Deck, Seat and Pergola Complex

The PergolaA structure with open wood-framed roofs, often latticed and supported by regularly spaced posts or columns, and covered by climbing plants such as vines or roses, shading a walk or passageway. Pergolas are distinguished from “arbors,” which are less extensive in extent and structure. Frame

The pergola posts were trimmed and rebated as in detail above. The two beams were bolted in place and the rafters were fixed between the beams @ 500mm centres (20″ O.C.On center; (See CENTERS))

The outriggers were positioned against the beams in line with the rafters and fixed with metal strapShort lengths of metal strap 25×1 (1/16×1) used to fix members together to resist uplift. nailed on top. (see drawing above)