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A raised garden bed on 4x4 legs, built from untreated 2x6 boards so nothing but wood touches the soil, joined with metal strap-ties instead of internal joinery.
| Part | Qty | T × W × L | Material | ✓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Box base and wall sides | 10 | 1 1/2" × 5 1/2" × 60" | Pine 2x6 | ☐ |
| Box end walls | 6 | 1 1/2" × 5 1/2" × 19" | Pine 2x6 | ☐ |
| Legs | 4 | 3 1/2" × 3 1/2" × 24" | Cedar 4x4 | ☐ |
| Item | Qty | ✓ |
|---|---|---|
| Pine, 2x6, 16 ft Untreated, so nothing leaches into the soil. | 4 each | ☐ |
| Cedar, 4x4, 8 ft Rot-resistant — used only for the legs, which stay clear of the soil. | 1 each | ☐ |
| Wood screws, 2" | 2 box | ☐ |
| Metal strap-ties, straight | 16 each | ☐ |
| Metal strap-ties, bent 90° | 8 each | ☐ |
| Wood glue | 4 oz | ☐ |
Overall cost: $$. Lumber varies by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure.