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How to Build Planters

Ready to get started on building your first planter box? Will you be planting vegetables, plants, or flowers? We are here to get you on the right path with tips, tricks, and ideas to consider as you plan your very own DIY planter. Take advantage of our compilation of top, best, and new projects, as well as our DIY video tutorials.

12 Gorgeously Easy DIY Planter Boxes for Spring

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12 Gorgeously Easy DIY Planter Boxes for Spring

How to Build a Planter

Step 1: Measure and cut your wood

A medium-length container is usually 26 x 13” but the final size also depends on the plants to grow. Cedar and pine are suitable wood choices.

Step 2: Assemble your side panels

Each 26" wood panel should meet with the corner of the 13" panel.

Step 3: Secure assembled panels

Add a thin line of wood glue down the side and place the panels flush against each other. Then secure them with nails.

Step 4: Attach your bottom panels

Attach three panels to the bottom to form a base, using the same method. Ensure you leave a gap between each panel for drainage.

Step 5: Sand your box

Using sandpaper, smooth the box. Pay special attention to the corners and areas with joiners.

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Top DIY Projects for Building Planters

Here are our top projects for building your own planters. Have a look.

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How to Make a Garden Box for Your Best Yard Ever

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The Most Ingenious Vertical Garden Ideas For Small Spaces

The Most Ingenious Vertical Garden Ideas For Small Spaces

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My Old Desk Drawers Turned Into... Great Planters!

My Old Desk Drawers Turned Into... Great Planters!

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Create A Welcoming Front Porch With This Planter

Create A Welcoming Front Porch With This Planter

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Dresser Drawer Upcyle: Window Boxes

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Beautifying Our Old Shed Back To Life

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Cinder Block Planter With Shelves

Cinder Block Planter With Shelves

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Crate Planters

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Vertical Gutter Herb Garden / Planter

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Concrete Dipped Berry Box Planters ~

Concrete Dipped Berry Box Planters ~

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Popular Slideshows for Building Planters Yourself

Check out our slideshows of DIY planter boxes. Don't forget to take notes.

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17 Insanely Fun Ways to Display Your Favorite Succulents

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30 Stunning Ways To Display Your Plants

30 Stunning Ways To Display Your Plants

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Transform Your Cheap Planters With These 15 Stunning Ideas

Transform Your Cheap Planters With These 15 Stunning Ideas

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14 Winter Planter Ideas for When You're Missing Your Garden

14 Winter Planter Ideas for When You're Missing Your Garden

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15 Attractive Ways To Transform Your Boring Planters

15 Attractive Ways To Transform Your Boring Planters

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3 Cute Step-by-Step Ideas For Unique Planters

3 Cute Step-by-Step Ideas For Unique Planters

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10 Whimsical Planters You Didn't Know You Needed

10 Whimsical Planters You Didn't Know You Needed

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3 Absolutely Adorable Ways To Display Your Plants

3 Absolutely Adorable Ways To Display Your Plants

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Make Your Neighbors Giggle With These 16 Planter Ideas

Make Your Neighbors Giggle With These 16 Planter Ideas

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DIY Planter Building Videos

Check out DIY video tutorials that will teach you to build your very own planter.

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Make Your Entryway Beautiful With This Flowerpot Idea

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Modern Planter

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Hometalkers' Favorite DIY Planter Building Projects

We've collected the top DIY planter building projects here for your enjoyment.

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Concrete Pots in 15 Minutes

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No More Coconut Liners for My Hanging Baskets!

No More Coconut Liners for My Hanging Baskets!

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Apple Baskets Turned Fall Planters

Apple Baskets Turned Fall Planters

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Easy DIY Living Rosemary and Boxwood Topiary on a Budget

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Popular Planter Building Discussions

You've found the building planter boxes discussion board. Follow what's trending.

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How can I make a wooden wall planter?

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How can I turn a nightstand drawer into a flowerpot?

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What can I use to fill up space in deep planters (other than soil)?

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Got a question about building planters for the Hometalk community? Ask away!

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New Planter Building Projects

New projects in the world of planter building. Stay on top of trends here.

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Distressed Stamped Décor Pots...

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Browse Planter Building Projects

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