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Before you start building scaffolding, you need to decide what material it will be made from, and what type of scaffolding (more precisely, the method of fastening) you actually need.

Today there are two materials from which you can make scaffolding with your own hands. It is either wood or metal. Respectively, ready-made designs can be either metal or wood. But if we consider the methods of fastening the elements of these scaffoldings, then there will be more varieties. This:

• Frame scaffolding. They are in demand when carrying out plastering work.
• Wedge scaffolding is indispensable when working with heavy loads, and they can be easily disassembled.
• Clamp scaffolding - used when working on objects with complex configurations.
• Pin scaffolding. This variety is especially popular because such scaffolding is quickly assembled and disassembled.

Having decided on the varieties, you can move on to the question of whether it is worth building even the simplest scaffolding with your own hands, or whether you should still entrust this task to masters of their craft. In the case where your solution is clearly economical, you can look detailed photos and video ideas on how to quickly and efficiently assemble scaffolding yourself. By the way, there you will find a hint on how to store them later, or dismantle this structure until the next use.

Scaffolding drawings

In general, you need to understand that when assembling scaffolding with your own hands, drawings can significantly simplify the task. Acting according to existing scheme, you will quickly cope with the installation. The only thing you need to understand is that any forest consists of elements such as:

• main racks;
• horizontal and diagonal struts necessary for structural strength;
• floor lintels;
• board flooring (support) on which a person must stand;
• reliable stops;
• mandatory fencing to avoid falling from a height;
• stepladder for lifting to the desired height.

As you can see, it is not so difficult to master and assemble scaffolding with your own hands. But is this really advisable? Indeed, in most cases, these structures are not some kind of trestle-platforms, but serious structures designed to perform heavy work at a certain height.

Scaffolding assembly instructions

In this case, scaffolding involves the use wooden materials, since few people would think of assembling metal scaffolding, unless they are ready-to-assemble elements that are small in size.

And wooden scaffolding made by yourself can be useful only for work at a level not exceeding the second floor and mainly for carrying out facade repair work. Their use in more difficult conditions and under heavy loads may not only be impossible, but also dangerous. However, so that you do not get confused in the assembly steps, we suggest that you use the assembly instructions for the simplest design.

First of all, you should remember the approximate values. Namely:

1. The distance between the posts should not exceed two to two and a half meters.
2. The width of the flooring for work must be at least a meter.
3. The total height of the structure should be no more than six meters.

And now - let's get to work! In order to begin assembly, you need to prepare everything in advance necessary materials. These will be:

• Boards with a thickness of at least fifty millimeters and a width of at least one hundred mm. You can replace them with 10x10 timber or round timber for stops and racks.
• Boards for fencing and spacers. Their thickness should be at least thirty millimeters.
• Boards for flooring and lintels - 50 mm thick.
• Nails. But don’t try to replace them with self-tapping screws - they are not reliable comrades in this matter.

1. Observing all the distances that were indicated a little above, fasten the four posts on all four sides using the existing diagonal spacers.

During construction or finishing of a house you cannot do without scaffolding. To build them, you don’t have to turn to professionals; you can easily do everything yourself. The structure can be erected either from wood or from a profile pipe. The first structures will be disposable, but the second ones can be used a large number of once. Next, we’ll look at how to properly build both types of scaffolding with your own hands.

What does the structure consist of?

Before proceeding to the construction of scaffolding, it is necessary to clearly determine what elements they consist of. So, the design includes:

various braces that give rigidity to the structure;

floor crossbars;

boards that will serve as the floor of each floor;

supports that will give stability;

fencing;

staircase for ascending to the floors of a structure.

A homemade structure – isn’t it dangerous?

It’s very easy to make scaffolding yourself, but is it worth it? First of all, I would like to note that this is not a small portable structure, but a rather voluminous structure, which then needs to be stored somewhere. Even if it is disassembled, the existing boards and pipes will need to be attached somewhere. It’s good if the house can be heated with wood, then it can be useful, but if not, the wood will simply deteriorate over time. With metal scaffolding, everything is somewhat simpler - they can be rented out, but again, if there is a demand for them.

