How To Make A Curved Roof Pergola

The patio would be unusable during the day without it.

How to make a curved roof pergola.

There is an innate and natural affection for curves and arches in architecture. See more ideas about curved pergola pergola backyard. Fourteen curved rafters are attached to a 6 6 beam and a 2 by 9 1 2 ridge beam. Along the sides of the pergola are 8 curved corner braces.

Jan 26 2018 explore ricardo s board curved pergola on pinterest. If they feel cool let them dry in a shady spot for two days before applying the solid color stain. The arches when it comes to building most things out of wood straight lines are simple and inexpensive to create while incorporating curves can increase complexity expense and waste. In the summer i attach a shade tarp on top of the pergola to block 95 of the sunlight.

The beams and side to side rafters are all curved. Round over on each edge to make the lattice strips. It is a beautiful structure that makes our patio feel like an outdoor room from spring through fall. The posts and rafters laid from front to back are the only straight pieces.

This is possible with most varieties of wood and synthetic materials and is well worth the effort to create a very unusual and softer line to the structure. Another option in pergola design is displayed here a curved roof pergola. Ease the edges of the tails and the tops with 100 grit sandpaper and then apply a solid color stain. A continuous curved arch that forms a timber frame roof for a pergola adds interest as well as drawing the eye upwards giving the perception of a grandeur scaled structure.

Create a space a pergola sets the mood for your deck. This curved pergola is the highlight of our back yard.