How I made DIY Marquee Number

[@kavoadakunimata20]

Wow, you make it look so easy. 😍

[@MakerDecor]

Thank you for watching!

[@suandhamilfam7125]

@@MakerDecor What cord or power line did you use for the lightbulbs

[@jessicabaez2882]

Thank you! I’m going to have my father in law make it, hopefully he can follow along 😝 great video!

[@MakerDecor]

Awesome, I do have a couple of newer videos on the topic. But if you have any questions just let me know, good luck!

[@carmellapichon6642]

Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge and talent!!!!!!

[@MakerDecor]

Thanks for watching!

[@dalemills7926]

Beautiful work

[@MakerDecor]

Thank you very much!

[@moniquevaldez2708]

Why did you paint it red first then white? Or what was the red can

[@MakerDecor]

Hi thanks for watching my video. The reason I painted it red was just for a primer. The material I used was MDF, which looks smooth when painted, but it absorbs a lot of the paint. So just painting it a light color, would take a lot of coats of white paint. If I paint it a darker color red or grey, it coats it with just one coat easy. It was less than half a can of the red. Then two coats of white paint go on smooth and comes out great. If I were to paint it just with light colors, like just the white it would of taken much more paint and multiple coats. I did use the better quality paint cans to make sure to get great coverage. Thank you for your question, hope I made sense on why it worked better to prime with a darker color first.

[@cynvalencia5531]

What is for the red paint you put on the letter, is kind of a MDF treatment before painting??

[@MakerDecor]

Hi, no I used the red spray paint as a primer because I didn't have any primer paint at the time. MDF will eat up spray-paint and usually takes a couple of coats. I had that red spray-paint which was also primer/paint. So I decided to waste that. Then just use the final coats with the white paint.

[@hopemack7701]

I am so happy that Andrina's Kreations shared this video with the group, your video is awesome now you are stuck with me. I can't wait to see and learn more from you.

[@MakerDecor]

I am grateful that she shared my video too, and thank you for watching my video. I am definitely working on some new videos coming soon.

[@sharonpugh5929]

Awesome video !! Thank you for sharing your information & demonstration!

[@AndrinasKreations]

Love it.. I'm definitely sharing in my group ..keep up the great work

[@MakerDecor]

Wow thank you so much, I am so glad you liked it. And thank you for sharing my video, its helped out so much.

[@AndrinasKreations]

@@MakerDecor you are very welcome can't wait to see more

[@DiaryOfAStud]

What's your group?

[@emmemma96]

Hi, on your website the size in the plan is 3ft, but on the etsy it says 4ft. Is the same plan or? Thank you very much!

[@mikepirzadeh4565]

That was a great video and thanks for sharing. May I ask the angle of the sides woods? Were all the same?

[@MakerDecor]

Hi, thanks for watching. The angles were all different. I have this video that describes all about the angles and different styles kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJuQinqYo6-eY8U I also have this video that shows a easier style with no angles that need to be cut kzbin.info/www/bejne/oqeuY2WBocmJiLs

[@jameswatkins9988]

Have you thought to make the numbers and sell them. I would be interested in buying 0 - 9

[@MakerDecor]

Hi, I am in the process of looking at seeing if that is possible for me. If it is, it still make take me some time to have everything setup to build and ship. Not sure, but if I did it would be in the next two months or so. Sorry it couldn't be sooner but just want to make sure everything would work. Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@connaleeroman2005]

Beautiful work 👏🤩

[@MakerDecor]

Thank you!!

[@sindymanyisa6848]

thank you for sharing....can use MDF? would it be stable enough?

[@MakerDecor]

Hi thanks for watching. I built this with MDF and it was very stable. The wood glue and nails keeps everything secure. The main reason I used MDF was it was cheaper than plywood at the time. Plywood prices sky rocketed over a year ago. But now the plywood prices have come down some and is affordable again. The best thing in my opinion is 1/2 sanded plywood. It is lighter than MDF and stronger. Right now it is slightly more expensive but I believe it is worth it.