It is also worth noting that the use of hand-made structures is possible no higher than the second floor. The construction of scaffolding, especially of wood, at a higher height can be hazardous to health. In addition, you need to understand that if the structure will no longer be used, is it worth spending a lot of time on its construction? It might be easier to rent. Having assessed all of the above, you can decide whether homemade scaffolding is needed during the construction or renovation of a house. If the answer is yes, it will be necessary to create drawings where not only appearance design, but also indicates the amount of material required.

Installation of a wooden structure

In order to create a structure made of wood, you will need to prepare the following materials:

wooden boards for racks approximately 5x10 centimeters thick;

boards for the floor and crossbars 5 centimeters thick;

wooden boards for fencing and braces with a thickness of at least 3 centimeters;

In this case, the step between the posts should be approximately 2.3 meters, the width of the floor, in order for it to be safe to walk on, should be at least 1 meter, and the height of the structure should be no more than 5 meters. So, in order to create scaffolding from boards with your own hands you need:

use braces to fasten four posts together;

secure the crossbars at the required height;

fasten the boards that serve as the floor to the crossbars;

attach boards that will act as a fence;

install supports;

fix the ladder in the right place;

check the drawings.

All work on creating a structure made of wood is carried out only with the help of nails and a hammer (see video).

Metal structure

A structure made from a profile pipe is more reliable than a structure made from boards. When building a structure, it is necessary to take into account that the dimensions of one section should be approximately 1.5x1x1.6 meters (see photo). You also need to prepare materials such as:

pipe for supports with a cross section of 3x3 centimeters and a length of 1.5 meters;

pipe for braces with a diameter of 1.5 centimeters;

pipe for connections with a cross section of 2.5x2.5 centimeters;

the floor is made of boards about 5 centimeters thick and approximately 2 meters long;

So, in order to create a structure from a profile pipe you need:

cut pipes for braces for horizontal elements of 1 meter and for vertical elements of 2 meters;

cut two-meter braces at each end, which will greatly simplify their fastening;

connect two supports to each other with horizontal braces, the distance between which should be approximately 30 centimeters;

secure the connecting elements;

drill holes for bolts on the braces and supports;

assemble the structure from a profile pipe to the end;

clean the structure and paint it;

check the available drawings.

How to do without forests?

It is worth thinking about scaffolding even at the stage of creating house drawings, but if this does not happen, what is the right thing to do? If the construction or finishing work of the building is carried out by professionals, then there is no need to think about them, because every team should have such structures. If they have a chance self-construction lost or no more work is planned where they might be needed, the structure can easily be rented.

But in order for scaffolding to really no longer be needed, all finishing work must be carried out immediately to the highest possible quality. For example, it is better to use as finishing materials facing brick or other similar ones, because, for example, plaster and siding will require additional attention.

Even a one-story residential building or outbuilding is problematic to build without platforms or scaffolding. Some kind of elevation is still needed and it would be absolutely correct if it were good scaffolding. They will ensure safety on the construction site and high speed of work, not to mention the convenience of foremen and helpers. It’s not always profitable to rent, much less buy, spatial structures for construction, so let’s try to save money.

What are they and why are they needed?

Building scaffolding with your own hands will not pose any difficulties, but they can solve a lot of issues related to the construction of walls, roofing, and façade finishing. The price of metal scaffolding is about 200 rubles per square meter. On the one hand, not so much, but on the other hand, why buy if home-made ones are three times cheaper in cost, and no worse in quality and functionality, if you adhere to certain rules and regulations.

The main task of scaffolding is to provide the ability to work at a certain height. In this case, safety and convenience are considered first. Regardless of the design and height, or the material, scaffolding must be equipped with either handrails or mesh, be easy to install and compact during storage and transportation. There is no need to reinvent the bicycle, everything has already been invented before us and is described in GOSTs and standards.

