Gina2008 Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbytsdy Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 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)... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gina2008 Posted January 14, 2009 Author Share Posted January 14, 2009 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chesterfieldzoo Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 They hang down off the edge of the roof. They are great if you ever want to install gutters also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 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, GinaThat's so totally wonderful of you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gina2008 Posted January 15, 2009 Author Share Posted January 15, 2009 Thanks for all the feedback. Have a Bless Night! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gina2008 Posted January 22, 2009 Author Share Posted January 22, 2009 thanks to all of you! The Orchid is finished and I have pictures on my gallery if you like to see! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katethesape Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 It's beautiful! I love the green and light wood table/chairs in the kitchen, they remind me of RL furniture my mom had in her kitchen. Great job, and congratulations!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cassidy14 Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 I know this is a post from a while ago but I still cannot figure it out, I dont know if there was supposed to be a picture attached to the one comment but if so i cannot see it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 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: They help to hold the roof in shape. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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