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A deck box that reads as modern furniture: cedar picket paneling over two 2x4 frames, a slat floor on cleats, and a hinged lid that seats two.
| Part | Qty | T × W × L | Material | ✓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frame boards | 6 | 1 1/2" × 3 1/2" × 15 3/4" | 2x4 | ☐ |
| Front and back paneling | 9 | 5/8" × 5 1/2" × 35 3/4" | Cedar fence picket | ☐ |
| End paneling and floor slats | 10 | 5/8" × 5 1/2" × 15 3/4" | Cedar fence picket | ☐ |
| Floor cleats Measure and cut to fit your box. | 2 | 3/4" × 1 1/2" × 34 3/4" | 1x2 | ☐ |
| Lid supports | 2 | 3/4" × 2 1/2" × 15 1/2" | 1x3 | ☐ |
| Short floor slats | 2 | 3/4" × 1 1/2" × 12 3/4" | 1x2 | ☐ |
| Item | Qty | ✓ |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar fence picket, 5-1/2" x 72", not dog-eared (Cedar) All the paneling, floor, and lid. 1x6 boards substitute directly for a smoother look. | 7 each | ☐ |
| 2x4, 8 ft The two side frames. | 1 each | ☐ |
| 1x2, 8 ft Floor cleats and short floor slats. | 1 each | ☐ |
| 1x3, 8 ft Lid supports. | 1 each | ☐ |
| Exterior hinges Small hinges at the back of the lid. | 2 each | ☐ |
| Exterior screws, #9 x 2-1/2", self-tapping, star drive Frame joints only. | 8 each | ☐ |
| Exterior screws, #8 x 1-1/4", self-tapping, star drive All the paneling. Staples or brads in matching lengths substitute. | 80 each | ☐ |
Overall cost: $$. Lumber varies by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure.