Cheap, Easy, Light-weight 4X4 DEER STAND

Whats going on family! In this video I show you how to save a lot of money on a deer stand. I hope you enjoy and don't forget to hit that subscribe and like button for your boy. Have a blessed day.....peeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeace!

[@BryanMontgomery-mc9gc]

My dad and just built a blind using your video and made a few modifications. Taller and larger door. Will use your window idea next.Awesome video!

[@lifewiththedonersons]

That is awesome!

[@deerman4188]

Great video my friend. I'm going to build a couple this weekend. Good luck hunting this season.

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Good luck fam and same to you

[@bbsouthernsafari]

Great video. Did you put the roof on first or last? I bought the supplies today.

[@lifewiththedonersons]

I put the roof on once I got it to my destination. Make sure whatever material you use is over lapping the blind so rain runs off good

[@bryantjones8039]

This is by far the (Best) and easiest videos that I've seen for deer houses. I would have liked to see you doing a bit more of the cutting. Great job 👏🏽.

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Thanks, will do!

[@AT502]

I like it ... affordable, functional and not too difficult to build! Thanks for sharing and good hunting!

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Thanks you as well!

[@bbsouthernsafari]

I’ve posted my progress on a face book group called cool deer stands if u want to see my pics. I added a link there on your video to give u credit for it.

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Wow thanks I will look for that group!

[@jamendricgarrett3630]

Send me the link

[@cervus-venator]

Man this is almost identical to what I envisioned for building me a couple of these 4x4 blinds. I want it light and cheap. The one I currently have is framed with angled slotted metal like what is used to hang garage door openers and rails. Just one of these angled metal pieces at 72 inches is about 42 bucks so that is not an option. The 2x2 you used were what I was thinking of and it looks great. I'm going to follow your steps and design to knock me out two, maybe three of these. Of course they will be for next season, but man they sure are nice for staying out of the weather while hunting. Thanks again and Gob Bless. 🙏🏼 (sub'd)

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Beats that cold for sure and with the buddy heater inside of it man it heats up fast lol. Most importantly I’m sure you know make sure your roof is overlapping on all sides whatever you are using to help the rain flow away from the stand. I love these blinds!

[@bradmiklosovic7788]

Awesome blind and even better attitude. Love it and Good luck hunting.

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Same to you let’s get em!!

[@Steven-gv1ke]

The only thing I would have done differently is buy treated 2x4s, and rip them down the middle (straighter and cheaper than buying 2x2s). I know lots of bow hunters that have done this and it works great. I would also have used 3/8" treated plywood for the floor. Then use 1/4" treated plywood for the walls. Then I would put galvanized corrugated metal on the roof with a slight "lean to" pitch. By using all treated wood, it will last SIGNIFICANTLY longer, and ultimately save you money (and work) in the long run.

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Thank you for sharing this information with us! We appreciate it and never mind learning from others.

[@billyicard7341]

Enjoyed your video. Definitely gonna build me a few of these.. how did you do the roof piece?? What size did you cut plywood and use to waterproof the roof..

[@lifewiththedonersons]

I ensured the plywood over lapped the entire top of the structure. I utilized tin roofing and it’s still holding up. I gave this one to my father in law.

[@brysoncobb]

What paint color is that? I want to build one like this but with 3 full length open windows. Very good tutorial video. Subscribed

[@lifewiththedonersons]

It’s Sherwin-Williams exterior flat Manual Foxhall Green

[@brysoncobb]

@@lifewiththedonersons thank you! Keep building I love it. Safe hunting and good luck

[@RaymondCharles-x5l]

This video really helped me build a deer stand. Great job

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Glad it helped!

[@MrWillywonka9]

How sturdy is that blind? What would you say is the weight capacity?

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Blind is very sturdy and it may weight 75-100 give or take it’s very light

[@DaleDuvall-r2v]

Need an easy 4x6 blind ?

[@ramhemi75]

How does this work in high winds and snow? I live in nw indiana and gettinf hard to climb stands, so something light but durable is what my kids and i need.

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Pretty durable you can up the thickness of the plywood for even more stability

[@Cohen-d6r]

How much do you think one of these would sell for?

[@lifewiththedonersons]

I would say maybe $500-$1000 or possibly more

[@slayerarrow]

I do not think partical board will last very long

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Mostly just need a good cost of paint more often but so far good

[@BL-jr8tk]

I love it man. I’m probably gonna build 2 of these this summer. I like the fact that it’s highly customizable.

