How to Build a Pergola
Create shade in your outdoor space with a stylish pergola.
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Pergolas
Add some personality – and shade – to your outdoor space with a pergola. Get started with our best design ideas and how-to projects.
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Topic: Pergola
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Beautiful Pergolas
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Design Tips for Beautiful Pergolas
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Pergolas
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Design Ideas for Arches and Pergolas
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Building a Pergola for Shade
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A pergola can be an attractive addition to your backyard and is a great way to add dappled shade when there are no trees. Chris Lambton from Going Yard demonstrates the steps for building a pergola: 1) Digging and pouring the footings. 2) Anchoring the posts to the footings and adding the joists. 3) Attaching stringers to connect the sides of the pergola and add your own style. The only design rule for a pergola is that you like it.
Dreamy Pergola Lighting Ideas
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It's time to up your pergola lighting game. Try these trendy ideas to make your outdoor space twinkly and dreamy this summer.
Replacing a Worn-Out Pergola
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Homeowner Drew gets a crash course on the ins and outs of pergola building.
DIY Wood and Rope Swing
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Add a relaxing swing to an outdoor pergola in just a few DIY steps.
How to Build a Pergola
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Create a relaxing outdoor place with a pergola perfect for hanging plants.
The Best Vines to Grow on Arches and Pergolas
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How to Plan a Pergola
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Get all the info you'll need on how to plan a pergola, then begin designing an attractive focal point for your outdoor living space.
Wood Planter
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Chip Wade discusses building his pergola planter and using wood outdoors.
Design Tips for Beautiful Pergolas
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Outdoor Kitchens for Everyone
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Adding a Stylish Pergola
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Carter shows how to add shade and style to a backyard with a pergola.
How to Build a Pergola
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Turn your backyard into an oasis and add some much-needed shade with this stylish outdoor structure.
Choosing Plants for Arches and Pergolas
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Add life to your arch or pergola with these suggestions for colorful and exotic climbing flowers.
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