Take a Load Off: Pallet Lounger

This is an outdoor lounger I built out of an old pallet. It was a little bit of trial and error to get a good seat height and angle to be comfortable, but in the end, I must say, it is rather comfortable. (for a chair with no cushions) Most of the joinery is half lap joints which i accomplished with a skill saw (my tool of choice) and a sharp chisel. I find these joints to be strong, attractive and effective if done right. I'm sure you all do, but for those who don't know what a half lap joint is, it is where half the thickness of the material is removed from each of the pieces to be joined resulting in a puzzle type fit. If this joint is cut tightly enough, it is very strong and flushes out nicely resulting in sleek profiles.