Toja Grid - How to build your very own modular pergola
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- Опубліковано 30 тра 2024
- How to build a Toja Grid modular pergola system video installation guide. