Tree house question-
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I am looking to build (finally) a treehouse for my sons. I have leftover materials from many projects so I think it should be interesting. I was wondering if anyone had any pictures of a 10 x 10 or larger treehouse that you have built with a porch on it. I am looking to show my family what it looks like before I get started on it.
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The key is how you attach the lumber to the tree. You don't want to hurt the tree or to create liability if the treehouse should fall or come apart. Dr Kim Coder at UGA wrote a good guide at http://www.walterreeves.com/how-to-archive/treehouse-building/
Walter Reeves
on Oct 09, 2011
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I am going to build the structure near the tree and have the porch wrap around the tree. I will make sure the footings are clear of the structural root plate and are positioned in between roots. I will take a look at the article-thanks Walter!
SawHorse Design Build
on Oct 09, 2011
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Thanks Belle- I am looking for more examples similar to the last picture. That is the design that best fits our backyard.
SawHorse Design Build
on Oct 09, 2011
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Nothing like you are looking for but I thought these were some great treehouses. http://freshome.com/2008/01/08/top-8-most-amazing-tree-houses
Kevin M. Veler, Law Office of
on Oct 09, 2011
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Now THERE'S some innovative abodes Belle! I'd take almost anyone as a fun summer getaway! Neat-O JL
JL Spring & Associates
on Oct 09, 2011
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There was a great article in Southern Living about treehouses written this past year. They had referenced a gentleman or two who sold sketches to treehouses. Might be worth looking into.
Laura M Brizes
on Aug 12, 2012
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Thanks for the reference. I have been looking at other structures for inspiration as well as balancing what materials that I have access to. Right now I am trying to incorporate some Marvin windows that I found into the wall sections.
SawHorse Design Build
on Aug 13, 2012
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