AshleyB
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Working in a HS scene shop, new facility with basically NO stock anything, and I'm looking to start a good, basic flat stock for the school. The stage is sizeable, so the easy 8x4 would just get overwhelmed. I personally like Hollywood flats -less fussy to cover, more stable, and probably more durable (in the hands of teenagers, anyway).
My concern is that 12' TV flats will be too heavy (since I assume I'd have to use 2x4 for framing to get the height), and proclude designs in the future that require any quick changes (or flying in).
Thoughts?
and if I go with soft flats, what's the preferred method these days for getting that extra height? Build an 8' flat and add an extension? or scab lumber to get longer stiles?
Cheers
My concern is that 12' TV flats will be too heavy (since I assume I'd have to use 2x4 for framing to get the height), and proclude designs in the future that require any quick changes (or flying in).
Thoughts?
and if I go with soft flats, what's the preferred method these days for getting that extra height? Build an 8' flat and add an extension? or scab lumber to get longer stiles?
Cheers