Step 1 Gather Materials
All of the materials used in this project are available at your local Home Depot. Need a truck to help you move your items? We’ve got you covered for that too with our vehicle rentals!
DIY Cinder Block Planter Bench
Update your backyard with a DIY Cinder Block Planter Bench. Easy to make and easy to customize, so you can take it easy all summer long.
Skill Level: Intermediate
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There are 8 steps to completing this project:
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Step 2 Cut & Stain 4x4s
Cut your 4x4 posts to the size you need. We cut two 10ft pieces in half. Then, stain your wood with the stain of your choice.
Don’t forget you can get your wood cut at your local Home Depot! Just ask an associate for help.
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Step 3 Paint The Cinder Blocks
Paint your cinder blocks with exterior paint! Or, you can choose to keep them in their original form.
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Step 4 Configure Your Bench & Secure
There are many ways to configure your cinder block bench. We used eight blocks on one side, and fourteen blocks on the other.
We recommend going no higher than four blocks tall to ensure safety.
Once you’ve decided on your configuration, use construction adhesive to secure your blocks and wood into place.
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Step 5 Add Metal Mesh
Using metal mesh in your cinder blocks helps to ensure your soil stays in place.
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Step 6 Add Landscaping Fabric
Add landscaping fabric to keep your plants safe from the metal mesh and the cinder blocks.
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Step 7 Add Your Plants!
Or, keep it bare and enjoy your bench without planters.
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Step 8 Accessorize!
The final step is to decorate your space! We used a variety of outdoor décor available at The Home Depot.
