Outdoor Living Today GH812 Instructions / Assembly
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1. 8x12 Cedar G Greenhouse OLT Assembly Manual Outdoor Living Today Revision 2 April 3rd 2012 Thank you for purchasing an 8x12 Cedar Greenhouse Please take the time to identify all the parts prior to assembly Safety Points and Other Considerations Our products are built for use based on proper installation and normal residential use on level ground Please follow the instruction manual when building your Tas Greenhouse and retain the manual for future maintenance purposes Some of the safety and usage measures you may wish to consider include snow load ratings vary by geographical location If heavy or wet snowfall occurs it is advisable to sweep the snow off the roof s if the product is elevated any structural and building code requirements are solely the customer s responsibility and should be abided by in high or gusty wind conditions it is advisable to keep the structure securely grounded have a regular maintenance plan to ensure screws doors windows and parts are tight Customer agrees to hold Outdoor Living Today Partnership and any Authorized Dealers free of any liability for improper installation maintenance and repair In the event of a missing or broken piece simply call the Outdoor Living Today Customer Support Line 1 888 658 1658 within 30 days of the delivery of your purchase It is our commitment to you to courier replacement parts free of charge within 10 busi2. 2 finishing nails per piece Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 31 70 Locate Part Il Corner Post Trim 1 1 2 x 1 1 2 x 5 Position around each Outside Corner Post Attach with 2 2 finishing nails per piece 71 Locate Part LL Side Soffits 1 2 x 4 x 19 1 2 4 amp 19 1 8 8 Position underneath Roof Window and between Outside and Side Post Orientate Soffit with rough face out and lap siding down and to the inside to cap Side Window Attach with 4 1 1 2 nails Finish all corner Soffits now 12 Position 19 1 8 Soffits underneath remaining Roof Window and attach as per Step 71 Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 32 i a i 73 Locate Part JJ Detail j Caps 1 2 x 3 1 2 x 10 Position to 2 cover Post and Rafter connection Attach with 4 2 finishing nails per NN piece In the Front and Rear attach Cap to cover Rafter Ridge Board connection Attach with 4 1 1 2 finishing nails 74 Locate Parts MM and NN Potting Shelves 16 x 45 3 8 and Potting Shelf pn 1 1 2 x 2 1 2 x 20 1 2 With helper holding Shelf just under the Top Wall Cap screw to wall from underneath with 3 3 screws as shown above 75 Position 1 Potting Shelf 1f Support against Post and under Shelf framing Level Shelf and attach Support with 2 3 scr
3. 64 Locate Part BB Top Dutch Door 32 1 2 x 47 2 Black Butt Hinges and 12 2 Black Screws On ground attach Hinges to Door first using 2 Black Screws Align shim 1 4 from Bottom Door and attach to Door Trim with 2 Black Screws Confirm Door swings correctly before attaching all screws 65 Attach Door Handle and Exterior Black Barrel Bolt to door Handle is positioned on top door Barrel Bolt on bottom door Attach Black Barrel Bolt as illustrated to the left with 3 4 Black Screws Note Female part of Barrel Bolt is positioned higher than male Do a dry run first to position Barrel Bolt correctly before attaching 66 Attach Interior Silver Barrel Bolt to inside of door as illustrated to the left Use 3 4 silver screws to secure Bolt is used to connect Top and Bottom Doors Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 30 Ta I ag ipe p f F 2 i i r L i S 4 I i J B LF 67 Locate Parts FF amp GG Outside Post Trim Narrow 1 2 x 4 1 2 x Trim Wide 1 2 x 5 1 2 x 34 7 8 Position with Wide Trim capping the side when looking at the front Align Trims so flush under Wall Top Caps and attach with 4 1 1 4 finishing nails per piece 69 Locate Part HH Vertical Wall Trim 1 2 x 3 1 2 x 34 7 8 Position underneath Top Wall Cap where Walls attach to Posts Center and attach with 4 1 1
