Quilt ladder
Recently a severe thunderstorm knocked down a lot of branches at our house. Looking for something to do with this free reclaimed wood, I came upon the idea of a quilt ladder. We have 5-6 quilts that are not on beds, and no place to display them. Now we can look at our natural wood ladder for easy display. See more at
Specifications
| Project type | Home DIY |
|---|---|
| Room | Storage Solutions |
| Style | Green or Eco-Friendly Style Furniture |
| Difficulty | Starter Projects |
| Estimated cost | free |
Shopping List
Reclaimed wood (fallen down branches)
Cut List
4 pieces at 25 inches
2 pieces at 4-5 ft
Tools
- measuring tape
- pencil
- safety glasses
- hearing protection
- drill
- jigsaw
Step-by-step Instructions
Step 1
Take all the bark off of the wood and sand it. Don't worry about it being perfectly rounded, the knots and bumps add character.
Step 2
Divide the height of your ladder by 5 and mark the tall pieces every 1/5 of the height.
Step 3
Pre drill holes through the rung pieces of the ladder.
Step 4
Turn ladder with front facing down and attach the rungs to the tall pieces using 2 or 2.5 in screws.
Finishing
Sand all surfaces, starting with a medium grit and finishing with fine. Wipe off the dust, fill any holes or gaps with wood filler, and sand smooth once dry. Apply primer if you're painting, then finish with your choice of paint or stain and seal with a durable clear topcoat. For outdoor projects, use exterior-rated primer, paint or stain, and sealer so the piece stands up to the weather.
Source (temporary): https://www.ana-white.com/woodworking-projects/quilt-ladder