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I wanted to spruce up our deck while adding a touch of greenery so I decided to create a deck railing planter. I had some leftover cedar wood from a deck project, which was perfect for this project.
This is a pretty simple project, so it’s great if you’re a new DIYer. Plus, it takes less than a day to build it. Railing planters make a great addition to a deck, giving it some bright colors that really add to the overall setting. There are huge variety of plants you can grow in planters, and a wide selection of them that don’t require a green thumb.
Planters also provide a practical way to grow your favorite plants, herbs, or flowers. If you don’t have a lot of space for a big garden, or if you just want to squeeze in a few more plants around your house, this project takes advantage of the space along your deck railing. This means you can enjoy a flourishing garden without sacrificing valuable floor space.
Pro tip: Line the bottom few inches of the planter with rocks to help keep it securely in place.
| Part | Qty. | Length | Width | Thickness |
| A – Long Sides | 2 | 36″ | 9 1/4″ | 3/4″ |
| B – Short Sides | 2 | 7 7/8″ | 5 1/2″ | 3/4″ |
| C – Bottom | 1 | 34 1/2″ | 5 1/2″ | 3/4″ |
| D – Long Slats | 8 | 36 1/8″ | 1 1/2″ | 3/4″ |
| E – Short Slats | 8 | 7 1/8″ | 1 1/2″ | 3/4″ |
Cut planter box pieces
Following the measurements specified in the Cutting List, use a miter saw to cut the two long sides (A) from 110 material. Then cut the two short sides (B) and the planter bottom (C) from 16 material.
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By: Samuel Rosenmayer
Title: How To Build a Planter Box for Your Deck Railing
Sourced From: www.familyhandyman.com/project/how-to-build-a-planter-box-deck-railing/
Published Date: Fri, 23 Feb 2024 23:01:36 +0000
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