4. Greenhouse V Inside Vent Frame _ Please take the time to identify all the parts prior to assembly cc Front Vertical Door Filler CCC Front Hor Door Filler Not Shown U 3 1 4 x 3 1 2 x 50 3 4 Roof Rafters 2x3 2x4 attached x 10 pcs V 3 4 x 2 1 2 x 49 Inside Vent Framing Support W Side Polygal Windows BB 32 1 2 x 47 Top Dutch Door CC 3 4 x 2 1 2 x 87 1 4 Front Vertical Door Frame Filler x 2 pcs CCC 3 4 x 2 1 2 x 33 Front Hor Door Frame Filler DD 1 2 x 2 1 2 x 84 1 4 EE 1 2 x 2 1 2 x 38 Horizontal Door Trim FF 1 2 x 4 1 2 x 34 7 8 Outside Post Trim Narrow GG 1 2 x 5 1 2 x 34 7 8 Outside Post Trim Wide et 2 eT Wax Se JJ 1 1 2 x 3 1 2 x 10 Detail Caps KK 1 x 5 1 2 x 70 1 2 Top Ridge Cap LL 1 2 x 4 8 19 1 8 amp 4 19 1 2 Side Soffits MM 16 x 45 3 8 Potting Shelves NN 1 1 2 x 2 1 2 x 20 1 2 Potting Shelf Supports Temporary Post Wall Supports 3 high x 2 5 wide Rafter Template Spacer 1 1 2 x 3 1 2 x 20 3 16 long Note All Trim Pieces will be positioned rough face out when installed Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 2 8x12 GREENHOUSE HARDWARE SHEET Hardware Kit Provided m Pam Note screws and nails shown actual size Black 1 1 4 Finishing _
5. QS E urren COREE RR or he iia p eats a eae ee TERIERA bin Finishing Square Drive Bit Black 1 1 4 SSA ee r i pr HET X ry rye rg i p i ju TN N las P SE a Legal sail A F 7J j n 4 E a 3 4 SS 6 Lag Screw x 8 Silver o Black Barrel AN 3 8 Washer x 8 Tee Hinge x4 Pull Handle Bolt Heat Activated Hinge with Hardware i Screw Gun Drill Tape Measure Wood Clamp Caulking Gun Caulking x 2 oh eS k she z hee E Ladder wal Utility Knife 1 8 Drill Bits Safety Glasses Work Gloves Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 3 Selecting a Location for Your Greenhouse Walk around your property and make notes of the following sunny spots slope of the land light blocking trees and high buildings Don t hide your greenhouse away in a dark corner of the garden Make it an attractive feature Ensure it has easy access to it and around it to enable essential glass cleaning and general maintenance Place the Greenhouse on a level piece of land with good drainage Take into account existing paths and utilities such as electricity and water Having a water supply at hand avoids carrying heavy watering cans from the tap to the plant Choosing a Foundation amp Flooring Material Dirt A dirt floor is the most inexpensive flooring option but it will be messy Water will be absorbed easily and you can benefit from the
6. and position on Post Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 17 EANN _ 6 Lag Screws with Washer i pi i Il iW A 33 Position Rafter so end is flush with Corner Post and Outside Polygal Angle Cut Window slides into dado cut of Rafter When orientated correctly start 2 6 Lag Screws with 3 8 Washer with a hammer and tighten with 9 16 socket 34 Locate Part M Top Triangular Polygal Windows Slide Window in Top Cap gap and into dado cut of Rafter 35 Locate Left Side Rafter and orientate as shown above Once Outside Polygal Angle Cut Window is sitting in dado cut of rafter carefully slide Rafter up Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 18 36 Carefully Slide Rafter up until end of Rafter is flush with Post as shown above Make sure Angle Cut Window and Triangular Window stays in dado cut of Rafter 37 When Rafter is orientated correctly start 2 6 Lag Screws with Washers with a hammer and tighten with 9 16 socket From the inside attach Gable Support Frame to Rafters with 4 1 1 4 screws See illustration below Rear Wall shown with Rafters King Stud and Gable Support Frame configured correctly Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 19 4 eee 1 39 Attach Part OO Exterior Rafter Doorway Supports 1 1 2
7. barrier that is made for landscaping and not black plastic or a tarp Ground cover will allow water to drain through the fabric while keeping weeds from growing in your greenhouse F Pack approximately 4 deep of small Gravel to complete foundation and floor 1 Excavate a site that is approximately 9x13 2 deep Level dirt base using a straight 2x4 piece of lumber and level Make sure to leave enough space to allow for easy access around the Greenhouse once the unit is assembled Lay approximately 2 of sand in base pack and level Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 5 2 Locate 4x4 Foundation Framings 2 front 2 rear 44 5 long amp 4 sides 71 long Lay on sand base Position and level gt Using straight 2x4 and level Make a footprint so outside dimensions 7 are approximately 96 wide x 142 7 f long Screw ends of 4x4 together with 2 3 screws per end d Optional Secure 4x4 s to ground A T with Tie Down Kit or Rebar See i Sod _ D on Foundation Page You can find the HSquare Drive Bit for the screws in with the Hardware 3 Position and cut Landscape Clothe to fit inside 4x4 Foundation Framing Lay approximately 3 4 of small Gravel and pack down I al f P i 4 E i as gn a tn i u gt i i Qo a i Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivi
