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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 15 ต.ค. 2024
- This video shows how to build steps using 2x4 lumber. Its a simple, easy DIY project. These steps will be used for a hot tub but the plan could easily be converted for a variety of uses depending on the size steps you need. I will take you throught the process of how to build these steps.
My wife is pregnant and needs stairs to get into bed now. Never made any b4 so gonna give it a shot. Thanks for the video!
I hope they work for her. Good luck!
Getting in bed is what caused her problem, she's just making an excuse not to go back in fear.
3 years later and this is exactly what I was looking for. Definitely going to use this to make my hot tub steps. God bless!
Great! If you don’t use treated lumber be sure to treat the 2x4’s with a sealer like Thompsons water seal. Good luck!
You are a good teacher! Thank you for showing us this project
Thank you! I appreciate that!
You remind me so much of Mr. Rogers. Wonderful detailed video. Thank you 🙏🏽.
Thanks Superman!
This video was amazingly helpful to me. My first attempt at steps up to the trampoline fell totally apart after a couple rains. I think it was workmanship and the wrong wood. I'm going to try this with pressure treated wood and see how it works out this time. Thanks for the instruction.
Thanks. I think you are on the right track with treated wood. Good luck!
Thanks wife and I are getting a hot tube and you have convinced me to build my own. I will look through the comments I hope there is a picture of the steps after they got delivered.
Thanks for letting me know Bill! No pictures but I did see them at the hot tub in Beaver Creek. They work great! Good luck with yours. I’m sure you will be happy with them!
Great design I built a set for my hot tub they turned out great! Thanks for the video. I added just about a 1/4" sickout bellow the bottom so I could sand to make level during install.
Thanks for letting me know. I’m glad they worked out for you!
Pretty nice design. I used it to build a 3-step piece for a higher entry point. Solid as a rock and it looks good, too. Thanks for sharing this.
Thanks! I appreciate you letting me know!
Thank you, Ray I picked up some good ideas from your channel.
You’re welcome. Glad you found some useful information in my videos.
I'm going to make these same stairs myself this spring. I'm in Chicago too by O'hare airport & the flimsy plastic ones don't last very long
Good luck with the project. These were coated with a water repellent sealant and have held up to the snow out in Colorado. Thanks for commenting!
Im building some steps for my Indoor Golf Simulator, Great video, thanks for the tips.
Thanks for the comment. I hope it goes well for you!
I used your design. Went well. Looks pretty good. Not fancy but functional. I rounded over the cuts with a round over bit. And have it a good sanding afterwards
Great! I’m glad it worked out for you. Thanks for subbing!
OMG this is wonderful! Thank you.
Thank you!!! Have a nice weekend!
simple and looks great 2 thumbs up from steve
Thank you! I appreciate the feedback!
Used your video to make some steps today! It’s my first official DIY and they look awesome! Thank you!
Good for you Courtney! Thanks for letting me know!
I am very happy to have found this video! I plan on building this for my Mama because she is having balance issues and doesn’t feel safe on her current spa steps. Any suggestions for the best way I can attach rails to the side for her, as well? I would very much appreciate any advice!
A friend of mine wants to do the same thing for his mom. I think you could make a 2x4 on the bottom and top step shorter so they just come flush with the frame. That way you could attach an upright 2x4 for a banister. The banister would be attached to the frame. The top of the banister would be cut at an angle so the handrail would slope according to your need. Then you would screw the handrail on top. I’m just spitballing here, so make sure it’s sturdy enough. Good luck and let me know how it turns out.
Enjoyed your video... The Mister Rogers of woodworking😉
Me. Rogers? A blast from the past! Thanks!
I like the design. How would you personally add a handrail?
I had to go back and watch the video as I produced it a few years ago. I think what you can do is take one of the 2x4” treads on the bottom and top stair and cut them length wise to be even with the frame. Then put your 2x4” uprights in those slots and screw them to the side of the top and bottom frames. Of course you will need to determine the height of uprights and cut an angle on top to accommodate the rail. I would just use another 2x4” board for the rail. Screw the and rail to the uprights and that should do it. I hope this makes sense to you and please share with us, if it works or you use a different method. Good Luck!
Thank you. You have me some good ideas for a project I'm working on
You’re welcome!
Wonderful video. Really well done. Gonna use it to construct my stairs! Thank you!
Good luck with the project! Thanks for letting me know!!!
How many 2x4's did this project take? 🤔
It’s been a while and I honestly don’t remember.
Determine the size you want and do your calculations from there. I usually plan on one extra board and return it, if not needed. Good luck!!
This designs are great!! Thank you so much!
Do you think this strategy is scalable? Could i make a third step that is very deep as a landing for my shed? Specifically, if the top step is 5’ deep should I add more supports?
Hi Bruce. You can probably do that. You might want to move up to 2x6” for the supports. I don’t profess to be an engineer so I can’t say for sure. Good luck and let us know how it goes if you try it.
