If you want to add character to your deck or patio you should really consider building this planter bench.
Build a planter box bench.
Step 10 coat the redwood planter bench with sealer.
Using a miter saw cut boards for the seat seat frame planters and inner frame.
A garden bench attached to planter boxes makes a great combination.
Expect to spend several hours building two planters and a bench.
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The bench with two planters attached on both sides will cost about 100.
Secure three additional sides to make the planter bench box pre drill holes to assemble the boxes after constructing the three sides of each in the same way as the planter bench end frames.
Cut the pieces photo by kolin smith.
A bench is even easier to build than a planter.
These planter bench plans make it easy to build using only 2 4 s screws and nails.
Get started building this planter bench and start enjoying your favorite flowers.
The existing end frame will make the fourth side of the planter box.
A platform that is 16 inches wide and 17 inches high will be comfortable for most people.
You ll need to be able to measure and cut boards plus fasten them with nails or screws.
You can easily adjust the size of the seat to suit your needs.
Benches can be almost any length but because lumber is sold in select lengths 8 boards make this bench easy to build without too much cutting and fitting.
Standard seating height for benches is about 17.
How to build a planter bench overview illustration by gregory nemec.
How to build outdoor planter bench 1.
Before you begin purchase a liner and design a.