Building a small set help please.

I need to build a set for a shoot im about to do, i need a flor and 3 walls, all of the walls need to be 10ft x 10ft, anyone have any experience un building anything like this and where i could source the materials

Is this to be a temporary one time use thing, or will it be stored and reused. (And if storing, do you need to take it apart for storage, or can you shove it into a corner safely?)

How much weight does the floor need to support, and how uneven of a surface will you be putting this on?

What does it need to look like, and what kind of features to the walls are required? (Do you need windows, hang pictures, wall paper, or just plain single coloured walls?)

What kind of budget are you working with, and can you swing a hammer without hurting yourself or someone else? (Don't actually have to share that, but do keep it in mind and find some local help if you know you're not overly handy around tools. I've given first aid to more than a few friends who refused to admit they did their best work at a desk rather than on a construction site.)

Going down to your local building supply store and pricing out stuff is probably your best and quickest bet. You can google how to frame a stud wall and watch some youtube videos to get an idea if you're not familiar with it. For set pieces you can get away with non-standard spacing on the studs, and use fairly thin drywall. You can even get away with stretched fabric in some cases, it really depends on what you can get your hands on and what skills and kind of time you have. Your planned lighting effects will also impact how carefully you need to build the walls. If any kind of light that is going to hit the wall at a very shallow angle, then you will need a far higher quality wall to avoid shadows casting and the low quality being more apparent. (Things like unevenness will cause light and dark spots showing where the wall isn't perfectly even in any direction, or rough finish casting shadows and giving a speckled look.)

Remember to include angled braces behind your walls, or secure them in another way, and it is more important if you're putting this outdoors where the wind can become a factor. Keep trip hazards in mind, etc.

If you have no idea where to start, I would maybe look for a local theatre club (maybe the college theatre department?) and hire some of their people who have experience building a set.

I'll agree with previous sentiment, waht kind of quality are you going for? One time or permanent? Collapsible or not?

Another thing not mentioned is flooring what kind? Obviously linoleum is easy, I think tiles are to, wood can be a hassle depending on the type and carpet is annoying. I ask because it will change how well flooring needs to be, obviously wood adds support and carpet has a little give but tile needs to be very well built.

Also of.your going to hang.things from the walls ( painting, photos etc) plan where you want them on your walls and throw a stud there for good measure, assuming it's in the budget.

As long as your not putting weight against them you can just stud the seams

How about a cheap Eazy-Up from Walmart and just line it with some cheap fabric? Also from Walmart? just threw in my 2 cents

itsallart wrote in post #17584215
How about a cheap Eazy-Up from Walmart and just line it with some cheap fabric? Also from Walmart? just threw in my 2 cents

Wouldnt be a bad idea, but I, not even as a photographer just a Joe Schmoe, would be able to tell the difference between that and actual solid walls. As well as having the roof limits where you can set it up inside and limits your lighting options as far as height. As well as youll need heavy fabric to reflect light vs a painted wall

gmm213 wrote in post #17584261
Wouldnt be a bad idea, but I, not even as a photographer just a Joe Schmoe, would be able to tell the difference between that and actual solid walls. As well as having the roof limits where you can set it up inside and limits your lighting options as far as height. As well as youll need heavy fabric to reflect light vs a painted wall

Well without knowing exactly what the set up is for i thought I would just throw my idea in for you to ponder upon.
The roof doesn't have to be on But again I don't know what you have in mind. Carry on

Its not for me. Im just throwing my ideas out to help him figure it out. But you are right its hard without knowing more about what he wants. I was thinking more of all the frame parts in the way. Doable yeas, but it may be a pain.

gmm213 wrote in post #17584285
Its not for me. Im just throwing my ideas out to help him figure it out. But you are right its hard without knowing more about what he wants. I was thinking more of all the frame parts in the way. Doable yeas, but it may be a pain.

sorry, I replied to the wrong post

DonJuanMair wrote in post #17584011
I need to build a set for a shoot im about to do, i need a flor and 3 walls, all of the walls need to be 10ft x 10ft, anyone have any experience un building anything like this and where i could source the materials

What tools do you have available to you?

Budget?

Plans?

the fist thing you need to do is draw up actual plans. Never begin construction without plans.

You'll need 1x3 and 1/4" plywood for the walls (Luaune)

https://www.youtube.co​m/watch?v=S5uRdVBprc4

FYI, I build scenery for a living.

DonJuanMair wrote in post #17584011
I need to build a set for a shoot im about to do, i need a flor and 3 walls, all of the walls need to be 10ft x 10ft, anyone have any experience un building anything like this and where i could source the materials

Wondering if this project ever came together?

Wouldn't mind hearing/seeing what you came up with.