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Heavy-Duty Workbench � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �2

Heavy-Duty Shelving Unit � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �4

Work Table � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �6

Outdoor Storage Center � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �8

Over-Car Garage Shelving Unit � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �10

Log Holder � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �12

Outdoor Potting Bench � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �14

Chicken Coop � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �16

Home Project Ideas

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Home Project Ideas Using Simpson Strong-Tie RTC2Z Rigid Tie Connectors ® ® Table of Contents Heavy-Duty Workbench �� 2 Heavy-Duty Shelving Unit �� 4 Work Table �� 6 Outdoor Storage Center �� 8 Over-Car Garage Shelving Unit ��
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BUILD-IT-YOURSELF INSTRUCTIONS TM Heavy-Duty Workbench Building this 4'-wide workbench is fast and easy with 2x4 lumber and Simpson Strong-Tie® Rigid Tie® RTC2Z connectors. Create a sturdy workbench to act as a storage center and workstation. It’s ideal for the garage or basement and can be built in different lengths to accommodate your needs. Check out our installation and building tip videos at diydoneright.com.
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MATERIALS AND CUTTING DIAGRAM TM 2' x 4' Heavy-Duty Workbench FRONT VIEW TOP RAIL SIDE VIEW REAR CORNER POST END RAIL RAIL 58" FRONT CORNER POST 28⅜" 36" 6" 45" 48" 17" 24" FOR THIS PROJECT, YOU WILL NEED: LUMBER (6) – pieces of 2x4 x 8' lumber (1) – 4' x 4' sheet of 5⁄8" plywood (1) – 2' x 4' sheet of ¼" pegboard SIMPSON STRONG-TIE® CONNECTORS (8) – Rigid Tie® RTC2Z connectors FASTENERS (1) – BOX Simpson Strong-Tie #8 x 1¼" wafer-head screws (20) – #6 x 1¼" bugle-head screws (4) – #6 x 2½"
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BUILD-IT-YOURSELF INSTRUCTIONS TM Heavy-Duty Shelving Unit Building this 4'-wide shelving unit is fast and easy with 2x4 lumber and Simpson Strong-Tie® Rigid Tie® RTC2Z connectors. Create an organized, sturdy shelf unit that is ideal for the garage or basement. It can be built in different lengths to accommodate your needs, and is strong enough to hold the heaviest boxes or tools. Check out our installation and building tip videos at www.diydoneright.com.
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MATERIALS AND CUTTING DIAGRAM TM 2' x 4' x 6' Heavy-Duty Shelving Unit FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW 48" 24" 17 ⅝" 21½" 17 ⅝" 21½" 45" RAIL 72" END RAIL FRONT CORNER POST 17 ⅝" 21½" 6" 17" FOR THIS PROJECT, YOU WILL NEED: LUMBER (9) – pieces of 2x4 x 8' lumber (1) – 4' x 8' sheet of 5⁄8" plywood SIMPSON STRONG-TIE® CONNECTORS (16) – Rigid Tie® RTC2Z connectors FASTENERS (2) – BOXES Simpson Strong-Tie #8 x 1¼" wafer-head screws (40) – #6 x 1¼" bugle-head screws CUT FROM 2x4 x 8' LUMBER (8) – 45" R
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A FAST WAY TO CREATE A NEW WORK SPACE TM Work Table Whether you are looking to add work space to your home or college dorm room, building this 4 ft. work table is a breeze with 2x2 lumber and Simpson Strong-Tie® connectors. Create the perfect table to fit your space, customized to fit your needs. Build it in different lengths and widths, and even add more shelves for added storage. Once it’s done, get creative with paint to add some flair.
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MATERIALS AND CUTTING DIAGRAM TM 2 ft. x 4 ft. Work Table FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW END RAIL RAIL CORNER POST 26¾" 36" 7½" 6" 45" 21" 48" 24" FOR THIS PROJECT YOU WILL NEED: LUMBER (5) – pieces of 2x2 8 ft. lumber (1) – 4 ft. x 4 ft.
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A21 Angle ORGANIZE YOUR OUTDOOR TOOLS AND SUPPLIES TM Outdoor Storage Center Need extra storage for your lawn mower or gardening tools and supplies? With Simpson Strong-Tie® connectors, it’s easy for you to get all of your outdoor goods organized. This sturdy storage center can be completed, from start to finish, in just one day. Check out our installation and building tip videos at diydoneright.com. A21 angle H2.
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MATERIALS AND CUTTING DIAGRAM TM Outdoor Storage Center SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW 96" 46" 23¼" 24" 24" 23¼" RAFTER BLOCKING 93" 22½" LONG FRONT RAIL 92 ⁄8" 5 VERTICAL CORNER POST 26" 31½" LONG BACK RAIL 85" RAFTER 41½" SHORT FRONT RAIL 60" SIDE RAIL 21¼" 36" 13" 10" 38" FOR THIS PROJECT YOU WILL NEED: LUMBER (18) – pieces of 2x4 8 ft. lumber (1) – 4 ft. x 4 ft. sheet of 5⁄8" plywood (1) – 4 ft. x 8 ft.