8. 3 Page 34 The materials contained in this Assembly Manual may be downloaded or copied provided that ALL copies retain the copyright and any other proprietary notices contained on the materials No material may be modified edited or taken out of context such that its use creates a false or misleading statement or impression as to the positions statements or actions sales outdoorlivingtoday com
9. Front Set of Part G as per Step 14 Part S Side Top Support Bevel Cut 16 Locate Part S Side Top Supports with a Bevel Edge There are 2 pieces per side Starting with Support with only one Cleat on the end position on top of Side Wall Posts Align Cleat end tight against Corner Post and attach with with 2 2 Cleats on screws as shown above both ends of Support Middle Side Post dpa l i fas a i mn g TE Fi Lai ee aF e ol oo Em E a a a i r r F Ag EP a ae a ear Te Hiri a i fst mi ar eee en A ri Pa ee ay ia fod g amp ia oo a ee ee i ae E a i i F Pa a ee E i F oo tH i kT Teh ERa 2 F i ee By KAG j 5 Fay y i E igi cal a aa 2 pt mo Ta a ae ee ST a all we ee ee ot Lre ng j i E a BF i elie fo ee i PE D m TE bi i F J i Fi iy her a F i j we 17 Position and attach Side Top Support with Cleats on both ends as per Step 16 Attach Corner Post s End first with 2 2 Align Supports equally on middle Side Post and attach with 2 3 screws Attach remaining interior Posts with 2 3 screw as shown above Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 11 18 Repeat Steps 16 17 to complete opposite Side Top Support pieces 19 Measuring from the outside of Corner Post 4x4 s your Greenhouse should have a footprint ideally of 96 wide x 140 5 deep There can be small tolerances when connectin
10. ails to secure Window should be slightly recessed or flush from end of Rafter and back approximately 1 4 from end of Outside Rafter standing on ladder from inside the Greenhouse caulk the Ridge Board Window Seam 54 Install 3 additional Roof Polygal Windows as shown above following Steps 51 53 Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 25 55 Before installing remaining Roof Windows attach Part K Top Ridge Caps 1 x 5 1 2 x 70 to top of Ridge Board On a ladder position 1 Cap evenly on Ridge Board and flush with the outside Attach with 3 3 screws as illustrated above Attach 2nd Cap Work from the inside on a step ladder to attach 56 Install remaining Roof Polygal Windows as per Steps 51 53 Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 26 J Inside Vent 1 Framing Support 57 Locate and attach Part V Inside Vent Framing Supports 3 4 x 2 1 2 x 49 with 6 2 screws Position parallel with Hinged Window Marked 58 Complete both Supports Locate both Heat Activated Hinges Hinged Window will be marked for correct location for Hinge Heat Activated Hinge will require a basic assembly Follow Manufacturer s directions Attach with Manufacturer s Hardware supplied Phillips Head Driver will be required ae N E Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorliving
11. d to the right as per Steps 45 amp 46 Part V Inside Vent Framing Support 1 et i i 1 F ai lt 2 m j j A Y iir gt i a i TIN 1 J a a a im n i r 5 ty f F i d j r 1 he e ha j r k if mt 1 a5 ie a ia j i 1 w i ma j f 4 i a os i rs z i t i e E E i i fir j Ti ban I n a pa 5 ii i j j Se m mi 3 i ia N a rie ca i i i j i j R r j i i i pm F i i a 5 i 48 Install Center Rafters to complete Rafter section as illustrated above and to the right as per Steps 45 amp 46 Confirm Center Rafter location using Part Z or V Adjust if necessary Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 23 49 Standing on a ladder from the inside position and attach Part Z Vent Hinged Window to Ridge Board Prior to attaching confirm Window can move up and down freely Attach with 3 4 Black screws 51 Locate Part X Roof Polygal Windows 21 wide x 51 long Peel protective plastic layer off first sheet noting correct side out Fit Window in dado of Outside Rafter and gap of inside Rafter as shown above Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 24 52 Slide Roof Window up dado cut and gap of Rafters until it slides completely into dado cut of Ridge Board 53 With Window in position use 2 1 1 2 finishing n
