How to Build a Cold Frame - Tools Needed
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| Learn how to build a cold frame for your plant cuttings; watch a video of techniques for building the frame; includes tips, materials, and tools lists.
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Tools
and supplies:
 Measuring tape
Safety goggles
Power miter box
Power drill
Assorted bits
Countersink bit
Saw horses (to create work surface)
Level
Japanese hand saw
Portable, battery operated miter box (optional)
Table saw
Clamps
Materials:
2 x 2 pieces of cedar, redwood or pressure treated pine
Large plywood sheet (for work surface)
Rust proof, stainless steel, flat head screws (#10 x 2 ½" and #8 x 1 ½")
Finish head screws (#6 x 2")
¾ inch tongue and groove planks
Cedar planks for bottom of box
Weed cloth
1 x 2 or 1 x 3 cedar, redwood, or pressure treated pine
1 x 3 cedar, redwood or pressure treated pine for Plexiglas cover frame
Plexiglas sheet (cut to size)
Water-proof polyester glue
Brass hinges
Brass handles
Chain for cold frame cover
Sand
Soil
Note: This list is based on this specific project
and situation. Please adjust these items and instructions to your
particular needs.
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