How to Build a Wood Backdrop for Events and Balloon Garlands DIY

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2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, here is a video on how I built the Wood Backdrop. If you would like the measurements please see the plans available on Etsy. Thank you so much for supporting this channel.
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@maau6179 2 жыл бұрын

Another great project…Thank you for sharing. I bought the “baby box” plan and yet to start but can’t wait. Thanks for sharing!!

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you so much.

@clav89 2 жыл бұрын

Wow this is smart! Two backdrops in one! Thanks for sharing your knowledge

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting!

@rand3yyyy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all your amazing & detailed videos! Have learned so much and have started my own event props business! Praying for growth in your business, Thank you! 🙌🏼🙏🏼

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Hi thanks so much for watching and commenting. I am glad my videos have helped you and good luck with your new Business. 👍

@andreacline7141 2 жыл бұрын

I really like this wall, so nice to make white or rustic to make it work for just about any event. Thanks

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, It definitely made it worth it to add a white and a rustic backdrop to give people more options when renting. It also made it easy storage wise just with one backdrop! Thanks for commenting!

@marialeonorveragonzales3449 2 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate the way you explain each detail it’s very helpful and clear 🥰

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I am glad my video has helped you.

@queenmiamarie1619 2 жыл бұрын

SUCH A HUGE FAN. Thank you for helping me grow my business🙌🏾

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thanks for watching and commenting!

@adrianaross2575 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks alot for sharing. It is a wonderful backdrop. 😊

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@olafou 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Your welcome, thanks for watching and commenting! I am glad you liked the video.

@derrincaalexander9740 Жыл бұрын

Great video 👌

@MakerDecor Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@VickySanchez8 2 жыл бұрын

We did it! We made our wall with your plans and the wall looked incredible! We got so many compliments at my son’s baptism. The plans were so easy to follow and very detailed. Thank you so much!

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for commenting and I am glad the plans worked out for you. I saw your pic on the Etsy review and it came out awesome!! Thank you for taking the time for the review!

@VickySanchez8 2 жыл бұрын

@@MakerDecor of course! No problem. You’re plans were amazing! They needed a five star review.

@Fabian7024 2 жыл бұрын

Good tips bro 😎

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting!

@stevencloninger1020 2 жыл бұрын

Love this wall. I believe my vertical boards have too much of a gap. I will see once I complete it. I will probably have to attach every horizontal board with a screw. I also used 1 x 12 x 6 boards to save a little cost.

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, I have used any where from 4 to 6 screws usually. Three screws on each side does pretty well. And some times if there's a gap between the boards, you can take them out and try them in a different order. I did have one board that gave me problems. I just used it at the bottom board. And yes, wood has gone up in price, good thinking!

@stevencloninger1020 2 жыл бұрын

@@MakerDecor it actually turned it great. I I just used 1 strip of the 1/8" tempered board on the other side which closed the gap a little. Thank you so much for sharing because I needed this for daughter's graduation party. Maybe I can rent it to pay for it.

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

@@stevencloninger1020 Awesome!

@cassandragarcia4709 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing I always love your work!! 👍🤗

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and commenting!

@mercy1455 2 жыл бұрын

Great contet man. Loving the videos. One question, do you charge by the hour when using your props or do you charge for using your props for the day?

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Hi thanks for watching. We charged by the day for the event.

@1adidasas Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great video! Just making sure I understand. Do you unscrew the screws holding the horizontal boards each time you break it down? Same holes each time?

@MakerDecor Жыл бұрын

I did because I feel safer and didn't mind it. But some have just added a hole for any bolt on the bottom and top. So you don't need a drill and just hand tighten the bolt each time.

@takamsteve1709 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice work there. So we'll detailed👍🏾. How heavy is the wooden backdrop of it has to be carried manually around?

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, the backdrop is meant more to be broken down and setup at each event. So all together will be heavy if tried to pick up and move. That being said, I have had to do this once. We setup at an event and then they wanted it moved 10 ft over. Pshh, so me and another guy put some piece of cardboard under it and slid it together. Since it was screwed together it went smooth. But dont really recommend as it was risky. So it is best to take apart and move. Thanks

@xmelissaalonsox 2 жыл бұрын

This is amazing! Mind sharing about how much would the cost in materials be specially wood only?

