Are your pots ruining the natural beauty of your plants? Maybe your décor
has evolved to the point that simple terra cotta won't quite do anymore.
Save yourself the trouble and your treasured plants the shock of repotting.
Making your own planter is a simple fix that's both functional and attractive.
And, when you use ChoiceDek to make the planter, it's totally maintenance
free. In one afternoon, you can have an unique decorative planter. Lowe's
is happy to provide this information as a service
to you.
Each row of side pieces equals 3/4" of height for the planter.
Note that two rows of side pieces are highlighted. This represents
1 1/2" of height on the planter.
Example:
If the planter needs to be 9" high, divide 9 by .75 to determine the
number of rows.
9/.75= 12 rows of side pieces
The number of side pieces in each row is equal
to half the number of sides on the planter.
Example: If the planter has 8 sides, divide 8 by 2 to derive
the number of side pieces needed for each row. 8/2= 4 side pieces per row
The total number of side pieces required is equal to the number of rows multiplied
by the number of side pieces per row.
Example: If the planter requires 12 rows and 4 side pieces per
row, multiply 12 by 4 to find the total number of side pieces needed.
12x4= 48 side pieces
The length of the side pieces determines the maximum diameter pot the planter
can hold. Use our chart to size the side pieces for your planter.
Make the first angled cut in the right end of the work piece.
Flip the work piece edge
for edge before you make the second cut.
Set your miter saw to cut a 45º angle to the left. Cut a 45º
angle in the right
end
of one of the balusters, as shown in the illustration.
Measure and mark the work piece for its second miter cut. Flip the work piece
edge
for edge and make the second miter cut.
Use a stop block on the
right side of the miter saw to ensure uniform pieces.
Unplug the saw and lock it into the closed position. Butt one end of the
piece from step 2 against the saw blade and clamp a stop block against
the other. With the stop block in place, all you need to do is flip
the work piece, butt it against the block and cut to make uniform
side pieces.
Cut small pieces of side piece stock to fill in the top rim of the planter.
Glue and nail the pieces in place.
Trace the planter's outline on the plywood and use a jig saw to cut it out.
Secure the plywood to the bottom of the planter with 1" wood screws.
Seal the plywood bottom of the planter.
ChoiceDek Finishing Note:
Left unfinished, ChoiceDek will weather to
a beautiful grey patina. If you wish, you may apply paint, stain
or a clear, topcoat finish to ChoiceDek. Allow the material to
weather slightly before applying any finish.
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