How to Build a Potting Bench

By Jennifer Stimpson, This Old House magazine

an illustration focusing on the work space as well as cleats and framing for a potting bench

Illustration: Gregory Nemec

Use a jigsaw to cut the curved profiles on the side pieces. Screw the frame together with the bottom edges flush. Secure cleats along the sides of the frame and another spanning the middle of the frame, all flush with the bottom edges. Secure the shelf boards to the cleats.

Steps

Introduction
Overview
1. Make the Work Surface
2. Make the Bottom Shelf
3. Attach the Legs
4. Insert the Top Shelf
5. Attach the Wire Mesh

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