[@andreacline7141]

Nice, just found your channel. Really like the no. 1 you made. Seems like its not too complicated. Thanks for sharing your insight on this business and decor ideas.

[@MakerDecor]

Hi, yes the number one was not complicated at all. Thank you for the comment and I'm glad you liked the video.

[@onitamitchell5768]

@@MakerDecor Do you make and sale?

[@MakerDecor]

@@onitamitchell5768 Hi thanks for watching. I am in the process of setting up things, so I can hopefully have these for sale to those that would rather have them made. I am still working on the right material and lights and everything. Hopefully when I do, I will make a video discussing it. Thanks again.

[@onitamitchell5768]

@@MakerDecor please keep me in mind I'll be you first customer

[@TheViku19]

Hi 👋 good job you do !! What material is of wood is that ? Thx

[@ladyblazen1]

Great video... what type/brand of glue are u using?

[@MakerDecor]

Hi thanks for watching. The glue I use is TiteBond, its great for wood projects!

[@Missvdesigns4u]

Thank you Andrinas Kreations for sharing this video!!

[@MakerDecor]

Yes, Thank you Andrinas Kreations..

[@luisbonola3530]

Hi my name is Luis I am trying to make a 3 ft 30 marque number what size of plywood do you think is best to use?

[@MakerDecor]

Hi thanks for reaching out. The best plywood in my opinion is 1/2 inch. Its light but still thick enough to be stable.

[@alfredorodriguez8053]

Hi! Following your guide, I’m stuck with the lights. Where did you get your lights?

[@MakerDecor]

Hi the guide goes with this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/oqeuY2WBocmJiLs and the link to the lights I purchased are at the bottom of the description in the video. Please let me know if you need anything else.

[@marcelchristie5612]

is this something that can be made in a day? not the painting part or the installation of the lights, just the wood work side. great job

[@MakerDecor]

Yes definitely can be made in a day. The first one took longer cause I was just figuring it out and I can only work after my full time job. Which gives me an hour here or two hours there. If I had a solid couple of hours it could be done in a day, easy. Thanks for your question.

[@marcelchristie5612]

@@MakerDecor thankyou for your reply bro I appreciate it. Again, great work keep it up 👍🏽

[@ieshawilliams8931]

@diyrentslbuilds what’s the name of the tool you use for to punch the holes in for light bulbs?

[@MakerDecor]

Hi thanks for watching. The tool I used to punch the holes was a drill with a 7/8 paddle bit. When you use the paddle bit you kind of need to move it around a bit to make the hole just a little bigger than the 7/8. If you do that the lights should fit in snug enough just by themselves with no glue. Thanks.

[@SarahRice-to7mt]

how much did you spend on the supplies to make this if you dont mind me asking?

[@djalrejami6900]

Hello! can you tell us the amount of materials used and the dimensions of the wood? Thanks!

[@MariaMunoz-xs5xm]

Hello! Love the video! Do you also sell the template or know what Templates are good

[@MakerDecor]

Hi thanks for watching. Sorry at the moment I do not sell the template. I just drew mine until it looked like I thought it should. I do know people sell templates on Etsy, but I have not bought any. Thank you.

[@karenstringfellow225]

Looks awesome

[@MakerDecor]

Thank you so much for your comment.

[@IvanPerez-wr1bi]

I have to make the same for someone they ask and willing to pay me labor .any advice for labor charge? Thanks

[@MakerDecor]

Hi thanks for watching. Labor it a tough question because for everybody its different. To me there is skilled labor and unskilled labor. For example I can pay some one to dig a hole outside. They don't have to have prior experience, tools or knowledge. I can just give them a shovel and have them dig for some extra money. Then there is skilled labor. Meaning you have skills that you learned or learning, tools and the knowledge or ability/need to look up how to do, make or create something. This is not rocket science but you do need some skill, tools and knowledge of what you want to create and trouble shoot issues. Depending on your skill level this can take 4-5 hours to build or 2 days. What I would do is look up online and etsy to see what someone who sells these completed, charges and compare your design and see if it is worth it. Factor in wood, paint, screws, etc. Then what you believe it will take you time wise and see what your profit would be if you charges similar. Some times its worth it sometimes its not and you end up working for like $5 hour. Now if its just for experience than that changes things. I can tell you after I built one the others were a lot easier and took way less time. These marquees are expensive online so don't sell your self short.

