Homemade Cabinet Jacks For Stairs

Building stairs can be a daunting task, but it is definitely possible to do it yourself with the right tools and materials. One of the most important tools you will need is a cabinet jack. Cabinet jacks are used to lift and support stairs while they are being built, and they can also be used to make adjustments to the stairs after they have been installed.

There are many different types of cabinet jacks available on the market, but you can easily make your own cabinet jack using a few simple materials. To make a homemade cabinet jack, you will need the following materials:

Two pieces of 2x4 lumber, each 36 inches long
Two pieces of 2x6 lumber, each 24 inches long
Four bolts, 1/2 inch in diameter and 6 inches long
Four washers, 1/2 inch in diameter
Four nuts, 1/2 inch in diameter

To make the cabinet jack, follow these steps:

Place the two pieces of 2x4 lumber parallel to each other, with the ends of the boards flush. Clamp the boards together.
Place the two pieces of 2x6 lumber perpendicular to the 2x4 lumber, with the ends of the boards flush. Clamp the boards together.
Drill four holes through the 2x4 and 2x6 lumber, at the corners of the boards. The holes should be 1/2 inch in diameter.
Insert the bolts through the holes, and secure them with the washers and nuts.

Your homemade cabinet jack is now complete. To use the cabinet jack, simply place it under the stair that you are working on, and use the bolts to adjust the height of the stair.

Here are some tips for using a cabinet jack: