Peaked Arbor Plans

This step by step diy woodworking project is about peaked arbor plans. This detailed article features instructions and complete diagrams about building a wooden arbor with a peaked roof. Adjust the design of the structure to suit your needs and budget. This project requires basic tools and materials, so that any person with basic skills can get the job done in less than a week.

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Peaked arbor plans

Building a peaked roof arbor

Cut & Shopping Lists

• A – 4 pieces of 4×4 lumber – 86″ long LEGS
• B – 1 piece of 2×2 lumber – 66 1/2″ long, 8 pieces – 24″ long 2xTRELLIS
• C – 4 piece of 2×6 lumber – 36″ long SUPPORT BEAMS
• D – 2 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 74″ long BEAMS
• E – 4 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 42 1/2″ long, 4 pieces – 16 3/4″ long, 2 pieces – 25″ long RAFTERS
• F – 10 pieces of 2×2 lumber – 27″ long SLATS

• 4 pieces of 4×4 lumber – 8 ft
• 9 pieces of 2×2 lumber – 8 ft
• 4 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 8 ft
• 4 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 8 ft
• 2 1/2″ screws
• 7″ carriage bolts

Tools

 Hammer, Tape measure, Framing square, Level

 Miter saw, Drill machinery, Screwdriver, Sander

 Safety Gloves, Safety Glasses

Time

 One day

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Building a peaked roof arbor

Laying out the arbor

The first step of the project is to lay out the posts for the arbor with a peaked roof. Use batter boards to lay out the arbor. Make sure the corners are right-angled by applying the 3-4-5 rule to each corner.

Anchoring the post into concrete

There are several ways to lock the posts into place. Therefore, you could dig holes in the ground and set the posts into concrete, or you could use post anchors. Nevertheless, taking into account the height of the construction, we recommend you to lock the posts into concrete.

Level the posts with a spirit level and secure them temporarily with 2×4 braces. Make sure the top of the posts are at the same level, otherwise the structure of the arbor won’t be sturdy enough.

Building the side trellis

Use 2×2 lumber to build the side trellis. Cut the components at the right dimensions and lay them on a horizontal surface. Drill pilot holes through the vertical component and insert 2 1/2″ screws into the horizontal ones.

Fitting the trellis

Next, attach the trellis to the posts and lock them into place using 2 1/2″ screws.

Building the support beams

Use 2×6 lumber to build the beams. Mark the cut lines on the beams and get the job done with a circular saw. Use a jigsaw to make the curved cuts. Smooth the edges with fine-grit sandpaper.

Fitting the support beams

The next step of the project is to fit the support beams to the top of the posts. Clamp the beams to the posts and drill pilot holes through both the posts and through the beams. Insert 7″ carriage bolts to lock everything together tightly.

Building the beams

Build the long beams out of 2×6 lumber. Mark the cut lines on the beams and get the job done with a circular saw. Make parallel cuts inside the notches and clean the recess with a chisel.

Fitting the beams

Fit the beams to the structure of the arbor, as described in the diagram. Drill pilot holes through the beams and lock them to the posts and to the support beams by inserting 5″ screws.

Building the rafters

Build the rafters for the arbor out of 2×4 lumber. Cut both ends of the components at 45 degrees. Fit the rafters to the structure, drill pilot holes and lock them into place using 3 1/2″ screws. Leave no gaps between the components.

Building the roof trims

Build some decorative trims for the peaked roof of the arbor. Cut the trims and the right dimensions and angles before locking them into place with 2 1/2″ screws. Smooth the edges with fine-grit sandpaper.

Fitting the roof trims

Lock the trims to the structure, making sure the joints are rigid and there are no gaps between the components.

Fitting the top slats

Fit 2×2 slats to the top of the peaked roof, in order to enhance the look of the arbor. Place the slats equally-spaced and lock them to the rafters using 2 1/2″ screws.

Peaked arbor plans

One of the last steps of the woodworking project is to take care of the finishing touches. Therefore, fill the pilot holes with wood putty and smooth the surface with 120-grit sandpaper.

Top Tip: If you want to enhance the look of the project and to protect the wooden arbor from decay, we recommend you to cover the components with paint or stain.

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