How to Build an Outdoor Planter Box | $20 Lumber

How to Build an Outdoor Planter Box | $20 Lumber
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I'm into building things for my home, lover of all things healthy/organic/non-toxic, learning new things, kind people & newly interested in a minimalistic lifestyle.
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This project was inspired by the Bower Power Blog - Original tutorial HERE: www.bowerpower...
FOR THIS PROJECT YOU WILL NEED:
MATERIALS LIST (FOR TWO PLANTERS):
(8) 5/8” X 5-1/2" @8FT PT PINE DOG EAR PCKT (stackable boxes)
(8) 1 X 2 @8FT (outer side frames) **1x3s would work too
(1) 2X2 @8FT (inside supports)
(2) 15” Plastic Planters
1-1/4” Nails
2” Nails
Exterior Wood Glue
MEASUREMENT CUTS:
For ONE Planter:
2x2 @ around 15 7/8”
5 degree angles:
(8) 1x2s @ length of planter @ around 33 3/4”
3 1/2 degree angles:
(4) dog ear @16 3/4”
(4) dog ear @16”
(4) dog ear @15”
(4) dog ear @14 1/8”
(4) dog ear @13 1/4”
(4) dog ear @12 1/4”
TOOLS:
Tape Measurer
Miter Saw
Nailer
Large Clamp
Wood Filler + Putty Knife
Sander + 120 Grit Sandpaper
Stain/Paint + Paint Supplies
STEP ONE:
Build 6 tiers of stackable boxes (measurements above) with 3 1/2 degree angles, wood glue, 1 1/4” nails and nailer. ***Pay special attention to the overlap/underlap technique to ensure a perfect square each time.
STEP TWO:
Outer side frames. I cut the 1x2s the length of the planter at a 5 degree angle. First I fastened the two 1x2s together with wood glue and 1 1/4” nails. Then I applied more wood glue and attached to planters, fastened with 2” nails, nailing into the end grain of each stacked box.
STEP THREE:
Inside supports (2x2s). I measured where the supports would sit three inches from the top. You can just rest the 2x2s on the sides or nail them in. I secured mine with one 2” nail on each end. Then place the plastic planter inside.
STEP FOUR:
Finishing. I filled all nail holes with wood filler, sanded with 120 grit, wiped down, stained/sealed.
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[@amandamahle6548]

Made these two moths ago and am loving how they turned out! Thank you for the easy instructions.

[@farmerjoebrown2189]

Pretty sure this was made for the ladies to learn and relate but such a beautiful thumbnail i couldnt pass. Good job. Keep it up.

[@TheFeinspa]

This is excellent. I guess the biggest trick is to keep track of the angles. Thanks for the great idea, I'm doing this!

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

TheFeinspa yes! All about the angles!

[@pinopiyatsi8058]

I like how you showcase everything!

[@shellynboys]

I have this idea in my head to make my own tall planters as the ones in the shop are expensive, I'm definitely going to do it now, yours turned out brilliant 😍

[@davidytrinidad]

Great job just did two and followed your process it was simple and looks awesome! Thanks!! 🖤

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

YAY! Nice job!! Mine are still holding up nicely outside the front of our restaurant two years later :D

[@desireeespinosa3954]

This is amazing…. But I hope you know, you don’t have to do Everything, and you definitely don’t need anyone’s approval. Your amazing kid! Keep it up

[@cdv.8244]

So nice I love it. Wanna make 2 for some blueberry plants. Thanks so much. God bless😁

[@Johnny-xj5qu]

Doing your nailing over a nice hardwood floor, I love it!

[@elizabethbesich8191]

So impressive. Thank you for sharing.

[@cafesandlattes8248]

You are far from ordinary! Great job!

[@christophervela5447]

Super cool Straight to the point

[@JS-cb7rx]

Did you drill out drip holes in the plastic planters and put a drip pan at the bottom?

[@bigdave6591]

Great video I think I will build a couple of these planters your big mitre saw is really not a basic tool

[@joonyaboy]

You can accomplish it with a speed square and a saw

[@arielfernandez9147]

Hola, genial tu trabajo! Desde Argentina!

[@ariesoh77]

I love this! 😊

[@jakemaines5226]

Where did you buy the plastic pots? Having trouble finding ones the same size.

