How to Build a Simple Potting Bench
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How to Build a Simple Potting Bench
Are you tired of the mess when potting plants? Shocked by the price of fancy potting benches in garden catalogs? This guide will show you how to easily build your own practical and inexpensive potting bench.
Materials and Tools
Tools:
- Screwdriver- Small box wrench or crescent wrench (1/4" drive socket set is ideal)
- Tape measure
- Small square
- Drill
- Power saw
Materials:
- One sheet (4' x 8') of 3/4" treated plywood- 15 metal angle brackets
- 30 bolts with nuts (1" long, sized for your brackets)
- 60 flat washers
Steps to Build Mike's Legless Potting Bench
Our design is both rugged and functional, without legs. This allows you to place it right against your potting soil pile, making it easier to use.
Preparing the Plywood
1. Cut the First Piece:
- Lay the plywood flat.
- Measure 16" from one end and draw a line across the width.
- Cut along this line. This creates a piece measuring 16" x 48".
2. Create Triangular Sides:
- Take the 16" x 48" piece and draw a diagonal line from one corner to the other.
- Cut along this line to form two right triangles.
- Measure 24" from the right angle along the longest side and mark.
- Draw a 4" line from this mark towards the corner and cut it off.
- Discard the small piece; you should have two identical side pieces.
3. Prepare the Bottom and Back:
- From the remaining large plywood piece (80" x 48"), measure 16" along the longer side and cut.
- This leaves pieces measuring 16" x 80" and 32" x 80".
- Use these for the bottom and back of the bench.
Assembling the Bench
1. Attach the Back and Bottom:
- Stand the back piece on edge atop the bottom piece.
- Mark five points along where they will be joined for the angle brackets, keeping brackets about 1" from each end.
- Install the brackets, securing them with bolts, washers, and nuts.
2. Add the Sides:
- Attach the two triangular side pieces to the structure.
- Ensure everything is tight and secure.
Final Adjustments
- If the bolts protrude, trim and smooth them to prevent hazards.
- To use the bench, rest one end on your potting soil pile and support the other end with a saw horse, concrete blocks, or milk crates.
- For use as a cutting table, support both ends with saw horses.
There you have it: Mike's simple, legless potting bench. It’s practical, easy to build, and integrates perfectly into your gardening routine. Enjoy your newfound gardening convenience!
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