Handcrafted cedar porch swings
Cedar porch swings, made for the time you want to keep.
A good porch swing makes the outdoors feel more inviting. Outdoor Selections builds handcrafted cedar swings with the warmth, strength, and easy character that help a porch, patio, or backyard become the place everyone drifts toward.
A seat with a point of view
Give the best part of the porch a little movement.
There is a difference between putting chairs outside and creating a place people want to stay. A cedar porch swing gives a morning coffee, a quiet afternoon, or the last conversation after dinner its own natural pace. It makes room for people without making the porch feel crowded.
Cedar brings the kind of texture that looks right beside painted trim, stone, brick, or a weathered deck. Each board has its own grain and variation, so the swing feels like a real piece of outdoor furniture rather than something that was chosen only to fill a corner.
Start with your space
Choose a swing that fits the porch and the people on it.
Begin with the place where the swing will live. Measure the open width, note posts, rails, doors, and ceiling fixtures, and leave comfortable space around the swing’s path. A properly sized swing should feel generous once it is hung, not like visitors have to turn sideways to pass by.
Then think about how it will be used. A swing for two quiet readers may call for a different width than one that becomes the favorite seat during family visits. If you already have a frame or a porch ceiling in mind, a few photos and measurements give Outdoor Selections a useful starting point for a custom conversation.
Before you order
Four details that make the right swing easier to choose.
- Clearance: Measure the width and depth of the swing area, including room for gentle movement and a clear walkway.
- Seating: Consider how many people will use the swing most often and whether cup holders, broad arms, or a deeper seat would make it more comfortable.
- Hanging plan: Decide whether the swing will hang from a porch structure or a stand, then confirm the support and hardware are appropriate for the load.
- Finish: Choose whether you love the warm cedar tone or prefer to let the wood take on a softer, weathered look over time.
Built for real outdoor living
Let the swing become part of the setting.
A porch swing does not need to match every piece around it. It simply needs to belong. Cedar pairs easily with painted porch floors, old brick, black metal lights, and garden views because the wood brings a warm, honest material into the space.
On a covered porch, the swing can become the everyday seat for coffee, reading, or watching the weather pass through. In a more open setting, it can create a destination at the edge of a patio or beneath a favorite tree. The right proportions let it feel intentional from the drive and comfortable once you sit down.
Details that earn their place
- Comfortable proportions: A supportive seat and generous arm space make a swing more inviting for everyday use.
- Practical surfaces: Cup holders or broad arms give a drink, book, or phone a sensible place to land.
- Outdoor-ready hardware: Properly selected hardware helps the swing feel secure and keeps the moving parts suited to the setting.
- A considered finish: Cedar can be left to weather naturally or refreshed with a finish that keeps the color closer to its original warmth.
A porch swing should feel easy
Comfort comes from the quiet details.
When a swing is comfortable, people use it without thinking twice. The seat feels welcoming, the arms give you somewhere to settle, and the scale works with the porch instead of overpowering it. Those details matter far more than a complicated silhouette or a pile of accessories.
Outdoor Selections builds with cedar because it gives each piece lasting character. The wood’s grain and knots keep the swing from feeling too polished or precious, while the handcrafted construction gives it the substance to become part of the way your household uses the outdoors.
Care that stays simple
Enjoy the cedar, then look after it like outdoor furniture.
Cedar is naturally well suited to life outside, but a few simple habits keep a porch swing looking its best. Keep wet leaves and cushions from holding moisture against the wood, brush away dirt before it works into the grain, and check the hardware as part of normal seasonal upkeep.
You can let cedar weather gradually to a soft gray, or use a suitable finish when you want to hold onto more of its warmer tone. Either choice can look right. The important thing is to keep water draining freely and to give the swing a quick look after a long wet season or a stretch of heavy use.
For more guidance on keeping outdoor cedar in good shape, explore the cedar furniture care guide. It covers the small, practical routines that help handcrafted wood furniture stay welcoming year after year.
Made around your porch
Have a particular spot in mind?
A custom cedar porch swing starts with the space, then gets more personal from there. Share a photo of the porch, frame, patio, or backyard location, along with a few measurements and the way you hope to use it. A preferred width, a matching finish, cup holders, or a particular hanging plan can all shape the conversation.
You can also begin with a finished handcrafted cedar porch swing and see the proportions and details that make a welcoming outdoor seat. The goal is not to fill a space. It is to create the seat everyone looks for first.
Find your favorite seat
A slower porch starts here.
Browse the available cedar porch swings to see the handmade details and natural character that make each one feel at home outdoors. If your porch calls for something more specific, Outdoor Selections is ready to talk through a custom build.
Ready to settle in?
Choose a cedar porch swing made for long conversations and unhurried afternoons.
Browse porch swingsCommon questions
Before you choose a porch swing.
What size cedar porch swing should I choose?
Start with the clear width of your porch or frame, then leave room at each side for the hanging hardware and a comfortable path around the swing. A five-foot swing gives two or three people room to settle in, while a smaller space may call for a more compact build.
Can a cedar porch swing stay outside?
Cedar is a natural choice for outdoor furniture. Give the swing a solid hanging point or frame, keep it clear of standing water and trapped leaves, and refresh the finish if you want to preserve a warmer cedar tone over time.
What do I need to hang a porch swing?
A porch swing needs a properly rated hanging point, hardware made for the load, and enough room for the swing to move without striking a rail, wall, or post. If you are unsure about the structure, have a qualified local professional assess it before installation.
Can Outdoor Selections make a custom cedar porch swing?
Yes. Outdoor Selections can discuss a custom swing around the dimensions of your space, the number of people you want it to seat, and details such as arm style, cup holders, finish, or a matching stand.