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1.6
FLOATING SYSTEM
1.6.1
What is a floating system?
Floating means that the vertical posts for the pergola are secured to 6x6s that are laid on the ground and floating; employing 2-
way elbow brackets to secure the posts to the floating floor 6x6s. You may choose to create a wooden deck within the pergola
walls. To do so, you must add 2x4 beams every 24” to support the deck boards. You may toenail the 2x4 beams in place or
choose an easier and more precise mounting method using our 2x4 Beam Support Brackets (SKU# 24BS, available at
RioOutdoors.com).