Building the bottom of the planters.
Build deck planter bench.
Standard seating height for benches is about 17.
Most decorative plants need less than 1 foot of soil depth.
It s a durable and comfy seat that may be used for several purposes.
A bench is even easier to build than a planter.
How to build outdoor planter bench 1.
Using a miter saw cut boards for the seat seat frame planters and inner frame.
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.
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.
A comfortable bench is between 16 in.
If you have a green thumb and want to show it off build an attractive planter bench for your backyard.
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.
Tie it into a planter for additional stability.
A planter is a tripping hazard if less than 18 in.
How to build a planter bench.
For the cut list scroll down to the bottom of this article.
That wraps up our list of built in deck and patio seating ideas.
Rather than loading a tall planter with unnecessary soil build a shelf inside.
Finally check this awesome diy cinder block bench.
High and 16 in.
Most people opt for something simple built of wood.
However for the more elaborate stone patios adding a large custom built seating location can add a tremendous number of seats on your patio.
Drained water trapped in a cavity below the planter could cause decking to rot.
How to build a deck planter.
Build the frame out of 2 2 lumber and the bottom out of 1 6 slats.
For maximum solidness incorporate the bench into the deck framing.
In any case attach it with toe screwed fasteners to the deck.
9 diy planter benches for your outdoor spaces.