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How to Assemble Outside Furniture Yourself

Outside furniture may consist of a wide variety of outdoor seating, tables and accessories. Available from home stores, big box retailers and patio furnishing stores, outside furniture may be purchased assembled or in the box. Typically, stores charge fees for assembling outside furniture that may dramatically increase the overall cost. However, with a few common tools, it is possible to assemble outdoor furniture and save money.

Things You'll Need

  • Screwdriver (blade and Phillips)
  • Adjustable wrench
  • Pliers
  • Box cutter
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Instructions

    • 1

      Locate a flat area with good lighting. Find a location suitable for assembly that is accessible from the area where the furniture will be ultimately go. Avoid dirt, gravel and grassy areas as small parts are easily lost.

    • 2

      Open the box in which the outside furniture is packed. Use a pair of pliers, if necessary, to remove box staples or cut the box open using a utility knife. Locate the instruction sheet or booklet. Refer to the parts and supplies list to determine the tools needed for assembly. Gather the tools.

    • 3

      Make sure all the parts are present. Carefully unpack and position the parts and pieces of the furniture on the ground. Place painted surfaces on cardboard to avoid scratching and damage. Contact the manufacturer for replacement parts if any are missing.

    • 4

      Begin the assembly process. Follow the steps outlined in the instruction and assembly section. Complete each step before proceeding to the next.

    • 5

      During the assembly process, check for damage incurred between production and delivery. Request replacement parts from the manufacturer if necessary. Upon completing the outdoor furniture assembly, make sure all connections are secure and go over the instructions once again to make sure no steps were skipped.