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Need a barbecue caddy to hold all those tasty sauces for your next grill fest? Then check out this easy D.I.Y. project. Convert a small timber crate into a personalised hold-all for the next family picnic or backyard barbie with off-the-shelf paint, stencils and webbing.
Safety tip: Always wear the appropriate safety equipment (safety glasses, ear muffs and a mask, for example) and always follow the instructions for the product or equipment.
Cut out letters ‘BBQ boss’ from the stencil sheet and attach to the side of the wooden crate with masking tape. Apply paint using a stencil brush; let dry. Remove letters while paint is still tacky.
When painted letters are completely dry, wear gloves and use a cardboard box as a spray booth to apply clear sealer to the entire crate; let dry.
Measure the crate and test-fit webbing for the strap size. The handle drop (distance from strap tip to crate top) should be 15cm, with an extra 6cm added to the length for the hems. Mark webbing to length.
Cut webbing to length for the strap with scissors, then thread one end through a crate handhold. Apply a generous bead of glue straight across the webbing, then fold over the short edge and press to adhere.
Attach a spring clamp to either side of the hemmed strap, then thread the other end of the webbing through the remaining crate handhold, glue the hem, then clamp. Leave to cure.
Asbestos, lead-based paints and copper chromium arsenic (CCA) treated timber are health hazards you need to look out for when renovating older homes. These substances can easily be disturbed when renovating and exposure to them can cause a range of life-threatening diseases and conditions including cancer. For information on the dangers of asbestos, lead-based paint and CCA treated timber and tips for dealing with these materials contact your local council's Environmental Health Officer or visit our Health & Safety page.
When following our advice in our D.I.Y. videos, make sure you use all equipment, including PPE, safely by following the manufacturer’s instructions. Check that the equipment is suitable for the task and that PPE fits properly. If you are unsure, hire an expert to do the job or talk to a Bunnings Team Member.
