How to Build Box Deer Blinds

Using a box deer blind will help conceal your movements and noise while deer hunting. A box deer blind also helps shield you from the weather. Building one is relatively simple and reasonably inexpensive. Of course, some box deer blinds can become rather elaborate, but a few basic construction steps are required for a simple, yet comfortable, blind.

Step 1

Cut six 2-by-4s to a length of 45 inches using the circular saw. Lay an 8-foot 2-by-4 on its side and secure the cut pieces perpendicular to the 8-foot piece, using screws, starting at one end and on 16-inch centers. Secure another 8-foot 2-by-4 to the end of these pieces. This completes the floor frame. Screw a 4-by-8 piece of 1/2-inch plywood over the frame. The floor is now complete.

Step 2

Cut four 2-by-4s to a length of 5 feet and four more to a length of 6 feet. Secure the 5-foot lengths to the front of the blind by screwing one end to the 8-foot 2-by-4 that makes up the front of the floor. Space these to accommodate desired window openings between them. Use a level to ensure that they are straight. Repeat on the back of the blind with the 6-foot pieces. Use an 8-foot 2-by-4 across the top of each of these assemblies to strengthen the wall.

Step 3

Cut 2-foot-long pieces of 2-by-4 with opposing 45-degree angles on each end with the miter saw. Use these as braces between the wall and floor by securing them with screws.

Step 4

Screw a 4-by-8 piece of plywood across the front and rear walls to serve as the roof. The angle created by the difference in wall height will help shed rain and snow.

Step 5

Cut pieces of plywood and screw them to the wall frame to enclose the blind. Use a tape measure to determine the sizes needed. You must use more than one sheet of plywood for the front and back walls.

Step 6

Cut out window and door openings in the plywood with the circular saw. Bear in mind the seat you will be using to determine the window heights.