General Details
Time Required | Difficulty | Estimated Cost | Power Tool Needed? |
30 Minutes | Easy | 20$ | Not Required |
Minimum Tools Needed
Saw (Circular, Hand, or Miter) | Tape Measure | Pencil | Screw Driver |
Bill of Materials
2×4 | 10 Feet |
Hardware
#9 2.5 inch Wood Screw | One box |
Note: Dimensions may vary based on the brand, size, and thickness of your weight plates. Make sure to measure your plates to determine the appropriate dimensions for your needs.
Cut list
Piece | Dimension | Qty |
Outside Perimeter – A | 16.5 inches | 2 |
Inside Perimeter – B | 13.5 inches | 2 |
Separator Pieces – C | 13.5 inches | 3 |
Screws | #9 2.5 inch | 20 |
- Cut two outside Perimeter pieces A to 16 inches.
- Cut two inside Perimeter pieces B to 16 inches.
- Cut three Separator Pieces C to 13.5 inches
- Using wood screws, attach pieces A and B as shown in Figure 1.
Note: This may vary based on the brand plates you have, make sure to measure the thickness of each plate to determine the appropriate spacing.
5. Determine spacing needed for each plate and using wood screws secure separator pieces in place.
6. Sand and paint/stain as needed