Arbors

Building a bench and arbor combo is in some ways less complicated than building a standalone bench. The arbor provides the structure, and the bench comes along for the ride with no complex angles or fancy joinery.

Frame your walkway with an easy-to-build arbor. This one cost less than $150 to build.

A Modern Day Solution For Building an Old Fashioned Wood Trellis.

At this link you will find three different arbors available as free downloadable plans.

This arbor is a solid construction consisting of 4x4 posts concreted into the ground, 2x4 rafters and 2x2 laths. The overall height is 88 inches, although that can be changed to suit, and the footprint (overall area on the ground) is 44 inches x 28 inches.

Build this backyard arbor with its barrel shaped roof. Here is how.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for an arched arbor with lattice on the sides. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a trellis arbor. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

Use the free plans and instructions at the link as a guide to build your own arbor. The size you need will depend on your location, for instance, as part of a gate and fence system or freestanding.

The go-to material for this project is rot-resistant cedar, though you can also make it from treated lumber.

Build this traditional entry arbor for added curb appeal for your home.

Build an arbor and train your roses to climb it. Makes for a beautiful focal point in any yard even without roses.

Follow along at the link to build a fabulous garden arbor arch. A great way to dress up a plain fence or gate.

Build this obelisk arbor using these step-by-step instructions and free downloadable plans.

Build this house shaped arbor for a walkway or path in your yard. Here are the free plans to build it.