About 40 feet by 20 feet.
2006-10-20 03:55:06 · 7 answers · asked by rhemakat 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
4x4s used as legs every 6 feet or less
2x8s used as frame
2X6s used as stringers every 3 feet mounted in joist hangers
1x12s used as planking fastened with deck screws to stringers
Steps are another subject if the stage has to be stepped up to.
Good idea to brace corners of framing with metal joiners.
Legs should be carriage bolted to frame for extra strength, not just screwed.
2006-10-20 04:05:08 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
A piece of OSB is 7/16 typical size and 4x8 feet, light weight but strong enough for roofing. Leave it as a full sheet and set it on edge for storage. 6 @ 8 foot studs will support the weight you are talking about. 4 run the long way, then the ends squared with the others run on 16" centers. Total cost about $30, time about 4 hours, add a couple of wheels to one edge for transportation and it will roll into the garage and store on edge against a wall. This winter it can be the start of a model train set for the Christmas Tree. Get a battery operated drill and some decking screws instead of the nails, easier to take it apart later. 2x6 studs will support more weight over a longer span, but you do not need it. If the 4x8 stage is too small, a second one can be built in a couple more months for the same amount of money.
2016-03-18 22:11:20 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you don't know the answer to this question and you expect people to stand on this wooden stage, I have a suggestion that I did.
We just produced "Oliver"! We had a platform 8 feet off the ground, and ran the entire length of the stage, with stairs stage right and up stage left.
The designer of the platform was not really qualified to build it. I got a local building contractor and about 5 extra handy guys to come in and do it right.
I realized after the fact that if I hadn't had the contractor, I would have probably had several of Fagins children in the hospital.
The answer, to make it clear. Get someone who knows what he is doing. Get it done right. Get it safe!
2006-10-20 04:05:52 · answer #3 · answered by pricetravel 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
As a contractor in residential, commercial, and theatrical venues I have suggestions, but you gave no real details.
Where, What fit, Budget, etc.
I'll offer this.
Depending on the "TYPE" raked etc. I have constructed STAGE segments in 4 x 8.
For the most immediate they are frames, approx 30 inches high total. They are 1 x 4's or 2 x 4's, plywood sheet topped.
The frame is essentially a 4 x 8 box affair, rectangles,,2 @ 4 x 30 and 2 @ 8 x 30. Then secured together, either solidly, or with loose pin hinges. In each "frame" there might be an "X" from diagonal to diagonal for bracing. The loose pin hinges would allow for more compact storage, and transport if neceeasry.
4 x 8 sheets of 3/4 ply, etc, are screwed to the frames once set in place.
The framework allows understage access, for such things as quick grip clamps, sand bags, wiring, etc.,,,and can be masked by black doveteen,,,etc. or luan skin.
40 by 20 would take approximately 25 of these structures, which may seem daunting, but consider use, after the fact. If its a one time thing, many of the same structural principles can still be applied. 5 x 8 = 40,,,, 5x 4 = 20.
In theater most material is thought to be recyclable,,,at least in my experience. the budgeting may be a concern, and can be researched for differences in pennies to dollars.
SAFETY and liability are prime concerns, as are skilled crafters.
More??? contact me.
Steven Wolf
2006-10-20 04:12:35 · answer #4 · answered by DIY Doc 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
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2017-01-26 20:24:17 · answer #5 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
look online at deck designs and/or building.
2006-10-22 06:23:33 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you must use a solid wood think the safety of others
2006-10-20 03:59:16 · answer #7 · answered by Mr pogi 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