Tools Needed
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Helper
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Hammer
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Ladder
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Screw gun (star drive bit supplied with kit)
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Post Hole Digger
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3/4” Wrench
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Level
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Tape measure
Kit Contents
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2x8 Beams (2)
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2x6 Notched Rafters
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6x6 Notched Posts (2)
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Hardware Pack
Reference the packing list that was provided with your shipment confirmation for a complete list of
kit components, including the number of each type of lumber and hardware pack components.
Installation Steps
1.
Remove pieces from the crate and lay out where you would like to install the pergola.
2.
Lay one beam on the ground and lay the posts inside the marks that say “post” on top of the
beam.
3.
Lay the other beam on top of the posts creating a sandwich with the two beams on the outside
and the posts in the middle.
4.
Insert the four 1/2” bolts with a washer on each through the predrilled holes that go through the
beams and posts.
5.
Now flip the assembly over by lifting the end of the posts up and over while the beam stays on
the ground.
6.
Put another washer and a nut on each of the bolts and tighten with 3/4" wrench.
7.
Now you are ready to dig your holes. With the assembly laying on the ground, line up the
bottom of the posts where you would like the pergola to stand and mark the ground for the
center of the post holes.
8.
Dig the post holes at least 2’ deep and approximately 12” diameter. See more information
about post depth under the Resources tab of our web site.
9.
Stand the assembly up and let the posts slide down into the holes.
10. Have your helper hold each post plumb while you pour dry concrete in to each hole.
Do not
water in the concrete yet.
11. Make sure the beam is level from post to post. If not, raise the lower side up to the level of the
high side and let the dry concrete fill in under the post a bit.