Hey, Ray: We just got our hot tub yesterday, and after a dip this am, discovered I need a set of stairs. Your steps look perfect. However, I'm interested in the model # of your Ridgid Saw Stand. Maybe I can get one for Christmas.
Hi Dan. I looked at my stand. It says MS-UV, Miter Stand Utility Vehicle. I bought it either at Lowes or Home Depot. Home Depot has it on sale right now for $149 which is $50 off. It’s a great stand that I’ve had for several years with no issues. Merry Christmas!!!
Great video!
Thank you. I appreciate the nice comment!
Hi! What length (and quantity) of 2x4's did you use for this project? I could do the math, but thought I would ask here first ;)
I honestly don’t remember. I often have 2x4’s laying around so I may not have bought new. I’d have to do the math as well. Good luck with the project.
By the way, they have been outside since I made them. Coated with water seal they are holding up well.
@@Ray_Here I built these steps last weekend for my hot tub...it took (8) 2x4x8's and they work perfectly! Thanks!
@@collisonj.corner1386 Thanks for letting me know and well done on the project!
Nice video, it would be really cool if you could put the list of material either in the video itself, or in the comment section below. This would ensure the project will be done in a single trip to the hardware store.
That’s a good idea! Although only one trip to the hardware store for a project would only be a fantasy for me!
What is the dimension of the top step box frame? I don’t see it in your dimensions? Maybe I missed it.?
Hi Ethan. First of all I grew up in Boston so go Red Sox! Live in Illinois now.
Sorry but I gave the steps away and don’t remember the exact dimensions. I suggest you decide how wide you want the stairs and cut the treads first. Lay them on the floor and determine the base dimensions from there. Allow for a 1/4” gap between the 2x4 treads. I think I made the bottom step 10” deep and the top 14”deep. Decide on the step height including the 2x4 tread and you can back into frame height. Step height should be 8-9” or so. I usually just draw it out roughly to get a sense of what I want. 2x4’s are pretty cheap so by an extra. I always do that. I usually don’t need it but sometimes I screw up or change my mind mid build. I hope this helps. Go for it!
measure your area needed length wise and width too the estimate what you need
I wonder if people who work in trades or with their hands use the skill of problem solving more than other people.
I imagine so!
My foundation of 4 pieces wood that form the bottom square is not flat. It is uneven and moves up an down. How do I fix that?
Either you didn’t get a square end cut or one or more of you boards is warped or twisted. It happens!
I couldn't use this style where I live... too many snakes, and they would get me thru those steps!
Those would be some sneaky snakes! Thanks for watching.
I Can do many things but idk if this is one 😂 not having the tools is that is making it not realistic for me
I have collected a lot of tools over the years. They certainly make building projects easier. Thanks for the comment!
Cut all the boards to size this evening.
Great. Good luck with assembly. Let me know how it goes! Thanks for commenting!
Made my steps today thanks
Great! I’m glad the video was helpful!
Remember treated lumber is toxic. Use a respirator or very good mask when cutting it.
@@R_Arizona Good point. However, I didn’t use treated lumber. Thanks for the comment.
@@Ray_Here yep saw that just making a comment in case there are those that want to use it.
Totally love this video good information and I've been around tools as I could see you have been and this is such great information thank you for the video✌
Thank you Scott! I really appreciate that!
Just paint some CU Bor on any part that touches the ground.
Good idea! Thanks!
Won't less very long.
We treated them with an oil and they have lasted 3 yrs and counting. Thanks for Sharing your opinion.
He is handsome... Cutie old man
Ha! Thanks for watching!
Builders never built step for back door.
@@eyeonart6865 Thanks for the comment. I wasn’t aware of that.
Good video. Be better if you stay on topic instead of talking about things you find and the tools though.
Thanks for the comment. I’ll have to go back and watch it now as I do t remember what I talked about. In general, I agree and try not wander off topic too much.
@@Ray_Here I think the video was fine and some commentator was being a little cranky pants.
The comment didn’t bother me. He started by saying the video was good and then provided an opinion. That’s fine. We all have an opinion. Thanks for your comment and support though. I appreciate it. Have a great day!
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I enjoyed the story, but it is Sunday afternoon and I'm just taking it easy, not in a hurry to run out and build the steps! ;)
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What didn’t you like?
@@Ray_Here To me it just looks like a lot of wood. No way to Stop It from racking.
@@alancall5113 ok. Thanks for the additional information. Yes, a lot of wood but just cheap 2”x4”. We did spray it with a water seal as well. It’s been in service for two years with no issues. Again, thanks for the extra response. I’m always trying to improve, so I view criticism as an opportunity to do that.
Way too much talking about useless information not related to the project.
Agree. It’s the only time I did that on a video. I’ve had a similar comment from another viewer. I hope it didn’t detract too much from the value of the video. Thanks for the feedback Sarah!