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Hamptons-inspired dog ramp

Alicia_Woodwork

A dog ramp made of Pine and covered in foam wall panel sheets for a pet suffering from hip dysplasia.

The project

My gorgeous Golden Retriever Charlie was recently diagnosed with hip dysplasia. This condition makes simple movements incredibly difficult. It is for this reason that I decided to build a ramp to allow her easy access to some cuddles on the bed. I worked hard to match the bed frame and décor in the room with bright whites and panelling to finish.

Steps

Step 1

Build the frame using 35 x 70mm untreated Pine. If adding shelving or drawers, ensure this is calculated in the frame build. Secure the frame with 75mm 10G timber screws.

Step 2

Carefully cut Pine cladding to size and secure using 30mm 8G timber screws. Be sure to countersink screws using a larger drill bit.

Step 3

Using 3mm coated MDF board, measure and cut shelving lining. Secure in place using indoor wood glue and 20mm 8G screws.

Step 4

Measure and cut the 9mm MDF top. Secure using countersunk 50mm 10G timber screws. Patch all screw holes and imperfections.

Step 5

Use white gap filler to seal the edges of the shelves. Sand the ramp back until the surface is completely smooth. Apply a coat of prime, followed by one coat of white wall paint.

Step 6

Add your chosen material to the ramp top.

Step 7

Upon installing the ramp, and observing Charlie using it, I realised the carpet was far too slippery. I then replaced it with these great foam-based self-adhesive panels. My Goldie has definitely appreciated the ramp install. I used self-adhesive foam wall panel sheets from Kmart for the top as they offered heaps of grip.

Plans

After a huge amount of interest (including a Bunnings website article) and many questions, I popped together a simple set of plans for the build of this ramp. Hopefully it assists anyone wanting to build something similar in the future.

Tools and materials

Tools used in the project:

Materials used in the project:

35 x 70mm untreated Pine
75mm 10G timber screws
30mm 8G timber screws
3mm coated MDF board
Indoor wood glue
20mm 8G screws
9mm MDF
50mm 10G timber screws
White gap filler
Sandpaper discs
Primer and paint.

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Dave-1

Afternoon @Alicia_Woodwork

Thats really nice work and a brilliant idea. I love how you modified it from just the carpeted surface when you saw your doggo struggle.

The other part that I really like and is different from some ramps I have seen is that you have incorporated storage for shoes! 🙂 You know how many times I trip over my own shoes at the end of the bed! Brilliant!

Dave

Alicia_Woodwork

Hi Dave,

Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We are so incredibly happy with the functionality of the ramp, both for the dog and for the shoe storage!

Cheers, Alicia 😊

Jogilbert100

Amazing work and thank you so much for showing it. I have 3 sausage dogs and need to make 2 ramps but found the more available types to be very average looking plus there were no instructions. This is gorgeous and will suit my decor so I can’t wait to get started. Thank you

Alicia_Woodwork

Hi @Jogilbert100,

I’m so glad this has been able to inspire someone else - we are so incredibly happy with the ramp and it has become a necessity for our pup. Please update us on how you go with yours and I would love to see some photos!

Oddjobs_Lucy

Thanks for the inspiration!

I would like to build something similar for my old pooch to help him get off the front porch.

Is there anyone that could please help me determine how many pieces of wood and what measurements I need, particularly for the supports/frame under the ramp?

I'd like to get most pre-cut at bunnings if possible. I'll sub out materials for exterior grade.

Dimensions:

Height 610

Width 600

Platform length 800

Ramp length 1500

Cheers!

Mrs_Wortho32

I absolutely love it!! I have been looking for a ramp design for my fur babies, and this has helped me so much. Thank you so much for sharing 🙏🏽

MitchellMc

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @Oddjobs_Lucy. It's fantastic to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about this project.I've created a rendering below to assist with your project.

You can build the ramp from 70 x 35 H3-treated pine and Zenith 8 - 10 x 60mm Treated Pine Countersunk Head Screws would be suitable for assembly.

You'll need two 1500mm lengths and two 530mm lengths for the base frame. Two 560mm lengths for the uprights and another 530mm length for the top horizontal. For the diagonal lengths, they should be 1610mm long and their ends cut at an angle. The board to cover is 1650mm by 600mm.Please let me know if you have any questions.Mitchell

Oddjobs_Lucy

Amazing! Thanks so much @MitchellMc. I'll get started and report back if I have any issues.

Thanks for your help!

Alicia_Woodwork

Hi @Oddjobs_Lucy

I’m so happy you’ve felt inspired by this! Please update us on how you go as they can be such a fantastic addition to any room or area!

Thank you so much,

Alicia

ChewynFergusMum

Hey @Alicia_Woodwork , Just wondering what size is your bed? Also are you able to please advise the final dims for the ramp, and a list of the wood cuts if that makes sense? I don't have a drop saw, so I will be getting it cut instore. Thanks so much!!

EricL

Hello @ChewynFergusMum

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's sensational to have you join us.

Let me tag @Alicia_Woodwork as well to make sure they are made aware of your questions. Please note that the shop saws are not built to make precision or angled cuts and are only used to cut large pieces of timber for ease of transport. I propose investing in either a handsaw or a circular saw to cut the timber pieces to the sizes that you need.

If you have any other questions we can help with, please let us know.

Eric

Alicia_Woodwork

Hi @ChewynFergusMum

I have a king sized bed so the ramp is quite large. I have included a basic sketch of the design which has the measurements attached as quite a few people have been interested - I hope this helps!

I hope this helps others get started too. Apologies for the low quality drawings!

Cheers,

Alicia

carla_alvest

This is so beautiful @Alicia_Woodwork thank you!

I need to build one too for my dog as he is having some issues to jump into bed.

if anyone can help with how much material I will need to build the same one as Alicia that would be great. I’m new to building things so I cannot figure out. I tried haha

Alicia_Woodwork

Hi @carla_alvest,

Thank you so much for your kind comments! This ramp has been the best thing to have so I’m more than happy to send through the materials so you can build it yourself…

• 9 lengths of 2.4m 70 x 35mm untreated framing pine (frame)

• 1 Panel of primed MDF VJ lining 6mm 900 x 1200mm (front and side panelling)

• 2 panels of 9mm MDF 600 x 900mm (top of ramp)

• 3 panels of 3mm MDF White 600 x 900mm (for lining the shelving and back of ramp)

This is to suit a king bed so you can adjust your materials to suit other sized beds also 😊

Please let me know if you have any questions as I’m happy to answer them as you go. Happy DIY-ing!

- Alicia

MitchellMc

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @carla_alvest. It's fantastic to have you join us, and great to see you've been inspired by this project.It's sensational to see that Alicia has responded with some details. You'll also find some diagrams further up this page, which should be helpful with your build. Sing out if you need any assistance, we're here to help!Please let me know if you have any questions.Mitchell

Alicia_Woodwork

Hi all,

After a huge amount of interest and many questions across this and other platforms, I popped together a simple set of plans for the build of this ramp. Hopefully it assists anyone wanting to build something similar in the

future!

Happy DIY-ing! - Alicia

MitchellMc

Wonderful addition @Alicia_Woodwork. I trust anyone looking to replicate your project will find those details useful.

Many thanks for sharing.

Mitchell

Jason

We love your work @Alicia_Woodwork! Thanks so much for sharing the plans. I have added them to the article so they are prominent for readers.

Jason

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