Build a Garden Trellis
Enhance your garden's beauty and support climbing plants with a custom-built garden trellis. This beginner-friendly project adds vertical interest and maximizes growing space for vegetables and flowers, all while saving money.
Buy vs. Borrow Breakdown
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Tools Needed
7 of 7 tools needed
Buy Everything
$326
$281 tools + $45 materials
Rent Tools
$101
$56/day + $45 materials
Borrow From Library
$45
Free tools + $45 materials
You could save
$281
by borrowing tools from a library instead of buying them
Tools You'll Need
Check your local tool library — most carry every tool on this list.
- Circular SawEssential
- Cordless DrillEssential
- Tape MeasureEssential
- Speed SquareEssential
- Safety GlassesEssential
- Wood Clamps
- Drill Bit SetEssential
Materials You'll Buy
Materials are the only real cost — hardware stores near you have everything.
- 1x2 pressure-treated lumber (four 6-foot pieces, four 2-foot pieces)
- 2.5-inch exterior wood screws
- Exterior wood glue
- Exterior paint or stain (optional)
- Sandpaper (medium grit)
- Pencil
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