Parameters and characteristics of wooden and metal structures

Before choosing a material for scaffolding, you need to decide on its size, taking into account the requirements building codes. They are worth observing, if only for the reason that, first of all, they are designed to take care of our safety. First of all, before the actual construction of the structure, a drawing is made taking into account the following parameters:

• the maximum height of the spatial structure should not exceed six meters;
• any scaffolding rests on posts, the distance between which must be at least two meters;
• the workspace, regardless of height, must be at least a meter wide; this is necessary both for ease of work and to prevent tools and materials from falling.

The following options are considered to help avoid extra costs material. For example, from an ergonomic point of view, it is most convenient to work when the working area is 40 cm below the thoracic region. Therefore, it is at this distance that the lowest platform should be installed. The second level platform is located at a height of 175 to 200 cm from the level of the first platform. It is also worth considering a system of braces or fixing to the wall, which will prevent the structure from moving away from the surface being treated. Now, armed with general parameters and drawing up a drawing, we begin to assemble the scaffolding from wood or metal.

Collecting metal scaffolding

Frame metal structure With wooden flooring- this is what you need for private construction. Such scaffolding is cheaper than clamp scaffolding, more expensive than wooden scaffolding, but is stronger and can be used many times. Framed metal scaffolding consists of sections of 2x2x1 m. The dimensions can be changed within the acceptable limits, which we have already discussed. To assemble the scaffolding you will need the following materials:

• pipe 30 mm;
• pipe 15 mm;
• sorokovka edged board;
• attached assembly ladder;
• threaded fasteners;
• grinder, drill, welding, building level and the simplest metalworking tool.

Installation of metal scaffolding is carried out in several stages:

• Making spacers from 15 mm pipe. A spacer made of a thinner pipe will help maintain the rigidity of the structure without making it too heavy. Transverse (horizontal) struts must be at least a meter long, and diagonal ones - 2 m. The cut pipes are flattened at both ends, after which a hole is drilled in the deformed ends corresponding to the diameter of the hardware.
• Manufacturing of adapters. In order to be able to increase vertical supports in height, it is necessary to make adapters that will be inserted into the racks and the continuation of the vertical rack will be placed on them. The number of adapters is calculated depending on the height of the scaffolding. For their manufacture, a 25x25 mm profile is used, the length is about 300 mm; for fixing, a coupling 6-8 cm long from a 30x30 profile is put on the adapter.

Assembling the frame and flooring

1. Each vertical post is connected by horizontal jumpers, which are welded every 30-35 cm.
2. Support plates in the form of a square with a side of 70-80 mm are welded to the lower ends of the support posts so that the structure does not fall into the ground.
3. Every two racks are installed vertically strictly according to a plumb line or level. Diagonal struts are fitted to them. A marker marks the drilling locations. Drill holes in the spacers and in the racks for the bolt.
4. From boards 40 mm thick, boards are assembled along the length of the section, knocked down on the back side and reinforced so that there is no deflection.
5. Along the edges of the flooring, a U-shaped profile is fixed with self-tapping screws to the size of the cross member on a vertical stand.
6. The laid flooring will be fixed with a U-shaped profile, which will prevent the shield from moving.

Now all that remains is to treat the new scaffolding with an anti-corrosion compound, primer and, if desired, paint it. The structure is completely ready for use. Happy construction everyone!

All high-altitude work are characterized by increased complexity, and without special devices in this case it is definitely not possible. One of them is scaffolding. Their price is calculated in rubles/m², and even for the cheapest set (frame) it is about 140 - 145. Besides, where to put it then? Renting can also be expensive (from 55) if repairs or construction take a long time, which is what usually happens in practice.

Plus - there are some problems with transporting forests, since personal transport is not suitable for these purposes. In the field of low-rise development (for the private sector) optimal solution- make them yourself.

There are opinions that it is better (and cheaper) to rent metal and wood scaffolding than to assemble it yourself. The main argument is that purchasing pipes will cost more. And such judgments are supported by economic calculations. Apparently, the authors of such comments live in city apartments and have a rather vague idea of ​​what it means to maintain their home in proper condition (both the facade and the premises, the height of which, as a rule, exceeds the standard). But the owner has to do this regularly.

