Looking to build your very own outhouse for your remote off-grid wilderness camp? Don't be ridiculous--OF COURSE you are!
Look no further! Check out this incredibly detailed and entertaining video by Dave Whipple on the Bushradical YouTube Channel. Dave and his wife Brooke take you through the entire process, offering valuable tips and insights along the way.
Dave shares his experience building an outhouse in the rugged Upper Peninsula of Michigan. They do it all, from digging the hole to constructing the structure, ensuring it's functional and efficient.
Dave's down-to-earth commentary and practical approach make this video both informative and enjoyable to watch. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Dave's expertise and embark on your own outhouse-building adventure.
What you need to build an outhouse
- Location: need a good draining soil with sand or gravel. Clay soil will fill up in a rain.
- Tools:
- Shovel
- Tape measure
- Carpenter's pencil
- Saw (Dave used an electric Skil saw)
- Hand saw
- Power drill/screwdrivers
- Axe
- Materials:
- 2 heavy beams (about 8' each)
- 5 Plywood sheets
- Roof material (semi-clear plastic for light)
- Polycarbonate plastic shield
- 2x2 framing wood
- Styrofoam sheet
- Floorboards
- Hinges
- Wood screws
- PVC pipe for chimney
Get inspired and start building your own off-grid outhouse today!
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