Sam Maloof Rocking Chair Plans

If you have seen one of these rockers or a sam maloof original i ll bet your must build list jumped a notch.

Sam maloof rocking chair plans. Build yours and remember i am here to help if you need it. All rights reserved sam maloof woodworker inc. In 2009 woodworking lost a legend in sam maloof. The sensuous design lines invite you to have a seat and relax awhile.

Sam maloof rocking chair plans video. A claw hammer wood chisel set a hand saw a miter box with a saw for cutting angles a coping saw finish punches flat and straight tip screwdrivers a rubber mallet for tapping pieces together while not damaging the wood woodworking clamps a wood vise a bench plane a rasp a tape measure a 12 steel rule a 6 steel square and dont forget the wood glue and a brush to spread the wood glue. Always love to know how things are made. Dining chair no 8 designed in the sam maloof style.

Mar 23 2013 template for creating a sam maloof dining chair. While a true maloof rocker will never be built again there are woodworkers building maloof style rockers they are doing a great job of it. This video is part of our maloof inspired library which is a special collection of videos dedicated to building furniture ispired by the legendary sam maloof. Featuring the maloof joint bent laminated back supports and guaranteed comfort.

Then use a rabbeting bit to cut 1 4 recesses at the top and bottom of the joint. Rocking chair plans sam maloof contemporary bar stools bar stools with backs natural furniture wood joinery antique chairs arts and. Sam maloof woodworker inc. The beautiful rocking chair shown opposite was made of figured claro walnut and has many elements of the work of sam maloof.

First cut a 2 wide 1 4 deep dado in the side of the chair seat. This rocking chair design is the cornerstone of my sam maloof signature furniture line. Full scale paper templates step by step build instructions. Sam maloof s inspired rocker on tropical meranti wood.

Mar 23 2013 template for creating a sam maloof dining chair. This elegant rocking chair will become a cherished heirloom for generations to come.