You just helped me solve the summer design project for the hanging bed swing my good wife wants me to build this summer. Hope you can try it out next time you're in town...assuming I have it done by then!
I keep watching to figure how to make the awning.. had to laugh when I saw my sewing machine there! Thought I was probably the only person who had one that old! Great instructions
Great job repurposing that wood, James. Very nice result. The uv protection will make the space more comfortable and, as a result, it'll be used more often. I'm a handtool guy too, but today I used my circular saw and electric drill to bang out a mailbox post since I'm under a time crunch.
I'm quite literally finishing a client's pergola build tomorrow and it's going to have a retractable cover also. The only downside is that it's been over 110F here for weeks now and it's on a new concrete slab. Great video as usual! I rather enjoyed seeing you use the Richter chisel for that. If it's good steel, it'll hold up. I'm still using my less expensive Narex chisels but once they get too short, I'll be going with the Richters.
I've looked at adding that. We will see. Right now it would take more time to create the rope system than it would to open and close it a couple hundred times so it would be cool but overall it would expend time and cost more. But sometimes cool is worth it we'll see.
Very impressive !!!! Especially building it only on 4 posts, it’s hard to find videos. I’m building one with 18 feet span from inside post to post. I was thinking to use 2x10x20 , glue and nail 2 of them together so it’ll become 4x10x20 (actual would be 3”). What are your thoughts on this approach? No snow load, I live in Georgia and there is no snow at all. Any inputs would be highly appreciated. Thanks
mine are 20' between posts. 2X10s rather then laminating them I just ran them separately as all of the top purlins are notched in they have the same strength attached or separate. but eather way that is more then strong enough.
Great job! What kind of pipe did you use and where did you buy the hardware? Specifically the clips and brackets that attach the shade fabric to the cable.
the pipe was galvanized electrical conduit. here are the clips I used: amzn.to/2VHrLAH brackets: amzn.to/2JPDjPQ cable: amzn.to/2JQ2FwP Turnbuckles: amzn.to/2JuAbJp Screws into pipe: amzn.to/3qzCN9h hope that helps
With the 20 ft span between post, have you noticed any sag in the 2x12 beams. I have about 15 ft to span and have been trying to figure out if I need a post in the center.
No sagging. My masters was in an engineering field so I did a good bit of calculations on this one. For 15' you could step down to 2x10 for a structure like this that does not have to account for snow load.
@@WoodByWrightHowTo thanks for the info. All the information I have been able to find I beam spans has been for decks and floors. I couldn’t find anything on pergolas. With current lumber prices I’d like to use 2x10’s but afraid they wouldn’t look right proportionately to the 6x6 post.
Hey James, what about finish? I didn´t catch that if you mentioned in the video. Since you used chisel, I don´t mind that you used power tools :) cheers
Sweet would love to see what you make. if you look in the description of the video there is a link to a video talking about how to make the awning and he goes into great detail about how it all comes together. It's actually a sponsored video by the company that makes the awning fabric so they have links to all of the hardware and other items needed for it. The most of the hardware I actually found cheaper on Amazon the fabric I still bought through them as well as a few of the clips and things that were harder to find on Amazon.
So that handsaw you had there really makes a lot of noise, strange brand too didn't know you get a diston like that... I've always thought these were very cool but I dont think I'm patient enough to build one, doing decks make me angry so this- yep that's a no
Loved the change of pace. Just a little nit-picky sewing terminology: seams join two edges of fabric together to form a larger piece. What you were doing is called hemming, where the edge of fabric is finished to prevent it from unraveling and/or for effect. Signed, a textiles person with decades of sewing experience who loves your content.
Sewing??? A man of so many talents.
Thanks for sharing a backyard dad project. They’re important too!
Be well, and take good care!
Great to see your folks - Jim and Myra looked like a lot of help for you. Kids looks great and love the matching shirt with Sarah! 👍
lol that was fun when we came out and both realized we were wearing the same shirt!
You just helped me solve the summer design project for the hanging bed swing my good wife wants me to build this summer. Hope you can try it out next time you're in town...assuming I have it done by then!
now that sounds like fun!
