Garden Bed with Hoop Frame
Easy plans for a beautiful garden bed with hoop frame that allows you to easily transition from season to season. Find all the details at The Homespun Journal.
Specifications
| Project type | Outdoor Projects |
|---|---|
| Room | Outdoor |
| Style | Green or Eco-Friendly Style Furniture |
| Difficulty | Starter Projects |
| Estimated cost | $50 - $100 |
Shopping List
65 ft- ½ inch PVC piping
2- 1/2 inch T joints
4- 4 way joints
12- galvanized brackets
32 nails
3’ x 75’ chicken wire
PVC cement
Cut List
PVC:
2- 16" PVC
2- 32" PVC
1- 33" PVC
6 - 5' PVC
Step-by-step Instructions
Step 1
Nail the galvanized brackets into place. See the graphics above. Do not nail these in place tightly; allow space for the frame to easily slip in.
Step 2
Connect the frame. Assemble the spine of the frame in the following order: T joint-16″ PVC-4 way joint-33″ PVC-4 way joint-32″ PVC-4 way joint-33″ PVC-4 way joint-16″ PVC-T joint. Connect a 5 foot section of PVC piping to all remaining joint openings. Use glue to secure all joints once each piece has been fitted. See the graphic above for measurements.
Step 3
Install the frame. Place the frame into the galvanized brackets along one side. With the help of a kind friend, bend the frame and secure each piping section into its respective bracket on the opposite side.
Step 4
Tighten the brackets. Hammer the bracket nails into the bed so they are each secured tightly.
Step 5
Apply fencing to long sides. Cut fencing into 3 x 5.5 foot sections. Secure the fencing to the top cross bar by folding it over on itself. Allow the excess to hang down toward the bottom.
Step 6
Secure the bottom. Staple the bottom of each 32″ and 16″ section, wrap the sides around the frame as needed. Feed PVC piping through the bottom of the 33″ sections. Pull down and secure with nails in a manner that will allow the fencing to slip off when needed and pulled down when not in use.
Finishing
Sand all surfaces, starting with a medium grit and finishing with fine. Wipe off the dust, fill any holes or gaps with wood filler, and sand smooth once dry. Apply primer if you're painting, then finish with your choice of paint or stain and seal with a durable clear topcoat. For outdoor projects, use exterior-rated primer, paint or stain, and sealer so the piece stands up to the weather.
Source (temporary): https://www.ana-white.com/woodworking-projects/diy-garden-bed-hoop-frame