Use 2 4 lumber to frame the seat for the planter bench.
Build planter box bench seat.
Select a location for your planter bench.
Place the two pre made planter boxes in a desired location 6 feet apart.
This allows for a cushion of about 2 thickness for individuals that are of average height.
You should be looking at a 24 x 96 bench seat with a 17 1 2 x 22 1 2 opening at each end for plants.
All of the planks should be flush with the top of the bench frame.
A good height for a bench is generally recognized at about 18.
Diy planter box bench via simplyeasydiy for this garden bench cut the two wooden panels of the door on both sides and attach the planters as per the instructions on the picture.
5 build the frames for the bases use the 4 5 amp jigsaw to cut the following pieces from the 2 x 4 cedar.
Cut pieces of 5 4 decking for the sides of the planter.
The bench slats can be laid in place and attached to the planter boxes with 1 1 4 pocket hole screws.
Cut the brace 2 inches shorter than the width of the side and attach it with screws.
The planters will serve as supports for the garden bench.
To build each side clamp the pieces and attach a 2x6 brace which also acts as a cleat to hold the bottom pieces.
Assembling the seat frame.
Use 2 1 2 screws to secure the supports to the wall planters.