearings. They rock the seat, that is, they direct its movement. In this case, the main part of the chair remains in a static position. This type of furniture is very loved by children and the elderly, and young mothers use it to rock their newborn baby to sleep.

Execution options

Different materials can be used to produce pendulum chairs. Each of them has its own pros and cons. These features should be taken into account when choosing.

The seat and back are made of slats connected to each other. Reminds me of a smaller copy of a garden bench

Looks respectable, can be used outdoors in dry weather

With high air humidity, the pendulum rocker can be affected by fungus and mold. On light-colored wood, all scratches, chips, and cracks are clearly visible.

The rocking chair with a pendulum mechanism is a monolithic structure. Armrests with a back can be decorated with decorative details made using artistic forging techniques

Long service life, strength, resistance to external influences

Massive, heavy, prone to corrosion

Used for making wicker patterns. The seat can be solid or openwork

Lightness, original appearance, elegant design

It quickly becomes unusable, not suitable for outdoor use, the product is small in size

The most expensive furniture is made of metal and wood. Also, garden rocking chairs are often made of multi-colored plastic. Such chairs look impressive, but quickly break down, especially with daily use. Meanwhile, they are very convenient for children because they are easy to use and light in weight.

Rocking chairs made of coniferous wood are popular; they weigh little and have low density, so they are convenient to move around the room. Birch and oak are characterized by increased strength, but they are quite heavy.

Galvanized metal products are an ideal option for a summer residence. However, despite the presence of an anti-corrosion coating, the rocking chair should still be removed indoors for the winter.

How to choose the right one

Making a choice will not be difficult - just sit down in a chair. The body itself will tell you which design is most comfortable. When choosing, you should also focus on the main indicators and characteristics. Recommendations for buyers:

You need to understand for what purpose the product is purchased: for the office, home recreation, for use by schoolchildren, and so on. It is important to decide which upholstery is preferable: leather or fabric. It is worth taking into account hypoallergenic features, environmental friendliness, and finding out the disadvantages of materials. You should decide on the color scheme and dimensions so that the chair fits easily into the interior. It is recommended to pay attention to the design of the room where the product will be placed. You need to take your weight into account. It is advisable to familiarize yourself with the functionality and select your preferred swing mechanism

The product must operate silently. Additional accessories should be explored. It is important that the furniture is wide enough to fit comfortably. It is recommended to choose furniture with a high back. It is necessary to review quality certificates and other documentation to ensure the reliability of the manufacturer. An equally important selection criterion is the reputation of the company. It is recommended to decide on the price. You should not choose the cheapest furniture.

Glider chairs are modern designs that are characterized by high comfort, durability and attractive appearance. Many models have additional nice features

It is important to wisely choose a product that meets all requirements in order to fully enjoy the capabilities of modern furniture

How to make it yourself

To make a pendulum rocking chair with your own hands, you will need a drawing, carpentry tools and available materials. Working with wood at home is a little easier than working with metal. If you decide to make a rocking chair from iron, the finished furniture must be treated with an anti-corrosion coating.

Made of wood

At the preparatory stage, you should decide on the type of furniture. The easiest way is to make a rocking chair, in shape and design resembling a smaller copy of a garden bench, with a seat and back made of slats. This model is lightweight and easy to use. There is another type of chair - with a monolithic base, but such a product will be heavier.

Next, you need to prepare materials and tools. To work you will need:

• hacksaw;
• plane;
• hammer;
• screwdriver;
• Sander.

Suitable materials include plywood (wood), timber and slats. Do-it-yourself drawings are made on paper with a small checkered pattern. An ordinary chair is taken as a basis, only runners are attached to it at the bottom. During work, you should strictly follow the recommended algorithm of actions.

The pendulum mechanism consists of two bars connected to each other using hinges. The components are placed on glue or inserted into special grooves. The seat is made on the basis of a frame that follows the shape of the back, made of beams fastened with transverse slats. To assemble the rocking chair pendulum and support, hinges are attached to the legs, fixed on a stationary base - the swing angle depends on the length of these elements.