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Hi thanks for watching. Pricing is really difficult since lumber prices are different depending on where you are located. I also built this originally over 2 yrs ago and pricing has changed for wood products tremendously. The most costly part will probably be the 1 x 10s solid pine wood. I would look those up in your area and that should give you an idea. Hope this helps, thank you.

@mattweston72 9 ай бұрын

I purchased the plans on etsy and built the wall in about 4 hours start to finish. The plans were clear and easy to follow, I'll be looking for additional projects now!

@MakerDecor 8 ай бұрын

Wow thanks! And quick build, glad I could help. Thank you very much for the support!

@nofunjosh6764 2 ай бұрын

What did it cost you

@mattweston72 Ай бұрын

@@nofunjosh6764 Around $200-250 in material & hardware.

@JulianGuevaraphoto 2 жыл бұрын

For the horizontal panels you do recommend 1in x 6in x 8ft planks or 1 x 10in x 8ft planks?

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

I used the 10 in, but it depends on the style you are going for. 1 x 6 will work and give it a slightly different look. Some people prefer the skinner board style. I suggest looking up pictures and going for the style that you think fits your business best. Thanks

@wendysilvernell3147 Жыл бұрын

What paint sheen did you use? And did you topcoat the white paint with anything? Thanks! We’ve had ours built for a month but still haven’t painted or stained. May just seal the wood on one side because I like the lighter wood.

@MakerDecor Жыл бұрын

Hi, I used behr exterior/ interior high gloss white paint. I did not add a top coat to the paint because I used high gloss which has a glossy top coat. If you do paint, make sure to prime the backdrop before painting as those wood knots over time want to shine through. Also, that is a good idea about just using sealer on the one side. I had thought about having two different stains on the backdrop, lighter and darker. The stain I used was minwax english chestnut I believe. But there are a lot of good stains it can be difficult to choose, lol. Good luck!

@karinamz1673 2 жыл бұрын

Hey! Sorry if this was asked already. I’m just wondering what size screws you used for everything, or did they differ in size for different parts Thanks 😊

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, yes the screws differed in size depending on what I was connecting. I have all the info for screws, wood and dimensions on our Etsy store. The plans have a lot of good info and breaks everything down step by step. Thanks for watching!

@BeBeautifulBeU Жыл бұрын

Hi Ben, love this!! I’m in the decor business. Have all of your Etsy plans been update for construction from decor mindset vs woodwork mind set?

@MakerDecor Жыл бұрын

Hi, yes I try to make sure to think of decor mindset first for the plans. That's why I haven't made some of my builds on Etsy because I feel they need to be made different before I add them to Etsy. Just like one of my candy carts on here. I get a lot of request for it but feel it is not ready yet and need to make lighter and easier to transport before I post it. Hope this helps and thanks for watching!

@mandigirl0815 2 жыл бұрын

So do u nail in the same spot every event ? Or different ? And how many holes does it have now since u started using the wood back drop ? Are they noticable?

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Hi thanks for watching. Yes I use the same spot on the post every time. I use 4 spots, one at the bottom, top and two in the center and it holds together strong. No you can not see the screws because it is small, not noticeable and blends well with rustic look. Even if I use the white wall on the other side. I still only use the screws on the wood rustic side, so the white side stays looking clean. We have used it with multiple events and no problem holding up. Just make sure to use the screws that wont go through to the other White side and its perfect. Thanks for commenting!

@jessicamartinez132 2 жыл бұрын

@@MakerDecor can you do a video of how your break it down?

@jessicamartinez132 2 жыл бұрын

@@MakerDecor i want to make this but will the wood go bad overtime with ech use?

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

@@jessicamartinez132 Hi thanks for watching. We have used this numerous times and do not have any problem. The wood has not gone bad with each use. The wood used is solid wood and not plywood. The wood holds together great. If it was plywood than that might become a problem over time, but this is solid wood. Thanks for your question!

@bpecev 2 жыл бұрын

Looks amazing, what would you say will the cost of the materials be, roughly? TIA

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

@MzKinkyCurl 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this! I have limited space. Is it a way to make this collapsible??

