You ll need to be able to measure and cut boards plus fasten them with nails or screws.
Built in deck benches and planters.
The built in deck bench arrangement not only welcomes guests with ease and comfort but provides the perfect framework for your deck.
And don t forget about built in spas fire pits or entertainment features too.
A bench is even easier to build than a planter.
There are several ways to construct built in benches.
Build a square planter to sit diamond like in a corner of your patio or deck and then add a trellis to two sides of the planter.
Deck spread over 2 levels making it perfect for entertaining or just relaxing on th weekend.
This is a large 447 sq.
The black lattice of this trellis together with the molding of the posts and top piece suggest an oriental look but different choices of wood color and shapes could create a victorian rustic coastal or sleek contemporary look.
Aug 21 2016 built in seating planters storage or drink rails are space savvy and stylish design techniques for any outdoor living space.
How to build a built in deck bench an illustrated guide gerety building restoration is a full service general contractor.
Fixed planters can be incorporated into bench design.
You can simply modify a section of railing to form an angled back for the bench though this creates a mismatch with the rest of the railing that is very visible from the outside.
Expect to spend several hours building two planters and a bench.
It features a bench on the lower level and a planter box built into the lower set of stairs.
See more ideas about deck seating built in seating deck design.
A platform that is 16 inches wide and 17 inches high will be comfortable for most people.