How To Build A Playhouse Roof

How to build a diy playhouse roof.

How to build a playhouse roof.

This can be done either with many pairs of hands or with the assistance of a crane. Intermediate think putting up a roof on a playhouse is difficult. Reconsider with this plan. They are super helpful and will do everything you need to build this playhouse.

Submitted by ana white on thu 05 30 2019 09 49. Measure the ridgeboard the board that will run lengthwise through the center of the triangle shaped roof to 7 11. Drill pilot holes to prevent the wood from splitting. Drill pocket holes at both ends of the rails and secure them to the posts with 2 1 2 screws.

You can use the first one as a template to make the second one exactly the same. Build the balusters out of 2 2 lumber and secure them to the rails with 2 1 2 screws. To do this first create a frame and then cover it with plywood. Drill with 1 4 drill bit.

Once the wall frames are firmly attached to the floor you can move onto making the roof for the playhouse. The easiest way is to lay your rafters on the ground like i did and trace where you need make the cut on the collar ties. Build the rails out of 2 2 lumber. Make sure the corners are right angled.

We ve had this playhouse up through a windy alaska summer and. To complete this step the wall frames of the building must already be level plumb and square. This simple roof design will take all of the confusion out of rafters. I used my miter saw to cut all the 2x4s but you could also use a circular saw for this.

Build a simple playhouse roof save this plan. Mark your collar tie at each of the 4 arrows then use a straight edge to draw your cut line and then make your cuts with a circular saw.