How Do You Build A Deer Blind?
A deer blind is essential to the sport of hunting, unless you want to sit in the rain or freeing cold while waiting on the “one that almost got away.” This project can be created alone, or with help, but remember… come prepared with labor, plans and lumber. Step 1 Determine size needed (single or double man blind) length by width by height. Step 2 Treat the lumber with weather treatment to protect against Mother Nature. Step 3 Build a floor base using a minimum of 2-by-4 frames and cross bracing on 16-inch centers. The floor should be a minimum of half-inch plywood. Be sure to check that the base is square. Step 4 Follow standard framing practices on exterior walls. Again, use a minimum of 2-by-4s for your uprights and cross bracing. If using plywood, walls should be at least half-inch plywood. Step 5 Add proper bracing to the four walls, the roof can be attached directly to the top joist. Again, half-inch minimum plywood is recommended. A slight slant to the roof is preferable. Step
