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Feedback on semi permanent shade frame

Brian Shelton — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:23:35 GMT

I have this area between my support posts I’d like to build a shade for. The area between the posts is 11’ 1.75”

Looking at 3/4 EMT for the build. The final dimensions being:

11’ 1.25” wide by 6’ deep. (Leaving 1/4” either side) with the intent to attach to the poles.

The Images below detail by build plan. This is my first build with EMT, feel free to blow holes in it. Not sure if I need 1 or 2 supports in the middle, or if those need to be mounted to the wall via the angle flange.

I’m in NE Florida for reference.

Build list currently:

7 - EMT 10’ x 3/4”

2 or 4 - 180° structural connector

3 or 4 - adjustable angle flange

4 - T connectors

2 - 2 hole straps to attach them to the vertical poles.

Shade Cloth Gazebo over 2 raised bed

Michael Allen — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:33:57 GMT

Gardening project:

16' x 16' shade cloth (50%) gazebo over 2 raised planters. The Structure contains misters around the entire structure. Planter will host a flower and herb garden.

Materials used:

23 sticks of 3/4" x 10 ' EMC pipe

qty 12 - flange connectors

qty 4 - 90 degree connectors

qty 10 - 4 way connectors

qty 4 - 5 way connectors

qty 24 - 45 degree connectors

qty 2 - Adjustable 180 degree connectors

This is a project (Shade Cloth Gazebo) that I have been thinking about for over a year and was going to build out of lumber until I discovered this product (Maker Pipe). This was a great discovery since I was able to build the structure in about 6 hours. Now that I have some experience with the materials I plan on building many more garden projects going forward.

3/4 hole drilled connectors - one or both pieces?

Ethan — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:26:40 GMT

I'm in the process of drilling holes in my 3/4 connectors to give my build some added strength and had the thought that really only half of the connectors needed these holes, because mostly the screws are just there to stop the pieces slipping, and one screw would do the job about as well as two.

Anyway, that's what I was thinking but wanted to get a sanity check from other, more experienced crafters.

Tomato line trellis

David Lilley — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:57:59 GMT

My wife and I wanted a simple line-trellis system that could be altered as needed, used for other types of vegetables, and could support shade material during peak summer months.

Each vertical is held with two single-hole straps, secured with bolts and nuts. (...not self-tapping screws as I originally considered.) I bought the 3d printed spacers, but they weren't needed.

I drove all four 3-4 inches into the ground, ensuring the top was level on all sides. The bed is on a slight slope, but I also leveled it. I'll probably add a central crossbar. If needed, I will also add 45-degree bracing, but so far it seems sturdy enough as is.

The nylon masonry line is tied on with double constrictor knots, and the lines are secured to the tomatoes with plastic trellis clips.

Tractor enclosure project

Gary Esak — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:35:28 GMT

I bought a front mount snowblower for my Mahindra tractor and it came with a soft enclosure but it didn’t have a frame so I made one with (mostly)makerpipe. Used the same frame for a removable roof made from an old golf cart roof. 4 pipe clamps and comes right off. I’m happy with the results!

3D Printer Stand

David Herve — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 17:21:46 GMT

Thought I would try this product and build myself a 3D Printer Rack. Ordered the parts and picked up the pipe, and within a couple of hours had the rack built! I was truly impressed with the ease of the build, as long as you build it out on paper to see what parts you need , then it all flows.

Golf ball return system

Tim Mendoza — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 02:11:33 GMT

Building a golf ball return ramp inside of a hitting cage with the center being lower than the sides so that the balls funnel down to the bottom of a collection receptacle . Thinking of bending the pipe that connects the sides as the ramp descends to the bottom. I may need to bend pipe in 3 or 4 spots as it descends to the bottom of the ramp where it will collect the golf balls. I kinda know what fittings that I will need for the sides of the ramp but not sure of the connectors that I will need t o connect the bent pipe to the sides. Any suggestions of other methods would be welcome.

Chicken Run

Jake Lewis — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 23:24:35 GMT

"MegaChickenYard is a success!

Worked great! Wife and chickens are very happy!

GREAT PRODUCT!!!" - Mason

Built the set for an Agatha Christie Murder Mystery

Ken Ahlberg — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 21:37:58 GMT

We decided to go for it and use EMT conduit and MakerPipe connectors instead of our usual 2x4s to build the set. Very pleased with how it went!

Awesome deburring option

Aaron D — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:06:56 GMT

I'm currently working on a removable kayak rack for my utility trailer (pics of that soon) and stumbled on this amazing option for deburring EMT after it's cut to length.

Just use a step drill! The 7/8" step just barely fits inside 3/4" EMT and does an amazing and quick job of removing any burr left inside the tube after it's been cut.