Basketball Backboard

Introduction

This week, score a 3 point shot with this easy and fun DIY Basketball Hoop!

You need

Tools

Supplies

Hammer & Nails
Dremel MM14 Multi‑Max Wood Flush Cut Blade
Screwdriver
Screws

Materials

Basketball Hoop
Basketball
Reclaimed Wood
1/2" Plywood
Mounting hooks

L: Length, W: Width, H: Height, D: Diameter

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Step 1

Source your reclaimed wood, basketball hoop and plywood. Use a Dremel Ultra-Saw™ to cut the plywood proportionately. Then, use the Dremel Multi-Max to sand the edges of the cut wood. Hint: Cut out the plywood backing 3” smaller than the reclaimed surface area to give you a nicer edge.

Step 2 4

Step 2

Next, secure the plywood backing to reclaimed wood using the hammer and nails.

Step 3 4

Step 3

Screw the hoop to front of the reclaimed wood, and add the net to the hoop.

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Step 4

Then, screw the mounting hooks to the back of the hoop, which is now ready to be mounted to the wall.

Warning

To reduce the risk of injury user must read instruction manuals for all tools used in this project. Wear eye and respiratory protection. Use clamps to support work piece whenever practical.