[@JS-cb7rx]

Is there anything you could spray on the outside and inside to prevent it from rotting out? We want to put in a garden outside but it's humid and can get wet in texas

[@rosariomurillo8717]

Thank you for all the information

[@danellebellamy3598]

Excellent. Great work.

[@Highvibes777]

Do you put plastic inside?

[@bryanblockman5299]

What were the final dimensions when the project was complete? I can’t find it anywhere

[@JS-cb7rx]

I'm confused why you keep flipping the boards over. can you explain?

[@brokenbutterfly3178]

That's so cool. Makes me wanna pick up a hammer and ruin things because I doubt I'll be able to replicate this..

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

Every time I start a new project I think I'm going to ruin it. You'd be surprised what you're able to do when you just try!

[@kennastagmeyer4403]

could you post the finished dimensions

[@jackmilton8317]

Wow great job

[@sharonstarr4429]

How tall is the finished planter?

[@denisegoates8712]

I’m having trouble finding the fence pickets at 8’’ long. I can only find them 6’’ long.

[@MarioMartinez-wh8qv]

If u did cut all the boards the same size how come it’s wider on top and small on the bottom ,

[@adriantudor8514]

amazing job !!!

[@judecassidy9338]

Where did u get that scarf?

[@vladisartdesign7080]

Very good work

[@sherryadamsbluskyz6832]

Can you explain the math if I wanted to build different size planters

[@selmat7860]

You have 6 tiers total and only mentioned about the top tier dimension. A brief scribble on the paper didn't show all the way to the smallest tier. Did I miss something?

[@selmat7860]

Sorry. I found it on description section. Thank you!

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

@@selmat7860 glad you found it! I try putting all the details in the description box :)

[@allancampbell8274]

good job very nice

[@beckyh8565]

Thank you for the video. suggestion--slow down a bit and show what you are doing--better camera shots of your process and progress.

[@curandoasimesmo2699]

Hi! How many time did you paint?

[@Theojopanoramico]

Awesome!

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

Eduardo Saez thank you!!

[@prittywood6811]

Nice Job!

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

Pritty Wood thank you!!🙂

[@TheJustcauz]

Why do you keep saying dog eared board ? It’s even in the directions Dog eared board is the top part of a fence board that with the two corners cut off as far as I know . ( I watched the video 3 times to see if I missed something 😄) I love the planter by the way.

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

Hahah that's correct. I cut the "dog ear" part off

[@palehorse1021]

How offend do you have to re-stain?

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

I've only stained them once. I used an outdoor deck stain for wood.

[@fislee]

How did you arrive at the 5 degree angle for the outer frame? What's the relationship to the 3.5 degree angles of the box? Sorry, maths isn't my strong point 😂

[@slimmonty4477]

That’s what I’m wondering

[@jameszcurtis]

Same thought. Is the 5 degree at the top and bottom of the 1x2? Not super clear on this and how its applied to the planter

[@hammondmiers3789]

I'm sure you can find awesome woodworking plans on woodprix website

[@royalfolkspark]

Make one of cement.

[@shantelguetgen4157]

Woodglut is nice for that.

[@brenda4784]

Looks good but I am single and don’t have any tools so I guess I’ll just go buy my planters, LOL

[@NYCisland]

What does being single have to do with it?

[@luperodriguez7534]

Should have nailed 1x2 to the cedar boards at a 5 degree angle. Then cut 2 sides attached to the cedar boards. And then nail the remaining planks. Too much cutting involved.

[@MultiFresd]

Top👏👏

[@romaineathey3663]

Splendidly to see Woodprix have new plans which helped me save some money and energy for this construction.

[@jeanhensley3903]

Hell, this isn't $20 bucks now. About $40-50 bucks

[@user-pw6ps1ny1r]

Умничка

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

спасибо !

[@delvisrodriguez2110]

And you're cute!

[@mookperry3987]

To dam hard!👀👀

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

Darn!! :)

[@fredsiebenmann7242]

Lose the scarf!

[@floridashores4997]

No experience but has every tool needed. Yeah ok

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

Ha! I have collected tools over the past two years whenever it's needed for a project. And if I do not have a particular tool on hand I go ask a neighbor ;) Most of my stuff is borrowed except for the nail gun and circular skil saw my husband bought me for christmas.

[@romaineathey2690]

I think you need to take some time and go to woodprix website to learn how to make it.

[@jungbechtospk40]

Woodglut is a solid company with the best woodworking plans.