How to Build a Deck Box (Part Three)

The last couple posts have been devoted to instructions on how to build a deck box. This project is a great way to improve your elementary carpentry skills, and the resulting storage box is incredibly practical and useful. Here are the last two steps to finishing up your box.

4. Screw the sides to the front and back of the storage box. Set the bottom on the box. Drill and countersink pilot holes. Attach the bottom to the cedar box. Turn the box upright so that it is standing on its feet.

5. Position the piano hinge flush with the back edge of the top piece for the cedar box, so that there are six inches at each end that will be unhinged. Use the brass wood screws to secure the hinge to the top of the chest. Have someone else hold the top in place while you position it on the top edge of the cedar storage chest. Use brass wood screws to finish securing the top to the rest of the box.

And now you’re done! Pat yourself on the back, dust yourself off, and go try that box out! With this box you can finally get your patio and backyard organized, or at least make it look that way.