How to Build a Playhouse for Toddlers

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Determine whether you want a stationary or collapsible playhouse.

   The manner in which you build a playhouse and choose your materials will depend on the style of playhouse.
   
   For example, if your family plans on moving to a new home soon, buy a playhouse kit that allows you to assemble and disassemble the playhouse using little or no tools.
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   Step 2: Verify that your home has room for a playhouse.

   Although you can choose to build a playhouse of any size, you must verify that a playhouse will fit comfortably in your toddler's room, or outside in your yard.
   
   Use a measuring tape to help you with determining whether a playhouse will fit comfortably in an area inside or outside of your home. , The costs of playhouse kits made by manufacturers will differ significantly from one another; however, the supplies needed for building your own playhouse will usually cost between 450 and 500 dollars (344 and 382 euros). , The materials you need will depend on the style of playhouse you want to build.
   
   For example, if you are building a stationary playhouse in your yard, you will need to buy lumber, plywood, nails, screws, truss brackets, and more.
   
   Read the instructional manual for your playhouse if you purchased a kit to determine if any extra supplies are needed.
   
   For example, you may be required to buy paint for the exterior of the playhouse if none was provided. , Common tools you may need are a hammer, screwdriver, saw, saw horses, measuring tape, a pencil, or a level.
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   Step 3: Determine the cost for building a playhouse.

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   Step 4: Gather the materials needed to build the playhouse.

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   Step 5: Verify that you have the proper tools to build the playhouse.

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