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This step by step diy project is about v-shaped elevated planter plans. I have designed this simple to build planter box so you can grow vegetables or colorful flowers, directly on your backyard patio. You can build this planter in a weekend using simple tools and materials.. Take a look over the rest of my woodworking plans, if you want to get more building inspiration.
When buying the lumber, you should select the planks with great care, making sure they are straight and without any visible flaws (cracks, knots, twists, decay). Investing in cedar or other weather resistant lumber is a good idea, as it will pay off on the long run. Use a spirit level to plumb and align the components, before inserting the galvanized screws, otherwise the project won’t have a symmetrical look. If you have all the materials and tools required for the project, you could get the job done in about a day. See all my Premium Plans HERE.
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V-shaped Elevated Planter Plans
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Cut & Shopping Lists
- A – 4 pieces of 2×2 lumber – 34 3/4″ long POSTS
- B – 6 pieces of 1×6 lumber – 34 1/2″ long SLATS
- C – 2 pieces of 1×6 lumber – 17 1/2″ long, 2 pieces – 12 3/4″ long, 2 pieces – 6 1/4″ long END SLATS
- D – 1 piece of 2×2 lumber – 33″ long STRETCHER
- E – 2 pieces of 1×3 lumber – 36″ long, 2 pieces of 1×2 lumber- 16 1/4″ long TRIMS
- 2 pieces of 2×2 lumber – 10′
- 3 pieces of 1×6 lumber – 10′
- 1 piece of 1×2 lumber – 3′
- 1 piece of 1×3 lumber – 6′
- 2 1/2″ screws, 1 5/8″ screws, 1 1/4″ screws
- wood filler , wood glue, stain/paint
- landscape fabric
Tools
 Hammer, Tape measure, Framing square, Level
 Miter saw, Drill machinery, Screwdriver, Sander
 Safety Gloves, Safety Glasses
Time
One Weekend
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V-Shaped Planter Plans – Video
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How to build a V shaped planter
Building-the-legs-for-the-V-planter
The first step of the project is to build the legs for the planter box. Make 30 degree cuts at both ends of the 2×2 boards and then focus on the half lap joints. Mark the location of the notches to the components and then make 3/4″ deep parallel cuts. Remove the excess with a chisel and smooth the surface with sandpaper.
Assembling the X shaped legs
Assemble the X-shaped legs as shown in the plans. Add glue to the joints, drill pilot holes and insert 1 1/2″ screws.
Fitting the slats to the elevated planter
Next, add the 1×6 boards to the frame of the planter box. Offset the slats at both ends and leave no gaps between the components. Drill pilot holes and insert 1 5/8″ screws to secure the slats to the legs.
Fitting-the-end-slats
Use 1×6 boards for the slats that go to the ends of the planter box. Make the 30 degree angle cuts with a miter saw. Smooth the edges, fit the slats to the planter, drill pilot holes and insert 1 5/8″ screws to lock them into place tightly.
Fitting the bottom support
Use 2×2 lumber for the stretcher. Drill pocket holes at both ends of the support and insert 2 1/2″ screws into the side legs. Add glue to the joints and make sure the corners are right angled.
Fitting-the-trims—V-planter
Use a hand-plane to level the top slats of the planter. Use 1×3 lumber for the side trims and 1×2 lumber for the end trims. Align the edges flush and insert 2″ nails to lock them into place.
How to build a V shaped planter
Staple landscape material to the interior of the elevated planter and then fill them with garden soil.
V Shaped Elevated Planter Plans
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