Steps
STEP 1
Cut pieces of red oak to size to create a rectangle frame. Cut two long pieces to size depending on number of pots and two short pieces to connect the longer ones.
Tools
Miter Saw
![cutting wood to size](https://2e1293630802db8d0d56-50fcdb1c10e3e49a3d1b0541a2f13b69.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/projects/steps/23c7bd95e3eb4b9e98af2cf95aea981f.png)
STEP 2
Measure the width of the pots. Use a hole saw to cut the holes for the pots.
Tools
Drill/Driver
![cutting pot holes](https://2e1293630802db8d0d56-50fcdb1c10e3e49a3d1b0541a2f13b69.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/projects/steps/6d95ed9cc7f94ccf8c9e1b5a0cde83ec.png)
STEP 3
Sand the pieces of wood to smooth any imperfections.
Tools
Orbit Sander
![sanding wood](https://2e1293630802db8d0d56-50fcdb1c10e3e49a3d1b0541a2f13b69.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/projects/steps/9267dd404981485b931014d79ec5fae7.png)
STEP 4
Use brad nails and wood glue to assemble the planter tray. Add wood stain as desired.
Tools
Brad Nailer
![assembling tray](https://2e1293630802db8d0d56-50fcdb1c10e3e49a3d1b0541a2f13b69.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/projects/steps/b16c9ff6b2364ca1b64ccc034ac1ac0b.png)