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Hamptons-inspired dog ramp

Alicia_Woodwork
Having an Impact

Hamptons-inspired dog ramp

My gorgeous Goldie, Charlie, was recently diagnosed with hip displacia. This condition makes ordinarily simple movements incredibly difficult. It is for this reason that I decided to build a ramp to allow her easy access to some cuddles on the bed. I worked hard to match the bed frame and decor in the room with bright whites and paneling to finish. 

Materials

Tools

Ryobi Drill 

AEG Drop Saw 

Ryobi Disc Sander

Steps

Step 1

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Build the frame using 35x70mm untreated pine. If adding shelving or draws, ensure this is calculated in the frame build. Secure the frame with 75mm 10G Timber Screws.

Step 2

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Carefully cut pine cladding to size and secure using 30mm 8G timber screws. Be sure to counter sink screws using a larger drill bit.

Step 3

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Using 3mm coated MDF board, measure and cut shelving lining. Secure in place using indoor wood glue and 20mm 8G screws.

Step 4

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Measure and cut the 9mm MDF top. Secure using countersunk 50mm 10G timber screws. Patch all screw holes and imperfections.

Step 5

 

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Use white gap filler to seal the edges of the shelves. Sand the ramp back until the surface is completely smooth. Apply a coat of prime, followed by 1 coat of white wall paint.

Step 6

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Add your chosen material to the ramp top.

Step 7

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Upon installing the ramp and observing Charlie using it, I realised the carpet was far too slippery. I then replaced it with these great foam-based self-adhesive panels.

Old-gal24
Amassing an Audience

Re: Hamptons-inspired dog ramp

I was also wondering the same @AnnieOzi  @Alicia_Woodwork 

 

I have mini dashies, and have to watch their backs.  Along with a few other smaller dogs.  this is a great way to make a boring old ramp, useful storage.

 

This old gal

Old-gal24
Amassing an Audience

Re: Hamptons-inspired dog ramp

Hi Eric @EricL 

 

Thanks for the input.

 

This old Gal

muzzler
Just Starting Out

hamptons dog ramp

 I would like to know the measurements and detailed instructions on how to build the Hamptons dog ramp.

MitchellMc
Bunnings Team Member
Bunnings Team Member

Re: hamptons dog ramp

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @muzzler. It's sensational to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about this amazing project.

Let me tag @Alicia_Woodwork to see if they can provide those details about their project. As this is a member-submitted project, they are unlikely to have created any detailed instructions or plans. However, I trust we'll be able to help you recreate this project for yourself.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Mitchell

 

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Re: hamptons dog ramp

Hi @muzzler 

 

I’m so sorry but I don’t have any plans as this was built as a once off. I’m more than happy to answer any questions you may have though or clarify any of the steps 😊 

 

Thank you so much,

Alicia

Re: Hamptons-inspired dog ramp

Hi @Old-gal24, thank you so much for your comment. I can definitely recommend building ramps that serve more than one purpose as they then become part of your everyday life too. Please let me know how you go on building/sourcing a ramp for your beautiful mini Dashies 😊

Re: Hamptons-inspired dog ramp

@Alicia_Woodwork 

 

Hello Alicia,

Could be a while till I get mine done as I'm moving house and have many jobs to tackle prior to getting to this one.

 

Many thanks for your reply

Old gal

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