Construct the Gorilla Hut
THese are the supplies you need for your DIY monkey hut
Build a something stronger than a monkey hut.
Build a Gorilla Hut!
This tough shade structure blocks the heat, endures the wind, and fits in a mid size car.
This monkey hut design is one of the strongest and most reliable I have seen. The Gorilla Hut shade structure cost around $500 in materials, covers over 200 SQ.ft, and breaks down into 5 foot sections. I have taken my Gorilla Hut to the playa three times now and I can say, this shelter will survive anything Burning Man can throw at you.
1. It's time to get some materials.
NOTE: These are the exact quantities necessary for this build.
If you are going to screw up, or want to make replacement parts, then buy a few extra.
Big box stores will have almost everything you need, but shopping around will keep costs low.
For some materials I provided links to recommended products.
You definitely want a 100% Sun Blocker Tarp and Schedule 40 PVC. It is worth the extra money.
Rebar should be sourced carefully, as the price difference between big box and local can exceed $100 dollars for the project.
I am not affiliated with any products.
Here are the materials you will need to buy:
(1) Drill (borrow if you don't own. product pictured is not a recommendation.)
(1) Measuring Tape
(1) 3lb Steel Mallet
(1) PVC cutter (spend the extra $14 or so for the right tool)
(20) 2' long, 1/2" diameter re-bar stakes (never hurts to have a few extra)
(10) 10', SCH40 1" PVC (Thin pipe for creating ribs)
(1) 10', 1" PVC (for covering rebar)
(8) 10', SCH40 1-1/4" PVC (Fat pipe for creating spine)
(2) 1-1/2" PVC T fittings
(3) 1-1/2" PVC X fittings
(21) 2" Screw w. Nut (#8-32 x 2" ROUND head slotted zinc machine screws)
(21) Lock Washers (#10 zinc lock washers)
(4) 15ft Ratchet Straps w. 2 Hooks
(4) 10 ft Ratchet Straps w. 2 Hooks
(120ft) Rope (read section "Preparing the Tarp and Tie Downs" for more information)
(1) WD-40
(1) Roll of Gorilla Tape (or other thick construction tape)
(1) Roll of Reflective Tape
(1) 100% Sun Blocker Tarp - 20' x 24' (takes time to order)
(32) 6" ball bungees
(10) 9" ball bungees
(10) 12" ball bungees
(10) Heavy Duty Zip Ties
