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