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, thanks for watching. Yes it is collapsible. All the boards in the center come off and you just have the two side posts.

@MzKinkyCurl 2 жыл бұрын

@@MakerDecor thanks so much!!! I need something that virtually pops up or folds up for space and transport purposes. I am a budding picnic stylist low on car space.

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

@@MzKinkyCurl Awesome, yes storage is a big part. Being able to take it apart helps a lot.

@JulianGuevaraphoto 2 жыл бұрын

What stain do you use. I love that colors

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Hi thanks for watching. I used English Chestnut 233 from Min Wax.

@JulianGuevaraphoto 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@JulianGuevaraphoto 2 жыл бұрын

Just ordered the plans can’t wait to use for my photography business

@corinaalanis8994 2 жыл бұрын

did you sand each panel before staining?

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Hi thanks for watching. No I did not sand before staining. I just applied stain and wiped off, one coat.

@TBcraze29 Жыл бұрын

How heavy is this to move when fully assembled? Would this be easily moveable during an event?

@MakerDecor Жыл бұрын

Hi, this is meant to be assembled and not moved once at the location. If it needs to be moved, it is recommended to take apart and move. Not that much work to put together and it is safer. That being said I have moved it, lol. I put some cardboard under the legs and two of us slid it. After we had setup, the customer wanted it like 5ft over, pshhh. It worked out🤣😅

@rexhinapasho6520 2 жыл бұрын

What stain did you use for the darker shade ?

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, thanks for watching. I used Min Wax, English Chestnut 233 from Lowe's. This backdrop had only 1 coat of stain, the more coats the darker it will become. Thanks for messaging.

@elmascabron3104 2 жыл бұрын

Great work, whats the thickness length and width of the base

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Hi thanks for watching. I believe its around 6ft long x 8in? I have the plans available on our Esty store that has all the measurements.

@anthonyh408 Жыл бұрын

Are using crown stapler or Brad nail

@MakerDecor Жыл бұрын

Hi, I am using brad nails

@akmaynard1 2 жыл бұрын

Do you think this would hold a mounted outdoor television @ about 80 lbs?

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Hmmm, I would not think so but I never tried it. But I would not recommend it as these are built more for decorative looks. Thank you for watching!

@serenacorona5829 Жыл бұрын

What's the length of the bottom base (2x8)?

@ElCompaIsmaelVlogs 2 жыл бұрын

👏 awesome…how much do you rent a backdrop like this? Saludos amigo

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. This will vary depending on everybody's location. As some places rent for more and some for less. The wood backdrop by itself we usually rented it for $175 plus a delivery/ setup fee depending on location.

@adventuretimewithbrenda8293 2 жыл бұрын

@@MakerDecor whhere are u located

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

@@adventuretimewithbrenda8293 Hi, San Antonio, TX

@giselamora679 2 жыл бұрын

Alguna lista de todo lo que se utilizo para hacerlo y medidas

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Hola, todo está aquí Etsy www.etsy.com/listing/1123494170/wood-backdrop-plans-with-measurements

@mirandadenise55 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, do you have plans for a arch backdrop?

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Hi thanks for reaching out, I am finishing up some candy carts plans. And then I am working on some round arch plans soon!

@veronicazamora8160 9 ай бұрын

Que medida quedo de alta y de larga

@Patron77770 10 ай бұрын

Any reason why you made it out of pine and not a cheaper material like 1/2” sand ply or other plywood like other backdrops ?

@adrianafernandez5245 2 жыл бұрын

Hola las tiras q le pones enmedio de las 2 tablas gruesas son del grosor de las tablas q van a ir enmedio verdad

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Sí, el del medio tenía el mismo ancho. Las otras piezas más oscuras eran piezas delgadas para asegurar que las tablas se movieran arriba y abajo con facilidad. Si son del mismo tamaño, pueden atascarse algunas veces. Gracias

@heatherheavens9051 2 жыл бұрын

How much can we rent these out for? Do you also charge a delivery/set up fee?

