Regular wood if you paint seal it for the outdoors it will last for years 5 2 4 8 boards 4 2 3 8 boards 5 2 4 8 boards 4 2 3 8 boards 3 8 suntuf corrugated roofing panels i used the solar gray color to give a bit of shade to the playhouse.
How to build a wooden playhouse roof.
Besides building a playhouse is a fun woodworking project you can do with the whole family.
So if you re looking for an easy project that can be finished in a weekend this is it.
Screw the walls into the frame along the support beams.
We purchased this playhouse kit about a year ago and it has help up great so far.
Use a good miter saw to make the angle cuts drill pilot holes before inserting the screws.
Use a jigsaw to cut out these pieces sanding the rough edges when you.
I can stand up inside the playhouse without ducking at the narrowest point i am about 5 foot 3 maybe so even older children will be able to enjoy the playhouse.
This is just the distance from the front to the back of the playset 3.
Cut the rafter to the correct angle and length using a framing square and a circular saw or a miter saw.
Cut the collar ties to the correct angle and length.
Mark out the space for the windows and door.
I used the solar gray color to.
Then nail the plywood to the 2x4s measuring in from the edge to find the location of the middle stud part b which is not centered photo 2.
So a new gaf timberline natural shadow.
Cut the ridge to length.
Place the plywood parts g and h on top of the 2x4s and make sure that the edges of the plywood fit together.
I really wanted the house to be waterproof that way i can also use it as a storage shed for all my daughters toys.
To get you started we have a collection of 31 free diy playhouse plans complete with pictures and step by step instructions to follow.