Deer Box Stand Plans

This step by step diy woodworking project is aboutdeer box standplans. The project features instructions for building a 4×8 deer blind. This is a heavy duty construction that will stand time for many years in a row. If you want to decrease the costs or the total weight of the construction, you should place the studs 24″ on center, instead of 16″. Make sure you take a look over the rest of plans to see alternatives and more projects for your garden. Premium Plans for this project available in the Shop.

When buying the lumber, you should select the planks with great care, making sure they are straight and without any visible flaws (cracks, knots, twists, decay). Investing in cedar or other weather resistant lumber is a good idea, as it will pay off on the long run. Use a spirit level to plumb and align the components, before inserting the galvanized screws, otherwise the project won’t have a symmetrical look. If you have all the materials and tools required for the project, you could get the job done in about a day. See all my Premium Plans HERE.

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A– 7piece of 2×4 lumber– 45″ long, 2 pieces – 96″ longJOISTS
B– 1piece of 3/4″ plywood– 48″x96″ longFLOOR
C– 2pieces of 2×4 lumber– 96″ long, 4pieces –72″ long, 2 pieces – 89″ long, 5 pieces – 22 1/2″ long, 5 pieces – 32 1/2″ long2xSIDE WALL
D – 2pieces of 2×4 lumber– 41″ long, 3pieces – 72″ long, 2 pieces – 14″ longBACK WALL
E – 2pieces of 2×4 lumber – 41″ long, 2 pieces – 72″ long, 2 pieces – 22 1/2″ long, 2 pieces – 32 1/2″ long, 2 pieces – 38″ longFRONT WALL
F – 1piece of 2×6 lumber -96″ long, 7 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 46 1/2″ longRAFTERS
G – 2 pieces of 3/4″ plywood – 48″x77″ long, 4 pieces – 48″x82 1/2″ long WALLS
H – 2 pieces of 3/4″ plywood – 34 1/2″x52 3/4″ long, 1 piece – 31 1/2″x52 3/4″ long ROOFING SHEETS
I – 40 sq ft of tar paper, 40 sq ft of asphalt shinglesROOFING

37 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 8′
5 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 8′
10piece of 3/4″ plywood– 48″x96″
40 sq ft of tar paper, 40 sq ft of asphalt shingles
500 pieces2 1/2″ screws
200 pieces1 5/8″ screws
door latch, handle, hinges
brackets for stand

Tools

Hammer, Tape measure, Framing square, Level

Miter saw, Drill machinery, Screwdriver, Sander

Safety Gloves, Safety Glasses

Time

One day

How to build a 4×8 deer stand

Building-the-floor-frame

The first step of the project is to build the frame of the floor. As you can easily notice in the diagram, we recommend you to cut the components at the right dimensions. Drill pilot holes through the rim joists and insert 2 1/2″ screws into the joists. Make sure the corners are square and insert screws to lock everything together tightly.

If you want to protect the joists from moisture you can fit a couple of 4×4 skids under the frame.

Fitting the floor

Attach the 4×8 plywood sheet to the joists and align the edges as shown in the diagram. Drill pilot holes and insert 1 1/4″ screws to lock the plywood sheet to the joists tightly.

Building-the-side-wall-frames

Continue the project by assembling the side walls. Cut the components from 2×4 lumber using the information from the diagram. Drill pilot holes through the plates and insert 2 1/2″ screws into the studs, as shown in the diagram. Remember that you can modify the size of the window opening to suit your needs.

Fitting the side walls

Fit the side walls to the floor of the deer box and align the edges. Use a spirit level to make sure the walls are plumb and lock them temporarily into place using 2×4 braces. Drill pilot holes through the bottom plates and insert 2 1/2″ screws into the floor joists.

Back-wall-frame

Next, you need to build the back wall for the 4×8 deer blind. Cut the components at the right dimensions. Drill pilot holes through the bottom and top plates and insert 2 1/2″ screws into the studs. Make sure the corners are square and align everything with attention.

Front-wall-frame

Build the front wall in the same manner described above.

Assembling the frame of the deer box

Fit the front and the back walls to the floor of the deer blind. Align the edges with attention, making sure the corners are right-angled. Drill pilot holes and insert 2 1/2″ screws to lock the adjacent walls together tightly. Drill pilot holes through the bottom plates and insert 2 1/2″ screws into the floor joists.

Rafters plans

Build the rafters from 2×6 lumber. Mark the cut lines on the beams and get the job done with a circular saw. Smooth the edges with sandpaper for a professional result.

Building the rafters

Next, attach the rafters to a 2×6 beam, as shown in the plans. Drill pilot holes through the beam and insert 2 1/2″ screws into the rafters, making sure you place them equally-spaced.

Fitting the rafters

Fit the rafters to the top of the deer box and align everything with attention. Drill pilot holes through the rafters and insert 2 1/2″ screws into the plates.

Installing the back panel

Next, attach the 3/4″ plywood panels to the back of the deer box. Make the cuts to the panel as shown in the diagram. Drill a starting holes and make the openings with a jigsaw. Attach the panels to the walls and secure them into place with 1 1/4″ screws.

Build the back panel and secure it to the studs with 1 1/4″ screws. Make sure you leave no gaps between the studs and the panels.

