As you can see, decks are pretty great.
One of the only downsides to a deck is that decorating a deck, and making it not so plain or boring can be difficult.
So, for a quick way to dress up your deck, try a deck planter.
A deck planter is something just about anyone can build or do, it adds an element of style and design to your deck as well as some privacy as they can be built tall enough or deep enough to shield part of your deck.
Deck planters are both beautiful and simple, and are a great way to have a bit of the outdoors (plants and flowers) a little closer, and use that as a decorative element.
Deck planters can be made from just about anything, or they can be purchased at a nursery or hardware, home improvement type store.
Let's take a look at some options of what you can use for deck planters: oYou can use pieces of old rain gutters cut to the length you wish.
I am sure it drove you crazy when dirt and leaves got stuck in your gutter, but it is just the fact that it holds those so well that inspired the idea of using them for deck planters.
The ends can be folded up and stapled, or you can construct and end of wood or metal.
The gutter is semi shallow for the most part, so look for plants to fill it that do not require a deep root system.
If your rain gutters are ugly, then paint them, and if you are exceptionally artistic and talented you could even tole paint them for a country, homey look.
oSlats of wood.
You can build a simple deck planter without any power tools by simply using some slats of wood, and basic joinery skills.
If these are not skills you possess, they are easy to develop by asking your local home improvement store attendant for some help and suggestions.
These wooden planter boxes can be a lot of fun, you can dress them up with paint or carvings etc.
and make them really fun.
One of the best woods for deck planters is redwood, it is not only beautiful, but it is pre-treated and does not need paint or stain, thus it is maintenance free.
oOdds and ends: odds and ends make great deck planter; use the wooden crate your mother kept milk bottles in, use metal bucket and bins; use tera cotta or ceramic items that you pick up at yard sales and thrift shops for just a few cents.
These items clustered together make a beautiful display, hold plants well, and make any deck more festive and beautiful.
Deck planters do not have to be limited to traditional planter boxes, so use your imagination, creativity, and anything you have lying around to create personal, fun, and beautiful deck planters that will make your neighbors envious and your relatives talk.
With deck planters you will enjoy your deck space more, and if you make the planters yourself it will give you something to be proud of.
One of the only downsides to a deck is that decorating a deck, and making it not so plain or boring can be difficult.
So, for a quick way to dress up your deck, try a deck planter.
A deck planter is something just about anyone can build or do, it adds an element of style and design to your deck as well as some privacy as they can be built tall enough or deep enough to shield part of your deck.
Deck planters are both beautiful and simple, and are a great way to have a bit of the outdoors (plants and flowers) a little closer, and use that as a decorative element.
Deck planters can be made from just about anything, or they can be purchased at a nursery or hardware, home improvement type store.
Let's take a look at some options of what you can use for deck planters: oYou can use pieces of old rain gutters cut to the length you wish.
I am sure it drove you crazy when dirt and leaves got stuck in your gutter, but it is just the fact that it holds those so well that inspired the idea of using them for deck planters.
The ends can be folded up and stapled, or you can construct and end of wood or metal.
The gutter is semi shallow for the most part, so look for plants to fill it that do not require a deep root system.
If your rain gutters are ugly, then paint them, and if you are exceptionally artistic and talented you could even tole paint them for a country, homey look.
oSlats of wood.
You can build a simple deck planter without any power tools by simply using some slats of wood, and basic joinery skills.
If these are not skills you possess, they are easy to develop by asking your local home improvement store attendant for some help and suggestions.
These wooden planter boxes can be a lot of fun, you can dress them up with paint or carvings etc.
and make them really fun.
One of the best woods for deck planters is redwood, it is not only beautiful, but it is pre-treated and does not need paint or stain, thus it is maintenance free.
oOdds and ends: odds and ends make great deck planter; use the wooden crate your mother kept milk bottles in, use metal bucket and bins; use tera cotta or ceramic items that you pick up at yard sales and thrift shops for just a few cents.
These items clustered together make a beautiful display, hold plants well, and make any deck more festive and beautiful.
Deck planters do not have to be limited to traditional planter boxes, so use your imagination, creativity, and anything you have lying around to create personal, fun, and beautiful deck planters that will make your neighbors envious and your relatives talk.
With deck planters you will enjoy your deck space more, and if you make the planters yourself it will give you something to be proud of.
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