ImagineerTom Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 So for a weird project I need some flat's "diy" kits making (everything is being compiled in the uk then shipped to the other side of the world where we'll assemble it rather than trying to air-freight assembled flats) but in an "odd" size ratio of 6m x 1.3-1.2m and of reasonably good strength. Can anyone suggest anywhere that either has these in-stock or failing that can make them without charging me the earth? t Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Pearce Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 Lancelyn were advertising some flats kits in a brochure I got at work, maybe give them a ring to see if they could customise them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremy MLS Posted October 28, 2009 Share Posted October 28, 2009 What country are you heading to on the other side of the world - New Zealand? If you are, I may be able to put you in contact someone with some flats of that size over here... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy_s Posted October 28, 2009 Share Posted October 28, 2009 I'm sure most scenic construction companies would be happy to fabricate the components to make up the flats - pre drilled, mortice / tenons etc - to your specified size and leave them unassembled for you if you can't find an off the shelf solution. in terms of cost, I don't know whether it would be much cheaper than getting them finished and ready to use - most of the work is in getting the bits ready to assemble, I would think. But there are plenty of scenic workshops, so you could shop around for the best price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ImagineerTom Posted October 28, 2009 Author Share Posted October 28, 2009 New Zealand would be so much easier, but alas I have to get all this kit shipped to the middle of nowhere in India Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkyweb Posted October 28, 2009 Share Posted October 28, 2009 Please contact us off forum, link in siggy. We manufacture scenic flats and can custom make. (Assuming you can sort your shipping issue) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neil Hampson Posted November 3, 2009 Share Posted November 3, 2009 Making a theatrical flat is not the most taxing thing in the industry, surley with a decent set of drawings a local joiner could have these made for a fraction of the price. Can the recieving venue not suggest a local craftsman? I don't want to take trade away from the likes of Knave or Lancelyn, but it does seem a lot of effort and expense to haul some pre-cut and drilled bits of wood half way around the world. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ImagineerTom Posted November 3, 2009 Author Share Posted November 3, 2009 Had it not occured to you that there was a reason why I'm not getting the local venue to make them and why the cost of having them made as kits here and shipped over is preferable.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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