Finding a peaceful spot to relax in the garden can be as easy as parking yourself under the nearest shade tree. But not everyone has a tree large enough to do the job, and those who do may not want to contend with the ants that always seem to be crawling up the trunk. A good alternative is to build a garden arbor. Not only will you have a cozy retreat, but you'll also end up with a shady, stylish addition to your garden. Grow a flowering vine on it, and it may become a focal point of your landscape.
Pick a suitable location for your structure. It should be a level spot with enough sun exposure for the plants you want to grow. The arbor pictured is up against a garage, with the back of the structure tucked under the roof eaves.
- Circular saw
- Saber saw or wood chisel
- Miter saw
- Weatherproof glue
- Deck screws
- Phillips screwdriver
- Hammer
- Level
- Twenty-six 2x4s: 6 for rafters, 1 for ridge beam, 8 for roof crosspieces, 4 for column posts, 4 for corner braces, and 3 for base
- Two 1x2s for cross ties
- Two 36 x 68-inch panels of 1x2 lattice
- Two 12 x 72-inch ladders
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