Vinyl Beam Assembly
STEP FOUR
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10 x 10 Flat Top Two-Tone Pergola
At this stage, the columns should be properly
installed as per the following illustration,
with the columns 110” in. (279.4 cm) apart.
Also, notice that the holes
at the top of each
post should be facing the
same direction.
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110 in.
279.4 cm.
110 in.
279.4 cm.
Insert two short metal stiffener into one long metal stiffener to
create full length piece. Repeat so you have four full length beams.
Insert the end of the vinyl beam into the joiner. Install
the beams so that the six small holes are facing up and the one
larger hole is away from the joiner.
Please Note:
Ensure to orientate the main beams correctly so the pre-drilled
holes for future installation of rafter brackets is correct.
Insert one assembled metal stiffener (with metal block facing up),
into the lower pocket of the vinyl beam past the joiner. Push
until metal block hits the internal ribbing.
Slide the other end of vinyl beam over the metal insert and into
the joiner. Note the hole locations again.
Screw the joiner to vinyl beams and metal insert using 1 1/2”
screws. The bottom and
top holes will need to be pre-drilled
(use drill bit provided).
Install the rafter U-brackets to the main beams using 5/8”
screws. Follow the pre-drilled holes to identify locations.
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2
3
4
5
6
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3
5
6
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Pre-drill holes on bottom and
top to accomodate for internal
metal stiffener.
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Beam Inser
t
Beam Inser
t
Beam Inser
t
metal block should face up
Hole
Holes on top
Hole
Holes on top