4X6 Blind with Metal Studs

[txracks]

Closed cell foam is a little expensive, but IMHO is well worth it...It should increase the longevity of the blind and seal out critters. I did have issues with the blind I sprayed last year with wasps. I think I did a poor job getting the metal siding attached and there were some gaps near one of the windows...It is sealed now.

[offthemap]

Here come the typical questions.... How heavy do you think it is before the foam? Do you have an idea of what it cost you to build this bad boy?

[txracks]

It is comparable in weight with a large sofa...I'll have about $1100 in both before foaming it...

[txracks]

Having the blinds sprayed this afternoon with closed cell foam. Can't wait to post pics...

[Denton]

You did a good job! Smart Idea! Looks good!

[TMC50]

My dad has built two. one on a 8 footstand and one on a 15 foot stand.

Both completely metal and with insulation. Talk about cozy. Carpet on the bottom keeps sound down and I love hunting in them.

[Bucksaw]

So about what do you think you have invested in one of those once its all said and done? After hauling around my last 2 stand that weighed over 1200lbs each, I think the lightweight idea might be justifiable, even if it costs a little more.

[txracks]

Weight isn't a issue when you have a skid steer with forks

[Bucksaw]

I guess not, but me no gotti. Maybe you should just come down and move my stands for me.

[cburgess]

Any updates on what the inside looks like with it sprayed? I've never worked with metal studs before, do you have to brace it that much being a deer stand?

[jferg33]

I built a 4x8 last season with metal studs and left over metal from my roof for the siding. I figured it would last a heck of a lot longer than wood. I built it on a trailer and love it. Pretty tight too. I checked it last week and no critters or nests at all. I'll see if i can find a pic.

[R Herline Jr]

Thumbs up on the blind build. Putting it in a truck bed tops it off.
Thanks for sharing

[txracks]

Updated Pictures of the Closed Cell Foam

Here are the pictures after I sprayed it with foam. It turned out really good but I think I may need a air port or a vent to allow the heat to escape. It is very air tight, which will be great when it is cold, but not in those hot Texas Novembers...

[jwedel]

Those are pretty cool! I'm in the lucky boat with you, having a skid steer with forks makes building blinds much easier...or tougher, depending on how you look at it. If you don't mind, what did it cost to get the foam sprayed?

[txracks]

Foam was $600 for both blinds. They are sealed tight!!! That will be good in the winter but not so much when it is hot. I may have to add a air vent on one to allow the hot air to escape.

We got them setup this weekend with no issues. I am pretty pumped at the hunting spots where they are located