Building planter box 10 March at 10:29AM in In my home (includes DIY) MoneySaving 6 replies 537 views

IvyFlood

So I'm going to attempt building my own planter box for bamboo cause I can't seem to find one the right size or colour I need. We have a drill, a sander and a hand saw but I love doing things myself so want to give it a go! 

Does anyone have any advice i.e. on what type wood to use? I'm assuming it needs to be lined as well? 

Any advice welcome, thanks!

Eldi_Dos

I would buy a suitable size and shape plastic planter, put drainage holes in that.Then build a wooden framework to suit the planter,that way the wood will last a lot longer and be easier to change or paint in the future.

ThisIsWeird

How important is 'looks'?

If you do a Google images search for outdoor/DIY whatevs planters, you'll likely find some in the style you want to copy. Folk can then advise better.

ThisIsWeird

Eldi_Dos said:

I would buy a suitable size and shape plastic planter, put drainage holes in that.Then build a wooden framework to suit the planter,that way the wood will last a lot longer and be easier to change or paint in the future.

That's a good idea.

IvyFlood

Eldi_Dos said:

I would buy a suitable size and shape plastic planter, put drainage holes in that.Then build a wooden framework to suit the planter,that way the wood will last a lot longer and be easier to change or paint in the future.

Never thought of this that's a great idea! Thankyou!

Eldi_Dos

The other advantage is the plastic planter will contain the bamboo if it is a invasive variety.

twopenny

I regularly trawled the garden center. Found what I liked and measured, looked to see how it was made (you can take a photo now) and copied it to my own size.

Cost at center £109 for me£30  and some for a fruit cage.
I used tanalised tounge and grove. Made it easier for the clueless. And some battons. Builders merchants are cheaper for wood.