First Shot at Google Sketchup Stand / Canopy

[Mnemic]

Originally Posted by crvz

In theory 2x4s are straight, and for large construction they work fine just as is. But for high fidelity wood working, you'll want to be very selective with which 2x4s you buy at the hardware store (check each one for how straight it is, buy grade 1 or whatever they call it which doesnt have any knots, etc.). The birch ply won't need any real work other than light sanding ones it's in place... but be careful. It can be real easy to sand right through the birch, which'll ruin the look.

Otherwise, keep refining the design. It's looking good!

Thanks. going to look for a premium wood of some sort that is easy to build with. It will cost more, but this is a pretty ambitious project for myself and my dad. Some pretty precise cuts, and I'm expecting to screw up quite a bit.

Latest Revision (Bored waiting for the lights to go down :P ) Doors are not proper components yet, but everything else is I think.

[crvz]

Well click the link in my signature if you want to see some of the details of my stand and canopy build. I did 2x4 framing and solid oak facing, and I spent way too much time on the woodworking, so hopefully there's some good tips there.

[Mnemic]

Originally Posted by crvz

Well click the link in my signature if you want to see some of the details of my stand and canopy build. I did 2x4 framing and solid oak facing, and I spent way too much time on the woodworking, so hopefully there's some good tips there.

I've read your thread(s) a few times, and have numerous pages bookmarked for references..