Easy DIY Lightweight Concrete Planters
There is just something about gorgeous concrete planters! I mean they are modern, clean and simple looking and easy to maintain. In today’s world easy to care for and a modern clean look is the perfect combination!
So what could be wrong with them?
Well, they are insanely expensive, heavy and hard to move. Have any of these issues ever crossed your mind too? Love the way the concrete planters look but struggle with price points and trying to figure out how to move them?
No need to stress anymore because I was in the same boat. I wanted nothing but concrete planters everywhere. But, my wallet and muscles told me NO!
I figured out how to not only get that modern simple concrete look for a fraction of the cost. Bonus Perk, I can move them all by myself! Let’s make some Easy DIY Lightweight Concrete Planters!
The Ugly truth about Concrete Planters
You can’t have concrete planters without spending a fortune or that they are too heavy to move them on your own…WRONG!
Concrete planters are notoriously expensive and this keeps a lot of people from even looking at buying them. Or the fact that they are so heavy to move is an immediate turn off to owning concrete planters. It’s like once we have decided something is already too expensive or too heavy our dreams are immediately crushed.
I am here to help you with the perfect solution and bring that dream back to life. You can afford those modern minimalist concrete planters and will be able to move them yourself.
You will have to do a little work and when I mean little I mean VERY LITTLE WORK!
So, get these ugly truths out of your head that you will never have those gorgeous custom planter. Not only because they are so expensive. But, also because of them being so difficult to move.
We are all about working smarter, not harder over here. Let’s get you making your dream DIY concrete planters!
Supplies to make Easy DIY Lightweight Concrete Planters
I don’t know about you but I just love a DIY project that has a small shopping supply list. This is a very budget friendly project that can fit any budget.
These stylish new planters we made for our front porch. We randomly found one day browsing at Aldi and they were only $15 each. This seemed like a steal to me and I just loved the shape of them! You can choose to do small or large concrete planters for the space you have in mind.
I wasn’t able to find these exact pots but I did find a great list of options that are a similar size. Remember don’t get too caught up in the color of the pots because we are going to paint them anyway.
Pay most attention to the price, size and style you are looking for! That is why this DIY project works for any budget. You get to choose how much you spend on your pots. Which is the biggest expense of this project!
Supplies needed to make Lightweight Concrete Planters:
Plastic Lightweight Planters of Choice
Krylon Textured Soapstone Spray Paint
How to make Easy DIY Lightweight Concrete Planters
Step-by-Step Guide too make Lightweight Concrete Planters:
- Select your stylish planters you want to makeover that are a lightweight plastic. That is the key in these being lightweight and easy to move.
- Lightly sand the entire surface of your plastic planters with a 220 grit sanding sponge. This grit will still leave you with a smooth finish and only lightly rough the surface to give your paint something to stick to.
- Rinse off your plastic planters with water to make sure you get all the dust off.
- Let all sides of the containers dry completely for a couple hours before you move onto painting
- Set your planters on a plastic bag to minimize overspray.
- Get your spray paint of choice. I chose the Krylon Textured Soapstone Color because it was closest to a concrete look.
- Follow spraying instructions on the spray can. Spray 2-3 light coats on the outside of the pot until you get the coverage you are looking for.
- Before your final coat dries you want to dust some baking soda all over the pot randomly. This will really give it that authentic concrete look once dried.(optional step)
- Let dry completely until the next day before you brush off excess baking soda that didn’t stick. Not all the baking soda will stick and that is ok. This will make sure it gets that authentic concrete look not completely covered in baking soda.
- For outdoor use, if there is no drainage hole drill 2-3 before you plant your plants.
- Add you plant of choice and enjoy your pot for many years to come!
Before you go…
Not only did you just make your very own diy cement planters. They are the most lightweight concrete planters you can actually move yourself. Talk about having your cake and eating it too?
Who doesn’t love an all around DIY budget friendly win. You will also save a ton of money making the tall concrete planter. Real concrete planters are extremely expensive and not everyone has the budget for that.
Whether you chose to make a small planter or large planter. I love making sure you have projects that can fit any budget. But also fit your dream style inside and outside your home! Cheers to this fun project without the heavy price tag and making something gorgeous without sacrificing your design style!
PRO TIP #1: If you absolutely love the look you’ve achieved and want to really make sure it lasts for many years. Get a matte finish clear spray paint and do 2 coats all over your planters.
PRO TIP #2: If you notice your plant is getting water logged. Drill another drain hole until you notice it is able to drain enough over time.
I am slightly obsessed with the look of a cement planter now and excited to try some other concrete projects soon!!!
If or when you do this lightweight concrete planter DIY, I’d love for you to tag us on Instagram so I can see your really fun DIY projects come to life!
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