DIY Wooden Planter with Faux Water Pump | Cedar & 2x4 Build

In this video, I’ll walk you through how I built a charming wood planter box with a faux water pump out of cedar fence pickets, 2x4s, and some creativity. This rustic piece makes the perfect garden feature or patio accent! I used a CNC machine for some parts, but everything can also be done with basic tools like a jigsaw or bandsaw. --- 🛠️ Tools I Used: Miter Saw Table Saw Bandsaw (or Jigsaw) CNC Machine (optional) Pin Nailer Sander Router (for soft edges) Drill --- 🧰 Materials Used: *3 Cedar Fence Pickets* (6' long) *2 2x4 boards* (8' long) *1 1x8 board* (8' long) *Titebond III Wood Glue* *Outdoor Wood Stain (Provincial used)* *Clear Sealant (2 coats)* *3" Wood Screws* *1 3/8" Wood Screws* *3/8" Wooden Dowel (cut to 5 7/8")* *Rope (for the handle)* *Flowers or plants of choice* --- ✂️ Cut List: #### 🔸 Cedar Fence Picket Cuts: *Base Top Boards* (2) @ 18" × 5.5" (1) @ 16.5" × 1.5" *Base Platform* (1) @ 18" × 12.5" (assembled from glued-up fence picket panels) *Planter Sides (Octagon)* (8) Trapezoid pieces, each 4 7/8" (measured along long edge) *Planter Bottom* (Panel glue-up of cedar pickets, approx. 14" x 14", cut to shape) *Handle Boards (for rope handles)* (2) @ 6 7/8" × 2" with 3/8" center hole #### 🔸 2x4 Lumber Cuts: *Base Frame Ends* (2) @ 12.5" *Pump Support (Vertical Post)* (1) @ 21" × 1.5"x1.25" *Pump Side Posts (Planed to 1.25")* (2) @ 20.5" *Pump Handle + Faucet + Mounts* (4) pieces approx. @ 6" long each (Pump handle holders planed to 1" thick) #### 🔸 1x8 Cut: *Top Circle Plate* (1) 6" Diameter Circle --- 💡 Build Highlights: Routed edges for a smoother look Used CNC for faucet and handle pieces (but a jigsaw or bandsaw works fine) Glued and nailed all joints for extra strength Added a 1/2" drain hole in the planter Finished with stain and sealant for outdoor durability Rope added over the faux faucet for added charm Template credit:    • Low Cost High Profit DIY Project   #AveryDesignStudio --- Thanks for watching! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe if you want more builds like this. Drop any questions below! #woodworking #planterbox #DIYproject #gardenideas #cedarplanter #rusticdecor #woodpumpplanter #homedecorDIY