12. ear Wall Top Caps 1 1 2 x 5 1 2 x 44 1 2 Position and attach as per Step 20 Once again the Cap is designed with tolerance and gaps will appear around the notches Later caulking may be applied to seal these gaps Complete remaining Side Wall Top Cap attachments as shown to the left Outside Angel Cut Polygal Window Important Install Polygal Windows in a sequence outlined in this manual o e position in gap position in dado cut WUR 24 Locate Part K Outside Angle Cut Polygal Windows 26 1 2 wide Peel protective plastic layer off first sheet noting correct side out On a step ladder lift window up and position in the top Corner Post dado cut and in the gap of the Doorway Post Slide down Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 14 a i 25 Slide Window down into the dado cut of the F Top Cap uve FWD 26 Locate Part L Rear Center Polygal Window 33 3 4 wide Once again peel protective plastic layer off first if and note correct side out On a step ladder lift window up and position between gap of Doorway Posts Slide down and position as per Step 25 SSE fab id SA a y 27 Locate a second Part K Outside Angle 28 Locate Part W Side Polygal Windows Cut Polygal Window 26 1 2 wide Position 21 wide x 37 long as per Step 24 25 Position as per Step 24 25 Toll Fr
13. ee 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 15 29 Make sure the Window Slides down into the dado cut of the Top Cap Position remaining corner Polygal windows as shown to the right 3 outside Side Windows and 2 front Angle Cut Windows Cap s 2x4 has angle cut ends at top 30 Position attach and complete Horizontal Top Cap from Doorway Wall Framing Set Part 30 long Cap will sit on Doorway Framing Use 4 3 screws to secure Attach from the inside Complete both front and rear Caps Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 16 Part O King Stud Part Q Gable Support Frame 31 Locate Parts O amp Q King Stud and Gable Support Frame Using a tape measure mark centers on bottoms of Horizontal Top Cap King Stud Gable Support Frame Center Gable Support on Cap and tack together only with 2 2 screws Center King Stud on Support Frame and tack also with 1 3 screws Complete both front and back pieces In Step 42 some adjustment may be required Completely attach then l _ 7 3 i i B j E a Tack in screws to hold Jin position Complete in Step 42 i Outside Roof Rafter Dado Cut to inside 32 Locate Part N Outside Roof Rafters 3 1 2 x 3 1 2 x 51 There are Left and Right Rafters Starting with a Right Rafter as configured above lift up
14. ews Complete Shelving and Supports for side Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 33 a E z F Fa 7 f j i Outdoor Living Today Note Our Greenhouse is shipped as an unfinished product If exposed to the elements the western red cedar lumber will weather to a silvery gray color If you prefer to keep the cedar lumber looking closer to the original color we suggest that you treat the wood with a good oil base wood stain You may also wish to paint rather than stain In both cases we recommend that you consult with a paint and stain dealer in your area for their recommendations p aa ll ad a 7 q P r ra i jm aor l i Us Ss F j ol i F j p f ma P Ma a Py A Vr Fa al i ki m 76 Complete all Shelving and Supports i k Es We hope your experience assembling your Greenhouse has been both positive and rewarding We value your feedback and would like to hear back from you on how well we are doing in the following areas 1 Customer Service 2 On Time Shipping 3 Motor Freight Delivery 4 Quality of Materials 5 Assembly Manual 6 Overall Satisfaction Please call write or email us at Outdoor Living Today Canadian Address U nited States Address 9393 287th Street P O Box 96 M aple Ridge British Columbia Sumas W ashington Canada V2W 11 USA 98295 Toll Line 1 888 658 1658 Fax 1 604 462 533