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EXTRA STORAGE MADE EASY TM Over-Car Garage Shelving Unit You can find extra storage on the back wall of your garage by using the space above your car’s hood. This simple, unique way of building a strong storage unit is fast and easy with 2x4 lumber and Simpson Strong-Tie® Rigid Tie® RTC2Z connectors. Custom size the width and depth to fit your particular storage needs and still have plenty of room for your vehicle. Check out our installation and building tip videos at diydoneright.com.
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MATERIALS AND CUTTING DIAGRAM TM 8 ft. x 2 ft. Over-Car Garage Shelving Unit Note: Verify vehicle width and hood height before finalizing design. SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW 24" 96" FRONT RAIL 341⁄2" FRONT CORNER POST 72" 25" 34" (shown) END RAIL Change this dimension (floor to first front rail) as needed to accomodate your vehicle 12" 107⁄16" 17" 93" FOR THIS PROJECT YOU WILL NEED: LUMBER (10) – pieces of 2x4 8 ft. lumber (1) – 4 ft. x 8 ft.
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STACK LOGS NEAT AND CLEAN TM Log Holder This sturdy log holder makes stacking easier and keeps your firewood organized and off the ground. Use 2x4 preservative-treated lumber with Simpson Strong-Tie® Rigid Tie® RTC2Z connectors to build this log holder any size you need in less than an hour. Check out our installation and building tip videos at diydoneright.com.
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MATERIALS AND CUTTING DIAGRAM TM Log Holder FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW 47" 8" 50" 15" 30" FOR THIS PROJECT YOU WILL NEED: LUMBER (3) – pieces of 2x4 8 ft. lumber SIMPSON STRONG-TIE® CONNECTORS* (4) – Rigid Tie® RTC2Z connectors FASTENERS (1) – BOX Simpson Strong-Tie® #9x1½" Strong-Drive® SD Connector screws CUT FROM 2x4 x 8' LUMBER (2) – 47" RAILS 47" (3) – 30" CORNER POSTS 30" (2) – 8" ENDRAILS & (1) 30" CORNER POST 30" (1x) 47" 30" 8" (1x) 30" (1x) 8" Use 2x4 8 ft.
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CREATE A ONE-STOP SPOT FOR GARDENING TM Outdoor Potting Bench Building your own 4 ft. wide potting bench that includes a soil bin for potting or re-potting plants is fast and easy with 2x4 lumber and Simpson Strong-Tie® Rigid Tie® RTC2Z connectors. Create this sturdy potting bench with cedar, redwood or preservative-treated wood with a wood stain for a natural look, or use nontreated lumber and protect and personalize it with your favorite paint color.
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MATERIALS AND CUTTING DIAGRAM TM Outdoor Potting Bench (2 ft. x 4 ft.) SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW 16" 2" Deck-Drive™ DSV Wood screw 75½" 261⁄2" Rigid Tie® RTC2Z Connectors 501⁄2" Overall 24" 243⁄4" 34" #9x11⁄2" Strong-Drive® SD Connector screw 10" 45" 17" 48" 24" 73⁄4" FOR THIS PROJECT YOU WILL NEED: LUMBER* SIMPSON STRONG-TIE® CONNECTORS AND FASTENERS OTHER (7) – pieces of 2x4 8 ft. lumber (3) – pieces of 1x4 8 ft. lumber (1) – piece of 1x6 8 ft. lumber (3) – piece of 1x6 6 ft.
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Give Your Chickens Space and Comfort TM Chicken Coop Provide the space your chickens need to be happy, healthy, comfortable and productive. This customizable coop, built with Simpson Strong-Tie® connectors and fasteners, provides roomy and secure housing for three large birds or numerous smaller ones. Check out our installation and building tip videos at diydoneright.com. Our guidelines provide a starting point for a basic, functional design.
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Give Your Chickens Space and Comfort TM What You Will Need (U) (L) (L) (P) (P) (T) (O) (R) (N) (N) (O) (M) (V) (P) (S) (P) (Q) (P) (M) (P) Hutch (E) (I) (I) (I) (E) (I) (K) (Z) (J) (B) (D) (F) (J) (I) (C) (I) (F) (I) (H) (G) (A) (D) (C) (B) (H) (A) (K) Coop Frame For more inspiration, visit diydoneright.com © 2017 Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc.
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Give Your Chickens Space and Comfort TM What You Will Need SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW 61½" (I) ≠ ≠ (E) ≠ ≠ ≠ ≠ ≠ ≠ (K) ≠ ≠ ≠ ≠ (I) ≠ ≠≠ ≠ ≠ ≠ (K) ≠ ≠ ≠ 72" (Z) (Q) (S) 26½" 35" (J) (J) ≠ ≠ ≠ ≠ ≠ ≠ ≠ ≠ ≠ 68½" (J) ≠ ≠ ≠ 12" (U) 27" (J) (D) (B) 77" ≠ ≠ (I) ≠ ≠ ≠ ≠ ≠ ≠ ≠ (B) (B) 65° (C) 25" (G) 26½" 33" (K) ≠ ≠ ≠ (K) ≠ (H) ≠ ≠ ≠ ≠ 3½" (A) ≠ 77" (B) 2. It is recommended that water-resistant lumber such as redwood or cedar is used.
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Give Your Chickens Space and Comfort TM What You Will Need INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Plywood 4' x 8' x ½" • ASSEMBLE COOP Assemble coop sidewall using pieces (A) through (G), RTC22, RTA2Z and RTC2Z connectors as shown. Repeat for other coop sidewall. Join coop walls using two cross pieces (H), seven cross pieces (I) and RTA2Z connectors. 48" • ATTACH HUTCH SHEATHING Cut hutch floor (V) and roof (U) from ½" plywood. Cut hutch sloped sides (T, S) from siding. Cut hutch square sides (Q, R) from siding.