I need this in my life !
Been wanting this for over a year
Nice job James , the attention to detail with the jointery puts this project a chop above the rest . Great to see a fun family effort . God bless.
That retracting system is genius. Just so you know, I'm copying this.
Sweet man. Looking forward to seeing what you make.
I keep watching to figure how to make the awning.. had to laugh when I saw my sewing machine there! Thought I was probably the only person who had one that old! Great instructions
Great job repurposing that wood, James. Very nice result. The uv protection will make the space more comfortable and, as a result, it'll be used more often. I'm a handtool guy too, but today I used my circular saw and electric drill to bang out a mailbox post since I'm under a time crunch.
Nice change of pace! Cool build.
Sewing By Wright. New favorite channel! Nice looking project.
This is a brilliant idea. Nice job!
Great change of pace mate. Practicality does have its place. Looking forward to the alterations and additions to this. Loved it.
I like your pergola, I have a 12’ x12’ floating dock that just might become a floating pergola! Thanks!
You did an amazing job
Sweet crew you got on the job 😉👍🏾
The awning makes the pergola 100% better.
that it does!
I'm quite literally finishing a client's pergola build tomorrow and it's going to have a retractable cover also. The only downside is that it's been over 110F here for weeks now and it's on a new concrete slab. Great video as usual! I rather enjoyed seeing you use the Richter chisel for that. If it's good steel, it'll hold up. I'm still using my less expensive Narex chisels but once they get too short, I'll be going with the Richters.
Sounds like fun. Not the heat but being done.
Nice job. I especially like the awning system you made.
Turned out great James, awesome job! 😃👌🏻👍🏻👊🏻
You can never have enough buckets! LOL Good job James!
A good handy man project.
OOWWW, I want this for my backyard! Like the video, James.
Really fantastic work, James! Looks beautiful! 😃
Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊
Great job
Very nice build, I like how you attached the sun shade.
You can make a rope and pulley system for the sunscreen. Perhaps even add an electromotor. Would be fitting for the build.
I've looked at adding that. We will see. Right now it would take more time to create the rope system than it would to open and close it a couple hundred times so it would be cool but overall it would expend time and cost more. But sometimes cool is worth it we'll see.
Love blue!!!
you and me both!
Love the project.
great work!
Fun video. Looks a bit like the one i had built in Texas. Sadly sold that house to move to Utah.
Nice job
Love it!
Well, I like not normal. Very nice video.
OK I'm taking sewing tips from you now!
O , I felt weird watching u useing power tools 🙄 but I love it 👍 nicely done .
I am going to the dark side. it is more POWERFULLLL!
Like it. A great idea. How do you avoid having the foot of the columns from rotting as a consequence of rain water?
the bracket I am using raises them up about 1/2" so the water can drain out. but I know some people will put bolts into the bottom to do the same.
@@WoodByWrightHowTo thanks! Excellent alternatives.
Very impressive !!!! Especially building it only on 4 posts, it’s hard to find videos. I’m building one with 18 feet span from inside post to post. I was thinking to use 2x10x20 , glue and nail 2 of them together so it’ll become 4x10x20 (actual would be 3”). What are your thoughts on this approach?
No snow load, I live in Georgia and there is no snow at all.
Any inputs would be highly appreciated.
Thanks
mine are 20' between posts. 2X10s rather then laminating them I just ran them separately as all of the top purlins are notched in they have the same strength attached or separate. but eather way that is more then strong enough.
@@WoodByWrightHowTo understood!! So you did use 2x10x24 (not 2x12x24). I know you mentioned 2x12x24 but looking in the video it looked like 2x10.
Awesome pergola!
Could you share what awning fabric you used and where you got it from? Thanks
I used the same stuff in this video. ua-cam.com/video/c-Ao3zZiOHY/v-deo.html
11:38 LOL, Only a woodworker would put a resaw fence on a sewing machine.........Nice!
