Separate planting from the timber enclosure
Soil and irrigation need a suitable container and drainage arrangement. The timber forms the outer enclosure. Coordinate separation from moisture and access for servicing the inner planter. Soil, water and plant weight require specialist review, particularly on balconies or roofs.
Compare the design options
Use these options to discuss the configuration that fits the room and its intended use. Review dimensions and details against the actual material and hardware selected in the drawing.
Wood-clad outdoor planters — decision worksheet
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| Option | When to consider it | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Cladding around a separate planter | A planting container specified independently. | Moisture separation and drainage location. |
| Arrangement with removable parts | A planter requiring maintenance access. | Removal method and stable reassembly. |
| Planter with seating or divider | Several functions within one feature. | Separate support, wet zones and access routes. |
Details to send before quotation
Include clear site photos and any available drawings, then clarify the points below. This makes the quotation scope easier to review and helps identify changes before production approval.
- State the location, exposure and intended plant size.
- Provide the inner container and irrigation and drainage arrangement.
- Review weight, support and waterproofing protection with the specialist.
- Specify timber cladding and removable maintenance sections.
Installation and handover checks
Have drainage tested and inspect the planned separation between water and timber. Check enclosure stability, access to the planter and the cleaning and inspection arrangement.
| Item | What to clarify |
|---|---|
| Project file | Location, floor, site photos and dimensioned drawings with a revision date. |
| Quotation scope | Identify manufacture, delivery, lifting, installation and work requiring another contractor. |
| Approval | Agree the finish sample, production drawing and item schedule; record changes to price or timing. |
Common questions
Can soil go directly into any wooden box?
Do not assume so. Review the inner container, separation, drainage and material. An ordinary decorative box is not a specified planting system.