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, sorry for the late reply, just saw your comment. Renting price will vary a lot on location. I would recommend to look in your area to see what other people are renting at and adjust your product prices to theirs to start. And yes always add a delivery/setup fee, in the beginning we did not and it was on us. We quickly added the delivery/setup fee and nobody really questioned and expected it. We were always upfront of all the costs when people would message. So do some research on your transportation cost, time, and what others in you area charge to get started. Thanks for watching!

@NicoleDeMichele-jh6ek Ай бұрын

Hi! What type of wood did you use?

@fernando75ful 7 ай бұрын

What kind of paint and color did you put on it???

@bobbygarcia5702 2 жыл бұрын

what do you think of a Bubble Wall? is it something you could maybe do a " how to video" ?

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, what's a Bubble wall?

@janettex08 Жыл бұрын

Can planks be removed for storage and easier transport?

@MakerDecor Жыл бұрын

Hi, yes they can.

@reesanchez9849 Жыл бұрын

Do you happen to know a total cost estimate?

@lisbetreyes6967 Жыл бұрын

Hi guys I’m a beginner and have zero tools. What saws and drills do you recommended that are beginner friendly? Thank you in advance! All advice is welcome.

@MakerDecor Жыл бұрын

Hi, thanks for watching. I try to keep my tools to a minimum so anybody can build. I do want to do a video on this very topic soon. Some tools I would look into are drill, jigsaw, circular saw, brad nail gun and some basic tools. Such as measuring tape, carpenters square, 4ft level to help draw straight lines and some hearing protectors/ eye protector. Hope this helps and I will make a more indepth video soon!!

@hazeldziruni8480 Жыл бұрын

Can pallets work on this project

@MakerDecor Жыл бұрын

Hi, sorry I do not think so. As it would not work with the measurements I have created for the plan.

@marirodriguez9480 Жыл бұрын

How can you transport this if you put screws on the button?

@MakerDecor Жыл бұрын

Hi, I use screws because I feel it is easier for me. I just take a drill and screw them in and out. Never had a problem. But I have seen a lot of people use bolts all the way though or eye bolts and they just hand tighten together. There is a lot of different options and its what works easiest for you. Thanks for watching.

@sisicimino6606 Жыл бұрын

What is the width of the Masonite board?

@MakerDecor Жыл бұрын

Hi, it is the thin one, 1/8th thick

@luxembroidery7444 2 жыл бұрын

What time of wood did you use the name ?

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, I used basic pine wood also known as common board at some places. Do not use Southern yellow pine. As I do not like the stain it gives, slightly yellow tint. Just the cheapest basic white pine/ common board will do.

@camilarose2555 2 жыл бұрын

How do you move this do you disassemble this?

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, thanks for watching. Yes disassemble for storage and transport.

@mikemerc74 Жыл бұрын

What stain did you use

@MakerDecor Жыл бұрын

English Chestnut

@MonicaRamirez-jb3ch Жыл бұрын

what size measurements is the wood?

@MakerDecor Жыл бұрын

Hi I the backdrop is 8ft x 8ft. I have all the info here www.etsy.com/listing/1123494170/wood-backdrop-plans-with-measurements

@daisyalvarado7225 2 жыл бұрын

How much did you approximately spend?

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, thanks for watching. I do not really have an estimate as I built this originally years ago before recent events have caused lumber to go up dramatically than maybe 2 years ago. Also depending on where you live, purchase lumber and the type of lumber available in your area the prices are different in all locations. For this build I used basic pine board as it is cheap and stains pretty good for the price.

@jasonandhannah4089 Жыл бұрын

I’m not seeing link to Etsy store plans. Can you provide?

@MakerDecor Жыл бұрын

Hi, the links are under the video under show more tab. Here is the link for the wood backdrop www.etsy.com/listing/1123494170/wood-backdrop-plans-with-measurements Thank you!

@jasonandhannah4089 Жыл бұрын

@@MakerDecor thank you!!

@rcjuggle Жыл бұрын

@@MakerDecor etsy says its sold out... is there still a way to purchase the plans from you?

@MakerDecor Жыл бұрын

@@rcjuggle Hi, I am sorry I just saw that is sold out. But I have already reset it. I am sorry for any inconvenience.

