Things You'll Need:
- (6) side boards = 3/4 x 5 1/2 x 15 in [1 x 6]
- (6) side boards = 3/4 x 5 1/2 x 16 1/2 in [1x6]
- (4) side support = 2 x 2 x 19 12/in [2 x 2]
- (4) base support 1 x 1 x 12in. [2 x 2]
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Step 1
canadiangardening.comWith all of the side boards (short & long). Drill holes in each corner 3/4 in from the edge. Holes should be made to fit 2 inch screws
Using 2 inc. screws, attach the shorter boards to the side supports, flush to the edge, with a 2 in. projection at the bottom and a 1 in projection at the top. -
Step 2
canadiangardening.comUsing 2 in. screws, attach the longer boards to the outside face of each of the side supports, creating a square ended butt joint.
Prepare the base supports for 1 1/2 in. screws by drilling a hole about 1 in from each end. Place one support between each of the four side supports inside the box, positioning them at the base, flush with the bottom board. Screw into place. -
Step 3
canadiangardening.comFit the base, by cutting a 1 3/4 square from each corner of the piece of plywood. Using a power drill with a 1 in. spade bit, make five drainage holes. Drop the base into the case from the top.
At the top drill a 1/2 in. diameter hole for the dowel. Use waterproof glue to secure. -
Step 4
cannockgardens.comProtect the case, coat wood in a preservative inside and the outside. Lastly, paint case.
Comments
eac913 said
on 10/21/2009 This is terrific. Thanks for the wonderful article on How to Make a Flower Versaille Case. 5*
mashell3752 said
on 6/10/2009 This is a cute case. Thanks
bigearthguru said
on 6/9/2009 Great article! This will be a wonderful addition to my patio. Thanks!
veryirie said
on 6/2/2009 Really love the look of these; thanks!
Dawnella66 said
on 6/1/2009 This is just what I was looking for to complete the look of one of my decks. Great clear concise instructions!! Thank you~~*5