To decorate the garden plot, create a zonefor recreation, the owners of cottages or cottages decide to build a pergola. It can have a different configuration. This design is decorated with grapes or other climbers. Here you can create a cozy gazebo, put a dining table. Even a beginner can create a pergola with his own hands. To do this, he must follow the step by step instructions that will be presented later.
Types of construction
Чтобы создать перголу своими руками (фото одного from the design options presented below), you need to create a project. At the initial stage, the owners must decide for what purposes such a structure is being built. After that, you can make the right decision about the optimal location of the pergola on the site, as well as the choice of its design.
Such a building can stand on a certaindistance from the main building. In some cases it is more expedient to build a pergola near the house or another building. In this case, you can perform the correct zoning. A beautiful, shaded place will appear, where it will be pleasant to relax on a hot summer day.
There are several options for how to makepergola with your own hands. You need to choose the best option. One type of pergola is overlap. This is one of the most common designs. It can be mounted above the recreation area, swimming pool, playground, parking.
You can also make a screen.This allows you to decorate the territory of the site, as well as to delimit it, to perform zoning. Screens protect plants from drafts. If you need to hide the outbuildings from your eyes, you can also install this type of pergola here.
Another design option is a visor. This is a small canopy that prints the lighted wall of the building.
One of the popular types of pergolas is an arch or tunnel. Such designs are suitable for the site with large dimensions.
Metal constructions
To build a pergola with their own hands (photopresented below), you can choose a structure of arbitrary shape. It is necessary to correlate its size with the dimensions of the site. You should also choose a place for construction where the wind will not bend the structure. It should be less than 2 m in height.
It is also necessary to approach the choice of material responsibly. One possible option is metal. From it strong, durable pergolas turn out. However, you need to take into account the disadvantages of the metal.
Connect rods and other elements suchStructures will be required by welding or bolting. In the first case, not every master will be able to handle the inverter. Moreover, not everyone has such equipment. If a bolted joint is used, it will be necessary to drill to fasten the hole.
The design may loosen under the influence ofwind She will require constant attention. When the frame is wrapped in dense vegetation, it will be hard to do. With high probability will be broken stalks of plants. They will lose their beauty.
It is also worth considering that built with their own handsarches, metal pergolas, require periodic staining. Temperature changes, weather conditions and sunlight destroy the paint layer. Each year the metal will require additional restoration. However, it will be difficult to do if there are plant stems on the frame.
If we consider that the metal is quite expensive, then we can understand why this material is rarely used. There are many other options.
Plastic and wood
Much more often they build pergolas with their own hands.wood or plastic. These materials differ in a number of features. Do not build shield pergolas from plastic. In this case, the sail material will be high. However, a plastic canopy can be built.
The design is made of plastic ormetal pipes. This material bends well, it is easy to cut. Therefore, arched structures are often made of metal-plastic pipes. The cladding of such a frame is often made of polycarbonate sheets. Installation does not take much time. This type of design will bring together even the master without experience.
Wooden pergola is also being built with its own hands.fast enough. This material is used more often than others for the construction of such structures. Pergola, made by all the rules, will be more durable than plastic and metal structures.
Чаще всего применяют для такого строительства pine tree It should be well dried and properly processed. For the construction of pergolas used timber. It should be treated with antiseptic. Pergola from wood will not require restoration for many years. This allows you to grow on them various climbers.
You can make all the details for the canopy by your own hands. This can be done even by a master without experience. Assembly also does not require much time and effort.
Foundation
Pergolas and arches for giving with your own handsbuild on different technologies. If the canopy is small, you can not make the foundation. The pillars simply dig into the soil. So that the wood does not rot, it is treated with used engine oil at least 2 times. Also, before deepening the supports, they are covered with tar.
However, the structure built on the foundation will be more durable. The supporting structure must be strong if a mounted pergola is equipped. In the basis the timber lays down. They fix racks on it.
This design is suitable for pergolas fromplastic or wood. This allows you to create a solid pergola. Plastic frames are installed in metal cups. You can also do otherwise. Pins, which are made from pieces of reinforcement, are driven into the timber. Frame tubes put on them. In some cases, pergolas disassemble, so they are not installed on special supports. If, however, to establish a strong strapping, disassemble or move the pergola will be difficult.
Design
Knowing the recommendations of experts, you can proceedto the consideration of the construction of pergolas with their own hands. The step-by-step instruction assumes carrying out at the beginning of work of design. It is necessary to draw a future design on a sheet of paper, indicating its actual size. Pergola consists of support pillars, roof and decorative elements.
The roof and walls must provide sufficientshading on a hot summer day. However, under such a building should not be too dark. It is better to develop a design that will create penumbra. However, it should not cast a shadow on nearby plants. They will not develop in such conditions.
It is recommended to locate the pergola from north to south. At the same time, it is necessary to make a sufficient distance between the supports so that in the evening and morning time the sun's rays penetrate the area around the building.
When developing designs it is worth considering thatpergola for recreation or for climbing plants is somewhat different. The decision is made about the need to bring here additional lighting for evening gatherings. Here you can also install a brazier, make a small fountain, or even arrange a summer kitchen under such a shed. For giving suitable small pergola. If the area is large, the place for rest can also be made spacious.
Нужно создать гармонию при обустройстве landscape design. To do this, take into account what other buildings are on the site. On the plan indicate the exact configuration of the future design, creating a pergola with his own hands. Step by step instruction allows you to build a shed correctly.
Purchase of materials
Beginner will be able to build a durable, soliddesign, following the step by step instructions. Pergola is built with its own hands according to the previously created plan. Based on the developed drawing, the purchase of materials is carried out. If the structure will be used for the cultivation of garden plants, its height does not exceed 1.5 m. For recreation, the pergola will be somewhat higher. Its height can reach 2.5 m.
The plan should be marked by the main dimensions.buildings. You need to specify the distance between the supports, calculate the size of the roof. The width and length of the pergola are also not ignored. When choosing materials, preference should be given to durable wood or plastic that is simple to assemble. Pergola should look easy.
To build a recreation facility,you will need to purchase a bar (4 pieces) with a thickness of 10 × 10 cm. You will also need longitudinal beams. They will also be 4 pcs. They should be thinner than supports. Transverse bars will be required in the amount of 7 pieces. To create a decorative finish will need slats about 10 pcs. For trellis (obreshetki) you can use thinner materials. So the building will look more elegant.
Sand will be required to create the foundation.crushed stone, cement mortar. You can also use screw piles. Wood must be treated with flame retardants, antiseptics, resin, waste oil. Roofing material is used as a waterproofing for the foundation. You should also buy a varnish or paint. Screws, screws, metal corners are suitable as fasteners.
Foundation building
According to the instructions, a do-it-yourself pergola caninstalled on the foundation. This design will be more durable. She will not deform in the winter. To create it, you need to mark the area, align it and dig in the corners of the future design of the recess (about 60 cm). Pergola for flowers in the arrangement of the support base does not need.
Pillar foundation will allow you to install the canopypractically in any part of the site, regardless of its topography and soil type. 10 cm of rubble is poured into the prepared indentations. On it pour out as much sand. Each layer is carefully tamped. Next, lining the inside of the pit ruberoid. Bricks are laid on it or piles are poured into cement. After this, the recess along the edges is covered with earth. After the verification of its level, a structure is established on the created base.
If the site already has preparedbase, you can install the pergola with anchors. Such fasteners enhance the stability of the structure. The canopy will not deform under the influence of wind and other adverse weather conditions.
Installation of supports
After creating the foundation for the pergola in the country with their own hands you need to install vertical supports. On the prepared posts attach the bottom strapping. To her in the corners mount a wooden beam.
If the foundation was not created, in the area withthe aid of the drill make indentations. Moreover, the depth of such pits should be 1/3 of the length of the support bar above the ground. Before installation, the timber must be treated with antibacterial impregnation. Resin or similar substances may be used.
At the top of the support create grooves.By means of such cuts installation of a roof will be carried out. To support firmly held in the pit, you need to fill it with sand. Such a pillow will prevent distortion of the structure in the future. Next, in each recess install support. Her position is checked by construction level.
Then concrete is poured into the recess.It must dry thoroughly. To do this, you need to cover the surface with a film and periodically moisten the concrete. Otherwise, it will crack. When the concrete has dried, you can begin the subsequent work. This will happen no earlier than 3 weeks after pouring cement.
Assembling the structure
Collecting a pergola with your own hands, you need tomount its frame. Experts recommend the use of a spike connection. First, do the roof trimming along the upper edge of the support pillars. Next, lay the crossbeams. This will be the roof of the building. Between them make gaps.
If necessary, the roof is covered with a tarp.This will protect the interior from the weather. On a warm bright day, the canopy can be removed. Next, pergola walls are formed. They will be made in the form of trellis. To do this, thin rails are stuffed across. Sometimes, instead of wooden slats, wire or ropes are used. For fasteners, self-tapping screws are used.
After this, the surfaces are ground againinstallation of fasteners. Further, all wooden elements must be varnished. It is better to use waterproof, high-quality compounds for this. Cover the pergola with varnish in several layers. Do it sequentially. Each layer should dry well.
You can also use waterproof paints. The choice of shade depends on the taste preferences of the owners. White pergola is considered a classic. However, other options may come up.
Decoration
Creating a pergola with your own hands, you need to payattention to the decorative finish. When the paint or varnish is dry, you can bring light into the building, hang a light fabric, which will create additional shading. If free space allows, you can install beautiful statues inside, build a fireplace or barbecue. Also often a place to relax is complemented by a small fountain or waterfall.
Climbing plants are planted next to the canopy.You can choose from a wide variety of ampelous plants. They can be both the most familiar and exotic. With proper care, such creepers will entangle trellis, creating a cozy place for summer outdoor recreation.
Pergolas decorated with plants look spectacularin pots. Next to such a canopy, you can plant a palm tree, plant decorative bushes, etc. Many of the flowering plants that will grow here will become the decoration of the entire garden.
Having considered how to mount a pergola with your own hands, you can quickly and easily make a comfortable place to relax. The canopy or arch will be strong and durable if you follow the step by step instructions.
