Build A Deck Box

To do so substitute 1 x 6 treated boards for the tongue and groove cedar boards.

Build a deck box.

Allow the treated lumber to dry thoroughly before priming and painting it. This step by step diy woodworking project is about deck box plans. First start by building the frame. Drill pilot holes through the sides and insert 1 1 4 screws to get a rigid frame.

Build the front and back components out of 2 2 lumber and the sides out of 1 2 lumber. Once the frames are fully constructed it s time to add the legs. 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. From there the frame should be ready provided that everything is stable enough.

Use quality materials and always take accurate measurement before cutting the components at the right size. This involves cutting the end stiles and rails the front stiles and rails and drilling pocket holes. 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. Building a deck storage box is easy and it will enhance the look of your property so make sure you plan everything form the very beginning.

We show this deck box built from cedar with a stain finish. It takes some work but this series of articles and videos shows you step by step instructions for each phase and guides you through basic deck building techniques. Building a deck is the ultimate backyard diy project.