How to Boost Construction in OSRS: Ultimate Guide to Construction Boosts

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Introduction

In Old School RuneScape (OSRS), Construction is a skill that allows players to build and customize their Player-Owned House (POH). Boosting your Construction level temporarily can significantly speed up training by letting you build higher-level furniture earlier than your actual level permits. This not only saves time but also helps maximize XP gains per action.

This guide explains all the effective ways to boost Construction in OSRS, including potions, items, and methods to gain temporary level increases.

Why Boost Construction?

Boosting Construction lets you:

  • Access higher-level furniture and rooms sooner.
  • Train Construction more efficiently with faster XP furniture.
  • Reduce overall training time.
  • Take advantage of better furniture for specific goals (e.g., faster XP or better cost efficiency).

Methods to Boost Construction in OSRS

1. Spicy Stews (Orange Spice)

  • Effect: Provides a +5 boost to Construction level for 12 minutes.
  • How to get: Make or buy Spicy Stews and add Orange Spice as an ingredient.
  • Best use: Consume before training sessions to build higher-level furniture without needing the actual level.
  • Note: Boost applies to all actions, allowing you to access furniture otherwise locked by your base level.

2. Crystal Saw

  • Effect: Gives a +3 boost when building furniture.
  • How to get: Reward from the Hard Diaries in OSRS (specifically Ardougne).
  • Usage: Equip the Crystal Saw in your weapon slot to receive the boost during Construction.
  • Advantages: Stackable with other boosts and provides constant improvement without time limits.

3. Portable Workbench

  • Effect: Boosts Construction XP gained by 10%.
  • How to get: Can be built and placed inside your POH or obtained from other players.
  • Benefit: While not a direct level boost, it improves XP rates, making training faster.

4. Temporary Level Boosts from Other Items

  • Currently, Spicy Stews and Crystal Saw are the primary ways to boost Construction levels temporarily.
  • No potions or prayers affect Construction as itโ€™s a non-combat skill.

Combining Boosts for Maximum Efficiency

You can stack the +5 boost from Spicy Stews with the +3 boost from the Crystal Saw. This combination effectively increases your Construction level by +8, allowing you to build furniture significantly above your base level.

Example: If your base Construction level is 45, using both boosts means you can build furniture as if you were level 53.

Additional Tips to Make the Most of Construction Boosts

  • Plan your training: Drink a Spicy Stew just before a long training session to maximize the 12-minute boost duration.
  • Hire a Demon Butler: To speed up training, hire a Demon Butler at level 50 Construction. This reduces downtime by fetching materials.
  • Buy materials in bulk: Ensure you have enough planks, nails, and coins ready before boosting.
  • Use a Servantโ€™s Moneybag: Keep coins in the moneybag to avoid paying fees on each butler trip, saving time.
  • Combine boosts with fast furniture: Use the boost to build mahogany tables or oak larders to maximize XP per plank.

Conclusion

Boosting your Construction level in OSRS is one of the best ways to speed up training and get access to higher-level furniture sooner. The Spicy Stew (orange spice) and Crystal Saw are the most effective boosts, especially when combined. Using these boosts alongside helpers like the Demon Butler and smart resource management can dramatically increase your Construction XP gains and reduce the cost and time involved in leveling.

FAQs

Q1: What is the best way to boost Construction in OSRS?

The best combination is drinking a Spicy Stew with orange spice (+5 boost) and equipping the Crystal Saw (+3 boost) for a total +8 level increase.

Q2: How long does the Spicy Stew boost last?

The +5 Construction boost from Spicy Stews lasts for 12 minutes.

Q3: Can the Demon Butler help with boosted Construction training?

Yes! The Demon Butler fetches materials from your bank, allowing you to train continuously without downtime.

Q4: Are there any potions that boost Construction?

No, Construction cannot be boosted by potions. Spicy Stews and the Crystal Saw are the main options.

Q5: Can I build furniture above my base Construction level with boosts?

Yes, boosts temporarily raise your effective Construction level, allowing you to build furniture that normally requires a higher level.

Q6: Does the Crystal Sawโ€™s boost stack with Spicy Stews?

Yes, the Crystal Sawโ€™s +3 boost stacks with the Spicy Stewโ€™s +5 boost, giving you up to +8 levels temporarily.

By using these boosts and strategies, your OSRS Construction training will be faster, more efficient, and more enjoyable, bringing you closer to that coveted level 99 Construction!