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Simple DIY planter box

Jun 17, 2022 | General Information

Planter

Planter boxes are a great method to improve the look of a home’s surroundings. They’re also an excellent option for small-space gardening. Try this DIY planter box is the perfect home for flowers, herbs and veggies!

 

Supplies:

  • Two 1” x 11” x 72” pine wood panels
  • Measuring tape and pencil
  • Jigsaw
  • Brad nailer and nails (or hammer and nails)
  • Drill and wood screws
  • Paint and roller
  • Two 1¼” x 48” wood dowels

Instruction:

  1. Grab the measuring tape and pencil and divide the wood panels into the following sizes:
      • One: 34” x 11” (bottom)
      • Two: 36” x 11” (sides)
      • Two: 11” x 11” (ends)
  2. Now, cut the wood a jigsaw.
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  4. Attach together using a brad nailer. Don’t have a brad nailer handy? Simply use some nails and a hammer to complete this step.
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  6. Once your box is constructed, lightly sand it before you paint the exterior using your favourite summer colour and your roller brush.
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  8. To create the legs of the planter, cut each dowel in half using a jigsaw. Find and mark the center of the dowel and drill a small hole into the base of each one.
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  10. Mark the location of each leg 3” away from the edges on the inside of the finished planter. Drill a small hole for each leg at the bottom of the box. Grab the dowels and, using the wood screws, attach them from above.
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  12. Add your plants and enjoy!

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