Lauan is almost always 4' wide (close enough), and often over 8 or 10' depending what you order. Never route the lauan sides, unless they're 1/4" wide, and you're compelled to run it through a table saw. You'll often leave gaps between flats which cause painters bondo hell when attached side by side, and only trim tops/bottoms if flats are being stacked for height. But think twice (ask boss for their actual application) before doing so. Look at the plans.
@RickM1953 If it's a TV style flat it would have a jack screwed to it on the backside that is either screwed to the floor, or sandbagged. A jack is essentially a wood "L" with a diagonal brace connecting both parts and a gusset at the joint.
Lauan is almost always 4' wide (close enough), and often over 8 or 10' depending what you order. Never route the lauan sides, unless they're 1/4" wide, and you're compelled to run it through a table saw. You'll often leave gaps between flats which cause painters bondo hell when attached side by side, and only trim tops/bottoms if flats are being stacked for height. But think twice (ask boss for their actual application) before doing so. Look at the plans.
laaxe 3 months ago
Thank you for these videos. They are thorough, clear and really, really helpful.
ke11yismyname 7 months ago
How do you brace them in the upright position on stage?
RickM1953 11 months ago
@RickM1953 If it's a TV style flat it would have a jack screwed to it on the backside that is either screwed to the floor, or sandbagged. A jack is essentially a wood "L" with a diagonal brace connecting both parts and a gusset at the joint.
ChrisNuccio 10 months ago