4' x 8' Raised Planter Bed Plan
A Heavy-Duty Design for Your Garden
Dimensions: 96"L x 48"W x 11"H
Material: Cedar or Redwood
Fasteners: 3" Exterior Screws
Complexity: Beginner Friendly
1. Detailed Cut List
| Part | Qty | Size |
|---|---|---|
| Side Rails (2x6) | 6 | 96" |
| End Rails (2x6) | 6 | 45" |
| 4x4 Posts | 6 | 11" |
2. Assembly Instructions
Step 1: Corner Assembly
Attach three 45" End Rails to two 11" Corner Posts. Use 3" screws through the rails into the posts. Ensure the top of the top rail is flush with the top of the post.
Step 2: Connect Side Rails
Stand your two end-panels up. Attach the 96" Side Rails to the corner posts. Drive two screws per rail into the post. Tip: Pre-drill to avoid splitting the cedar.
Step 3: Center Bracing
Measure 48" to the center of the Side Rails. Install the remaining 11" posts on the inside. Screw through the side rails into these posts to prevent bowing from soil weight.
Step 4: Lining & Finishing
Line the interior walls with landscape fabric. If pests are an issue, staple hardware cloth to the bottom of the frame before filling with soil.