Great job! What kind of pipe did you use and where did you buy the hardware? Specifically the clips and brackets that attach the shade fabric to the cable.
the pipe was galvanized electrical conduit.
here are the clips I used: amzn.to/2VHrLAH
brackets: amzn.to/2JPDjPQ
cable: amzn.to/2JQ2FwP
Turnbuckles: amzn.to/2JuAbJp
Screws into pipe: amzn.to/3qzCN9h
hope that helps
Beautiful! Was a permit required for your pergola? Thank you
Not for ours, but every city is different.
How well did this work with sheltering from rain?
It is not to shelter from rain. Just sun.
@@WoodByWrightHowTo thanks for the info
With the 20 ft span between post, have you noticed any sag in the 2x12 beams. I have about 15 ft to span and have been trying to figure out if I need a post in the center.
No sagging. My masters was in an engineering field so I did a good bit of calculations on this one. For 15' you could step down to 2x10 for a structure like this that does not have to account for snow load.
@@WoodByWrightHowTo thanks for the info. All the information I have been able to find I beam spans has been for decks and floors. I couldn’t find anything on pergolas. With current lumber prices I’d like to use 2x10’s but afraid they wouldn’t look right proportionately to the 6x6 post.
Hey James, what about finish? I didn´t catch that if you mentioned in the video. Since you used chisel, I don´t mind that you used power tools :) cheers
I'm going to wait until the new timbers fully dry out and then add a deck stain and sealant.
Will we ever see power tools used in the shop?
I bring them from time to time. You will see a power planer or drill, but not often. Usually when time crunched.
Perfect Timing! Wife has been wanting something like this to go on our deck. Where did you get the fabric?
Sweet would love to see what you make. if you look in the description of the video there is a link to a video talking about how to make the awning and he goes into great detail about how it all comes together. It's actually a sponsored video by the company that makes the awning fabric so they have links to all of the hardware and other items needed for it. The most of the hardware I actually found cheaper on Amazon the fabric I still bought through them as well as a few of the clips and things that were harder to find on Amazon.
It looks awesome what’s the brand of that chisel you were using the hog out those beams
those are the Narex Richter chisels. the ones that just won the latest chisel test. here: lddy.no/gt4o
I have a set of Narex premium with the hornbeam handles. I love em
I'm curious what your post to post dimension is for the span. I'm going to be building one soon and need to cover 22ft.
Mine was 20' inside to inside of post.
@@WoodByWrightHowTo amazing. Thank you for responding!
How’s the retracting fabric holding up after a few seasons?
Honestly it looks as good as new. We take it down during the winter but after two full summers in the sun it looks great.
I like the fact that you gave me a chance to not like it. 👍🏼🤣
Nice video... didn't catch how long are the 17 rafters?
from point to point mine are 22' X 12'
@@WoodByWrightHowTo thanks for that...glad to hear the design passed your engineering calculations!
May I know the name of the fabric you used and where you bought it please?
I do not remember. I used whatever they recommended in this video. ua-cam.com/video/c-Ao3zZiOHY/v-deo.html
So that handsaw you had there really makes a lot of noise, strange brand too didn't know you get a diston like that... I've always thought these were very cool but I dont think I'm patient enough to build one, doing decks make me angry so this- yep that's a no
Loved the change of pace. Just a little nit-picky sewing terminology: seams join two edges of fabric together to form a larger piece. What you were doing is called hemming, where the edge of fabric is finished to prevent it from unraveling and/or for effect. Signed, a textiles person with decades of sewing experience who loves your content.
LOL sorry. I was raised to know the difference. but my live recording brain forgot my childhood. I will repent of my ways!
@@WoodByWrightHowTo No worries, I figured I should mention it in case other people learning from you do not know the difference.
POWER TOOLS!!!- POWER TOOLS!!! - OH, THE SHAME OF IT !!!
Great job. But i am cringing... is that your narex richter chisel? 😲😲😲
only the best when I need it.
3:48 was almost free kneecap removal
Yeah. The camera angle makes it look that way doesn't it lol but in fact it's a good long ways out of the range of fire.
4th.
This is not an awning but a canopy...