15. g post walls together resulting in a variation on the depth of approx 1 2 lf using Wood Foundation Posts supplied screw walls down onto foundation with 2 3 screws per panels i Line Dado cut of Cap with Dado cut of Corner and Doorway Post 20 Locate Part J Front Wall Top Cap 1 1 2 x 5 1 2 x 25 3 8 Right Side Position on top of Front Wall so dado cut of Cap lines up with dado cut of Corner and Doorway Post Note the cap has a slight bevel cut that will be facing to the outside to direct water away from the Greenhouse Attach with 3 3 screws in dado cut line on slight angle Sink screw head below wood so Polygal window sits down in the dado cut Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 12 21 Repeat Step 20 to attach Left Side Front Wall Top Cap Left Side i 21 Locate Part T Side Wall Top Caps 1 1 2 x 5 1 2 x 66 3 4 Position and attach as per Step 20 The Cap is designed with tolerance and gaps will appear around the notches Later caulking may be applied to seal these gaps 22 Complete Side Wall Top Cap on one side Depending on your footprint measurement a gap of 1 8 to 1 2 could result where Caps meet in the middle You may use caulking later to seal the gap Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 13 Rear Wall Top Caps 23 Locate Part H R
16. mp Gravel Foundation and Floor System z because it is simple and cost effective to complete Basic instructions are i O U nN d O nN highlighted below Material List One Cubic Yard of Sand to cover 9 x13 2 deep Landscape Clothe to cover 8 x12 footprint 4x4 Cedar Foundation Framing Included in Kit Parts A amp B Two Cubic Yards of Gravel small to cover 8 x12 4 deep 4 Tie Down Kits or 16 pcs 12 long Rebar Optional Instructions The first step to building a greenhouse is constructing a foundation but before you begin you should have a level site prepared A Choose appropriate site B Excavate 9 x13 area to a depth of 2 3 and level dirt base C Lay Sand approximately 2 deep on base Pack and level D Position 4x4 Cedar Foundation Framing on level sand base Angle screw 4x4 s together with 3 long screws included Make sure your 4x4 footprint is square To do this use your tape measure and take two diagonal measurements of the base One from the front left corner to the back right corner and the other from the front right corner to the back left corner The base needs to be adjusted until the two measurements are the same Optional Secure 4x4 s to the ground with Tie Down Kit or drill and hammer 16 12 long Rebar pieces through 4x4 s into the ground E Lay Landscape Clothe and cut excess fabric around the edges Make sure you use a ground cover also called weed
17. natural heat Sand amp Gravel A sand and small gravel floor is also an inexpensive foundation option Provides excellent drainage and easy to keep clean Concrete When considering using a concrete floor seek out a professional to pour the concrete and be sure to add water drains Concrete floors also are great for holding heat and easy to clean and maintain The downside of having a concrete foundation is that it is permanent and more costly Brick Stone Brick or stone floors are also a good option providing you leave adequate spacing between the bricks stones to will allow water to drain and absorb into the ground Bricks and stones also hold heat and are a good choice if cold weather is going to be an issue for your greenhouse After you have decided on the proper greenhouse foundation flooring it s important to take your time and install it properly Be sure to remove any sod grass weeds etc Always start with a packed and leveled dirt floor By building your foundation as square and solid as possible your greenhouse should bring years of enjoyment to you Cleaning and Maintanance an Outdoor Living Today Greenhouse Polygal polycarbonate sheets Simple cleaning will give longer and better service life Rinse sheet with water Use warm soapy mild liquid dish soap water to clean sheets If any dirt remains gently wipe off with a soft cloth Apply final rinse and dry with soft cloth to prevent water spotting DO NOT use sponge
