How to Build a Simple Garden Arbor | Part 1 of Enclosed Garden Build

Hey friends, let's build a garden arbor! This simple build is a great weekend woodworking project for the spring or summer.

Stay tuned for the next video because I'll be sharing how I added fencing and gates around these to create an enclosed garden! This project turned out even better than I expected and I'm excited to be sharing it with you!

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Tools & Materials:
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Tools:
Miter Saw: https://homedepot.sjv.io/b3DkDx
Jig saw (optional): https://homedepot.sjv.io/Gjj912
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Wire Cutters: https://amzn.to/3MXcFlV

Materials:
(4) 4x4x8 posts: https://homedepot.sjv.io/jWjOeZ
(3) 2x4x8 boards (add two more if building the gate): https://homedepot.sjv.io/n1BJ46
(4) 2x2x8 boards
Welded wire fencing, lattice paneling, hardware cloth (for trellis material): https://homedepot.sjv.io/e4xA1Q
2 ½” exterior wood screws: https://homedepot.sjv.io/kjPo4V
2 ½” exterior pocket hole screws: https://amzn.to/3WQiUeZ
2 ⅞″ timber screws (optional–see notes): https://homedepot.sjv.io/x9JJO5
¾″ staples

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:41 The Garden Before
01:11 Building the Arbor Sides
02:52 Adding the Top Arbor Supports
04:40 Lining the Sides with 2x2s for Trellis
05:57 Adding Wire Fencing for Trellis
07:28 Attaching Top Pergola Pieces
08:02 Moving Arbors to Garden
08:27 Conclusion