[@semabrau8098]

Nice work. Can I ask? where did you buy the receptacles?

[@MakerDecor]

Hi, they were from Michael's during the Christmas season. They are white, 10 ft long and have 10 light bulbs that are Edison style. If you go on their website I believe these are the ones, since it was a year ago(10ct. Edison String Lights with White Cord by Ashland). Thanks for watching and if you have any other questions let me know..

[@nike17851]

What size or plywood you used ? And where you get the light ?

[@MakerDecor]

Hi, for this one I used 1/2 inch MDF for the one and 1/4 inch MDF for the sides. But I have built more since then and I would recommend 1/2 inch sanded plywood. Plywood is a little more expensive than MDF but it is way lighter and stronger. The lights you can get them from amazon or Michaels. They are Christmas lights, I would search Edison Christmas light bulbs. I do have some links in the description.

[@josepolanco9906]

What type of nail gun are you using?

[@MakerDecor]

Hi, for this build it was a cheap $20 brad nailer from harbor freight that works with an air compressor. Still works great with no problem.

[@sedirasanders4853]

Thanks for sharing (from Andrina's Creations)

[@MakerDecor]

Awesome, thank you.

[@EXECUTEWEALTH]

How thick does the wood need to be I want to make 5ft letters

[@MakerDecor]

Hi thanks for watching. I haven't made a 5ft letter yet but I think thickness would vary between 1/2 inch and 3/4 inch. I believe 3/4 would be to heavy, so I would personally go for 1/2 inch plywood for 5ft letter.

[@darrengreen7115]

Where did you get the lights from ?

[@lmd038]

Great Job!!!

[@MakerDecor]

Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@marialeonorveragonzales3449]

Have you make number cero? And I just haven’t find it??? 😬

[@MakerDecor]

Hi, no I am sorry. I have not made the number zero yet.

[@reylara7088]

What paint you use

[@olubisilatinwo1931]

Where did you get the light from, can you link it please

[@MakerDecor]

Hi, the lights I had from a little over year ago. They were from Michael's during the Christmas season. They are white, 10 ft long and have 10 light bulbs that are Edison style. If you go on their website I believe these are the ones, since it was a year ago(10ct. Edison String Lights with White Cord by Ashland). Thanks for watching and if you have any other questions let me know..

[@sanburras4537]

Thanks for sharing! Please share the measurements of your sides and how to cut the angle pieces!

[@MakerDecor]

Hi thanks for watching. I have made a couple of letters and numbers and this one I believe was around 8 inches wide for the sides. But I have made some with 7 in and 6 in and they work great as well. Thanks

[@sincerelysandi]

Nice. Does the smaller backing pieces require cutting at angles?

[@MakerDecor]

Hi, for this one the 1/2 inch one does need to be cut at angles. But if you use smaller size about 1/4 inch for the sides than they do not. I am working on a video that will be out this week that goes more in-depth into it. Thanks.

[@Latestnaijavibez]

Good job , do you sell those?

[@MakerDecor]

Hi, thank you. Im sorry I do not sell these. Thank you for watching.

[@derricktinsley9461]

Please send me a list of the items used. Light products etc.

[@MakerDecor]

Hi, thanks for watching. I am just finishing up a video and a blog talking about everything used and needed. It should be up tomorrow evening on this channel. Thank you.

[@ax3226]

Nice

[@MakerDecor]

Thank you!

[@TuAmoralaMexicana]

Hey do you sell & ship them by any chance ?

[@MakerDecor]

Hi thanks for watching. At the moment we do not. I am hoping to eventually make them and sell them on our Etsy store. I will post a video if I am ever able to go that route. Thank you!