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Yeah imma work on another blind for another side of our property it’s a satisfying feeling this season was amazing

[@nickb8618]

This is exactly how I build my 4x4 box blinds. I use 2x4s just cause we have a pile in our barn or used 2x3sx4 from pallet spacers. I highly recommend deerview hinge windows that fold down. I’m in wi so it’s bitter cold at times

[@lifewiththedonersons]

I actually ended up making my own slide up one with plexi glass check it out kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6ixqoVuiLl_qaM

[@lennernewman6484]

Bruh thank you thank you thank you for this video it is exactly what I was looking for you explained very well and in a common sense matter I am a subscriber now and will be checking out ur fishing videos also

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Appreciate it fam have fun and shop around and save as much as possible.

[@peppers1218]

Any guess as what it may weigh? Great vid!

[@lifewiththedonersons]

No roof roughly 70lbs I feel it is light may be a little more than that

[@daviddover5548]

Man that's the ticket. I was just thinking of repairing an old blind but then noticed this. I can build a new one chaper and easier. Thanks!

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Super easy and cheap I even built another one and added something you probably would love check this one out Easiest Sliding DYI Window for Hunting Blind kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6ixqoVuiLl_qaM

[@rudygeorgiamulesandcountry1594]

Finally .. ! A deer stand that isn't framed up like a rare car garage ..... Nice Job !

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Lol simple and easy fam!

[@skilledbadhabit1950]

Seem like a real awesome guy! Great job on this. Id like to know all the measurements for the 5x8. Thanks, good hunting from WV!

[@jamendricgarrett3630]

I subscribed bro!!! You just saved me about $650 and i dont have much help or tractor so do u have a frame/stand building video to go with this?

[@inoscopedjfk_2092]

What did you use to over lap the roof

[@lifewiththedonersons]

I used 4x8 metal roofing overlapping it’s still holding up good

[@greglamkin3721]

Thanks for the video helped me out a lot

[@coopsoutdoors2428]

Ready for the woods.

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Yes siiiirrr can’t wait

[@jgleez4321]

Great video , I like the ease of this project !

[@THESPORTINGCAMP]

Excellent! 👏👏👏👏👏

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Thanks fam!

[@DaleDuvall-r2v]

Need a 4x6 or 6x6 easy plan

[@lifewiththedonersons]

I will try to do a easy video on it

[@DaleDuvall-r2v]

cool@@lifewiththedonersons

[@jerryjennings4504]

Good looking stand

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Thanks super simple wife picked out the color

[@bryantjones8039]

How many 2x4's did you use in total?

[@ronaldfishersoutdoors5211]

Very nicely done. Loved the intro music as well. I plan to build one as a gift to the farmer who graciously allows me to hunt who hunts from an open ground blind. Excellent job!

[@lifewiththedonersons]

That would be an amazing gift! Good luck and thanks so much for watching!

[@luisgovea2755]

Just made one myself but I’m getting a lot of negative feedback on OSB boards. How long does it last ?

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Paint it good, make sure the roof over laps to protect the side and keep it off the ground or on cinderblocks you will be fine!

[@outdoorman7425]

Really enjoyed watching this video as I'm planning to build my first blind. Only question I have is if untreated lumber and OSB floors and walls will hold up to the weather?

[@lifewiththedonersons]

So far with the paint it’s been going well the overlapped roof is what helps

[@jaredeberly9724]

Let’s gooooo!!! Good luck out there

[@blakegreene6641]

is it osb board or plywood? Ive always used 3/4 inch plywood salt treated, but I want to make quite a bit of blinds this year and everything has gone up in price. Just trying to get out cheap as possible but also durable enough to last for a long time. What did you coat the exterior with?

[@lifewiththedonersons]

I did a paint and primer and sealed all the corners hood with chalkin. Painted the inside with the same stuff

[@Cody-gl3xn]

Thats crazy cool. I built one using the method and size you did. But I used 2×4s and its a little cramped. Wish I would have done it like you did with 2×2s. Yours looks likes a lot more room inside. Plus a heck of a lot lighter.

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Yeah I have room to move for sure and it’s warm

[@jasonbroom7147]

Good video on how to build an inexpensive blind. Another option that works really well, especially in areas with heavy snows in winter, is a simple A-frame design I came up with a few years ago. You get a treated landscape timber and two pieces of plywood and you make a 4x8 A-frame by attaching one end of each piece of plywood to the flat side of a landscape timber, then stand 'em up and screw 'em together. (OK, there's a little more to it, but that's the basic idea!)