Moreover, the combination of materials such as metal (skeleton) and boards (flooring at each level) is considered optimal. One of the advantages wooden scaffolding in that (second – low final cost), that the structure after completion of construction (repair) is easily disassembled, and the material is used for other economic purposes. But there is also a significant drawback - a limitation in carrying capacity.

That is, such a device can only carry out work such as facade decoration (painting, siding), ceiling treatment, plastering and a number of others. During the construction brickwork or when several people are at a height at the same time, wooden scaffolding is unsuitable. But the assembly of pipes and boards is universal in use.

The only difficulty is in making the right choice options for scaffolding and the method of fastening all structural elements. The cost of manufacturing such multi-level scaffolds is justified only if they can be disassembled and stored in a shed (on site or somewhere else) until the next use. But spending money on a non-separable, welded model is irrational, and hardly anyone will do it. It is impossible not to take into account such factors as the complexity of manufacturing, the strength of the structure and its stability.

Brief description of types of scaffolding

Clamps. Plus - the ability to change the geometry of the skeleton along any of the axes. The downside is the difficulty of installing/dismantling the structure. In addition, if necessary, increase bearing capacity you will have to buy fastening elements. In this case, wire alone, especially rope, is not enough.

Wedges. They differ from all similar models in increased reliability and durability. But manufacturing costs are immeasurably higher (primarily for holders). For the private sector this is not the best option.

Pin. Plus – light weight with the ability to withstand significant loads; ease of assembly (albeit relative). Disadvantage: high cost; high blood pressure on the ground. To ensure sustainability, a number of additional measures need to be taken. In the private sector, such forests are usually not used. The main reason is the complexity of manufacturing. This requires precise calculations and a welding machine.

Frame. Plus, the weight of the structure is small, but with proper drawing and assembly, such scaffolding can “carry” a load of up to 200 kg/m². The height limit is 50 m for a private building of great importance does not have. It is this model in the field of individual development that is considered the best.

What you will need

It is pointless to designate the exact linear quantities of structural elements - they simply cannot exist. The dimensions of scaffolding are selected based on the specifics of the work being carried out, the availability of space for their installation, the number of craftsmen simultaneously at height, and a number of other parameters.

All numerical values ​​are in mm.

According to the material:

• Duralumin. It costs less than steel, but such scaffolding is only suitable for low structures used for finishing works. They are not suitable for masonry construction due to their low load-bearing capacity.
• Steel. Such scaffolding for the private sector is universal in application. The explanation is quite clear - high strength and reliability of the frame.

By section:

• Vertical racks. Profile pipe 30 x 30.
• Spacers (diagonal, horizontal). Round pipe 15.
• Inserts (supports for fencing and decking). Profile 25 x 25.

To ensure sufficient strength of scaffolding decks - not lower than forty.

• Length – from 1600 to 2000.
• Width – within 1000.
• Height – 1550.

Those home craftsmen who for some reason are not satisfied with the given dimensions can take the following drawings as a basis.

Fasteners

• Bolts + nuts + washers + screws - for fastening metal elements.
• Self-tapping screws (for metal) – for fixing the boards at the place of installation.

Main stages of production

Preparing parts. First the pipes are cut. Even if a drawing has been drawn up, there is no need to rush with the boards. After assembling the scaffolding skeleton, their dimensions will still have to be clarified. This will get rid of extra work, if it is necessary to adjust pre-prepared flooring elements to the location. ends round pipes(about 80) are flattened so that you can then drill holes for fasteners. To facilitate such “pressing”, it is worth making an axial cut (metal cut) to the specified length.

