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2x2 Raised Planter Plans
A compact timber planter with a square frame, four short feet and a mitered top cap.
Actual footprint: 24 x 24 in
One design. Two levels of detail.
Free includes 6 selected build steps, using the same instructions and dimensioned images as premium. Premium includes the complete 7-step sequence, materials and cutting lists, tools, hardware and additional details.
| Included | Free | Premium |
|---|---|---|
| PDF pages | 11 | 14 |
| Illustrated build steps | 6 selected steps (2-7) | All 7 steps |
| Dimensioned drawings and model views | Included | Included |
| Rail, floor, wall, cap and fabric details | Included | Included |
| Post cuts and notch preparation | Not included | Included |
| Full shopping and cutting lists | Not included | Included |
| Recommended tools and technical support | Not included | Included |
Look inside the plan
These are selected pages from the actual Free and Premium PDFs, with each edition identified below. Select a page to enlarge it, or download the full free edition above.
Free page 3: front/rear and side elevations.
Premium page 7: post sections, mirrored notches and assembly.
Free page 7: wall board cuts, screw layout and assembly.
Dimensions that match the drawing
- Frame footprint
- 24 x 24 in
- Outside walls
- 25.5 x 25.5 in
- Top cap
- 28 x 28 in
- Finished height
- 24.75 in
- Posts
- Four 24 in posts; actual 1.5 x 3.5 in
- Revision
- October 28, 2026 / Seven construction steps; illustrated Free comparison
Before you choose
- This is a digital PDF, not a materials kit or a finished product.
- Dimensions are shown in feet and inches.
- Check actual stock and fastener fit before cutting. No soil-load capacity is certified.
- Build time and material budget have not yet been verified in a physical build.
- Payhip handles payment and paid-file delivery. Keep your receipt email to recover your download.
- Personal project use, including sharing with your project tradespeople. No resale or public redistribution of the premium PDF.
What the 2x2 Raised Planter takes to build
8 material lines and 7 illustrated build steps, 6 of them in the free PDF. Quantities below are from the plan itself; the cut sizes for every part are in the premium edition.
Structure
| Part | Qty |
|---|---|
| Exterior timber / 2x4 / 10 ft | 1 board |
| Exterior timber / 1x4 / 8 ft | 4 boards |
| Exterior timber / 1x6 / 10 ft | 4 boards |
| Exterior wood screws / 1 in / pack of 25 | 1 pack |
| Exterior wood screws / 2 in / pack of 50 | 1 pack |
| Exterior wood screws / 3 in / pack of 100 | 1 pack |
| Galvanized nails / 0.5 in / pack of 100 | 1 pack |
| Permeable landscape fabric / 24 x 30 in precut sheet | 1 sheet |
Build steps
- 1Cut and notch the posts
- 2Attach the lower railsFree PDF
- 3Fit the floor boardsFree PDF
- 4Attach the wall coursesFree PDF
- 5Cut and install the capFree PDF
- 6Fit and fasten the fabricFree PDF
- 7Finish the planterFree PDF
Quantities are taken from the published plan and are a guide for estimating, not a purchase list. Confirm quantities and sizing against your own site and local requirements.