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how to install eaves on the Orchid


Gina2008

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Hi everyone

I really need help understanding where the eaves are to be install.

The Orchid kit has 5 set of these eaves boards. Four dormer, two rear, two gable, and two front.

But where exactly these little pieces of wood are to be install, I do not understad the function of these pieces.

Can somone help me?

Thanks,

Gina

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Hi Gina, I had the same problem-- was stumped for a while over this one!

Finally came up with what I think is the solution:

Hopefully you can see what I did here... The eaves provide a visual backdrop for the bottom rows of shingles (though the shingles are not attached to them)...

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Thanks a million!

I'm building this house for my mother who is 83 years old.

She has Alhzaimer's and I would like to finish it quickly so she can enjoy it.

Thanks again,

Gina

That's so totally wonderful of you!
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  • 9 years later...

Cassidy, I hope you will post an introduction in the Newcomers' Forum.  I have built the Orchid in both wood and plastic.  Here are pictures showing the "eaves" on the front gable and dormers:

the USA General Store.jpg

the front exterior

They help to hold the roof in shape.

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