Step-by-step instructions for manufacturing and assembly:

1. The base is made from boards.
2. The seat and back are cut out and connected using fasteners.
3. The legs are cut out, then they need to be attached with glue and screws.
4. The armrests are formed and sanded and attached to the product.

After this, the finished furniture is sanded. Additionally, wooden parts can be primed. The final stage of finishing is varnishing.

To reduce the cost of work, you can use chipboard instead of wood. However, furniture made from this material does not look as impressive and has a shorter service life.

Types of rocking chairs

Properly designed and assembled pendulum chairs have a significant advantage over other models - they are much easier to swing, while the swing inertia lasts longer.

Which option is preferable if the assembly is done independently and for the first time?

The easiest way to assemble a chair is on runners, since it is enough to secure an ordinary chair on two curved slats. If you need a more original, but also simple option, I recommend a hanging chair. Of course, this option is suitable if the structure has somewhere to hang it.

About materials

The advantage of making chairs from wood is the availability of materials and the ease of machining.

Products made from rattan - the bark of the rattan palm - are becoming increasingly popular. The technology of weaving furniture from rattan is similar to weaving from willow, with the difference that finished furniture will cost more due to the exotic nature of the material.

The advantage of wicker chairs is the comfort of use as they provide shock-absorbing support for the body. The disadvantage of wicker furniture is the difficulty of making it yourself, in comparison with analogues made from lumber.

The advantage of furniture made of metal is the ability to assemble durable and at the same time externally weightless structures.

Now that we know what furniture is made of, it remains to decide which material is preferable for assembling a chair yourself. If you are planning to assemble a chair for the first time, I recommend lumber, as it is easy to work with and carpentry tools are available in any home workshop.

Examples of rocking chairs

I offer an overview of the most interesting structures that can be found in summer cottages.

How it swings

By tilting the structure to one side, we shift the center of gravity, which tends to return to its original position, repeating the action by inertia, but with a smaller amplitude

The principle of swinging is simple - there is a center of gravity that shifts during the first swing. Next, the center of gravity shifts by inertia, while the intensity of the rocking gradually shifts. When the structure swings on the runners, the inertia fades out faster, since more force is required to set the skis in motion on an imperfectly level floor base.

Seat displacement relative to the base in pendulum structures

The pendulum, as well as suspended models, swing by inertia longer, since there is no need to move the ski. On the other hand, it is easy to assemble a structure on skids, and therefore it is preferable to choose this option for the first experiments.

How to do it yourself

Drawing of the simplest rocking chair cut and assembled from plywood

After we have chosen the production materials, we decide on the drawing according to which we will assemble the furniture. As a drawing, you can use diagrams, which are full on the Internet, or you can sketch your own sketch with approximate dimensions by hand. The simpler the drawing you choose, the better.

The most complex and critical parts are the runners

It’s clear with wood, but how can you do the same with metal? It turns out that metal runners are even easier to make than wooden ones.

Skids from a profile pipe, bent using a pipe bender

For the manufacture of metal runners, it is preferable to use a profile pipe. In order to give the pipe the required radius, we run it through a pipe bender. Having received two metal parts with a suitable radius, we weld them to the metal chair.

Manufacturing of remaining elements and assembly

Sidewalls assembled and secured to runners

After the runners are ready, all that remains is to make the chair and assemble all the structural parts together. The easiest way to do this work is with metal, where the sidewalls are welded from finished skis and pieces of profile pipe, as shown in the photo. The main condition for the normal operation of furniture is the absolute identity of both parts.

Almost finished rocking frame

If both sidewalls are the same, it’s time to assemble a supporting frame from them. To do this, the sidewalls are connected by transverse bridges.

An important condition for the normal functioning of the chair is a right angle between the transverse crossbars and the longitudinal parts. If you do not maintain a right angle, the structure will turn out skewed. You can check the correct assembly by applying a square directly to the connection area.

