Free Plan: Freestanding Lawn Swing
No posts. No concrete. Moves anywhere on the lawn.
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- Material & cut list
- Step-by-step instructions
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This swing doesn't need posts in the ground. It stands on its own A-frame, moves anywhere on the lawn, and — if you want — hangs from a porch ceiling in winter with a pair of hooks. The original design is from 1909. It still works.
I rebuilt it in pine with adjustable chain lengths and an outdoor oil finish. The seat took about four hours. The frame took two.
Project at a Glance
- Difficulty
- Beginner to Intermediate
- Main materials
- Pine or oak, chain or rope, outdoor finish
- Build time
- About 6 hours total (2 for the frame, 4 for the seat)
- Tools needed
- Saw, drill, pocket hole jig, clamps
- Seats
- 2 adults comfortably
From the shop:
This is one of the easiest outdoor projects to move from plan to reality. The joinery is simple, the material list is short, and the finish is just an outdoor oil. If you want to build something that works and looks good, this is it.
Once you finish the swing, you'll have the confidence to tackle bigger outdoor projects. A pergola. A garden shed. A covered porch. The next step is having a library of plans ready so you can pick the right build for your space and skill level.
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Want the next 100 outdoor projects ready before this swing is even painted?
MyShedPlans gives you instant access to over 12,000 outdoor designs — sheds, pergolas, garden furniture, garages, and gazebos. Every plan has a full material list, a printable cut list, and step-by-step instructions you can take straight to the shop.
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