DIY Table Troff Cooler - Summer simplified

You will need: Plastic planter box, 2x6’s and 2x4’s as tabletop, 2x4’s for frame under table, screws for pocket holes, #10 screws, galvanized strapping, water shut off tap, 4x4’s for legs, 3 inch deck screws, silicon, stain of your choice.

Steps:

Measure length of planter box and include lip (removable board will rest on this)

Cut 2x6 to cover the top of the planter box

Cut 4x 2x4’s the exact same length (2 on each side)

Cut 2x 2x6’s the exact size of the width (each end)

Cut 2x 2x6’s the exact size of the length (top and bottom)

Cut 2x 2x6’s the exact size of the with (end pieces)

Sand tops of all boards

Flip all boards over and pocket screw together (DO NOT screw in centre board)

Screw every couple of inches, work from the inside; out.

Build frame for legs using 2x4’s

Screw together frame using pocket screws

Sand and screw into underside of table

Tack planter box onto underside of table

Use galvanized strapping to add support under planterbox

Drill hole and install tap for drainage

Add Silicon to inside so it doesn’t leak

Drill hole in centerboard for easy removal when not using the cooler

Cut 4x4 legs at approx. 27 inches

Install legs with 3 inch deck screws (4 per leg) and countersink to hide screw

Use a plug cutter and flush cut saw to plug holes

Apply stain finish

Add ice, beverages, and enjoy!