Notch- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Time
- 1.8–3.5 hours
- Cost
- $$
About this build
Step by step instructions on how to build a simple, fun puck shot carnival game.
Tools
Essential
- Brad Nailer
- Circular Saw
- Drill / Driver
- Jigsaw
- Random Orbit Sander
- Router
Optional / nice to have
- Bar / Pipe Clamps
Materials
| Item | Qty |
|---|---|
| Board, 1x4 96" | 2 board |
| Board, 1x3 24" | 1 board |
| Plywood, 1/2" Thick Quarter Sheet | 1 board |
| Spray paint | 1 each |
| Spray sealer | 1 each |
| Wood glue | 1 each |
Overall cost: $$. Lumber prices vary by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure we would only be pretending to know.
Cut list
| Part | Qty | T × W × L |
|---|---|---|
| Side frame | 2 | 1" × 4" × 48" |
| Goal | 1 | 3/4" × 2 1/2" × 24" |
| Back frame | 1 | 3/4" × 3 1/2" × 25 1/2" |
What to buy
Buy 4 boards at 8 ft.
1" × 4"
2 boards
3/4" × 3 1/2"
1 board
3/4" × 2 1/2"
1 board
Assumes 8 ft stock, a 1/8" saw kerf, and buying each part at its own width. Change the board size or kerf on the full board plan →
Instructions
1Attach the side frame
Attach the side frames to the plywood base with wood glue and 1 1/4" Brad nails.
2Attach the puck goal
Attach the puck goal 4" from the edge of the plywood base with wood glue and 1 1/4" Brad nails.
3Attach the back frame
Attach the back frame to the plywood base and frame sides with wood glue and 1 1/4" Brad nails.
4Prep the surface for painting
- Sand all the boards and the surface of the plywood.
- Take your time and cycle through 80, 100, 150, 220 grits of sand paper. (Avoid using some of the lower grits of sandpaper on the plywood. For the plywood, start with 150 grit.)
5Paint and Seal
Paint the boards to your heart’s content and seal the surface with your favorite top coat. Check out the link in the "Extras" tab for more photos and happy building!
Tags
- Outdoor Games
- Beginner
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