At the same stage you need to weld the guides for the back. Of course, the guides must be parallel to each other and at the same angle of inclination relative to the seat.

Metal frame after painting

The final stage, after which the frame can be considered ready, is protective painting. This stage is very important in the manufacture of both metal and wooden chairs.

The wooden frame is impregnated with drying oil and then painted in several layers of weather-resistant paint. With metal structures everything is a little more complicated, since they need to be protected from corrosion. To do this, the metal surface is covered with a layer of acidic primer and only then painted.

If you don't want to bother with special primers, buy Hammerite paint that can be applied directly to rust.

Final balancing

How to make sure that a homemade frame is assembled correctly? Just try to rock it and watch how evenly it rolls. If the rocking occurs with jamming, the runners may not be perfectly level.

One more thing, look how level the chair frame is on the floor. If the frame initially leans forward or backward, compensate for the shift in the center of gravity by weighting the opposite part of the structure.

How to install overlays

Metal frame covered with wood

After the frame is assembled, all that remains is to cover it with wooden planks to get a result similar to what is shown in the photo. To fasten boards to metal, you can use metal screws by first drilling holes with a smaller diameter in the metal profile.

It is advisable to paint or varnish the boards in advance so as not to stain the already painted frame.

Converting an ordinary chair into a rocking chair

So, you can make a rocking chair yourself, and you will certainly cope with this task. But what to do if there is not enough time for a full assembly, and there are no materials for making furniture?

An example of transforming the simplest country chair into furniture for comfortable relaxation

The solution to this problem is to install ready-made furniture on the runners. That is, take an old unnecessary chair and screw its legs to improvised runners.

Fasteners for connecting to the runners are selected in accordance with the materials from which the chair and runners are made. The photo shows an example of assembling a rocking chair from a plastic chair, to which curved pieces of PVC pipe were screwed using self-tapping screws. Given the large diameter of the pipe, one can hope that this design will last a long time.

How to make a wooden pendulum chair with your own hands

As soon as a rocking chair appears in the house, it immediately becomes a favorite piece of furniture for all family members. For the opportunity to sway soothingly and measuredly on it, forgetting about worries and fuss, the chair is ready to forgive a slight creaking and even slight damage to the flooring. The pendulum mechanism is able to eliminate all shortcomings without changing the effect of uniform swinging. This mechanism is called a “glider”. It is an excellent alternative to the classic rocking chair.

Young mothers especially love the glider chair - you can comfortably feed and lull your baby on it. Not a single extra sound will interfere with the baby’s sound, peaceful sleep. Please your family, give a gift to women - make a chair with a pendulum mechanism with your own hands.

Chair with pendulum mechanism

The pendulum mechanism is used not only in chairs, but also in the production of cribs. The cradle and seat are suspended on rigid wooden or metal hinges to a fixed, stable base. Movement, as in traditional rocking chairs, is only possible back and forth. In order for the swing to be easy and smooth, bearings are often used to connect the base and seat.

Experienced craftsmen advise installing hinge mounts in such a way that when stationary, their shape resembles a trapezoid with the larger side at the top. This feature of mounting the fastening allows you to not exceed the amplitude of movement when swinging and, accordingly, makes the product more stable, and therefore safer. Use our tips and your work experience to make a pendulum chair for your home.

Project of the future chair: drawings, diagrams

When making a rocking chair, the main thing is to calculate everything well, take careful measurements, and make the most accurate drawings based on them. If there are inconsistencies, the balance will be disrupted, the product will come out skewed, and will tip over on its side.

Usually master classes with ready-made drawings and templates are found on the Internet, but if there are people in the family with high body weight (more than 100 kg), the piece of furniture will have to be made in such a way that it can withstand them. To do this, up to 15-20% is added to the recommended thickness of the parts. The size of the child seat must correspond to the height of the child, otherwise the design is practically the same - if the seat is a little low, a pillow is placed on its seat.

