How To Make A Curved Roof Pergola

Along the sides of the pergola are 8 curved corner braces.

How to make a curved roof pergola.

It is a beautiful structure that makes our patio feel like an outdoor room from spring through fall. Fourteen curved rafters are attached to a 6 6 beam and a 2 by 9 1 2 ridge beam. 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. Create a space a pergola sets the mood for your deck.

Round over on each edge to make the lattice strips. 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. Make sure the treated wood pieces are dry to the touch before you pre stain them. Ease the edges of the tails and the tops with 100 grit sandpaper and then apply a solid color stain.

The parallel curved arches add intrigue to this otherwise simple yet inviting pergola over a bench. 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. The beams and side to side rafters are all curved. In the summer i attach a shade tarp on top of the pergola to block 95 of the sunlight.

Jan 26 2018 explore ricardo s board curved pergola on pinterest. This curved pergola is the highlight of our back yard. See more ideas about curved pergola pergola backyard. The posts and rafters laid from front to back are the only straight pieces.

There are 6 slightly larger curved braces that stiffen the structure side to side and add support to the rafters. Another option in pergola design is displayed here a curved roof pergola.