|
||||||||
|
||||||||
|
Building a Wood LadderCopyright 2005 Dave MarkelThis is a simple project that should only take a couple of hours to complete. Start by clamping the two 12' - 2x4's. The rungs are notched into the 2x4 upright 1-1/8" so we need to mark out notches. The top and bottom rungs are 8" from the ends. This is the top of the upper rung and the bottom of the lower one. Offset these marks 2-1/2" (the width of the 2x3 rungs). Now measure out for the rest of the rungs. Lay your tape measure on the 8" mark made earlier and measure 16" increments. These marks represent the center of the intermediate rungs. Offset these marks 1-1/4" on either side. Square off the marks you have just made down the face of the 2x4 uprights. Square your marks across the top edge of the uprights as well. Now it is time to cut the notches. Set the depth of your circular saw to 1-1/8". Start by making the cheek cuts of the notch then proceed to make a series of cuts about a 1/4" apart through the rest of the notch. Do this for all the notches. Before removing the clamps use your hammer to break out the wood in the notches and clean up each notch with your chisel. Unclamp the two uprights and set them aside. Now cut all the 2x3's into 19" lengths. Each rung is attached to the upright with exterior wood glue and deck screws. Now attach them to the uprights starting with the top and bottom rung. Put some of the exterior wood glue into both notches and insert a rung. Make sure the rung in flush to the outside of the uprights. Secure in place with 4 deck screws. Continue this for the reminder of the rungs. Protect with paint or stain and this ladder will last for years. About the author: Dave Markel has helped hundreds of individuals improve their wood working skills. Visit his site for more great articles about wood working. http://all-wood-working-plans.com Circulated by Article Emporium A Guide to Rocky Mountain Vacations - The legendary Rocky Mountains stretch from New Mexico up through the United States and into Canada. The Rocky Mountains are over 3000 miles long, spanning parts of Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming before continuing into Canada. Stories of early adventurers like Lewi... Top Ten Secrets to Saving Big Money in the Airline Flights Do you know that some people travel around the country and abroad, for both business and pleasure, and save bundles of money in the process? They do that by using little known ways of really taking advantage of the most popular form of transportation - airline flights. <... How To Save Money On Cruises 1. If you're 55 or older, you can get senior citizen discounts. 2. If you belong to American Automobile Association or American Association Of Retired Persons, you can get a discount. 3. “Buy One-Get One” fares are often offered. You buy your ticket and bring... Building a Wood Ladder Copyright 2005 Dave Markel This is a simple project that should only take a couple of hours to complete. Start by clamping the two 12' - 2x4's. The rungs are notched into the 2x4 upright 1-1/8" so we need to mark out notches. The top and bottom rungs are 8" from the e... Travel To Russia - Kamchatka Among the mysteries of the Russian language there is an expression “Sitting on Kamchatka” which in school slang, this idiom means, “to sit in the back row of the classroom, far enough from the teacher's strict gaze. This geographical idiom originates from the Kamcha... Tips for playing better poker Poker has been gaining such popularity lately that many people are looking for the secrets of the pros to help them play a better game. Countless books and shows and web pages have been created to help people play better poker. Whether you are playing at the casino or in a... Relax, and Get Away from "It All" With a Dude Ranch Vacation - If you've ever heard someone say that he needs a "vacation from his vacation", that person did not spend his time at a dude ranch. Vacation is meant to be a time of relaxation, a break from the stress and chaos that too often comprises daily routine. Why allow that precious time to... The Valencia Spain Fallas Nowadays Spain and especially Valencia is filled with tradition, and Las Fallas is the most popular and outstanding tradition in this marvellous city. It is a festival where everyone can participate whether you are from the local land, a foreigner who has chosen to spend some time there or ... How to Repair an Inflatable Boat - The owner can attempt small inflatable boat repair if factory-gluing instructions are followed closely. Rips and holes larger than one inch in the air chambers, or those within two inches of a seam, should be repaired with internal and external patches by a professional repair tech... Dining On Bahamas' Paradise Island When it comes to opportunities to enjoy good food, Paradise Island of the Bahamas is aptly named. On this small island, the cuisines of the world are represented. There are a wide range of cuisine choices and dining settings. Anthony's Caribbean Grill, located at the Parad... Small Town, Big Fishing Problem! Small Town, Big Fishing Problem! by Ron Kirstein, edited by Lisa Cole Port Renfrew is a small Canadian town with a major fishing problem. The problem is the sport fishing is great and only a few people know that. We arrive in Port Renfrew in l... Student Travel – Backpacking In Europe For the fortunate few, life isn't complete without a backpacking trip through Europe. This right of passage is believed to further the maturation process of college students, according to sociologists. Of course, others have opined that copious amounts of alcohol, sun and Amsterdam... Travel Journals – Preserve Your Travel Experiences Traveling is a great way to escape the rat race and experience new cultures and places. Alas, your experiences can fade with time. The best way to prevent this is to keep a travel journal for your trips. Travel Journals Take a minute to give some consideration to... The Costa del Sol, Europe's Premier Holiday Destination. Since the 1960's and the advent of package holidays the Costa del Sol has always been one of the premier holiday destinations in Europe, and with good reason. The weather is perfect, with little or no rain between the beginning of June and the end of September. The bea... Beautiful Beaches In The Bahamas The groups of islands that make up the Bahamas are home to some of the most beautiful beaches in this part of the world. Many of these retain the natural beauty that first attracted Europeans centuries ago. With the numerous small islands, each with their own little shoreline beach...
|
|
|||||||
|
||||||||