Diy Waterproof Outdoor Storage Box

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

Diy waterproof outdoor storage box.

And we previously used a plastic garden storage box as a discreet place to hide our purchases. Wait seven days to allow the sealant to cure fully then paint the interior of the box and the inside of the top with three coats of a spray on rubberized coating allowing the coating to dry between each coat. That means your bench seat aka storage lid needs waterproofing. We show this deck box built from cedar with a stain finish.

Using a kreg jig drill two pocket holes in the ends of each of the rails and slats. Spray two coats of rubberized coating on the exterior of the box. That is how you waterproof a wooden box. On the rare occasion i m out sometimes i miss our amazon deliverie.

You can use a metal rack to suspend the wooden box. You need to make sure that all the corners are square and that the sides are even. From ingenious bike storage to simple sheds and even a hanging outdoor mini bar there is a little bit of something for everyone here. Garden storage is a great way to store your garden tools equipment and accessories.

No matter the size of your outdoor space keep it clear and tidy with a clever garden storage solution. Attach these to the shorter pieces press in place and then use nails to secure even further. A thin piece of rigid plastic under the bench seat material or a bench seat made of marine plywood does the trick. Allow the rubberized coating to dry thoroughly.

If you plan to paint the box however a more economical alternative would be to build it with pressure treated wood. Choose from metal wooden or plastic. Start putting together the walls of the box with waterproof glue on the ends of the long pieces. Using the cut list above cut the 2 x2 legs and 1 x 3 boards to length.

Mark a line inch from the face of the front right. Glue and screw the bottom cleats d and e around the inside of the box see figures a and b. Wipe up any excess glue. Glue and screw the feet g to the bottom.

In this post i show you how i made a practical garden storage box with waterproof hinged lid. Apply glue to the underside of the cleats drop the bottom f into place and fasten it with screws. Most outdoor stuff is weatherproof but even outdoor cushions can get soggy if exposed to rain. Our sturdy garden storage range comes in all sorts of shapes and sizes.

Allow the treated lumber to dry thoroughly before priming and painting it.