Ryobi DOG HOUSE BRONZE LEVEL, Instructions

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Ridge support
Bevel the top edge of the ridge in both directions to correspond with the roof pitch. This
beveling is safely done by using a planer, with the piece securely clamped in a vice. Attach
the ridge by screwing through the gable end with one 40mm x 8g screw. (No glue*)
Roofing
Begin by screwing the first roof panel to the gable ends. (Work from the bottom up to the
ridge.) The overlap then next panel and screw through both pieces. 40mm x 8 galvanised
screws are used. Repeat this process for the opposite side.
Waterproofing
A small gap is formed where the square edges of the roof panels meet at the ridge.
Squeeze a bead of paintable silicone onto both edges, cut a length of 12.5mm dowel to the
same length as the roof panels and bed it firmly into the silicone. Clean off excess silicone.
Provide some shade
Glue and screw (28 x 8g) the awning cleats to the front panel just above the door
openings. Glue and screw the awning roof panels to the cleats. I decided to bevel these
roof panels as a design feature. This was done with a jigsaw. Then round off the edges
with a trimmer.
Venting
Mark the central position of the vent and the cut-out size. Drill a 10mm starter hole in each
corner and cut out using a recip saw. Install another vent on the back gable end. Attach
with 12mm x 6g pan head self-tapping screws.
Finishing
I reckon my new mates Zoe and Brim will love their new residence! Apply two coats of
your favourite colour of exterior paint and set it down on a couple of bricks in a nice cool
shady spot. The owners are now happy to have their laundry back!
*Gluing the assembly process will not allow for any future disassembly. This may be
required for transportation purposes or even getting down the side of the house.
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Ridge
Angle
Roof
Roof Panel
12.5mm
Dowel
Awning