Most people opt for something simple built of wood.
Build deck 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.
9 diy planter benches for your outdoor spaces.
Standard seating height for benches is about 17.
How to build a planter bench.
A bench is a must for every outdoor space.
A comfortable bench is between 16 in.
A planter is a tripping hazard if less than 18 in.
How to build outdoor planter bench 1.
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Cut the pieces photo by kolin smith.
Drill pilot holes through the 16 1 2 long supports and insert 2 1 1 2 screws to create.
Tie it into a planter for additional stability.
For the cut list scroll down to the bottom of this article.
Building the bottom of the planters.
Drained water trapped in a cavity below the planter could cause decking to rot.
How to build a deck planter.
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.
The first step of the outdoor project is to build the floor for the planter bench.
High and 16 in.
For maximum solidness incorporate the bench into the deck framing.
Rather than loading a tall planter with unnecessary soil build a shelf inside.
How to build a planter bench overview illustration by gregory nemec.
If you have a green thumb and want to show it off build an attractive planter bench for your backyard.
Build the frame out of 2 2 lumber and the bottom out of 1 6 slats.
A bench is even easier to build than a planter.
In any case attach it with toe screwed fasteners to the deck.
Using a miter saw cut boards for the seat seat frame planters and inner frame.
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.