Materials
3/4" plywood, 2x4 pieces, 4x4 legs, joists at 24" apart
What are the measurements of a platform?
a set of steps leading from one floor of a building to another, typically inside the building
What are stairs?
the wood surrounding a flat; the outside
What is a frame?
1 5/8" screws are used for this frame
What is the length of a screw for a flat frame?
most common measurements of the frames of flats and platforms
What is 8' x 4'?
1/4" lauan plywood, toggles 32" apart, frame is normally 8'x4'
What are the measurements of a flat?
reusable, vertical surface intended for temporary use
What is a flat?
the front part of a flat; the part the audience sees
What is facing?
3/4" drywall screws or narrow crown staples are used to prevent warping in this structure
What screw is used for flat facing?
this is needed when a platform is over 30" tall
What are guardrails?
length of the tread and length of the step are called this
What are rises and runs?
reusable raised walking surface intended for temporary use
What is a platform?
used for support of a flat; 32 inches apart
What are toggles?
3" screws
What screw is used in a platform frame?
item or prop used to enhance a production
What is a costume?
the part of the stair you stand on
What is a tread?
tiny tools that hold the framework; used with a drill
What is a screw?
material used to support the legs of a platform when they are taller than 2 feet
What are cross braces?
1 5/8" screws, spaced 24" apart
What screws are used for a platform top surface?
a power tool used to create holes and put screws in wood
What is a drill?
outer part of a stair used to support a structure
What is a stringer?
tiny tools that hold the framework; used with a hammer
What are nails?
the sides of the frame on a flat or platform; on the left and right sides
What are Stiles?
two 3/8" diameter hex head bolts are used, secured with a nut and two washers
What size bolts and materials are used for platform legs?
type of plywood used as the facing form flats, 1/4" thick
What is lauan?