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Like that rustic, country-chic look? This little wooden wagon from Best Choice Products makes a cute planter or holiday display, and it goes together pretty easily.
I bought this wagon planter on Amazon. It comes in a box, so you’ll have to do a little work. Here’s what’s inside, how I put it together, and how it looks once it’s done.
- Rustic, antique wagon look
- Pre-drilled holes and pre-installed nuts
- Nice cedar-like smell from the wood
- Easy to assemble
- Lots of turning without a power driver
- Wheels fit tight, so it’s not really meant to roll
- Hot glue visible on the wheel spokes
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What it is
It’s kind of an old-school wagon, almost like a wooden Radio Flyer. It’s meant for showing off flowers or holiday decorations if your place has a bit of a rustic country look.
When I opened the box, I could smell the stain or the wood. Not a varnish smell, more like cedar, and it actually smells pretty nice.
What’s in the box
You get the wagon bed, four spoked wheels (it looks like hot glue holds in the spokes), two wheel supports, a square center bar, the handle, a bag of hardware and the instructions.
How to assemble it
- Wheel supports: the holes on the bottom of the two supports are pre-drilled and the receiving nuts are already installed. Push each bolt through, start it by hand, then tighten it down.
- Center bar: it goes between the supports for structure. Two long wood screws go in from the outside.
- Wheels: slide each wheel onto its hub (it’s a tight fit) and push a cotter pin through the hole. Spread the pin with pliers, or bend the end back with your finger.
- Handle: curved side down when the wagon is upright. It attaches with a long bolt, a nut and washers placed wherever wood meets wood. Don’t overtighten it.
It’s not hard, but there’s a lot of turning, so a power tool makes a big difference.
The finished wagon
And now it looks like an antique wagon. You could put flowers or potted plants in it, or a small straw bale with pumpkins at Halloween. It’s really meant for decoration outside, to show off a little country-chic style.
FAQ
Is it hard to assemble?
No. The holes are pre-drilled and the nuts are pre-installed. A power driver just speeds it up.
What tools do I need?
A screwdriver or power driver, and pliers are handy for the cotter pins.
Does it roll?
The wheels are a tight fit, so I don’t think it’s meant to roll around much. It’s a decoration.
What can I put in it?
Flowers, potted plants, or seasonal decor like a straw bale and pumpkins.
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