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Summary of Contents for Backyard Living Structures PERGOLA
- Page 1 PERGOLA INSTALLATION GUIDE www.backyardlivingstructures.com 800-352-1672...
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Page 2: Tools Needed
TOOLS NEEDED INSTALLATION TOOLS FOR ASSEMBLY • Drill(s) • 12″ Drill Extension (2x8 option only) • Wrench for Anchors on post • Miter or Circular Saw with • Phillips bit for Drill • Composite shims carbide blade (cut slowly) • Level •... - Page 3 For the following measurements rafters to your desired overhang. example, a 12’ x 16’ pergola will as you will want these later: have a roof area of 12’ x 16’ and a post spacing of 10’ x 14’.
- Page 4 STEP 2 INSTALL POST MOUNTS 5x5 Post or Column Sleeve Aluminum Post Mount 5x5 Post Skirt or Column Base Aluminum Mounting Plate Carriage Bolt or Ledger Screw (4) (not included) FLOORING BLOCKING Minimum BLOCKING 4 Nails per Joist 2"x10" (TYP) 2A MOUNT TO DECK a.
- Page 5 NOTE: MOUNT TO SLAB OR LANDSCAPE COLUMN TOP FOR A POURED SLAB, concrete must be a minimum 4" thick. FOR A LANDSCAPE 5x5 Post or Column Sleeve COLUMN, we recommend a one-piece cap of Aluminum Post Mount concrete or natural stone 5x5 Post Skirt or (4000 psi or greater).
- Page 6 (does not slide up/down) 12½" sq. - 10" Column The main goal in this method is Top of Footing PAVER to isolate the pergola posts from at Patio Height GRAVEL the patio area without looking like it. This allows the patio to move...
- Page 7 36" Minimum Depth NOTE: This type of footing is best when building pergola in conjunction with a paver patio or a concrete patio that is less than 4" thick. This is also the best application if you have any concerns of frost heaving the patio.
- Page 8 STEP 3 INSTALL COLUMNS OVER POST MOUNT Wood Post Plug CUT POST MOUNT TO HEIGHT Mark the desired top of beam height on each post mount. • Ensure the top of beam will be level. The simplest way (short of using a laser level) is to quick clamp your beams to your post mounts and adjust until level.
- Page 9 3A INSTALL 5" X 5" POST 3B INSTALL COLUMN OVER OVER POST MOUNT POST MOUNT (7" SQUARE/ 7" ROUND/10" ROUND COLUMN) Cut each 5x5 vinyl post sleeve to proper height. • Cut post ½″ shorter than recorded measurements. Cut each vinyl column sleeve to proper height: Install skirts and optional trim rings on to •...
- Page 10 Sheathing Siding NOTE: Secure ledger to structure ensuring it is centered on pergola – PRO TIP: layout and mark rafter hanger locations prior to installation of ledger plate. If removing siding, ensure that ledger plate is properly flashed and sealed.
- Page 11 STEP 5 INSTALL BEAMS ⁄ " Plugs PRO-TIPS: White Panhead Screw into each Purlin ⁄ "x1" If flat caps are desired on Hex Screw ends of a beam, cut aluminum insert short by ½" per end ⁄ "x1" Hex Screw to allow for insert of cap.
- Page 12 PRO-TIP: If structural wall is bowed, adjust rafter length as necessary to ensure uniform overhang over beam. If pergola is attached to a structure always attach rafters to ledger before securing them to the beam. If flat caps are desired on ends of a rafter cut aluminum insert short by ½"...
- Page 13 STEP 8 STEP 9 STEP 7 INSTALL PURLINS CAPS AND ATTACH PURLIN FINISHING HOLDERS If necessary, measure and cut purlins to desired length. Glue on beam and For maximum shade, determine PRO-TIP: Purlin overhang from rafter end caps. primary direction of sun holder should not exceed 24”.
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Page 14: Fan Mount
Attach fan mounting bracket directly to 2x6 rafter OPTIONAL Use a qualified electrician for rough in during pergola construction. You will need a loop of electrical wire pulled into one of the rafters that the fan mount will be attached to. - Page 15 HURRICANE CLIPS OPTIONAL These clips, when installed properly, dramatically increase your pergola’s uplift resistance under extreme wind loads. Refer to your warranty for more information regarding our residential lifetime wind warranty. Clips are designed to be installed at each rafter to beam intersection in one of three ways:...