Large Double Dog Kennel Plans & Instructions
Designed to comfortably house two large sized dogs (50lb+), while keeping them separated. Top is wide enough to hold a large TV and decors. This is a great showpiece for the living room, and can be stained or painted to match rest of the furniture. The cost of construction materials for this project is about $225, including hardware.
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Material and Cut List
(A) 2 – 2×4 Lumber: 7′-2″
(B) 3 – 2×4 Lumber: 22″
(C) 2 – 1×3 Lumber: 7′-0″
(D) 11 – 1×3 Lumber: 24 1/2″
(E) 6 – 1×3 Lumber: 25 1/2″
(F) 5 – 1×6 Lumber: 7′-0″
(F) 1 – 1×3 Lumber (ripped down to 2″): 7′-0″
(G) 4 – 1×3 Lumber: 18″
(H) 4 – 1×3 Lumber: 19 1/2″
(I) 8 – 1×6 Lumber: 40 7/8″
(I) 2 – 1×4 Lumber: 40 7/8″
(J) 4 – 2×8 Lumber: 7′-2″
20 – 3/8″ Diameter Rebar: 26 1/2″
6 – 3/8″ Diameter Rebar: 21 1/2″
Rust-Oleum Epoxy Metal Paint
HARDWARE
– (4) 3″ T-Hinge Hardware
– (4) 3″ Barrel Bolts
– 1 1/4″ Pocket Screws
– 2 1/2″ Pocket Screws
– 3/8″ Dowels
PROJECT TOOLS
– Tape Measure
– Pocket-hole Jig
– Cordless Drill
– Miter Saw / Circular Saw
– Screwdriver
– Sandpaper or Sand Block
– Refer to the woodworking tool guide for more information
Step 1
Cut the 2×4 lumbers per cut list dimensions. The bottom frame is made from two 7’-2” 2×4’s and three 22” 2×4’s. Arrange the 2×4’s per layout below. You can use wood glue to assemble each lumber first. Then, drill pocket-holes and use 2 1/2” size screws to secure in place.
All vertical panels will sit directly on top of the bottom frame, with 1” offset from the perimeter edges. Finish building all the panels first before screwing them into the bottom frame, to ensure all the panels fit in place properly. Drill pocket-holes in the 1×3 panels and use 1 1/4” screws to secure to the bottom 2×4 frame.
Step 2
Next, cut 1×3 lumbers per cut list for the front facing panel. You will need two 7’-0” 1×3’s, five 24 1/2” 1×3’s, and eight 26 1/2” rebars. Drill dual pocket-holes on both ends of the 24 1/2” 1×3’s. Only screw into the bottom 7’-0” lumber first. Then, drill 3/8” diameter holes (1” depth) into both the top and bottom lumber to fit the rebar.
Before installing the metal rebars in place, you will need to prepare and paint them to avoid rusting. The best type of pet-friendly paint for metal is the Rust-Oleum Specialty Epoxy Spray Paint, which is ideal for refinishing metal surfaces and provide a durable finish. The process is simple, you can first clean the metal rebars of any dirt or rust, then spray two coats of the epoxy paint directly onto the rebars. Allow 2-4 hours to complete dry before installing them on the kennel doors.
Insert the 3/8” rebars into the holes. Finally, add the top 7’-0” lumber and secure it in place with 1 1/4” pocket screws.
Next, cut 1×3 lumbers per cut list for the side panels. You will need two 25 1/2” 1×3’s, two 24 1/2” 1×3’s, and four 26 1/2” rebars, per panel. Total of three side panels. Drill dual pocket-holes on both ends of the 24 1/2” 1×3’s. Only screw into the bottom lumber first.
The back panel is made up of five 7’-0” 1×6’s and a single 84” x 2” piece. Drill pocket holes per location indicated below, then glue and secure in place with 1 1/4” screws. You can also use other lumber sizes to build this 84” x 29 1/2” back panel.
Step 3
Similarly, the floor panels will be constructed the same way. Cut eight 40 7/8” 1×6’s and two 40 7/8” 1×4’s. Drill pocket-holes and secure each lumber in place with 1 1/4” screws. Insert both floor panels on top of the bottom frame.
Step 4
Next, cut 1×3 lumbers per cut list for the door panels. You will need two 18” 1×3’s, two 19 1/2” 1×3’s, and three 19 1/2” rebars, per door. Two sets of doors total. Similar to the previous panels, drill dual pocket-holes on both ends of the 19 1/2” 1×3’s. Only screw into the bottom lumber first.
Step 5
Next, attach the doors with 3″ T-Hinge Hardware on top and bottom hinge location. Then, install 3″ Barrel Bolts to complete the doors. I found both of these hardware that fits the dimensions on Amazon, links below for reference:
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3″ Barrel Bolts: https://amzn.to/3TcPpBR
Step 6
Finally, cut four 7’-2” 2×8’s for the table top piece. Drill pocket-holes as indicated in the layout below, then use 2 1/2” screws to secure in place. Pocket-hole side will face the bottom side.
Now the kennel is complete, sand and clean off the surface dusts to prepare for staining or painting.
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