DIY Sandbox with Cover
Is there a child anywhere who doesn’t love playing in sand? Here’s a great DIY sandbox that keeps the sand in and the cats out. If you’re short of time or just want to save a few hours and some money, you’ll find links to great value ready-to-assemble kits below the gallery images.
Want to make this your weekend project? Here’s what you will need…
Materials:
- 1×8 and 1×4 Cedar Wood
- 2x4x8/Stud Length
- 4 sets Exterior Grade Hinges
- Rope or Exterior Grade Handles
- 1-1/4” Screws
- 1-1/4” Pocket Hole Screws
- Wood Glue
Tools:
- Measuring Tape
- Carpenter’s Square
- Marker
- Drill
- Circular Saw
- Compound Miter Saw
- Sander
- Countersink Drill Bit
- Kreg Jig
- Safety Glasses
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Thanks to The Perfect Sandbox for this great project. You can get step by step instructions here…
Right now you can buy the ready to assemble kit for less than it will cost you to buy the timber. Click either image to buy the kit…
Click here to order the above unit.
The same unit with a sun canopy can be ordered here.
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