• Preparation of “horizontals”. Before using them in the frame assembly, inserts from the profile should be welded to each pipe in the places indicated in the drawing.
• Preparation of “verticals”. To ensure greater stability of the racks, a so-called mounting heel is welded on one end of each. Although it can be made removable - plate + profile section.
• Drilling holes in structural elements. Special attention– vertical and horizontal (racks, lintels). Mismatches will lead to distortions. Therefore, the part will definitely have to be changed, and this is an irrational use of materials.
• Setting up racks. The main thing at this stage is to maintain their compliance vertical plane. The slightest distortion will significantly complicate the further assembly of scaffolding and will sharply reduce its load-bearing capacity. And it’s unlikely to make them more comfortable to work with. That is why all horizontal ties must be extremely identical (in length).
• Strengthening the structure. For this, diagonal spacers are used. The peculiarity of their fastening is symmetry. If this condition is met, then the entire load on the scaffolding will be distributed more evenly over the entire area.
• Making stairs. The practice of using homemade scaffolding shows that portable models are preferable to stationary ones. For efficient work(in relation to the private sector) one removable staircase is quite enough. It is small in size and can be easily removed and installed in another place if necessary. The material is the same - pipe.
• Construction of scaffolding. The boards are stacked in last resort, after final adjustment to size. They are attached to welded inserts with self-tapping screws.

To ensure maximum stability of scaffolding it is necessary:

• prepare “shoes” with the help of which the structure is leveled at the installation site. It’s easy to make them from boards with your own hands; preferably several pieces and different thicknesses. In the future, this will simplify the process of adjusting the position of the scaffolding relative to the ground;
• treat the soil in the area where they are planned to be used. It is leveled (if necessary) and compacted. This ensures that during the work there will be no shrinkage of the soil (under load) and distortion of the scaffolding.
• Most often, one section is not enough. In this case, more is done - two, three. To connect them into a single assembly, it is necessary to prepare adapters. The same profile (30 x 30) is suitable, which is cut into pieces of 100 and welded to the racks. To fix the sections, you can use U-shaped metal earrings. To make the connection as reliable as possible, you should also take a pipe for them, but with a slightly smaller cross-section (25 x 25) or diameter.

If you carefully look at the manufacturing process, it turns out that there is nothing complicated in assembling scaffolding. The main thing is correct calculation and accuracy.

Before you make scaffolding with your own hands, evaluate all the advantages and disadvantages of this structure. Although such homemade auxiliary structures at a construction site help save money, their safety and practicality remain in question. In our article we will tell you how to make wooden scaffolding and carry out comparative analysis traditional inventory forests and these structures.

In the photo, do-it-yourself scaffolding

Construction methods

By making temporary structures yourself, you can build several types of auxiliary products, which will differ both in purpose and in the materials used for production. Depending on the area of ​​use, homemade scaffolding is divided into:

• structures for repair and finishing work with a small load on the flooring;
• products to perform masonry work with high load capacity.

Depending on the materials, handmade woods are:

• metal;
• wooden.

We will consider the manufacturing process of each type of scaffolding separately. But in any case, the greatest attention must be paid to the safety of auxiliary structures. If the scaffolding manufacturing process was carried out according to all the rules, then there is no doubt about the reliability and functionality of the scaffolding. Before you make scaffolding with your own hands, you need to study regulatory documentation, because this type of temporary structures must necessarily comply with GOSTs and SNiPs.

Of course, you can buy homemade scaffolding, but this way you cannot be 100% sure of the quality of the materials used to assemble the scaffolding, their reliability and compliance with the requirements of current regulatory documents.

DIY scaffolding made of wood

The most important thing in the manufacture of wooden scaffolding is maintaining the verticality of the rack elements or desired angle tilt in the manufacture of low structures from boards. In any case, when making scaffolding from boards with your own hands, you must adhere to this rule. This is the only way you can be sure of the stability and safety of the structure.

In the photo, do-it-yourself scaffolding from boards

For the manufacture of vertical load-bearing elements For such structures, it is better to take boards 4 cm thick. But when using 100x100 mm timber, the structure will be much stronger and more reliable. To ensure that the product is stable and cannot accidentally fold during operation, it is better to use double diagonal braces in each span. It is better to mount diagonals so that they are fixed to several racks and to the walls of the object at once.

Homemade wooden scaffolding has one undeniable advantage - the scaffolding material can be used for other purposes after dismantling the structure. But do not forget that renting scaffolding will allow you to save your money and time, and also get the most durable, stable and safe structure that fully complies with all the requirements of regulatory documentation.

