If you have a green thumb and want to show it off build an attractive planter bench for your backyard.
Build deck planter bench.
High and 16 in.
A bench is even easier to build than a planter.
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.
Using a miter saw cut boards for the seat seat frame planters and inner frame.
Standard seating height for benches is about 17.
A planter is a tripping hazard if less than 18 in.
Rather than loading a tall planter with unnecessary soil build a shelf inside.
Drained water trapped in a cavity below the planter could cause decking to rot.
How to build outdoor planter bench 1.
Building the bottom of the planters.
It s a durable and comfy seat that may be used for several purposes.
Cut the pieces photo by kolin smith.
Tie it into a planter for additional stability.
A comfortable bench is between 16 in.
Drill pilot holes through the 16 1 2 long supports and insert 2 1 1 2 screws to create.
How to build a deck planter.
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How to build a planter bench overview illustration by gregory nemec.
In any case attach it with toe screwed fasteners to the deck.
A bench is a must for every outdoor space.
Most decorative plants need less than 1 foot of soil depth.
How to build a planter bench.
That wraps up our list of built in deck and patio seating ideas.
Most people opt for something simple built of wood.
For maximum solidness incorporate the bench into the deck framing.
The first step of the outdoor project is to build the floor for the planter bench.
However for the more elaborate stone patios adding a large custom built seating location can add a tremendous number of seats on your patio.
Build the frame out of 2 2 lumber and the bottom out of 1 6 slats.