Colorado
Eastern - Supplies
After rolling the sod and clearing
the area for the layout, it was time to cut the lumber. Remember I
promised simple? The key was to buy standard materials in common sizes
so that ANYONE could replicate this design with a minimum of
trouble.
The framework will be built of 4x4 posts with 2x6 planks attached to
the inside of the posts. A quick note about lumber: a 4x4 is actually
3.5" x 3.5" and a 2x6 is 1.75"x5.5"so be careful
when you measure and cut.
PROJECT DATE: 09/01/03
All pieces are cut with 45 degree ends... and every corner of the layout
will be either a 45 degree joint or a 90 degree joint. Therefore, every
piece on the entire layout can be cut with the exact same angle on the
ends, and every piece will always create a 45 or 90 degree joint that just slides right into place - but remember,
MEASURE TWICE - cut once!
Basic tools required: Skill saw, drill, square,
level, hammer
Nice to have but not necessary: Radial arm saw
LUMBER: 11- 8' 4x4's, 23 - 10' 2x6's
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