Using a miter saw cut boards for the seat seat frame planters and inner frame.
Build deck planter bench.
For maximum solidness incorporate the bench into the deck framing.
For the cut list scroll down to the bottom of this article.
We ve already shared some tutorials for outdoor storage benches and today i d like to present some more ideas but this time these are planter benches.
It s a durable and comfy seat that may be used for several purposes.
Most people opt for something simple built of wood.
If you have a green thumb and want to show it off build an attractive planter bench for your backyard.
How to build a planter bench overview illustration by gregory nemec.
A bench is even easier to build than a planter.
Build the frame out of 2 2 lumber and the bottom out of 1 6 slats.
A planter is a tripping hazard if less than 18 in.
A bench is a must for every outdoor space.
Drained water trapped in a cavity below the planter could cause decking to rot.
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.
Rather than loading a tall planter with unnecessary soil build a shelf inside.
The first step of the outdoor project is to build the floor for the planter bench.
How to build a planter bench.
9 diy planter benches for your outdoor spaces.
High and 16 in.
Finally check this awesome diy cinder block bench.
Drill pilot holes through the 16 1 2 long supports and insert 2 1 1 2 screws to create.
Cut the pieces photo by kolin smith.
How to build a deck planter.
Tie it into a planter for additional stability.
How to build outdoor planter bench 1.
That wraps up our list of built in deck and patio seating ideas.
Most decorative plants need less than 1 foot of soil depth.
Building the bottom of the planters.