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~7ft (2135mm) BBQ Timber Frame, 915mm High x 760mm Deep
This build needs 11 stock boards (24 cuts, 10.1% offcut waste with a 3mm saw kerf). Here is the cut list, build order and an illustrative materials allowance.
Free 3D preview. Matching custom PDF: EUR 9.90 for one selected configuration. Materials and appliances are not included.
The sample shows a fixed example; your purchased PDF uses the dimensions you select. Check what to measure before you build.
Key numbers for this build
| Dimension | Imperial / Metric |
|---|---|
| Width | ~7ft (2135mm) |
| Height | ~3ft (915mm) |
| Depth | ~29.9in (760mm) |
| Stock board length | ~7.87ft (2400mm) |
| Actual timber section | ~1.5in (38mm) x ~3.5in (89mm) |
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Framing elevation preview. Sheet A-02 adds dimensions, actual side/plan projections and member positions. Check actual appliance specifications and site measurements before building.
Cut list preview
| Part | Component | Section | Qty | Cut length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-01 | Front & Rear Width Plates | 38×89mm | 4x | ~84.1in (2135mm) |
| E-01 | End Perimeter Depth Plates | 38×89mm | 4x | locked - in PDF |
| S-01 | Wall Studs Outside the Appliance Opening | 38×89mm | 8x | locked - in PDF |
| J-01 | Full-Height Appliance Opening Jambs | 38×89mm | 4x | locked - in PDF |
| G-01 | Appliance Opening Sill Rails | 38×89mm | 2x | locked - in PDF |
| D-01 | Counter Depth Ties Outside the Opening | 38×89mm | 2x | locked - in PDF |
The first cut length is free. All exact lengths, the board-by-board cutting diagrams and the scaled drawing are in the PDF.
What the PDF blueprint includes
- Sheet A-01 - project summary and master cut list with every exact length
- Sheet A-02 - scaled front, side and plan projections with member positions
- Sheet C-02 - colour-coded cutting diagram for every stock board (3mm kerf allowed)
- Sheet D-03 - step-by-step assembly sequence, fastener schedule and tool list
The EUR 9.90 purchase covers one selected project and configuration. Sheet M-04 finishing and utility planning notes are optional at EUR 4.90 extra. Long tables may continue onto additional pages.
1D Stock Board Cutting Map Preview (2400 mm boards)
Showing first 4 of 11 stock boards (3.0 mm saw-blade kerf compensation active). All 11 boards are mapped in Sheet C-02 of the PDF.
Hardware & fastener shopping list
| Fastener / material | Estimated quantity | Use |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior-coated (C4 / ceramic) screws 5.0 x 90mm | 106 pcs (2 boxes of 100) | All frame joints - outdoor rated only |
| Masonry anchors 10 x 100mm | 12 pcs | Base tracks to slab |
| Cement-board screws 4.2 x 32mm | 174 pcs (1 box of 200) | Board cladding |
| Cement board 12mm (1200 x 2400 sheets) | 3 sheets | Cladding + top, incl. 10% waste |
Check your actual appliance before choosing timber. The schematic opening is a generic proportion of the island length; it does not verify fit for a particular grill. Use your grill maker's exact cut-out dimensions, combustible clearances and insulated-jacket requirements before choosing or building a timber enclosure.
Assembly guidance for this frame
- Check the slab is level and drains away from the island. Use appropriately treated timber and a damp-proof barrier where the frame meets the slab; confirm the specification for your site.
- Cut every member from Sheet C-02 board by board, then write its part ID on each piece in pencil so nothing gets mixed up.
- Build the bottom and top perimeters: T-01 runs full width at front/rear; E-01 fits between their inner faces at each end. Use the actual joint and anchoring specification for the site.
- Fit S-01 wall studs and the separately listed J-01 full-height jambs at their member-placement positions. Front and rear aperture centres are identical; no invented appliance-zone count is used.
- Fit G-01 sill rails BETWEEN the jambs, leaving a literal 811 mm x 260 mm clear opening below the top plate. These are generic frame dimensions, not an approved grill cut-out or insulated-jacket allowance.
- Fit D-01 flat counter ties only at the listed positions outside the opening. Their depth length butts between the front/rear perimeter plates.
- Have the chosen appliance manufacturer/qualified installer approve combustible-frame compatibility, cut-out, insulated jacket, ventilation and utility access BEFORE adapting this generic frame. Plan cladding and countertop separately (~6.9 m2 is an allowance only).
- Gas and electrical connections must be made by a qualified gas fitter / electrician.
Tools: Mitre / circular saw, Drill-driver + impact driver, Spirit level (1200mm / 4ft), Tape measure, square, pencil, Hammer drill + masonry bit, Cement-board knife / jigsaw.
FAQ
- How much timber do I need?
- 11 stock boards of ~7.87ft (2400mm) (24 cuts in total, 10.1% offcut waste). Illustrative materials allowance: EUR 277. Confirm local prices; appliances and labour are excluded.
- Can I use steel studs instead of wood?
- This blueprint and its cut list are for timber framing only. A steel frame requires a separate design and suitable connections. Follow the grill maker's cut-out, jacket and clearance requirements.
- Which grill fits this timber frame?
- This frame has a generic opening shown in the drawing, not a manufacturer-approved grill cut-out. Compare your actual appliance, its required cut-out, service access, combustible clearances and any insulated jacket before adapting the frame. No particular appliance fit is certified.
- What size is the build?
- ~84.1in (2135mm) wide x ~36in (915mm) high x ~29.9in (760mm) deep. Island Envelope: ~84.1in (2135mm) L × ~29.9in (760mm) D.
- Can I change the dimensions?
- Yes. Open the free 3D preview and enter your width, height and depth in millimetres or decimal inches. The frame, cut list and board count update to your selected dimensions.
- What is in the paid PDF?
- A landscape A4 blueprint with every exact cut length, a scaled framing elevation, colour-coded board cutting diagrams, the assembly sequence and a fastener schedule. It is a one-time EUR 9.90 download.
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