5 FT. COASTAL LAWN LIGHTHOUSE PLANS
How to Build a 5 FT. Red and White Striped
Coastal Lighthouse
These one-of-a-kind DIY lighthouse plans include instructions
and full color photos at every step! The detailed
woodworking plans show you to build this attractive lawn
lighthouse from beginning to end. The instruction guide also
shows how to lay out and paint the red and white stripes. The
lighthouse stands 5 ft. tall and can be made out of any type
of available wood. Purchase the top and windows shown
here, or use your own low voltage or solar light on top - there
are hundreds of different lighting options available online or
at your local home improvement store.
Downloadable woodworking
plans include pictures and easy
to follow instructions. The plans
read like a book, with actual
construction photos explained
in detail at every step. Material
and tool lists included. Plans are
in PDF format and can viewed
on your computer or you can
print them on 8.5 x 11 paper.
Lighthouse shown with a Solar Pathway Light
Shown with Optional Aluminum Top
A few notes about building this lighthouse:
You can build the lighthouse out of any type of available
wood; plywood, treated lumber, or regular un-treated planks.
If you’re going to place it outside, be sure to either make it
out of treated lumber or use a good quality paint to protect it
from the elements. Be aware that paint does not stick to
treated lumber all that well so a deck stain is sometimes a
better option, or a primer specifically designed for treated
wood.
Make sure your boards are straight. When you join the
corners, you’ll want them to come together without gaps.
Small gaps can be filled with wood filler before painting, but
straight boards will eliminate any problems later.
Lastly, you can paint this lighthouse any color scheme you’d
like. The plans show you how to lay out the stripes exactly as
shown, but this is your lighthouse and there are endless
possibilities. I’d love to see a photo of your masterpiece
when you’re done!
Check out details on building this lighthouse on the
YouTube video: