Introduction
Don't be intimidated by the look of this elegant garden arbor. You can build this and it will look great. Read on for our step-by-step DIY instructions.This garden arbor may look like a challenging, weeks-long project, but it’s not. If you can drive screws and handle a saw, you can build it in a weekend. Don’t be afraid of those curves and coves; we’ll show you a goof-proof way to cut them.
Building and installing the arbor in your outdoor space takes about two days of work, but you’re best off spreading it over a three-day weekend. You can build it in a day, add a coat of finish the next morning, let it dry overnight and set up the arbor the following day.
Project Overview
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Garden Arch Detail
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Cutting List
Overall dimensions: Approx. 104-in. H by 107-in. W by 40-in. D.
| KEY | QTY. | PART | DIMENSIONS |
| A | 4 | Post | 3-1/2″ x 3-1/2″ x 96″ |
| B | 2 | Beam | 3-1/2″ x 3-1/2″ x 36″ |
| C | 4 | Rung | 1-1/2″ x 3-1/2″ x 18″ |
| D | 8 | Side slat | 1-3/8″ x 1-3/8″ x 47″ |
| E | 3 | Arch | 1-1/2″ x 11-1/4″ x 107″ |
| F | 19 | Top slat | 1-3/8″ x 1-3/8″ x 40″ |
Safety considerations
Wear eye, dust and hearing protection when cutting, sanding or mixing concrete during the construction of this garden arbor. Make sure you’re familiar with the tools required and possess the necessary knowledge and confidence to use them in a safe and effective manner.