If you wish, you can find or develop your own product equipped with directional light lamps, solar panels, connectors for charging a phone, massage elements, etc. A two-seater “structure” is more like a full-fledged sofa, especially if you throw a blanket over it and lay pillows.

Design features and product types

A rocking chair is a comfortable piece of furniture for relaxation with the ability to rock a seated person due to the special shape of the legs or the action of hinge mechanisms. It successfully combines decorative and useful functions. The scope of application is almost universal. Rocking chairs are installed in living rooms, recreation areas, bedrooms for nursing mothers, in work rooms, on piers for fishermen, terraces, and gazebos.

Depending on the design, there are:

1. Classic rockers on radius runners with a relatively small radius of curvature. These models can be made with your own hands in a matter of hours; there are no complex elements in the design. Such furniture is appropriate in any type of interior; the only disadvantage is considered to be poor stability. To eliminate this drawback, the seat position is made low.
2. Rockers with variable curvature of runners. The arches of such models have bumpers that reduce the risk of overturning to a minimum. This option is ideal for high-rise designs and models for nursing mothers. It is not difficult to make such rocking chairs with your own hands; there are no problems with the selection of materials and drawings.
3. Elliptical chairs with drop or oval arches. Provide a pleasant swing and are compatible with many types of classic or modern interiors. Making such arcs at home requires some skill; in the absence of experience and high-quality materials, they should be purchased ready-made. The stability of the structure depends on the presence or absence of fenders.
4. Pendulum chairs (gliders). These models have stable legs and a pendulum mechanism that provides a pleasant, safe and silent swing. When making a pendulum rocking chair with your own hands, the glider hinges are attached to the fixed legs. The length of these elements is selected based on the expected swing amplitude (it is difficult to carry out this stage yourself without the appropriate experience). Factory pendulum models are superior to homemade ones in functionality. They are equipped with clamps for adjusting the height of the rocking chair, retractable footrests, and mechanical or touch control units.
5. Multifunctional “3 in 1” models, equipped with special legs and mechanisms that allow you to fix the product as a lounger, regular or rocking chair. Despite all the advantages, such furniture is expensive and takes up a lot of space. Changing modes is often accompanied by jerks.
6. Spring models with steel springs holding reclining round seats. As a rule, they are equipped with an inertial rocking mode and are made of thick wicker, rattan or stainless steel. This product does not have swinging runners or a pendulum part, the design is convenient and safe. It is difficult to make such a chair with your own hands without a reliable spring base.
7. Tumblers, which have a one-piece design, easily take a lying position. Homemade rocking chairs of this type are assembled from plywood elements; factory ones can be made of plastic or molded polyethylene.
8. Suspended structures on static supports. The seats of the chairs with this design are suspended on chains or hooks. The model looks original and stylish.

A separate category includes swinging furniture for children. The baby seat can be in the form of a reversible car, rocking horse or crib. Such products are made from natural materials and painted in bright colors.

"3 in 1"

With variable curvature of runners

Classic

Pendulum

"Tumbler"

Suspended structure on static supports

Spring

With drop or oval arches

Children's rocking chair

Main types of rocking chairs

According to the type of design, all rocking chairs are usually divided into the following types:

Let's look at each of these types of rocking chairs in more detail.

Rocking chairs on simple radius runners

Arcs, rocker arms, and skis can serve as simple radius runners. This type of rocking chair appeared earlier than all others and has not lost its relevance to this day. However, this type of swing has a significant drawback, which is that if it swings too much, there is a high probability of falling. It is for this reason that the vast majority of rocking chairs on simple radius runners have a low seating position in order to ensure that the center of the generating circle is greater than the center of gravity. In addition, there are models that have a horizontal locking arc. To manufacture such models of rocking chairs on simple radius runners, individual drawings are required.

Rocking chairs on runners with variable curvature

Rocking chairs on so-called elliptical runners

As the main distinguishing feature of this type of rocking chair, it should be noted that they swing very smoothly. The vast majority of rocking chairs on so-called elliptical runners are equipped with bumpers on the rear side, and springs or a footrest on the front side. A model with springs cannot be made independently, because this requires the use of materials such as a rubberized metal strip or expensive wood species.

