AU small loft help

[Lofty Pigeon]

Ok I scanned the plans they gave me. Let me know if you need the pics they sent too. I'm going to try to attach them. If this doesn't work then I can upload them somewhere. I'll definitely post pics once this gets started. I love pics too. They had a wire wall on the inside that I don't want to have because it reduces the space. Because of that I think the framing should be more even on the front and back then.

And good advice Dan. One step at a time is probably the best way to aproach this.

[Lofty Pigeon]

So doe these pictures help so I know about how much materials I'll need?

[flitsnowzoom]

Can you take the plans or pictures to a lumber yard so they can help estimate it for you? Sometimes you really have to sort through the wood to get what you need. A good yard will help you pick the right lumber with the least amount of waste. Be sure and tell them it is for housing animals so they won't direct you to the wrong kind of wood.

Has anyone used Trex or those other manufactured wood type projects. People say it's more expensive, but if it can do the job properly, then the long-term savings over resealing, painting etc, may be worth it. I wish I'd insisted on Trex over lumber for my outside decking, because the maintenance is harsh .
You might just ask about that when you go to the yard. Low-maintenance is always appealing and if it does the job and is workable with the birds, it will pay off in the long run, JMO.

[jojo67]

hi des, i have nearly finished my loft it is the redrose starter loft but i add a couple of feet to it and it looks the ticket for starting pigeons. all i can say to you is if you are not sure the way to go about building the loft you should look for a good friend to help hopefully a carpenter. timber is not cheap and the loft could cost you more than you wanted to spend.
i will post picture of my loft here when i get it finished, hope all goes well for you.