To build our sandbox we started off by using 4x4 to build the 4 posts. We made each post 12in tall. We then used 2x6’s to build the walls. We did two high on each side. I wouldn’t recommend making your sandbox larger than 6x6 because most sandbox covers (available on Amazon) only go up to 6x6. After attaching the walls to the posts (using 3in screws), we cut the 1/2in maple plywood to make the floor to the sandbox. We then attached the floor to the sandbox using 1 3/4in screws. I then painted the sandbox in the color “Macadamia” by Valspar. We then framed out a wall (to the desired length) using 2x3’s and used the 1/2in maple plywood to make the front of the wall. For the detailing on the front of the accent wall, we got prefabricated siding (it’s linked as plywood panel siding) and attached it to the wall with a brad nailer. We also made a house shaped, magnetic chalkboard that I will include a tutorial for in a separate video. I painted both the chalkboard and the accent wall in “Cool Pine” by Valspar and attached them to the sandbox using 3in screws. We used the poplar board as the shelf and tradition cabinet knobs as the hooks. We attached both these to the accent wall. I laid weed barrier along the bottom of the sandbox and filled the sand box with 20, 50lb bags of sand. We then used the remaining 1/2in maple plywood to cut four seats for each of the corners. I’ve linked everything we used here! | DIY home project, sandbox, kid backyard play space, DIYs, screen free, toddler activities | DIY DIYS DIYhomeproject homeDIY sandbox kidbackyard playspace DIYs screenfree toddleractivities LTKhome LTKkids LTKfamily