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Written by OldGrover, February 23rd, 2008
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How to Build a Flat, KWLT Style
KWLT uses flats known as ‘hard’, ‘traditional’ flats. This means they are build with the lumber flat, not on edge (flats built with the lumber on edge are ‘hollywood’ style flats) and faced with luan plywood (flats built with muslin covers are called ’soft’ flats). Flats can be any dimension, but the standard for KWLT is 4′ wide by 8′ tall. We also stock 2′x8′ flats, as well as 4×8 flats pierced for doors and windows. KWLT flats are built using 1″x3″ material (sold as ’strapping’ in hardware stores). Pick straight pieces when purchasing the lumber. 1/4″ Luan plywood is used to face the flats. Some stores call this ‘doorskin’. Locally to KW, Swanson’s Home Hardware stocks this material. You will also need material to make corners and keystones/tabs - thin scrap ply, hardboard, I’ve used all of these.
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