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How to Build a Pergola

Our existing patio was built over a sand and compacted gravel base, so we removed only the stones necessary to dig the 12-in. diameter holes to secure the posts. You’ll most likely have a different ...
Attach horizontal 1×2 battens at the top and bottom of both sides of the back wall, the top of the arch wall, and around the base on the gazebo’s interior. Use exterior-rated wood glue and two-inch ...
A pergola can become a focal point in an ordinary yard because it creates an attractive outdoor living space for seating and dining, either as a standalone structure or used to cover a deck. It is a ...