Keep the color a classic red to retain the vintage appeal.
Diy mailbox post dimensions. Josh temple diy host uses a post hole digger to make a hole in the ground for the mailbox project on disaster house. Mark the cut lines on the piece of lumber and get the job done using a circular saw. Using string square and spray paint mark a square for the footer and clear it. Dimensions for an approved package mailbox are no larger than 22 1 2 inches long 8 inches wide and 11 1 2 inches high.
Make also smart use of wood and pvc pipe to make lovely mailboxes like a pro which will demand a very low maintenance. Using an old water pump as a post for a mailbox will flood your yard with country charm. Place your mailbox 6 to 8 back from the curb. A stone mailbox surround is great for adding curb appeal to your home.
Mailbox post plans free pdf download step by step illustrated instructions material list with cutting list and shopping list. Get diy ideas to enhance your mailbox and mailbox post. According to standard postal service codes a mailbox should not sit any higher than 45 inches from street level. The first step of the woodworking project is to build the vertical post for the mailbox support.
If you do not have a raised curb contact your local postmaster for guidance. The footer should be 6 inches wider than the mailbox surround. Adhere the stones all around your wooden posts and create a stunning stone look of your posts install the new mailboxes and make fabulous looking mailbox posts that will also create a refined look of your home exterior. Therefore cut the component out of 4 4 lumber using the information from the diagram.
That hasn t bothered me too much as i just rented a mail box from the post office but today they charged me 5 to get mail that was addressed to our physical address rather than our po box. The receptacle for the rebel house the rental that matt and i have been remodeling had a mailbox and a post that was way worse than mine. Start by drawing a design with a computer program or graph paper. Make a notch to the 4 4 as shown on illustration above.
Sure a new mailbox post can be purchased then sunk into the ground but it is a few bucks cheaper to build your own and customize it to reflect the style of your home. Learn about installation repair and other diy solutions to enhance the mailbox experience. I am sooooo angry. Cut a 4 4 to 6 8 long a.
Dig a new hole using a post hole digger. If necessary remove the cement base from the old post.