Looking for a new project to do. I've been spending a few months upgrading the workshop / fixing minor annoyances, and really need to actually build something.
I ran across this in a magazine ad.
Outdoor Chair Idea.jpg
The furniture is supposedly solid teak, though I don't think that will be in the cards for mine.
These are serious bends in the backs of the chairs and couch. I didn't think teak was bendable like that.
So my question is how can I build something like this?
I'm not terrible fond of steam bending, as in my previous projects springback has been inconsistent.
Bend laminations is possible, though hiding it on a veneer top with the top curved also seems difficult.
So what's the best way to do this?
And, of course, wood choice - it has to live in brutal Florida weather. The area is covered, but it does get afternoon sun. I've built outdoor furniture for here before, but the though of refinishing in a few years always makes me cringe. Since I don't see small slats here on the design, I think in a few years that would be easier than, for example, my Titanic deck chair which is a refinishing nightmare.