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I always wanted a new parcel / letterbox and I wanted it to look unique while being functional.
I hadn't planned on doing this before I had finished many other yard projects but unfortunately my old letterbox gave in after some rough handling.
So the project was brought forward since I was having issues receiving mail and I am very conscious about spending money on temporary fixes.
Materials
Sandleford Glenelg 86cm White Matte Parcel Letterbox
Timber Slab
2 x Half Stirrup Post Anchor's
Bugle Batten
Quick Dry Cement
Epoxy Adhesive
Sandpaper
Stain/Varnish/Oil
Tools
Ryobi Hammer Drill & Masonry drill bit
Ryobi Drill Driver & timber Drill bits
Ryobi Jigsaw
Spirit Level
Tape measure
Ruler
Pencil
Shovel
Trowel
Hammer
M10 Socket & Socket Spanner
Adjustable Wrench
Roller and or paint brush
Steps
Step 1
The first step for me was to source the materials. This included a trip to a local farm with the parcel letterbox measurements where I was able to find the perfect slab of blackbutt timber for the project.
Step 2
Next step was to build the slab. You will need to dig a hole, build formwork out of scrap timber (I used timber from a pallet I picked up from Bunnings).
I used the slab of timber & the parcel letterbox to get the measurements of the size of the slab but ensured it was a minimum of 100mm deep.
I used quick set cement and due to the weight of the slab I also used two half stirrup post anchor's that I set into the cement. Pour the formwork, screed off concrete and level.
Step 3
Next step was to measure and cut the hole for the letter box then sand back the timber slab.
Step 4
Stain/varnish/oil the timber slab whichever is your preferred. I just used timber DIGGERS Anti-Mould Formulation Linseed Oil and Cabot's Natural Decking Oil. I chose oil over varnish as it will be easier to maintain over time and no need to sand to remove varnish.
Step 5
Then you can bolt the timber slab to the concrete slab via the half stirrup post anchor's.
Step 6
Next step is to install the parcel letterbox.
The Sandleford Parcel Letterbox comes with the parts you need for installation and great detailed instructions on how to install.
But in short ensure the front chute of the parcel letterbox is flush against the slab, You will need to mark up and drill holes in the slab and then bolt the parcel letterbox to the slab and then attach the faceplate.
Step 7
Once your letter box is installed you can then add house numbers if you wish, you can buy these at bunnings.
I actually purchased mine from House Numbers, Australia as they were custom made.
These also came with detailed instructions and a template. Measure and align template, drill holes, and attach the house numbers with Epoxy Adhesive.