What materials are they made from?

To make rocking chairs use:

1. Natural wood treated with tinting or clear varnishes. Rocking chairs made from wood with your own hands always look beautiful, but they need special protection from moisture and cracking.
2. Plywood with a thickness of 5 mm, glued in several layers and then impregnated with polymers or acrylic varnishes. This option is ideal for both beginners and professionals. A plywood rocking chair can be of any shape.
3. Metal (regular or profiled, including pipes). DIY structures made from metal are highly durable and look original, but working with this material is not easy.
4. Polypropylene pipes assembled into a single structure using fittings. The material is valued for its lightness and ease of processing, but chairs made of polypropylene pipes are not suitable for all interiors.
5. Vine (thick willow twig, rattan, alder). These raw materials are combined with wood or metal or used on their own. The disadvantage of the vine is the difficulty of processing. The master must have weaving skills.
6. Plastic bottles. Sometimes they are used when assembling rocking tumbler chairs.

Tools are selected based on the type of materials used . When working with wood, you cannot do without a jigsaw, drill, screwdriver and hammer to fit the elements. When using plywood, a vice is added to this set. To work with metal, a variety of equipment is used, including a welding machine, an angle grinder with grinding attachments and cutting discs, and a pipe bender.

At all stages of chair manufacturing, measuring instruments are actively used: tape measure, magnetic or regular corner, ruler, plumb lines.

Tree

Vine

Metal

Plastic bottles

Polypropylene pipes

Plywood

The main types of materials from which rocking chairs are made

The main materials used to make rocking chairs include the following:

Let's look at each of these materials used in the manufacturing process of rocking chairs in more detail.

Various types of wood

Rocking chairs in the vast majority of cases are made from wood species such as larch, oak, as well as various types of coniferous trees. The master must have extensive experience in processing various types of wood, and must also know well how to properly connect the parts of a rocking chair to each other.

Plywood

Making a rocking chair from plywood will be the most suitable option for a novice craftsman, because working with this type of material does not require any special skills. Of the tools, only one jigsaw can be used.

Rattan and wicker

If you do not have special skills in working with these types of materials, then it makes absolutely no sense for you to even try to make a rocking chair from them, because for this you must have knowledge in the field of proper drying of rattan and wicker, proper processing of rattan and wicker, and also the correct weaving of rattan and wicker. Moreover, rattan does not grow in the Russian Federation.

Metal

Rocking chairs, which are made from this type of material, are durable, but they weigh a lot. In order to make a rocking chair from metal, you need to have special skills in the field of forging metal, as well as special skills in the field of metal welding. In the vast majority of cases, metal is used only to make the base of a rocking chair. The seat of the rocking chair is made of wood. In a city apartment, using a rocking chair made of metal would be inappropriate because it could damage the parquet.

Profile pipe

This type of material is ideal for making arcs that have an elliptical shape. But working with this type of material, just like working with metals, requires welding skills.

Plastic pipe

This type of material has such advantages as strength and lightness. Working with them is not particularly difficult. The only tools you need are a soldering iron and a fitting. In addition, this type of material is very cheap.

Materials for rocking chairs - photo

Working with a drawing

The drawing of the rocking chair is drawn up in advance. It is done on graph paper at a scale of 1:1 with transfer to cardboard to obtain templates. To draw up a project, you can use your own ideas or proven developments. Most often, thematic resources offer drawings made of plywood or metal, with or without indicating exact dimensions. In the second case, all values ​​are calculated independently, taking into account the rule of proportions. Complex curvilinear sketches are enlarged when transferred to paper cell by cell.

Stages of creating basic models

The general sequence of actions is unchanged. First you need to decide on the size and material of the chair, and only then on the color and finishing method. The expected assembly time depends on the base material; the most effort is spent on metal or bent-glued structures, and the minimum on plastic pipes. Particular attention is paid to the runners - weakening of these structures or their joints is unacceptable.

