How Do You Build Wheelchair Ramps Using Specs?
Wheelchair ramps enable people with mobility issues, or people pushing strollers, to access buildings and spaces. They can, however, be expensive to purchase. Building your own wheelchair ramp may be an economical solution to purchasing one. Strict federal and local guidelines govern the process of building wheelchair ramps and should always be consulted before beginning the process. Follow the instructions below to build a small, simple wooden ramp 6 inches high, 6 feet in length and 4 feet wide. Check the guidelines issued by the Americans with Disabilities Act for specifics on ramp construction. Contact your city’s planning department office to see whether there are any local laws governing wheelchair ramp specifications in your area. Use a pencil or chalk to draw the outline of the sides on the 3/4-inch sheet of plywood. Start by measuring down the long edge of the plywood sheet. Make a mark at six feet. This will be the bottom edge of one side of the ramp. Use the t-square to meas