Side panels

Next, you need to attach the panels to the sides of the deer blind. Start with the short side. Make the cuts to the plywood sheets and secure them to the wall frames using 1 1/4″ screws or nails. Leave no gaps between the components for a professional result.

Attaching the side panels

Build the panels for the taller side and lock them into place with 1 1/4″ screws or nails.

Fitting-the-door

Use the panel that you have cut out from the back wall and transform it into a door. Secure the door to the wall with several hinges. In addition, install a latch to lock the door into place tightly.

Fitting the roofing sheets

One of the last steps of the project is to attach the roofing sheets to the rafters. Cut the sheets from 3/4″ plywood and center them to the rafters, as shown in the diagram. Drill pilot holes and insert 1 1/4″ screws into the rafters, every 8″. Leave no gaps between the sheets and the rafters.

Fitting the roofing

Cover the roof with the tar paper and then install asphalt shingles. Alternatively, you can seal the roof by installing corrugated metal sheets.

Deer box stand plans

Fill the holes and dents with wood putty and let it dry out for several hours. Use 120-200 grit sandpaper to smooth the surface. Remember that you can adjust the designand size of the deer blind to suit your needs. Check out the 6×6 deer blind plans we also have on our site.

Top Tip: If you want to enhance the look of the project and to protect the components from decay, we recommend you to apply paint or stain.

4×8 Deer Blind Plans

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Deer and other animals need time to get used to it, so set it up well before the season begins — three to six weeks should be ample time.

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How long does it take deer to get used to a box stand? ›

Deer and other animals need time to get used to it, so set it up well before the season begins — three to six weeks should be ample time.

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What is the best direction to face a tree stand? ›

Instead, one must approach the stand with the wind direction in the face to prevent human scent from drifting into the area where deer will be approaching when hunting. Other factors for the proper entrance route are walking on a quieter surface, such as a road, creek bed, or bare dirt.

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How tall should I build my deer stand? ›

Given the desire to be high enough to stay out of sight and blow scent over nearby deer, but not so high as to negatively affect shots, I generally aim to set my stands between 17 and 22 feet.

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How do you attract a big buck to a stand? ›

Here are a few tips for bringing in the big bucks:

Use an Attractant. A deer's sense of smell is about 60 times better than a human's. ...
Use a Grunt Call. Use a grunt call to lure in bucks within earshot. ...
Be Invisible. Now that you've lured your bucks, it's important not to scare them off. ...
Contact R & K Hunting Company.

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Should I sit in my deer stand all day? ›

Conclusion. A great cruising stand during the Peak Rut, well located on a funnel between bedding areas and food sources, can be an incredible all day sit! Also, opening day of gun season just wouldn't be the same without hiding out in a brushy funnel for the entire day.

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Should you sit all day deer hunting? ›

Less Ground Scent Deposited

Hunters who walk in for lunch between the morning and afternoon sits lay down twice as much scent as those who hunt daylight to dark. That's reason enough to sit the entire day, rather than climbing down and heading in for a few hours.

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Is it OK to let a deer sit overnight? ›

Short answer is, no. I've had several bad experiences with bucks I've shot at last light and left overnight. If the meat didn't flat out spoil, it sure tasted funky. I won't leave a buck out now if the temperature is 40 degrees or above.

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What time of day are most deer killed? ›

Deer are crepuscular, which is a fancy way of saying they are most active during those twilight hours of dawn and dusk, which is when most deer hunters, including myself, are out trying to bag a deer. We do this because it's the time of day when the odds are most in our favor.

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What time of day do bucks move? ›

Deer are most active during the twilight hours of dusk and dawn. Most sleep during the day. They typically feed in the early morning hours before sleeping and then again in the evening and through the night. However, deer can also be active during the day and even midday, especially during rut and around the full moon.

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How late should you sit in a deer stand? ›

If I am only hunting the afternoon hours during the rut, I often try to settle in 4-6 hours before dark if hunting a heavily wooded cruising location, and closer to 3-4 hours prior to dark if hunting a food source.

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Do you aim low in a tree stand? ›

You should aim slightly lower when shooting from a tree stand.

How do I get my deer closer to my stand? ›

But in the case of a way to bring deer closer to your tree stand, a watering hole, even in the presents of water source on your property, can be effective! Installing a watering hole will create a big attraction for your tree stand location.

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What not to do in a tree stand? ›

Never carry equipment when climbing. Use a haul line to raise and lower equipment, unloaded firearm or bow.

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What kind of blocks do deer like? ›

Mineral salt also has a potent scent to attract deer, particularly when wet. And in taste tests, most prefer salt rocks over manufactured blocks. Deer will lick mineral rocks year-round and seek the nutrients they provide during every life phase.

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What material is used for deer blind walls? ›

To build a sturdy, weather-resistant deer blind we recommend using pressure treated dimensional lumber. Southern Pine is a cost-effective option to build the frame and rafters for your deer blind. Plywood is a convenient option for the floor and exterior walls of your deer blind.

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How do you keep deer on a small piece of property? ›

If there isn't any water for miles, digging a pond will help keep deer on a piece of land. If there is lots of food but no cover in an area, build bedding areas. If a hunter or group of hunters creates what the deer are lacking — whether it is food or shelter, there will be more deer on the property, Winand says.

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