18. ness days of this notification Replacement parts will not be provided free of charge after the 30 day grace period Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 1 A 4x4 44 25 Foundation Posts Front and Rear Foundation Posts Sides C 3 1 2 x 3 1 2 76 Vertical Corner Posts D 25 1 2 x 35 Front Rear Walls E 20 1 4 x 35 Wide Side Wall with Vent F 20 1 4 x 35 Wide Side Wall G 32 7 8 x 35 Wide Rear Center Wall H 1 1 2 x 5 1 2 x 44 1 2 Rear Wall Top Cap Notched 3 1 4 x 3 1 2 F R Doorway Wall Frame Vertical Hor x 2 sets 2 Vertical Posts 87 1 4 1 Horizontal Top Cap 38 long J 1 1 2 x 5 1 2 x 25 3 8 Front Wall Top Cap L amp R K F R Outside Angle Cut Polygal Windows L Rear Center Polygal Window M F R Top Triangular Polygal Windows N 3 1 2 x 3 1 2 x 51 Outside Roof Rafters dado drilled O F R King Stud OO 1 1 2 x 1 1 2 x 27 1 2 Exterior Rafter Doorway Supports x 4 pcs P 2 x 5 5 x 83 Roof Ridge Boards Q 3 4 x 3 1 2 x 58 1 2 Gable Support Frame angle cut ends x 2 pcs R 3 1 4 x 3 1 2 x 75 1 4 Side Vertical Posts 2x3 2x4 attached x10 pcs S 1 1 2 x 3 1 2 x 66 3 4 Side Top Supports Bevel Edge x 4 pcs T 1 1 2 x 5 1 2 x 66 3 4 Side Wall Top Cap Notched Thank you for purchasing our 8x12 Cedar
19. ngtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 6 4 Locate 4 pieces Part C 3 1 2 x 3 1 2 x 76 Starting with front left corner choose and orientate Post as shown to the left with short angle cut top to the outside and dado cuts running top to bottom to the inside Posts attached filler trim will be orientated to the outside Wall siding flush with post 5 Position Part D 25 1 2 wide Front Solid Wall even with bottom of Post and with Wall Siding flush with outside of Filler Trim of Post on the outside Attach with 3 3 screws as shown above 6 Position Parts E or F 20 1 4 wide Front Solid Wall even with bottom of Post and with Wall Siding flush with outside of Filler Trim of Post on the outside Attach with 3 3 screws Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 7 l Complete remaining Corner Post Wall attachments following Steps 4 6 8 To complete remaining Post and Side Wall attachments locate 5 Side Vertical Posts Part R and 4 25 Wide Side Walls Part E or F s On Se gl solid level ground such as a patio or deck lay the 2x4 facing up Ye pieces down as shown below You will need at 2x3 facing down least a 10 x10 area Place Side Vertical Posts with their 2x3 s face down Vertical Posts are made using a combination of 2x3 s 2x4 s Place Walls with Siding down as well Part R Side Vertical Pos
20. oday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 21 44 Once all Side Windows are installed Caulk Window Wall Top a a seam Work around the entire Greenhouse Gaps in Wall Top Caps can also be caulked at this time No need to caulk sides or top at this time Rafter Template Spacer 20 3 16 45 onal Part U Roof Rafters 3 1 4 x 3 1 2 x 50 3 4 and Rafter Template Spacer 20 3 16 With Spacer aligned tight against outside Rafter position Rafter so dado cut of Ridge Board is aligned with gap in Rafter and tight against 2x3 edge of Rafter Angle Screw to Ridge Board with 2 3 Screws At bottom align with Spacer Rafter end should sit flush with outside of Side Post Screw Rafter to Side Top Plate Support with 2 3 screws Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 22 46 Install second Part U Roof Rafter using Rafter Template Spacer Align Spacer tight against Rafter s 2x3 edge Position Rafter so dado cut of Ridge Board is aligned with gap in Rafter and tight against 2x3 edge of new Rafter Attach as per Step 45 P Se pam e p e 1 e Fa pa t 3 t TE Confirm correct Rafter location by placing Part Z Vent Hinged Window or Part V Inside Vent Framing Support on Rafters Window must open and shut freely Rafters may need slight adjustments 4f Install Rafters as illustrated above an
21. s squeegees brushes or sharp instruments as they may damage the UV protective coating Western Red Cedar Wood Can be left to naturally weather to a silvery grey color or you can apply an exterior wood finish to keep the look of the original wood color If choosing a finish let the wood acclimatize under cover for two weeks and seal according to the paint manufacturer s specifications Types of Finishes Opaque Coatings amp Semi Transparent Stains Opaque Coatings provide the most surface protection against weathering but will conceal the wood s natural characteristics Semi Transparent Stains may be latex or oil based and will show the woods natural characteristics better Semi s generally have a shorter service life of between 2 4 years We recommend applying any sealants to individual pieces first before assembly and letting them dry to the paint manufacturer s directions Dirt is the most benign cause of discoloration and not usually a problem A periodic cleaning with a mild detergent solution will usually restore the surface finish Mildew is a common cause of discoloration of paint solid colour stains and natural finishes Restaining does not solve a mildew problem When it is time to refinish clean off the mildew with a commercial mildew remover then refinish with a coating that contains an effective mildewcide Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 4 We recommend using a Sand a
