![]() ![]() Then, using the 90 degree elbows on the top and the 90 degree T things with attachments on the bottom, we attached them together into a square. A handy tip: If you have a pallet around, the pipe fits perfectly between the openings for cutting! I wanted the backdrop to be 5 feet by 5 feet so we started by cutting 4 5′ long pieces to make the front frame. I dragged Mathlete into Home Depot’s plumbing department and we picked up our supplies:Ģ 3/4″ 90 degree T-ish things with screw in attachments The sample Flower Wall that we built in the video was stable on a concrete floor even full of 24 panels of flowers without extra support.This drawing was totally useless during our build because I am pretty sure Mathlete didn’t look at it once. See Instruction #13 to add more stability if you're concerned. Gently and carefully apply pressure from the front and then the rear to make sure that the structure is secure and will not tip over in either direction. Important: The stability of the structure should be checked after the application of flower panels is complete. grass or dirt, drill holes in the support legs at the bottom and drive spikes into the ground. If the wall is used outdoors on a soft surface (i.e. Keep enough tension so the wall will not tip forward. Using a cinderblock or weighted plate - secure a rope line to the back of the wall and adjust tension by moving the block or weight away from the wall. Optional: For additional support and strength, an anchor line can be attached by drilling a hole on either side approximately 60" up from the bottom. Carefully release wall and observe steadiness and ability to "freestand" There should be a light lean toward the support legs. (see Figures 11, 8, and the Photograph showing this back area)ġ2. Make sure that each screw penetrates the doubled 2x4" Repeat steps 9 through 11 on the opposite side. Re-adjust wall angle (if necessary) and secure with (2) more 8" x 4" screws. Secure with (1) 8" x 3" Screw using Pre-drilled 1/8" hole. Place 46 " 2x4 with Pre-Drilled Holes up to 2x4 doubles section at the end See Figure 10ġ1. With Assistance, stand the wall up almost 90 degrees. Take the (2) 46 " 2 x 4's and pre-drill 1/8" hole approximately 2" down and centered at one end. Place (1) 2"x 4" x 6" at the end of the 72" 2x4 and secure using (4) 8" x 3" screws. Hold 2x4 back in the traced area and secure with (12) 6 x 1 5/8" screws from the front side. Using your mark, center the 2x4 on the Plywood. Using a straight edge, mark a line across the plywood. Measure 45" up from the bottom at several points across the plywood. Match up the other 4' x 8' sheet and repeat the previous process. Using (4) 6 x 1 5/8" screws, fasten the 2 x 4 to the plywood and repeat at the bottomĦ. Have an assistant hold (1) 2" x 4" at the top of the traced area, placing half of the 2" x 4" on the plywoodĥ. ![]() Remove 2" x 4" x 24" - Predrill 1/8" holes evenly in the areas on both sheets - See Figure 2Ĥ. Center one 2" x 4" x 24" just below the edge of the top and bottom of the 4 x 8 sheets and trace outline (4 each) - See Figure 2ģ. Lay the (2) 4' x 8' Plywood Sheets side by side. ![]() * 12 Pcs 8" x 3" Course Thread Drywall Screwsīuilding Instructions: (PRINT THE PHOTO FOR FIGURES)ġ. * 28 Pcs 6" x 1 5/8" Coarse Thread Drywall Screws * 1 Gallon Green Paint (half gallon may work) * 1 Pc 2" x 4"'s - Cut to 72" Long Each (center brace for legs) * 2 Pcs 2" x 4"'s - Cut to 6" Long Each (anchors for legs) * 2 Pcs 2" x 4"'s - Cut to 24" Long Each (braces in between 2 walls) * 2 Pcs 2" x 4"'s - Cut to 46 " Long Each (legs) * 2 Pcs Plywood 4' x 8' 3/8" Thick (backdrop walls) There are no complicated angles, making this so easy! Note: Most local lumber stores will make these cuts for you at no charge. ![]()
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