You Can Make Customized Cornhole Boards With Material You Get From The Lumber Yard

15th Feb 2014

Customized cornhole boards are today what crafted horseshoe pits were fifty years ago. Cornhole is a game that is often played at tailgating parties. It has the advantage of being easy to transport and easy to setup.

Customized cornhole boards are easy to make if you are comfortable using power tools like saws and drills. It involves using fiberboard and two by four pieces of lumber from a lumber yard. You can find directions for making a board that meets the regulations of the game by checking online. Basically it is a ramp that has a very smooth surface. This is what the cornhole bag slides down. You will need to sand it down so there are no rough spots.

Most people paint the surface of the board. Ideas for custom boards include red, white and blue for July 4th get togethers or the colors of your favorite team. You can add a mascot, decals or the team logo. Hunting and fishing are often represented by a gun, bird or fish. Children’s cornhole boards are usually painted bright colors and often have nursery rhyme figures on them. Bags can be made from fabric in a wide range of designs and colors to match the board. Visit Custom Cornhole for more information.