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SUCCAH CONSTRUCTION INSTRUCTIONS Designed by Gary Garb The following instructions are for building a beautiful and halachic Succah (PHOTO GALLERY) approximately 8 feet wide by 7 feet deep by 7 feet high. This size will easily accommodate a standard size picnic table and benches. We normally can seat 8-9 people under the s'chach. Initial construction requires some experience and facility with power saws, drills, and other hand tools, and takes about 4-6 hours. However, once constructed, this reusable Succah is easily assembled and disassembled (with only bolts, nuts, and washers) by one or two people in about an hour. The structure is extremely rigid and stable and should be usable for many years. Mine has served me well since 1987 without any repairs or maintenance. Go to Rabbi Moshe Morgan's Web Site and click on "A Guide to the Laws of Succos" for extensive information regarding Succot and the Succah. PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU START BUILDING!   Refer frequently to the Figures as you work. "Measure twice, cut once!" References to "Left" and "Right" are for the builder facing the front of the Succah! Print the LIST OF MATERIALS and TOOLS or download the entire set of plans in Acrobat (PDF) format (right-click the link below and select "Save target as..."): Plans in Acrobat (PDF) format Before purchasing the materials, please read this important note! NEW! See my alternative construction plan using standard metal connectors. Includes diagram for an enlarged, 8' x 16' succah. Problems? Send me an E-Mail: (*New Address) Read my comments on succah construction kits. NOTE: Revised (2006) with important new information! Read about our recent Volunteer Trip to Israel If you use these instructions to construct your succah, please send me a photo or two for the web site. No names will be used! Also, if you feel inclined to give back in return for the enjoyment of your succah, please consider a donation to ARMDI. Chag Sameach! Instructions, Part 1 >>>>> This site is proudly sponsored by: The Training Help Desk, LLC Last Revision: 27 August 2006