![]() When screwing the 2x4s to the plywood, we use 2.5" exterior screws and we use two screws for each side.Īlong the top edge of the slope and sitting in the notch is going to be the steel coping. We also put them along the top spaced at 8" apart and then lastly we cut some shorter pieces that go under the 2x4s at the top for added support for the deck. To frame the quarter pipes, we screw in one upright 2x4 on each corner of the transition, one laid on its side at the top of the slope, and then one every 8" (upright) until we reach the bottom. There are (34) 2x4s needed for the two wide ramps and another (17) needed for both the shorter ramps. Once we have these lengths, we then cut all the 2x4s down to length for all four quarter pipes. That gives us a 2x4 length of 94.5" for the wider ramps and 46.5" for the shorter ones. The next step is to cut all of the 2x4s that will be used to frame each quarter pipe, so to get the right length we have to subtract the width of each of the 3/4" plywood transitions, which means subtracting 1.5". We'll then bolt one of each together to give us a 12' wide ramp. We're building four quarter pipes: two that are 8' wide and two that are 4' wide. Once everything is laid out, we then cut the shape out with a jigsaw and use it as a template to mark the other seven pieces and cut them all out, being careful to get them all as close to the same as we can. There is a small notch for the coping where that top-line meets the slope that is 1.25" tall and 1.75" deep. Next, we measure the back side to 2' 11.25" up from the bottom and then square that line across until it meets the curve we just drew. (This part is easier to see and understand if you watch the video from Step One.) ![]() We'll then measure a 6' length of string and tie a pencil to the end and use it to draw the radius on the wood. Once we have it marked, we'll put in a screw and then tie a string to it. Since 2x4s are 3.5" wide, this will give us a 6' radius slope. To lay them out, we start by putting two sheets side by side on the ground and marking the pivot point which is 6' 3.5" from the bottom and 2" in from the side. These are cut from 3/4" plywood and we can get two transitions from one 4' x'8' sheet. For this ramp, we're building four different quarter pipes and each one has a transition on each side. The first bit of construction is to layout and cut the sloped transitions that make up the sides of the ramp. To help keep it level for a long time we put a 3-4" thick layer of gravel underneath each of the footings.įor the rest of the ramp, we'll put 2" thick concrete pavers every 4 feet along the length of the ramp. We use a line level to ensure all 4 corners are level with each other, as well as square and evenly spaced.īecause the ramp is heavy, the foundation will settle a bit over time. ![]() Because our yard slopes downhill, the ones at the top get buried quite a bit and the ones at the other end are above ground. We start by laying out exactly where it will go in the yard and then use Concrete Footings (12" x 12" x 8") and put one at each corner. In our case, our yard is neither flat nor level so we had to fix that. It's important that the ramp sits on level ground, so in a perfect world, it would sit either on a flat concrete pad or at the least on a wide level space. Whatever the exact size of your ramp, you're going to need a flat piece of ground to put it. If you're looking for pool landscaping ideas or patio-specific designs, we have you covered there, too.The ramp we're building is 3 feet high, 12 feet wide and 24 feet long. Either way, you can be sure that whatever amount you invest will boost your home's value.Īhead, we highlight 78 backyard ideas with East Hampton–style hedges and cottagecore lavender fields as well as city apartment terraces and paved patios. If you have a green thumb, why not opt for a full English garden or even a hobby farm? If you're more of the faux-greenery type, choose native plants that are already used to your area's climate for minimal maintenance. How you landscape your backyard also plays into its overall appeal. You can achieve a great backyard on a budget with a few strategic choices like durable seating and a few yard games. ![]() You don't have to spend a bunch of money to act on your favorite backyard ideas, either. In fact, some of the best backyard ideas can make a bite-size patio or side yard look and feel as gracious as a sprawling lawn. But you don't need an abundance of square footage to create a fun and functional backyard. Whether it's a row of chaise lounges by the pool or a group of Adirondack chairs in an open grass field, a comfortable outdoor setup is the ultimate luxury. The best backyard ideas all have one key thing in common: comfort. While we all love lounging in the living room or spending the day in bed, there's just something extra relaxing about hanging out in the backyard. ![]()
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