I am thinking of putting a treehouse in a large walnut tree. In addition to any building tips, I want to know whether there are any problems due to the branches swaying in the wind-as the force of this movement would be greatly amplified at nearer the trunk, could this crush the treehouse? How could this be overcome? Also, how could the platform be fixed into the tree-cables, coach screws etc? The tree is a large walnut with about 5 thick branches that spread out from the base of the trunk.
2007-11-29 07:45:18 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
I built a treehouse a couple of years ago and I bought this book: http://www.stilesdesigns.com/treehouses1.html
I didn't need it for the construction but rather the issues you are talking about. It is an excellent book and I would highly recommend buying it and reading it before beginning. It will save you some problems down the line. It also has some great ideas and plans.
2007-11-29 09:08:13 · answer #1 · answered by Steve in NC 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hi Steve. in NC
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No offense and not knowing at all where you are; IE: sme wind blown coast line; etc. You might be overthinking this just a bit.
I've built and hung out in my share of Tree Houses, in my time; and maybe I'm smokin too much wacky stuff, but it seems to me; the higher one builds;the more direct the forces influence the construction. That said however; what fun might it be to build a Tree House 3 feet off the ground.
Certainly one would hope that the tree itself and it's branches are substantial enough to support the structure, and a party of 12 in hanging out.
I might take hints from construction that includes Hurricane/Earthquake fittings/supports/ attachments etc. and design something that allows for float; sway; yaw; pitch; etc.
Actually if I had that kind of worry however; I might just design something at ground level and leave the tree to keep producing fruit and lumber.
The link Steve offers is a good one. I'd give him the 10.
Steven Wolf
2007-11-29 18:21:37 · answer #2 · answered by DIY Doc 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No offence but if you're not sure what you are doing wouldn't it be wiser to get someone who does? If you insist on doing it yourself try to get advice from someone (in real life) who has already built at least one.
2007-11-29 20:03:45 · answer #3 · answered by MaryBlue 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you are in the uk you may need planning permission. Might be useful to check with your local authority.
2007-11-29 15:57:08 · answer #4 · answered by ken c 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
first plant a tree preferably a big one
2007-11-30 14:49:45 · answer #5 · answered by funkygibbon 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