Q: What joist spacing does this swing require?
The swing is designed to hang from joists 48" apart, or an equivalent structural point at that spacing. The triangular chain arrangement allows angle adjustment after hanging.
05L0520 - Porch Swing Plan
| Product # | Description |
| 05L05.16 | Veritas® Adirondack Plus Seat or Rocker Plan |
| 05L05.20 | Veritas® Adirondack Plus Porch Swing Plan |
The swing is designed to hang from joists 48" apart, or an equivalent structural point at that spacing. The triangular chain arrangement allows angle adjustment after hanging.
The plan calls for 24' of 3/16" chain, chain repair links, lag screw eyes, eye bolts and flat washers – all standard items available at hardware and building supply stores.
Yes. All shaped components are shown at full size on the plan, so you trace directly to your lumber without any scaling.
Yes. A full cutting list and detailed construction notes are included with the plan.
The triangular configuration distributes the swing's load to two anchor points rather than one, and allows the hanging angle to be adjusted by changing the effective chain lengths – useful for tailoring the seat angle to the occupants' preference.
| Materials | Printed plan (paper) |
| Country of Origin | Canada |
| Includes | Full-scale porch swing plan; cutting list; construction notes |
| Package Quantity | 1 item |
| Warranty | Lee Valley Satisfaction Guarantee |
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Adirondack Plus Porch Swing Plan
| Product # | Description |
| 05L05.16 | Veritas® Adirondack Plus Seat or Rocker Plan |
| 05L05.20 | Veritas® Adirondack Plus Porch Swing Plan |