I prep each rafter by squaring one end of the board. Rough-sawn and pressure-treated material usually isn't completely square, or it can be rough-cut on the ends. I do this either with a miter saw or ...

When choosing a location for your pergola, make sure to place it with the rafters pointing north and south for optimum sun protection. When choosing a location for your pergola, make sure to place it ...

Because this DIY pergola project is made to stand independent of the house, you can either locate it right near your house as we did or let it stand alone in the garden. You can also consider using ...

Pergolas fell out of favor as homeowners turned to three-season rooms, large decks or covered porches. But the venerable pergola has mounted a comeback as gardeners seek ways to bring plantings and ...

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When the temperature started climbing this spring, my husband and I realized it was time to turn our attention to the outside of our house, most importantly the garage. Not only is it in need of some ...

Materials and tools needed to build a pergola on your deck that stands 8 feet high by 10 feet wide and 10 feet deep: 4x4 pieces of lumber cut to four 96-inch lengths and four additional lengths that ...

If you want to elevate the look of an outdoor area, consider adding a pergola. Typically constructed from wood or metal, these structures provide shelter from the sun and make a space appear stylish ...