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Specifying planters: a guide for architects & designers

A clear specification avoids surprises on site and in the budget. This guide covers everything you need to specify planter boxes with confidence — and the resources we provide to make it easy.

Material & gauge

Specify architectural aluminium for most projects — light, corrosion-resistant and finishable in any colour — with gauge and bracing scaled to size. See aluminium vs Corten and benefits of aluminium.

Finish

Call up the powdercoat colour, sheen and texture (and any Colorbond/Dulux match). We hold finish consistency across the whole job. Finish samples are available on request.

Drainage & base

Specify base type (open/closed), drainage outlets, falls and liners — critical on structures and rooftops to protect waterproofing.

Weights & structural load

For elevated work, specify to saturated weight within the engineer's allowance — we provide unit and saturated weights. See rooftop weight & load.

CAD, DWG & documentation

We provide CAD/DWG/DXF files, specification sheets, shop drawings, QA documentation and warranty information through the Documentation — everything needed to specify and document.

Local vs imported — specifying for program & budget

Australian-made suits tight programs, oversize and one-off pieces; the imported range suits project quantities at value. Both are designed by POBOX to the same standard. Why AU made · Why imported.

Specification checklist

FAQ

Do you provide CAD and DWG files?
Yes — CAD/DWG/DXF and 3D models, plus spec sheets, via our Documentation page.
Can you produce shop drawings and engineering documentation?
Yes — shop drawings, engineering liaison and QA documentation for project orders.
How do we start a project together?
See our documentation, or book an online consultation — and for larger-scale projects we can visit your studio or site with samples.