From an old chair

To make a simple rocking chair with your own hands you will need: an old wooden chair or seat in good condition, durable plywood, cardboard, dowels (4 pieces or more), wood glue, sandpaper, paints and a standard set of tools (a jigsaw, a vice the need for gluing plywood, drill). After their preparation, a simple procedure is followed:

Basic Concepts

Rocking chairs are special structures that can change their position. They swing along one line. There are several types of such mechanisms, among which pendulum systems (gliders) have become especially popular. The peculiarity of this rocking chair is that it moves using a special mechanism. It is based on several bearings that allow the seat to rock. At the same time, the base of the chair remains motionless, which is very convenient in small rooms. The swing angle depends on the length of the pendants that form the frame of the product.

What are the design features

The glider chair is a comparative novelty on the domestic market. If you look at the appearance, it is not much different from a regular rocking chair.

Therefore, it is worth studying in more detail the design, mechanism and structure of the Glider chair. Furniture manufacturers adhere to the general principles of glider formation:

• A beacon mechanism is provided here. It is due to this that a rocking chair appears as one of the functions of furniture. The noiselessness is exemplary. The pendulum system itself works great, protecting against possible tipping;
• All models come with a footrest. This makes it possible to sit in the chair as comfortably as possible;
• You can change the angle of inclination. Thus, each user can customize the chair to suit their needs;
• The control system can be mechanical, electrical or sensory;
• Simple and clear adjustment. Uses back touch systems, levers or buttons on the control panel;
• Footrests can be made in the form of a sliding structure, a pouf or a regular ledge;
• Additional functions. These include massage, heating, aromatherapy, audio accompaniment, etc.

I can't say that the price is low. But top-level assembly does not allow you to count on low cost. Still, it is important to understand that we are talking about furniture of a special level and purpose.

System advantages

Pendulum rocking chairs appeared a long time ago, but they have only become popular now. They have several significant advantages over other types of structures:

1. Safety . This characteristic is one of the most important. The design of the pendulum mechanism prevents the product from turning over during movement. This way you can protect not only yourself, but also those around you.
2. Practicality. The base of the chair does not move, which prevents the runners from damaging the floor covering.
3. Silence. The pendulum mechanisms make virtually no sounds when moving, which allows them to be used even in the bedroom.
4. Ergonomics. The design can be made of various materials that perfectly adapt to different interiors. It should be noted that the rocking chair can be used in the same way as a full-fledged chair.

Pendulum-type rocking chairs are very often used by mothers. Such furniture allows you to rock your baby to sleep faster, with a minimum of effort. Today there is a whole line of rocking chairs for mothers. Such products are distinguished by their unique back shape and comfort. This allows you to reduce the load on the body while holding the baby in your arms.

Photos of glider chairs

A selection of photographs with views of the glider chair.

A pleasant holiday depends not only on the company, but also on the environment with which it is created. One popular piece of furniture that allows you to relax is the pendulum rocking chair. This furniture is very common, as it is distinguished by its original design and practicality. Today on the market you can purchase models for almost every taste, selecting them for a specific design.

Materials

Gliders are fairly simple designs that you can make with your own hands. Before starting production, you should familiarize yourself with the possible options:

1. Wooden chairs. They are made of boards and bars, all connected with special fasteners.
2. Metal constructions. Gliders of this type are quite common, as they are durable and original. The metal is very flexible, which allows you to create unique frames that will suit different interior styles.
3. Wicker chairs. The main material used here is wicker or artificial rattan. It should be noted that the pendulum mechanism itself is made of a more durable material (wood or metal). Chairs of this type are very beautiful and durable.

It should be noted that all the materials described can be combined with each other. This allows you to get beautiful and durable designs.

