What you need
Ladder(s)
Drill(s)
Measuring Tape
4-6 People (A mechanical lift is also recommended for this build)
Cardboard (to be placed under the brackets to avoid scratching your surface or the brackets)
LUMBER
When purchasing your lumber, always take a bracket with you to ensure a proper fit.
You can select whatever lumber suits your style and budget. It must be dry and straight.
Brackets use dressed lumber.
4”x4” (3.5”x3.5”) Bracket Cavity is 3.61”x3.61”
6”x6” (5.5”x5.5”) Bracket Cavity is 5.62”x5.62”
SCREWS
Each bracket only requires 2 screws per each side/set of eight holes.
1-1/2” Pan Rob/Phil combo drive 304 S.S Wood screws with Black plastic head caps are included.
Insert screws in holes closest to the wood.
Hardware to secure to wood is included.
Additional screws are available for purchase.
SECTION 1: BUILDING THE TOP
Ensure that the angled TRIO brackets are set so that the bottom post inserts into the side of the bracket with the angle in it.
BUILDING A ‘U’: Insert your lumber into the TRIO brackets. Use the “Up” angle brackets to create the U. This will be the low side of your angled pergola. See figure 1.
BUILDING AN ‘I’: Insert your lumber into the TRIO brackets. Use the “DOWN” angle brackets to create the I. This will be the high side of your angled pergola. See figure 2.
Secure bracket to lumber with provided screws.
100 Degree Brackets
SECTION 2: INSERTING THE POSTS
Insert your vertical posts on the high side first.
Secure bracket to lumber with provided screws.
SECTION 3: COMPLETE
Insert your lumber into side 2 (the low side) to complete your pergola.
Secure bracket to lumber with provided screws.
Anchor to your surface. Remember, anchoring hardware is NOT included as surfaces will vary from build to build. A local building supply retailer will be a helpful resource.