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VINYL CLASSIC FREESTANDING PERGOLA
Shown: 8' x 12' Vinyl Classic Pergola with 12" Top and Main Runner Spacing
The design of this pergola is based on all posts being installed plumb and all beams and rafters
level. Patios are usually built with a slope to allow rainwater run-off. This factor must be taken
into account before beginning assembly of the kit, so that the tops of the posts, and therefore the
beams and runners are all level.
Some posts may need to be cut. You can also shim posts to attain the proper heights of the posts.
The vinyl sleeves and the wood inserts are the same size, so both will need to be cut. Cutting vinyl
should be done with a fine tooth circular saw blade, or hand saw so it does not chip. Cut through
both at the same time. If attaching to footers or a wooden deck, this must also be
checked for level. If there are questions – call before permanently mounting the posts.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
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Summary of Contents for Pergola kits USA VINYL CLASSIC FREESTANDING PERGOLA
- Page 1 P a g e VINYL CLASSIC FREESTANDING PERGOLA ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Shown: 8' x 12' Vinyl Classic Pergola with 12" Top and Main Runner Spacing The design of this pergola is based on all posts being installed plumb and all beams and rafters level.
- Page 2 P a g e SECTION One – Posts Setting up the template: 1. Your pergola kit includes a wooden template that is used to mark your post locations. Notice that two of the 2x4 boards have a marking near the ends. Build a box that will reveal the outside corners of the posts when properly placed.
- Page 3 P a g e 6. Set the Brackets: The brackets are stainless steel. Next, drill a hole into your concrete footer or slab. Using a ½" masonry bit, drill a 4" hole through the center of the large hole in the middle of the post base. Make sure all of the concrete dust is cleared from the hole.
- Page 4 P a g e 10. Attach the sleeve to the post with one 2 ½" white headed screw (as shown to right.) Do this for all posts. ADDITIONAL STEPS for 36" Post Trim - If the 36" bottom post trim sections have not been purchased skip to the next section.
- Page 5 P a g e SECTION 2 – Beams NOTE: Additional help is needed when setting the beams. They are not heavy, but need to be moved before attaching. A helper will keep them from being dropped. 1. Attaching beams to post. Notice the marks on inside of beams.
- Page 6 P a g e SECTION 3 - RUNNERS 1. Set all the runners on top of the beams and into the vinyl brackets. 2. Position each runner with an equal overhang as done with the beams. Measure the overhang from the outside edge of the beam to the decorative end cap.
- Page 7 P a g e SECTION 4 – BRACES 1. Slide the brace between the beams as shown. Slide up on the post until the marking on the inside of the braces aligns with the bottom of the beam. NOTE: The inside of the brace has the screw and or pencil marking.