@sammybruhh 4 ай бұрын

I know I’ve commented about this before, but I’m really struggling with attaching balloon garlands to this kind of backdrop. Is there any way you can post a tutorial? I can’t find any video online that shows me how. I really want to get better at this for my business 🥺🙏🏼

@MakerDecor 4 ай бұрын

Hi, sure I will try to put one together soon on this topic! Thanks for watching!

@riaizlushious Ай бұрын

I think there’s hooks etc on the backdrop that you can tie the balloons onto or use rubber bands.

@williamswann7170 2 жыл бұрын

How much could you charge to sell one of these walls?

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Hi sorry for the late reply, just saw your message. I do not sell these. If I were to sell these I would figure out what my product cost in material and then my time. But also take into account that not everybody is selling these and really only skilled wood workers build them, so that does increase the price. It takes less than a day to make but I will not just charge my time to a day as I feel I would be short changing myself compared to what others would charge to build and sell. Hope this makes sense as it is a skilled product that is being sold not just labor. I would research what others are selling similar items in your area as that would also give you a good starting point. Hope this helps, thank you for watching.

@layercake17 Ай бұрын

Do you rent these out?

@bobbygarcia5702 2 жыл бұрын

How did you make the wall support at the bottom?

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Hi thanks for watching. The wall bottom support I just made it out of 2 x 8 piece of wood. Then placed the metal L bracket on one side. The other side was just cut from the left over of the 2 x 8 piece of wood. I cut it at an angle and used wood glue and screws from under and on top. I believe it definitely gave it some added strength and rigidity. Thanks for commenting!

@karinamz1673 2 жыл бұрын

@@MakerDecor hey! The screws you placed in on top on the wood bottom support are they really long? where are they screwing into? Why did you do one side wood and one side metal support? How is the wood glue holding up?

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

@@karinamz1673 Hi, I believe you are talking about the bottom leg supports where I cut an angle of wood. The screws aren't long, they are 3 inch screws. And I screwed them at the bottom and top so they support it well especially with wood glue. And the original backdrop is probably over 2 years old and still doing great. The wood glue was rated for outdoor use as well. The reason I did the other side metal was just for the look. I wanted the front to look more rustic and I didn't want the metal plates. The other side was looking for a clean white wall look. So I just painted the metal L bracket. You can do either or both? Hope this helps!

@karinamz1673 2 жыл бұрын

@@MakerDecor thank you 🙏

@HeyPamelaJade 2 жыл бұрын

How Much would this cost?

@MakerDecor 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, I wouldn't have a price as wood pricing has fluctuated so much do to recent world events these past two years. I originally made my backdrop before pricing for wood sky rocketed. I made mine very cheap compared to what today pricing of wood is. And no matter what price I put here it will change so much on the market and the time people read this comment. Thank you for watching!

@danimerc1802 Ай бұрын

I bought your plans and assembled both posts, but the hex lag screws are too wide for openings on the L bracket. Mine do look like a different size than what you show on this video.

@MakerDecor Ай бұрын

Hi, thanks for reaching out, sorry for the late response. The only thing I can think is the "L" bracket might be different from the one shown on the plans. As most will look similar from Lowe's, Home Depot, Ace's, etc. So the holes in the bracket you have may be smaller. And this will not allow the lag screw shown to fit. The only option is to either return the "L" bracket or the lag screws. Which ever would be easier for you. Then purchase the ones that will fit. So grab the bracket at the store and find the corresponding lag screw and confirm the fit. The length should be the same. Again sorry for the issue you are having. And if you have any other questions, please message the website or Etsy platform the plans were purchased from. As I answer much faster on their. I only check KZfaq every couple of days due to the amount of videos. Thank you for your support and good luck!

@fourthavenuegangstahd286 Жыл бұрын

I purchased the plans but never got the download didn’t know I had to make an account

@MakerDecor Жыл бұрын

Hi, sorry about that but you do not need an account. Please message the Etsy store maker decor with the order number or the email used to make the purchase. And I can send the plans there. But you need to message the Etsy website not the KZfaq. www.etsy.com/shop/MakerDecor?ref=seller-platform-mcnav