Magnificent Metropolitan Metamorphosis: DIY Arbor Kit

Magnificent Metropolitan Metamorphosis: DIY Arbor Kit

This gorgeous freestanding/Oversized timber frame, Douglas-fir, DIY arbor kit has a 13’4″ x 8′ roof with a  11’4″ x 6′ footprint (post-to-post) and features Crescent style beam end profiles, 8×8 posts, 3×12 beams, 4×4 shade planks, 3×12 beams, 3×8 rafters and custom Classic style knee braces. These homeowner chose to have Western Timber Frame™ install this arbor kit for them; which some homeowners do prefer now and then.

Impressive Poolside Pergola, Cantilever Roof, Trellises & Arbor

Impressive Poolside Pergola, Cantilever Roof, Trellises & Arbor

It features an inviting cantilever roof that adds a lot of extra shade, over-size posts, full arched Classic style knee braces with decorative keystones, Roosevelt Step beam and rafter profiles and is finished in a premium high-grade UV protective Rich Cordoba stain. He knew we wanted a structure that was open to allow air movement and let sunlight through.

Assembly & Installation of a Garden DIY Arbor Swing Kit

Assembly & Installation of a Garden DIY Arbor Swing Kit

We love to hear back from enthusiatic homeowners across the Nation who send us pictures of their new backyard resorts, pergola she sheds, cavemen retreats and outdoor living dream rooms. Hammocks, suspended couches/sofas/beds/tables and body-weight exercise equipment are some of the popular items besides swings that people enjoy hanging from these extremely heavy-duty, over-sized outdoor shade structures.

Timber Frame Arbor Install; Mouseover Before & After Picture

Timber Frame Arbor Install; Mouseover Before & After Picture

A timber frame garden arbor kit from Western Timber Frame is pre-cut, pre-drilled and pre-tested with drop in rafters so that it installs easier than conventional arbors and yet is durable to withstand strong winds and heavy mountainous snows. Check out more pictures from our gallery of timber frame arbors or see arbor kits here.

Fast & Easy More Durable DIY Timber Frame Arbor Kit Install

Fast & Easy More Durable DIY Timber Frame Arbor Kit Install

A DIY timber frame arbor kit is an excellent way to accent your backyard living space. Timber frame is an investment in children and grandchildren proving to be safer, durable structures more resistant to powerful coastal storms, high winds, heavy snows of high mountainous regions and seismic shifting, maintaining structural integrity.