Step-by-step instructions for assembling wooden scaffolding

The attached drawings for DIY wooden scaffolding will help you better understand the process. We carry out the work in this order:

We have already figured out how to make scaffolding with our own hands from wood, all that remains is to calculate the consumption of materials. Of course, in each specific case, the calculation must be carried out taking into account the dimensions of the temporary structure. To give you an idea of ​​the amount of materials, we will provide a calculation for a structure measuring 300x200x40 cm. So, you will need 6 meters edged boards with a cross-section of 20x4 cm for assembling the working flooring, as well as 36 m of timber with a cross-section of 150x100 mm for the manufacture of support posts. We can then calculate the total cost of homemade scaffolding based on the price of one cubic meter wood

A video on how to build scaffolding with your own hands will help you better understand the assembly process.

In the photo, do-it-yourself scaffolding made of wood

DIY scaffolding made from pipes

To execute this type auxiliary structures with your own hands, you must use steel pipes diameter 4-6 cm with large thickness walls. To connect tubular elements into one structure, you can use clamp fasteners. Detailed drawings for do-it-yourself scaffolding made from pipes can be found on the Internet.

Typically, homemade temporary steel structures are no more than 6-8 m high, since difficulties arise in purchasing and delivering a long pipe to the installation site. Insignificant height is, perhaps, the main disadvantage of self-made metal scaffolding. If you need to do work at height, it is much easier to buy or rent ready-made factory scaffolding.

DIY scaffolding drawings

Making scaffolding with your own hands is justified only when constructing a small country house, dacha or cottage. For professional developers and large construction companies it is most advisable to purchase ready-made kits auxiliary equipment, which will be durable, reliable and safe, and most importantly, can be reused.

You can also weld metal scaffolding with your own hands rather than fasten it with clamps. However, in this case you lose. Firstly, the structure cannot be disassembled for storage or for transportation to a new location. Secondly, the resulting rigid scaffolding structure cannot be adjusted to the characteristics of the object under construction: it is impossible to change the height of the flooring or change the pitch of the posts.

But if you are going to make frame scaffolding with your own hands, then welding may be needed to make frame structural elements. You can also find drawings online that explain how to make your own pin scaffolding.

What to choose?

To understand what is better, do-it-yourself scaffolding or ready-made traditional temporary structures, you need to know the features of the object under construction and the purpose of the scaffolding. If it is necessary to erect a large structure, a large team of workers will work, and significant loads on the flooring are expected, then it is much better and safer to use a factory set of auxiliary structures. Moreover, scaffolding for rent also allows you to save money, just like structures made by yourself.

Scaffolding from pallets with your own hands

Do-it-yourself scaffolding: advantages

• Saving. A set of ready-made scaffolding costs at least 150 rubles. per square meter of equipment. Homemade scaffolding will cost much less, especially if you have the materials to make it.
• If you require temporary structures for one-time use during construction own home, then hand-made scaffolding for a dacha will be the best option.
• You can make stronger scaffolding with your own hands from a profile pipe. However, this is only justified if you have the materials. It is not profitable to specifically buy a pipe and make scaffolding out of it, especially since you can always rent such equipment.
• Another opportunity to save money could be the purchase of ready-made homemade scaffolding. For example, there are reviews that do-it-yourself Armenian scaffolding is distinguished by its reasonable price and excellent quality.

Disadvantages of homemade scaffolding:

From the proposed photos you can understand how to make scaffolding with your own hands. But let's list all the disadvantages of such auxiliary structures:

• Factory scaffolding can be assembled and dismantled in a couple of hours. The homemade scaffolding can take a whole day to assemble.
• Difficulties in constructing scaffolding with your own hands are not in their favor. In traditional steel structures, all components are calculated and thought out to the smallest detail. In addition, attached detailed instructions assemblies.
• The weight of wooden homemade scaffolding is much greater than that of prefabricated steel structures.

How to make scaffolding with your own hands (video):