[@estebantorres324]

About how much would you spend on just this for material ?

[@MakerDecor]

Hi, I am not sure. It was a while back. But I built this one for like $50 ish? kzbin.info/www/bejne/oqeuY2WBocmJiLs

[@Chihuawita1989]

Can you show us making a number 3 please

[@MakerDecor]

Hi, thanks for watching. I have been wanting to make the number 3, hopefully soon!

[@Ai_LeadBots]

Why did you paint red 1st, just to paint white later?

[@MakerDecor]

Hi thanks for watching. I painted it red for a primer. MDF will absorb a lot of paint. So, I used the red as my primer and then when it dried I painted it white for the top coat. Red is just what I had and it worked well.

[@js2111]

What are the dimensions you used for the #1 and the #5 ? Thanks

[@MakerDecor]

Hi thanks for watching. The numbers are 3ft tall x 2 ft wide.

[@uliseshernandez7596]

@@MakerDecor hey, what is the inside width of #1 and #5 ?

[@MakerDecor]

@@uliseshernandez7596 Hi, lol they are different widths. I have made the marquees different widths to see what I like better. The #1 was I believe 8 inch wide, with the front of the marquee being about 5 inch and the back of the number having the 2 and half inch. I have made them different widths ranging from 4 half inch to 8 inch. I feel like 5 in or 6 inch works well. It all depends on what you feel looks better to you. Hope this helps!

[@uliseshernandez7596]

@@MakerDecor yes it did help thank you very much. Great video

[@E46_2ndA]

I’m trying to figure out the sizes to make a number 3. And make it stand. great video by the way!!!

[@MakerDecor]

Hi, thanks so much for watching. I haven't made an number 3 yet, but maybe look at my number 5 build. I'm thinking if you make it similar to the 5 but just retrace the bottom, it should be similar to the number 3. The size of my marquees are 2 ft. wide x 3 ft. tall. Good luck and I would love to see how it turns out..

[@E46_2ndA]

@@MakerDecor your right brother. Thank you very much. Doing it for my sons 3rd bday party. Can’t wait. Where did u get the lights and what size are the holes for those lights?

[@MakerDecor]

@@E46_2ndA The lights I got from Michaels the craft store a while back. I believe you can get them online still. They are white, 10 ft long and have 10 light bulbs that are Edison style. If you go on their website I believe these are the ones, since it was a year ago(10ct. Edison String Lights with White Cord by Ashland). For these lights I used a 7/8 paddle bit. But you kind of have to wiggle the paddle pit a bit to make the 7/8 hole just a tad bigger to make it snug fit. I would try one on a scrap piece of wood to make sure it fits good before drilling in the number 3. And cool, my daughters 1st bday is this Saturday so I will be using the number 1 for that. Thanks for watching.

[@mon-nails-bar]

Do you have a video how to make #6

[@MakerDecor]

I did film making the number 6, but have not had the time to put it together. Hopefully in a couple weeks I will be able to put it up, sorry. Thanks for watching.

[@vetadanielle5206]

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@neciene7757]

Hey, can you tell me the materials needed to build the marquee?

[@MakerDecor]

Hi thanks for watching. People make them different ways. I would recommend 1/2 inch plywood, wood glue, primer, paint, Edison light bulbs. A nail gun makes things a lot easier but can be done with a drill and small screws. Just pre drill the holes first.

[@mangodishim1]

What thickness of MDF?

[@MakerDecor]

Hi, depends I have used 1/2 inch which is the best and 1/4 inch which is easier but doesn't look as good. And I recommend plywood as it is lighter. I had used MDF when plywood prices had skyrocketed and it wasn't really affordable to make these with it. And at the time MDF was less than half $. But now pricing for plywood is more reasonable and is the better option in my opinion. Here is a video where I discuss the sizing a little more in-depth. Thank you kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJuQinqYo6-eY8U

[@katrinajames7855]

Hello, do you sell 5ft letters and numbers?

