How to Make an Address Number Planter

How to Make an Address Number Planter. This easy project can be completed in one afternoon with minimal tools, skills, or wood cuts. You will be amazed how this address planter filled with flowers can add charm and curb appeal instantly.

Curb appeal. I thought that was something that only existed on HGTV shows. Nobody says that in real life, do they? Well, I am not certain. However, I have been obsessed with adding curb appeal to all aspects of my house this year.

I started on a “quest” for curb appeal which began with removing over grown shrubs last fall. Now, through cleaning, painting, and removing all the lava rocks (I hate them) I am getting somewhere. Next up was spring cleaning the porch and then onto bigger and better things… decorating.

Certainly, there is no better way to decorate than with flowers. The next question I asked myself is, what will these flowers live in?

I wanted something more than pots for my flowers to live in this year. After hours of hunting on Pinterest (I can get lost in Pinterest for days, can you relate?) and scoping out all of the neighborhood houses for ideas, there was a clear idea I thought to go with. Style meets function with an address number planter that can be filled with flowers in spring and summer. With no clear plans, I custom made the measurements to fit perfectly on my front porch.

Customizable Address Planters

I love that this address planter can be completely customized based on how big or small, color, or other decorations you may want to add. This is an easy projects as the cuts are minimal and the whole project (except the address numbers) can be assembled using a brad nailer. Or good old hammer and nails if you haven’t yet invested in a brad nailer. I recommend investing in a brad nailer as soon as it fits the budget. I love this one (not sponsored).

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Supplies

• back board 1″ x 12″ x (length) mine is 25″ long (1)
• box face 1″ x 6″ x 14″ (1)
• box sides 1″ x 4″ x 4″ (2)
• bottom of box 1″x 4″ x 14″ (1)
• 1.25″ brad nails
• metal address numbers
• stain conditioner
• stain
• polyurethane
• brick mount hangers / screws
• optional: brackets

Tools

• Saw (there are few cuts, you can always have the lumber store make the cuts)
• Hammer or brad nail gun
• Speed square
• Pencil
• Sander (or sand paper)
• drill and drill bit
• dust mask and eye protection

How-to Make an Address Planter Box

1. Make Cuts

Make all cuts according to supply list. The cut list is completely customizable based on the over all size of the planter box and the backing board.

Drill drain holes in the board that will be the bottom of the planter.

2. Sand

Be sure to sand all boards removing any splinters and ink stamps. This will provide a smooth finish allowing for a more even stain.

3. Paint or Stain Address Planter

Stain or paint your planter box as desired and according to the manufacturers instructions. Before assembly, paint or stain boards to make the job easier. Once dry apply at least two coats of an exterior sealant.

As you can see I stained after assembly. I regret not staining the boards separately. It can be hard to get in the area where the boards meet.

4. Assembly

Using a speed square and nail gun, attach both of the the 1x4x4″ pieces to each end of the 1x4x14″. This will make the sides and bottom of the planter box.

Next, attach the 1x6x14″ piece to the front of the sides and bottom.

Note: I attached the sides and the bottom to have a lip. You could attach with butt joints, I think both look stunning.

Decide placement of the planter box on the base board 1x12x25″. A level is helpful in determining planter box placement. From the back side of the board use a nail gun to secure the planter box.

5. Attach Address Numbers

After the planter box is assembled, using a level and painters tape map out spacing and placement of address numbers. Next, drill pilot holes for each screw placement. Always pre-drill any holes to prevent splitting of wood. Remove painters tape and screw the address numbers into the board.

At this time, I added brackets for extra decoration.

Note: I spray painted both the hinges (and screws) as well as the house numbers before attaching them.

6. Hang Address Planter to Porch

After the planter box is constructed, all that is left is attaching it where you would like. Personally, I wanted to put mine in the space between my front door and window. I was also thinking that I didn’t want to mark-up the brick or mortar with a nail or screw.

However, much to my dismay, I ended up securing the address planter to the brick using a a screw into the mortar. I was hopeful that brick clamps could be used and I would not have to damage the bricks/mortar. However, the bricks on my home did not have enough of a lip for a secure attachment. Therefore, mortar/ concrete screws (2) into the mortar is enough to secure the address planter to the outer part of the house.

How to secure address planter box to brick

Using painters tape and a level, mark where you want the holes to be. Then transfer marked tape to the wall. Level again. Drill pilot holes into the brick. Lastly, drill cement screws into the brick and attach planter.

7. Add Flowers

Now, the work is done! Not too bad for an afternoon project. Now for the fun part, adding the most beautiful flowers you can find. I let each of my girls pick out their favorite color flowers and I filled in the rest.

First, before adding flowers, place a few pieces of tin foil to the bottom of the planter box (poke holes where the drain holes are). This was to (try) and help prevent excess moisture causing wood rot. Although I did use an exterior oil based sealant on all parts of the planter, but I would like to try for added protection.

I am loving how much character this adds to the front porch.

The colorful flowers make the stained wood planter and brick house pop.

What types of projects have you been working on? What are you favorite ideas to add curb appeal to your house? Let me know in the comments section down below.

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