DIY – Easy Cedar Wall Planter

This simple cedar wall planter is great for herbs or spring flowers.

TOOLS

• Pocket Hole Jig
• Drill
• Miter Saw
• Tape Measure
• Pencil
• Safety Glasses
• Hearing Protection

MATERIALS

• 3x 1 x 8 x 8′ Cedar Boards
• 1-1/4″ Pocket Hole Screws
• 1-1/4″ Brad Nails

DIMENSIONS

INSTRUCTIONS

Cut List: Cut the boards as shown in the cut list using a miter saw.

Step 1. Assemble Back
Assemble the back by drilling pocket holes in the boards as shown and screwing together using 1-1/4″ pocket screws.

Step 2.  Install Sides
Install sides as shown using wood glue and 1-1/4″ brad nails.

Step 3: Install Fronts
Install fronts as shown using wood glue and 1-1/4″ brad nails.

Step 4: Cut French Cleat
To create a french cleat rip a scrap 1×4 board (about 24″ in length) down the middle on a 45 degree angle.

Step 5: Install French Cleat and Cedar Wall Planter
Install one side of the cleat on the planter using 1-1/4″ exterior screws and the other on the wall.

Note: Be sure to check for level throughout this step and if installing cleat into brick or cement you’ll need a hammer drill and concrete anchors.

Sources: rogueengineer.com, ryobitools.com

Images, Plans and Project by: rogueengineer.com