We designed our kits to make them as easy as possible for the first time builder with a limited number of tools.
Are these identical to your production boards? - Yes and no. These are identical in that it is the exact same shape as our production boards. They are different in that they use a strip building method with is better suited for the home builder.
How long does it take? - Boards typically take between 20 and 60 hours to complete. What tools to I need? - We’ve designed our kits so that they can be built using a limited number of expensive tools. At a minimum you’ll need a good sander, a block plain, clamps, a handsaw and router. For a complete list of tools, check our latest blog post.
Do I need to build a special table? - No! We’ve designed our kits so that you don’t need to create a special “rocker table” which only adds costs and time to your build.
Why don’t you include the wood for the skins? - One of the joys in building boards is that each one is unique. Customers like to use a wide range of different woods to achieve the look the they want. For this reason, we encourage builders to source their wood locally.
Where do I get wood for the outer skins? - Wood can be had from a number of sources including your local big box hardware store. the planks will need to be milled to 1/4 thickness. Wood prices vary from region to region but expect to pay anywhere from $150 dollars to $450 dollars for lumber for your board. Some of our favorite woods to use are Cedar, Paulownia, pine and Cypress.
What instructions can you provide?- We started out just like you building boards and boats one at a time in a two car garage so we know exactly the concerns that you have. "Can I really do this?" The answer is yes! We’ve created a number of options to help provide instructions including, a how to book, an online web course, one on one direct video coaching. If you’d like to build a board with us, inquire about our in person workshops in Austin, TX by emailing us at support@jarvisboards.com
Still have questions? Email us at support@jarvisboards.com
