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Learn how to build a pergola or trellis in this free day house and garden video series from our home improvement expert.
There are 17 videos in this series:
Learn how to plan your pergola (or trellis) and the tools needed when building a pergola in this free garden remodel video from a home construction expert.
Learn how to measure and cut the 2x4s for the bases when building trellis or pergola in this free garden remodel video from a home construction expert.
Learn how to measure and layout the plywood when building trellis or pergola in this free garden remodel video from a home construction expert.
Learn how to cut the plywood for your bases when building trellis or pergola in this free garden remodel video from a home construction expert.
Learn how to assemble the 2x4 boards when building trellis or pergola in this free garden remodel video from a home construction expert.
Learn how to assemble the plywood sides when building trellis or pergola in this free garden remodel video from a home construction expert.
Learn how to find a scroll pattern for your pergola when building trellis or pergola in this free garden remodel video from a home construction expert.
Learn how to trace pattern on to beams when building trellis or pergola in this free garden remodel video from a home construction expert.
Learn how to cut your scroll pattern on your beams when building trellis or pergola in this free garden remodel video from a home construction expert.
Learn how to attach your pole base plates when building trellis or pergola in this free garden remodel video from a home construction expert.
Learn how to trim the post tops for tapered columns when building trellis or pergola in this free garden remodel video from a home construction expert.
Learn how to erect a column and post when building trellis or pergola in this free garden remodel video from a home construction expert.
Learn how to attach base to concrete when building trellis or pergola in this free garden remodel video from a home construction expert.
Learn how to attach the other plywood sides when building trellis or pergola in this free garden remodel video from a home construction expert.
Learn how to cut out and attach plywood base tops when building trellis or pergola in this free garden remodel video from a home construction expert.
Learn how to attach main beams to posts when building trellis or pergola in this free garden remodel video from a home construction expert.
Learn how to attach cross beams to main beams when building trellis or pergola in this free garden remodel video from a home construction expert.
Learn how to liven up your garden or your backyard in this free home improvement video from our construction expert. What you need is a pergola, which is essentially a trellis of cross beams supported by columns and posts. It may be free-standing or connected to a building, and in some cases act as a cover for a walkway. Pergolas were popular features of Renaissance-era gardens, when they often played host to willow and hazel shoots.
In this series, our expert demonstrates the entire process of making your own pergola, from choosing the right tools, to creating patterns, to tracing and then cutting out these pattern from plywood squares. He shows you how to anchor the base in concrete, then attach the columns and supports to the cross beams. After watching this excellent series, you will be ready to renovate your garden.
Bob Street Bob Street has been in construction for more than 25 years. He is a carpenter, plumber, electrician and heavy equipment operator, including loaders and back hoes. He has knowledge and experience in every aspect of a home's construction, from the foundation to the shingles. After working for many commercial and residential builders, Bob is now in business for himself with Houdini Home Repair to help you keep your property in tip top shape for years to come, or to get it ready for a quick and easy sale.dkdk
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