[@MakerDecor]

Hi, thanks for watching. Sorry, I do not sell numbers at the moment. These are just videos showing how you can build them yourself. I am working on templates that I will sell on my etsy store that can be traced, cut and built. Thank you.

[@rondalmoore479]

Is there anyway you can drop measurements and materials

[@MakerDecor]

This Marquee is 3ft tall x 2 ft wide. I have a video that discusses marquee materials. Hope this helps kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJuQinqYo6-eY8U

[@thedjrickyc]

Why do you paint it red than white?

[@MakerDecor]

Hi, the red was more like a primer then paint white over. I just did not have any primer paint so just used left over red paint. Primer paint helps keep the white paint from just soaking into the MDF and requiring a lot of coats of white.

[@melissafuentes5173]

What type of nails are you using

[@MakerDecor]

Hi, thanks for watching. I used 1 inch 1/4 brad nails 18 gauge with a brad nail gun.

[@melissafuentes5173]

Thank you!

[@uthekhutek8782]

what kind board ?? is mdf??

[@MakerDecor]

Hi, MDF is Medium Density Fiberboard. I have this video that discusses the best material to build the marquees out of. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJuQinqYo6-eY8U

[@DJROSKO]

my friend. you are a crack. Could you please tell me the name of the font (letter). Greetings from Santiago de Chile

[@MakerDecor]

Hi, thanks so much for watching! I did not use a font I just started drawing and changing angles till the number 1 looked like I thought it should. It took some time, I just used a pencil and ruler, but it wasn't hard at all. Greetings!

[@danielpena7233]

Hi. What is the dimension of the base?

[@MakerDecor]

Hi, I have done different sizes depending on which style marque I am building. Most often I use something around 8 inches wide and 1/2 inch thick. Length will vary depending on number.

[@kapilmahajan9216]

Aye wali sit konse hi

[@ladyshots3091]

What are the dimensions?

[@MakerDecor]

Hi, thanks for watching. This one is 2ft wide x 3ft tall. I am working on making full measurements with a stencil for the numbers soon. Thanks.

[@cliftonrwirokromo763]

What is the thickness of the number

[@Apexcontracting1]

What’s the material lost

[@Apexcontracting1]

List

[@MakerDecor]

@@Apexcontracting1 Hi thanks for watching. I dont really have a material list but you can watch this video which has the sizes and wood recommendations used. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJuQinqYo6-eY8U hope this helps.

[@nickymeza3558]

What’s the measurements?

[@MakerDecor]

about 2ft wide by 3ft tall

[@kapilmahajan9216]

Hight kitni hi

[@amberphillips9027]

Can you make me some !!!

[@MakerDecor]

Hey thanks for watching my video..

[@amberphillips9027]

Me again !! Do you have the dimensions you used my dad is going to make me one I’m all the way in GA

[@MakerDecor]

@@amberphillips9027 Hi yes, I just kinda winged it. But it is 3 ft tall x 2 ft wide. I bought the 2ft x 4ft MDF 1/2 inch sheet for the backing and then another 2ft x 4 ft MDF 1/4 inch sheet for the sides from Home Depot. I cut the 1/4 inch MDF 2ft x 4 ft sheet into 7 and 3/4 inch slices for the sides. It came out to 3 slices of 7 and 3/4 inch wide x 4ft long slices. Then I just cut them to the measured lengths for the sides. For the bottom slice I used the thicker 1/2 MDF at about 10 inches wide just to give it more stability instead of the 7 and 3/4 inch thinner 1/4inch MDF. The inside dimensions of the number is 8 inches wide. Your welcome let me know if you have any other questions.

[@amberphillips9027]

@@MakerDecor thank you so so much!!!!

[@amberphillips9027]

How much do you rent your numbers for ?

[@kapilmahajan9216]

Size bolo na kitni hi

[@Balloonsandconfetti]

Where are you safety goggles 🥽

[@MakerDecor]

Hi, yes there were definitely a couple of times I should of had them on in this video. I have gotten better at wearing them but I am new to filming and sometimes it I forget. But yes safety first, Thank you!