As a kid I always always wanted a tree house and it is my dream to build one for my kids. However, first you need a tree. Until we get a good one in the yard, it will remain a dream but go ahead a look at the windows. Do you have a great tree in your yard?
Here’s What You Need
Materials:
Circular or hand saw
Power drill with a philips screw bit
Level
6″-8″ screws or nails (nails are stronger) for the frame
3″ screws for the deck
2 – 6 foot 2″x6″ pieces
2 – filler pieces of 2″x6″
8 – 4′ decking pieces or 1″x6″
Small cut branch logs
1. Attach Foundation – Choose a tree that is strong, but not too thick and with branches that start a little higher up. With your two main pieces ready (undercut the ends to give it a more svelte appearance), attach one to the flattest part of the tree and then the other opposite. I did 6′ from the ground, but lower would be better for smaller children (Ursula is 6 yrs old).
Use only one screw in each so that you can adjust them to get them level with one another before putting in four more screws. It’s easier and better to use a level, but I didn’t have one and just eyed it.
2. Insert Cross Braces – This design is pretty minimal and not meant to carry big people, but I was surprised with how strong it was after sinking ten screws in the sides and then putting the cross brace pieces in as well. After you measure the width, cut two cross braces and slide them in between your foundation pieces. Then screw into tree (5 screws) as well as into the foundation (2 screws). Now you have a sold box going around the tree to hold your platform up and steady.
3. Lay Deck – After cutting your deck pieces to 4′ lengths, space them out evenly on top and screw in. I chose to use less pieces and leave gaps in the floor because I thought it would remain cleaner and be lighter. I also think it looks better visually and is less likely to become an eyesore. This is a simple tree house after all, which in my mind means light, quick and more natural.
4. Add Extra Deck – It’s up to you, but we chose to add a few more pieces of decking to make it easier to move around the tree. While the gap on the other side of the tree serves as an entrance, this side connects the back room to the front room.
5. Install Staircase – Using small logs from a recently cut down tree, I screwed the steps in running up the tree, using a bunch of screws from left to right, as these get a lot of pressure on them. The nice, round surface is ideal for bare feet, and not using lumber softens it visually as well.
6. Decorate – Colorful throw rugs are ideal for covering your deck.
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