Cottage Life simplified: DIY Outdoor Movie Screen
Turning everyday things into creative new objects has never been more simple thanks to Adam Holman from Cottage Life, as he drums up some quirky and fun DIY projects that you can easily do. Here’s his fourth creation, a DIY outdoor movie screen!
Material List:
Grommets 25-40
White cloth
Zip ties
ABS cement
1 x 4-way connector
2 x 90-degree connectors
8 x T-connectors
4 x end caps
6 x 3-foot ABS
12 x 2-foot ABS
Nylon rope and steaks (optional)
Popcorn (must have)
Step 1:
Cut 1 1/2 ABS pipes to 3 feet x 6 (Frame)
Step 2:
Cut 1 1/2 ABS pipes to 2 feet x 6 (Frame)
Step 3:
Using a file, clean up your ends so they aren't sharp
Step 4:
Take a piece of sand paper and rough up your ends before you glue them
Step 5:
Rough up your connectors where they will connect to the pipes
Step 6:
Cut 1 1/2 ABS Pipe to 2 feet x 6 (Stand)
Step 7:
Follow steps 4 and 5 - rough up all connecting points
Step 8:
Lay out and rough the frame together before gluing
Step 9:
Make sure surface is flat, glue frame and stand connections
Step 10:
Cut fabric to fit screen size
Step 11:
Use grommet kit and zip ties to pull cloth against frame
Step 12:
Attach stands
Step 13:
Use nylon rope and tent pegs if windy
Step 14:
Make popcorn and enjoy!