Wooden Mailbox Post – Free DIY Plans

This step by step diy woodworking project is about wooden mailbox post plans. I have designed this decorative mailbox post so you can add unique appeal to your yard. The best part of this project is that you can get the job done easily in a few days and you can customize its design to suit your needs. See my other woodworking plans HERE.

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Wooden Mailbox Post – Free DIY Plans

Building-a-mailbox-post

Cut & Shopping Lists

• A – 1 piece of 6×6 lumber – 72″ long POST
• B – 1 piece of 4×4 lumber – 27 1/2″ long SUPPORT
• C – 1 piece of 4×4 lumber – 18″ long BRACE
• D – 1 piece of 1×6 lumber – 7 1/2″ long, finial CAP

• 1 piece of 6×6 lumber – 72′
• 1 piece of 4×4 lumber – 4′
• 2 1/2″ screws, 3 1/2″ screws
• wood filler, wood stain
• finial

Tools

 Hammer, Tape measure, Framing square, Level

 Miter saw, Drill machinery, Screwdriver, Sander

 Post hole digger, Concrete mixer

 Safety Gloves, Safety Glasses

Time

 One day

Related

• Bench plans
• Wooden bench plans
• Mailbox post plans

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How to build a wooden mailbox post

Post

The first step of the project is to cut the 6×6 post at 6′. As you can easily notice in the diagram, you need to set the post into concrete for a bout 2′. Dig a hole in the ground (12″ in diameter, 2′ in depth) and then set the post into place. Use a spirit level to plumb the post and then lock it into place temporarily with braces. Fill the hole with concrete and let it dry out for a few days.

Making-the-notch-in-the-post

Next, you need to make the notch to the top of the post, so you can lock the mailbox support. Use a circular saw to make parallel cuts inside the marked area and then clean the recess with a chisel. Smooth the surface with sandpaper.

Support

Use 2×4 lumber for the horizontal support. Use a jigsaw to make the decorative cuts to both ends of the support. Smooth the surface with sandpaper for a professional result.

Making-the-notch-to-the-support

Use a saw to make the notch in the support. Mark the area, make several parallel cuts and then clean the recess with a chisel.

Assembling the mailbox post

Fit the support to the post and make sure the corners are square. Align everything with attention and add glue to the joint. Drill pilot holes through the support and insert 3 1/2″ screws into the post.

Building the braces

Use 4×4 lumber for the brace. Use a saw to make the 45 degree cuts to both ends of the brace. In addition, use a jigsaw to make the curved cut to the brace.

Fitting the brace

Fit the brace to the mailbox post. Align the edges with attention, drill pilot holes and insert 3 1/2″ screws to lock it into place tightly.

Fitting the top cap

Fit a piece of 1×8 lumber to the top of the post. Center the cap to the post and then insert a few 2″ nails to lock it into place tightly.

Fitting the finial

Fit a decorative finial to the mailbox post, to enhance the look of the project.

Wooden mailbox post plans – Front view

Fill the holes with wood putty and then smooth the surface with 120-220 grit sandpaper. Apply a few coats of paint or stain to the components to protect them from decay and to enhance the look of the project.

Wooden mailbox post plans – Side view

This is a quick and simple project that can be built in just one weekend, but it will change dramatically the look of your front yard. If you want a cheap way to freshen up the design of your yard, this is a project to follow.

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