Sides
4’-4”
2’-0”
6”
8’-0”
4’-0”
6”
3’-0” 6’-0” 2” over lap
6’-0”
heavy-duty 26" bicycle wheels
hinged stoop
rear wall
2’-0”
1’-0” 1’-0” 4’-0”
1’-0”
8’-0” side view
4”
1’-0”
2’-0”
3’-0”
WALLS
2’-0”
front wall
1’-0”
The plywood walls can be as thin as 3/8 inch and as thick as ¾ inch. Fasten the walls to the outsides of the 2x2s on the base, and join the wall panels at each corner with a vertical 2x2 on the cabin interior. The front and rear walls cover the edges of the side walls, and all cover the edges of the base plywood.
WINDOWS Use Plexiglas for the windows in the rear wall and the door. The windows can be any size and shape you like. Just make sure there’s enough wood around the glazing for strength. You can set
the glazing into a rabbeted edge in the plywood and secure it with caulk, or cut the Plexiglas 2 inches or so larger than the opening and screw it to the interior side of the plywood. A screened ventilation panel, or a small window that opens, might also be a good idea.
DOOR Hang the door so it opens out, using stops on the inside of the opening to prevent the door from swinging in. Choose the best handle/latch and lock for your needs. A simple screen door handle kit might do the trick, or add something more heavy-duty for security.
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