House Numbers Vertical Planter from Cedar Fence Pickets
You'll just need a cedar fence picket and some house numbers to build this beautiful house numbers planter! Free tutorial by TIP: You can make larger or any size to fit the space you have available!
Specifications
| Project type | Planters, Garden Beds, and Greenhouses |
|---|---|
| Room | Outdoor |
| Style | Cottage Style Furniture Plans |
| Difficulty | Starter Projects |
Dimensions
Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.
Shopping List
1 Cedar Fence picket, 5-1/2" wide x 72" long (can be dog eared)
6" House numbers
Screws for attaching to exterior wall (fastener type will depend on your siding/wall type)
Soil and plants (of course!)
Cut List
1 - cedar fence picket @ 36" long - back - can be adjusted to fit your house numbers' height
3 - cedar fence pickets @ 4-3/4" long - bottom and sides
1 - cedar fence picket @ 7" - cut to fit, front piece
Tools
- measuring tape
- square
- safety glasses
- hearing protection
- drill
- circular saw
- nailer
- sander
Step-by-step Instructions
Step 1
Using a brad nailer and 1-1/4" galvanized nails, attach bottom to the back. You could also use exterior wood screws, 1-1/2" to 2" long.
Step 2
Nail sides to both bottom and back.
Step 3
Cut front piece to fit and nail to sides and bottom.
Attach house numbers to the back piece as instructed by house number packaging.
Drill holes in bottom of planter box with drill bits. Hang planter on exterior wall.
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/house-numbers-vertical-planter-cedar-fence-pickets