DIY -- build your own chaise lounge sleeper - grid & instructions

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DIY -- build your own chaise lounge - grid & instructions sleeper ---step # 1 (copy and print this list of to do things) follow the grid pattern you can either project it or print each square or do a transfer you only need one template make a cardboard temple of one side -- and impose it on a sheet of 3/4 ' thick plywood sheet 4' x8' -(feet) & (122cm x244 cm) metric, there is also the side table cut outs in the in the grid European size play sheet will be smaller 120cm x 240 cm but it will fit the grid just as well allowance was made for both sizes ---step # 2 cut the sides of the chair and glue them together (exterior glue or epoxy is better) this will give 2 x 1 1/2' thick sides wait a day till it drys out and sand all edges and paint with varnish or a stain color you like - oil base colors are much better on top of a wood exterior primer coat ---step # 3 you will need 26 PT (Pressure treated) slats 1'x2' to make the top -- in Europe preserved outdoor wood or vulcanized ( sort of a green color) --- the spacing will be 3/4' overall length is 28' to 32 ' your choice __ On how wide you want it - the when you screw them in - pre-drill everything so the wood will not split and counter sink the screw heads galvanized screws are Ok but stainless step # 4 start assembling you project spacing # 3/4 ' step # 5 after a few days and when it's all nice and dry you can stain the PT wood or paint to the desired color step # 6 do the same for the side table --- and the slats paint or varnish after blowing everything to dry ---it's a good idea to re coat six months down the road so they can last longer out doors now when you are all done and it's dry relax and enjoy it or make a set of 4 so you guest can enjoy it too