22. today com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 2 59 Locate Part Y Small Roof Polygal Windows 21 wide x 24 1 2 long Peel protective plastic layer off noting correct side out Fit Window in Rafter gaps and attach as per Step 53 Caulking not required Complete all Small Roof Windows i l Jal aja wam OES 60 Locate Part CC amp CCC Vertical and Horizontal Door Filler Trim 3 4 x 2 1 2 x 33 amp 87 1 4 long Position 3 4 Vertical Filler Trim on Doorway Framing and attach with 6 1 1 2 finishing nails There are two pieces Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 28 l M MES She A 62 Locle Part DD amp EE Vertical amp Horizontal and Vertical Door Trim 4 2 X 2 1 2 x 38 amp 84 1 4 Position 1 2 Thick Horizontal Trim over Horizontal Filler Trim and attach with 4 1 1 2 finishing nails Position 1 2 Thick Vertical Trims over Filler Trims and attach with 6 1 1 2 finishing nails per piece ao L S jr 63 Locate Part AA Bottom Dutch Door 32 1 2 x 35 1 2 2 Black Butt Hinges and 12 2 Black Screws On ground attach Hinges to Door first using 2 Black Screws Align shim Door and attach to Door Trim with 2 Black Screws Confirm Door swings correctly before attaching all screws Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 29
23. ts Part E or F 20 1 4 Wide Side Walls Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 8 Temporary Post Wall Supports 3 high x 2 5 wide y 9 Position Post R against Wall Framing as shown above Make sure Post is flush with bottom of wall framing Locate Temporary Post Wall Supports 3 high and place underneath 2x4 edge and touching 2x3 as shown above Clamp and attach Post to wall framing with 3 3 Do both sides Temporary Post Wall Support 10 Repeat Step 9 until four 20 1 4 wide Side Walls are attached 11 With a helper carefully lift up completed wall section and place between corner wall post sections Align and attach as per Step 9 Be mindful that corner Side Wall bottom framing is flush with bottom of Side Vertical Post Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 9 12 comp Wall tight against Post Use Clamp gt Vertical Posts from Part Set rey D ae F ne j j y i gA i ig a w a nu ie i i yE a ta a i e F y i iY r r e 13 Locate Part I The Doorway Wall Framing Sets There are 2 Sets Front Rear Align and install Vertical Posts from the set as per Step 9 Install rear side first Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 10 15 Install the Vertical Posts from the
24. x 1 1 2 x 27 1 2 underneath and flush with Outside Rafters Use 3 3 screws per piece to secure Complete front and rear pieces 40 Locate Part P Roof Ridge Boards 2 x 5 1 2 x 83 There are 2 pieces that need to be fastened together Aligning dado cuts and attach with 6 2 screws per side Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingtoday com sales outdoorlivingtoday com Page 20 41 Before nstalling ooe Ridge Board note that dado cut is off center Orientate Ridge Board with high side to top before lifting See illustration above Make sure Support does not block Roof Window from k i sliding up dado cut Dado cuts line up L 42 Drop Ridge Board into King Stud notch Dado cut of Ridge Board should line up with dado cut of Rafters From outside Ridge Board ends should be flush with outside of Rafters King Stud Gable Support Frame may need to re positioned in order to accommodate the Ridge Board correctly If so undo tacked in screws and position to fit Complete securing using 6 2 in Support and 2 3 screws in King Stud Secure Rafters to Ridge Board by angle screwing from Rafter into Ridge Board as shown above with 2 3 screws per Rafter 43 Install remaining Part W Side Polygal Windows 21 wide Position as per Step 24 25 Correctly orientate Polygal Windows as per instructions on the Window s protective sheathing Toll Free 1 888 658 1658 www outdoorlivingt
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