Building a DIY Pergola

In this video we are building a DIY backyard corner pergola! See more in the description for the full list of materials we used.

We had trouble finding a triangle shaped pergola that was big enough (and still within our budget) for the space we wanted, so we decided to build one ourselves from scratch. All of the materials we used were picked up from our local hardware store, and all of the wood was cut and stained from stock. We did not follow any specific plans, and cut everything to fit as we went.

Hardware:
Post Base - https://amzn.to/3yPPcie
Deck Joist Tie - https://amzn.to/4bTp7gC
Angled Rafter Hanger (left) - https://amzn.to/3XeX72r
Angled Rafter Hanger (right) - https://amzn.to/3Vy8t0f
3-1/2" Structural Screw - https://amzn.to/3VjeCvU
5-1/2" Structural Screw - https://amzn.to/3VCv0ta
Decorative Washers - https://amzn.to/4aSPodS
Rafter Clips - https://amzn.to/3XyoV2j

Lumber (stock dimensions):
Posts - 6" x 6" x 8'
Beams - 2" x 8" x 16'
Rafters - 2" x 6" x 16' and 2" x 6" x 8'
Strapping - 1" x 2" x 8'


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Love Aside - Patrick Patrikios