MSU Campus Archaeologist:
Were making our archaeology screens today. Were using wood donated by MSU students! It was old dorm loft wood!
MSU Campus Archaeologist:
First step: create the screen box, by screwing together four pieces of wood. The screen will sit inside. #fb
MSU Campus Archaeologist:
Step 2: add corner braces to keep the frame steady when shaking the dirt through #fb
MSU Campus Archaeologist:
Next: drill holes at either end of the box to attach the legs. #fb
MSU Campus Archaeologist:
connect the legs to the box w a nut, bolt, and washers. Since it needs to move, place extra washer between wood #fb
MSU Campus Archaeologist:
The screen, 1/4 in mesh, is attached using fencing staples, then covered w fitting strips to add support.
MSU Campus Archaeologist:
Add a couple braces to the legs, and you have a fully functioning shaker screen, demonstrated by @gakrause. #fb