This modern wood mailbox post sits on a concrete slab to keep it secure.

There’s a video that will show you the process of building it.

Mildew was scraped away from the post and then it was restained to look brand new.

mailbox post ideas

Mother Daughter Projects

Consider planting flowers around your mailbox post to give it a fresh look.

You could even go all out and create a mailbox garden.

It’s a simple post that uses just a few pieces of lumber.

A wooden mailbox post

Maker Gray

This one is just a single piece of wood.

Sometimes when you have a mailbox that’s the star of the show the post should take second fiddle.

Try placing a yard ornament, like a pink flamingo, near the post.

A brown mailbox post with a copper mailbox

Don’t Disturb This Groove

This is a paneled mailbox post that was built with acorbelto really make it jaw-dropping.

House numbers are added to the mailbox post in the same copper as the mailbox.

DIY Modern Mailbox

Homemade Modern

Don’t be afraid to go simple with your mailbox post.

slim mailbox post

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The mailbox post is simple but functional here.

There’s also a video here that will show you how to build it.

An existing post is used but has a fresh coat of paint which makes it look brand new.

A wooden mailbox post in front of a house

Two Feet First

There are full directions on how to build the house mailbox here.

Put a coat of paint on your mailbox post and mailbox.

A brass number plate adds a bit of shine and creates interesting shadows as the sun moves.

plant-covered mailbox post

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Slats of wood make up the thick body and then the mailbox is placed on top.

There’s a video included that shows you just how to build it.

A dark brown stain was added to the post as well as copper-colored address numbers.

A pink striped mailbox with a plastic flamingo

Studio DIY

She chose a durable, rust-proof plastic mailbox post that stands up to the area’s frequent rain showers.

Thenshe built a DIY screento anchor the mailbox area that doubles as a house number mount.

The all-black design echoes the sconce lighting and adjacent number plate for a cohesive look.

A white and copper mailbox and post

Deb and Danelle

Mailbox Post Refresh

Living Letter Home

Learn how to build this mailbox post with this tutorial.

It’s a standard post that has a few special features.

This is such a cute project and it would go well with just about any home.

black painted wood mailbox post

A Beautiful Mess

Whimsical Lighthouse Post

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A themed mailbox post isn’t for everyone.

Horseshoe Mailbox Post

House of Joyful Noise

Giveyour mailboxa rustic makeover with this DIY mail post project.

A weathered mailbox post is used for the frame.

A white wooden mailbox with a blue flag

Homemade Modern

Then the horseshoes are nailed into the post in a random pattern.

This is an easy project that’s going to look great.

This is a streamlined post that’s simple yet sturdy.

A mailbox shaped like a house

Pretty Handy Girl

Postal Service has officialguidelinesconcerning the size, placement, and installation of a new mailbox outside of your home.

A blue mailbox with flowers attached

The Homespun Hydrangea

modern mailbox post

Michelle Boudreau Design

A modern mailbox post and mailbox

Mother Daughter Projects

mailbox post with corbel

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A rose gold and brown mailbox

EPBOT

plastic mailbox post

Ursula Carmona of Home Made By Carmona

rustic mailbox post

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black mailbox post

Mary Patton Design

wrought iron mailbox post

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scrapwood mailbox post

The Homestud

cobalt blue mailbox post

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A white mailbox post with a black mailbox

Living Letter Home

wall mounted mailbox

White Sands

whimsical mailbox post

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A mailbox post with horseshoes

House of Joyful Noise

red brick mailbox post

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A woman mowing beside a mailbox

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