We designed this project for the kids to run through at our Memorial Day party this past Sunday and then to keep using through the summer since we live in Texas and it can get oppressive... Because of this, we also made it big enough for us adults to enjoy as well.. ha!
To build this run-through, you will need:
(2) 1-in. x 10-ft. PVC poles ($2.37 each at Lowe's)
(3) 1-in. end caps ($1.10 each at Lowe's)
(2) 1-in. 90 degree PVC tees ($0.74 each at Lowe's)
(2) 1-in. 90 degree PVC elbows ($0.59 each at Lowe's)
(1) threaded adapter - to attach hose to PVC ($1.60 at Lowe's)
(1) hose with 2 "female" ends
4 oz. can PVC primer ($3.97 at Lowe's)
4 oz. can PVC cement ($3.98 at Lowe's)
(With the primer & cement, you will NOT need all of the 4 oz. cans, this is just the smallest of each I could find. Realistically, you could get away with 1-2 oz total each.)
Total Spent: $17.62 after 8.25% tax (including 1/2 of each can)
Now for the steps... You ready?
Step 1: Measure your cuts! Mark one of the 10-foot poles into two pieces (1 at 4 feet long and the other at 6 feet long). Mark the other 10-foot pole into three pieces (1 at 6 feet long and the other 2 each at 2 feet long).
Step 2: Cut at the measured marks using a hand saw or something similar.
Step 3: Drill holes (using a 3/32" or 7/64" drill bit) about every 7-8 inches along each of the 6-foot-long poles & the 4-foot-long pole.
Step 4: Sand all cuts and drilled holes to smooth out any roughness.
Step 5: Prime & glue joints according to the manufacturer's instructions. I am including a super high-tech DIY guide to show you where each piece goes in case you might be confused by all of it. I hope it helps. This really is a simple project... :)
Step 6: Allow for drying before use. Apply sunscreen, connect hose, and run through!
To build this run-through, you will need:
(2) 1-in. x 10-ft. PVC poles ($2.37 each at Lowe's)
(3) 1-in. end caps ($1.10 each at Lowe's)
(2) 1-in. 90 degree PVC tees ($0.74 each at Lowe's)
(2) 1-in. 90 degree PVC elbows ($0.59 each at Lowe's)
(1) threaded adapter - to attach hose to PVC ($1.60 at Lowe's)
(1) hose with 2 "female" ends
4 oz. can PVC primer ($3.97 at Lowe's)
4 oz. can PVC cement ($3.98 at Lowe's)
(With the primer & cement, you will NOT need all of the 4 oz. cans, this is just the smallest of each I could find. Realistically, you could get away with 1-2 oz total each.)
Total Spent: $17.62 after 8.25% tax (including 1/2 of each can)
Now for the steps... You ready?
Step 1: Measure your cuts! Mark one of the 10-foot poles into two pieces (1 at 4 feet long and the other at 6 feet long). Mark the other 10-foot pole into three pieces (1 at 6 feet long and the other 2 each at 2 feet long).
Step 2: Cut at the measured marks using a hand saw or something similar.
Step 3: Drill holes (using a 3/32" or 7/64" drill bit) about every 7-8 inches along each of the 6-foot-long poles & the 4-foot-long pole.
Step 4: Sand all cuts and drilled holes to smooth out any roughness.
Step 5: Prime & glue joints according to the manufacturer's instructions. I am including a super high-tech DIY guide to show you where each piece goes in case you might be confused by all of it. I hope it helps. This really is a simple project... :)
Step 6: Allow for drying before use. Apply sunscreen, connect hose, and run through!