Build A Step Ladder

You can see an explanation of how i picked the spacing for my ladder steps in the video above.

Build a step ladder.

Included in the free plan are a step by step building list a tools list a materials list a parts cut list and extra tips. I made this wooden stepladder based on some plans i found online. Make sure the rungs go all the way in and that the two 2 by 4 sides are parallel after all the rungs are in. To build the opposite side of the step ladder use the side you have created as a guide.

Step 9 mark opposite sides. To accommodate most household projects the werner 8 ft. Place the notched pieces face up across two sawhorses. Build the ladder on its side.

Learn a quick and easy way to build a ladder. This was the first project i ve made u. Fit the ends of the 18 inch two by fours into one of the notched two by fours to form half the ladder. Secure the rungs with deck screws.

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Along one of the other 60 inch pieces mark the center line and cross the line at the centre point of each of the 5 steps. To with a duty rating of 250 lbs. With a duty rating of 250 lbs. It has two steps and a straightforward design.

Here s a free plan for a simple step stool from build something. To build a small step ladder for grown ups i d stick with 11 to 13 spacing. We can extend the step ladder from 8 feet to 12 feet and we can do the same with the separate straight ladders. Insert the rungs one at a time.

I didn t follow the plans very closely my bolts and dimensions were different i just used the general layout of the stepladder as a guide. It s a great design for kids and works perfectly in the kitchen letting them reach the counters and kitchen island. Step 10 drill sides to receive steps. Use two screws on each side of each rung for maximum support.

Basically i measured the length of my sides and picked a spacing that didn t leave me with an awkwardly short or long top step.