How to Build a Dog Ramp

Cut a nonslip rug, like the sisal shown here, to the size of the lid. Roll contact cement onto the top of the lid and the underside the sisal rug in a well-ventilated area. Allow the contact cement to dry to the touch. Place scrap strips of wood on top of the lid to keep the surfaces from making contact and instantly bonding before the rug is perfectly positioned.

Place the end of the rug flush with the end of the lid. Slowly remove the scraps, allowing the rug to bond to the lid, making sure the edges stay flush with the edges of the lid. Work your way from one end of the lid to the other until the rug is secure.