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Thank you so much and thank you for sharing your knowledge with us!

[@waynevalentine7028]

Thank you, brother. Your video helped me make my hunting shed. I appreciate your help!!

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Happy to hear it! You are so welcome! Thank you for watching! `

[@OriginalHoboferret]

Excellent blind and build video. Looks great and no BS, thank you.

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Glad you liked it!

[@Texasprodumpsters]

I appreciate this video alot. I built a platform a year ago and been looking for the perfect video to build my blind and I just found it. And your plexiglass window video! I appreciate this video.

[@lifewiththedonersons]

No problem!

[@johnchilders1544]

Ty sir, I am a carpenter 25 years , was on here looking for ideas not how 2 , but glad I watched video , your way is easier than what I would have done . Keep doing what your doing, I appreciate it

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Wow that means a lot thanks sir!

[@Lyricalgenius80]

I made 2 stands following you measurements just wrapped in metal turned out awesome thanks buddy

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Man now ima make one and wrap it in metal where did you get your exterior from?

[@ronaldhart3077]

Great video I enjoyed it hopefully we gonna pay you guys a visit when opportunity comes available it’s always good watching your videos

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Man come down anytime

[@user-nn8rz3bm7w]

Damn good job! Thanks for the build.

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Thanks fam

[@jimmyjohnson7041]

I need more then 4x4 to move around in for hunting.......too close of quarters !

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Seems to be the best for me when only staying in there for about 3-4hrs after that yeah I agree I need some room lol

[@countryjim100]

Thank you for the video I ain’t no carpenter but you broke it down very nicely I know I can build one after watching you built it thanks again

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Thanks fam it’s nothing to it I’m not one either 🤣

[@jessehansen10]

Good build bro, you definitely deserve a lot more subs. Keep up the good work, you’ll make it for sure.

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Thanks fam just trying to keep it simple and easy.

[@swaggerjackerxx]

i can def tell thats a work truck ol boy lmao, blowin dust all over it haha. I like the layout n use of materials props

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Lmao paid off just to pull the boat, camper, and haul off stuff…other than that she sits in the garage Diesel to expensive to joy ride in it 🤣

[@pastormichaelhoover2181]

Very simple and affordable I love it thanks man

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Glad you like it!

[@matthewwhalen4212]

Good info watched your video and built one that afternoon in just a few hours went all by your measurements worked awesome

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Wow man I wish they had a upload picture to comments would love to see it. Gonna post the 4x8 I made and the success of it soon!

[@scottsmith5387]

I love it. Simple, light, and affordable. I'm going to use your design to build a 5x8. Thanks man!

[@lifewiththedonersons]

I built a 4x8 using the same and harvested two deers from it then I gave it away to a neighbor cause I was building another one. 5x8 would be better more room to draw back if need be

[@MatthewSchaub-e3u]

This is the most drawn out way to biluld it. Good job thanks

[@lifewiththedonersons]

You are very welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@TedStanley-n2o]

Hands-down, great video you gave me some ideas!!

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Thanks so much!!!

[@montenorwood8883]

Super simple! Best vid i’ve seen to save money!

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Glad you liked it!

[@mc8305]

Awesome thanks for sharing

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Thanks for watching!

[@clementeramos7081]

Is it strictly a ground blind or do you add feet to it? If so, do you have a video of adding feet to it. Like the lightweight design, where only one person required to move it. Awesome content 👏

[@lifewiththedonersons]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/ql7OhqyVacaEf7c where we added legs to elevate it 5ft off the ground, we did the same to the 4x4 stand super easy let me know if you want the link to the legs

[@clementeramos7081]

@@lifewiththedonersons If you don't mind, yes please send me the link. Thank you!

[@dannmcdowell8838]

Nice job. Gonna use this, thanks

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Thank you!!

[@huxmetalworks7371]

Great work i like it thanks for sharing

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@ericenglish8744]

Good looking blind.

[@lifewiththedonersons]

That’s big E

[@gregcrispell7843]

Good job!

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Thanks!

[@bigjoker4u]

Very nice

[@lifewiththedonersons]

Thank you

[@brandtjustsayin]

Best low cost DIY blind build tutorial on KZbin! Love it! Now we need a 4×8 so we can have one big enough to take a kid or friend hunting too!