Build A Deck Box

Building the lid for the deck box is a straight forward process but you need to pay attention to a few aspects before starting the assembly.

Build a deck box.

First start by building the frame. Use quality materials and always take accurate measurement before cutting the components at the right size. This step by step diy woodworking project is about deck box plans. Once the frames are fully constructed it s time to add the legs.

Check with your homeowners association and local building department about permits building codes inspections and any other. If you plan to paint the box however a more economical alternative would be to build it with pressure treated wood. Drill pilot holes through the sides and insert 1 1 4 screws to get a rigid frame. From there the frame should be ready provided that everything is stable enough.

Allow the treated lumber to dry thoroughly before priming and painting it. Build the front and back components out of 2 2 lumber and the sides out of 1 2 lumber. This involves cutting the end stiles and rails the front stiles and rails and drilling pocket holes. Again while i thought about using pocket screws and or a robust system of framing to build the box i decided for this project and as i was already planning on joining and later covering with trim seams between panels i would again use a glue and clamp method but this time with the added re enforcement of 7 stainless trim screws.

Building a deck box. Building a deck is the ultimate backyard diy project. To do so substitute 1 x 6 treated boards for the tongue and groove cedar boards.