You can make a rocking chair using ready-made drawings that are easy to find on the Internet. Sometimes it is necessary to use diagrams of metal structures. For the pendulum design you will need the following:

1. Boards measuring 51×152 mm and 51×102 mm. For such purposes, you can use solid pine.
2. Hinges – 4 pcs.
3. Special screws for pocket holes.
4. Paints and varnishes. This includes everything from primer to protective varnish.
5. Glue.
6. Tools. To work with wood, you will need a circular saw, a drill with a set of drills, sandpaper, a sander and much more.

Prepare the legs

1. Cut out the front legs (H) - 38x51x594 - 2 pcs. and rear legs (I) - 38x51x1194 - 2 pcs.

1. At the bottom end of each leg, mark 18 x 45 mm cutouts in the middle of the thickness for inserting slide B.
2. Considering that the right pair of legs H, I is a mirror image of the left one, mark the centers of holes with a diameter of 18 and a depth of 18 mm in the center of the corresponding faces of the legs.
3. To accurately drill pairs of sockets spaced 57mm apart for inserting paired tenons for backrest E and drawer rails F, make a template from a piece of fibreboard or plywood measuring 6x50x150mm. Mark the center of the hole, 38 mm from one end of the template along the center line. Adjust the drill press stop, install an additional stop block and secure an 18 mm Forstner drill bit in the chuck. Drill a hole according to the marking. Then drill a second hole in the center at a distance of 57 mm from the first. Make sure that the tenons of the drawbars and crossbars fit exactly into these holes. If necessary, make the template again, changing the distance between the holes to accurately match the tenons. Remove the additional stop block without moving the main stop of the machine.

1. Place the left front leg H on the drill press table with the inside edge facing up and press it firmly against the fence. Drill a hole 18 mm deep according to the marking, 302 mm away from the lower end of the leg. Then place the template on the leg, aligning one of its holes with the hole in the leg. The second hole should coincide with the marking of the center of the paired hole on the leg. Insert the round tenon of the leveling pin, made earlier from the scrap, into the aligned holes of the template and the leg. Move the foot to align the drill bit with the second hole in the template. Drill a hole in the leg. Repeat the operation of drilling the sockets for the right front and rear legs I according to the markings. Remember that for proper joining with the frames, the bottom hole of each pair is always drilled first.

1. Place the template aside. Drill holes for the tenons of the front and rear legs D in the wide inner edges of the legs according to the markings. Slide the drill stop to center the 38mm wide edge. Now, according to the markings, drill holes in the narrow inner edges of the legs for the tenons of the side legs C. To align the socket holes, use an additional stop block.
2. Using a band saw, round the corners of the edges and lower ends of the legs H, I with a radius of 10 mm, and the upper corners of the rear legs with a radius of 25 mm. Sand the curves smoothly.
3. Using an edge cutter, make roundings with a radius of 3 mm on the edges of the legs. Finish sand the legs.

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Algorithm

The process of creating a rocking chair consists of the following sequential operations:

1. First, the pendulum is assembled. It consists of two main parts, which are connected by hinges. It is formed from wooden blocks that need to be cut according to the selected drawing. For connection, grooves and glue are used. You should begin full assembly only after the surfaces to be glued have dried.
2. The next step is to make the seat. The shape of the back can be different, but many argue that it is better to choose the classics. First of all, a frame is created that should follow the shape of the back. It is made from bars that are connected to each other by several transverse supports.

After this, strips are screwed on top of the frame, which act as the main surface. Each element must first be thoroughly sanded . Procedure:

1. When the back is ready, the support legs are screwed to it. Their length depends on the drawings and your preferences. It is also important to form armrests, which should be adjusted in height to the height of the person.
2. The final stage is assembling the chair and support. To do this, hinges are attached to the legs. These elements are fixed on the fixed part. It should be noted that the amplitude depends on the length of this structure. All connections must be secure and should be checked before use.

Pendulum rocking chairs are original products that will turn any home into a cozy home. When purchasing such products, you should take into account their technical characteristics and design. This will allow you to select products with the optimal price-quality ratio. Take into account every little detail, and then you will become the owner of very high-quality and beautiful furniture.