A pergola in the garden provides good protection from the sun and heat and visually transforms the garden into a pleasant oasis of calm. Especially wood is ideal for a pergola. These are available for purchase in stores, but even amateur craftsmen can give their garden a special flair with a little skill. To do this, you should first make a sketch and a construction plan. Usually a handwritten draft is sufficient. However, those who wish can also use planning software. If the pergola is very complex in terms of construction, a structural engineer should be involved in the planning.
To build a pergola, different materials are needed. Crossbars and pillars, together with wooden beams and slats for the roof, form the main structure. To ensure sufficient stability, the posts should measure a minimum size of 10 by 10 centimeters. Depending on the height of the pergola, the beams can be cut to the desired size at the hardware store. Elementary importance is also a concrete floor foundation. Although the pergola already has its own weight, which ensures a certain stability, but without a concrete foundation, it still represents a safety risk.
It is recommended to lay the foundation about 80 centimeters deep into the ground. So this can protect the pergola from frost in the winter. The distance between the individual foundations should not exceed 2.5 meters. The individual foundation points should be at least 35 by 35 centimeters. On the website of "House building heroes" hobby craftsmen can find tips for planning and building a pergola. Thanks to the listing of the required materials and tools, step-by-step building instructions and ideas for the equipment of the pergola, the construction can begin and soon a cozy sun-protected corner can be created in your own garden.
Source: hausbauhelden.de
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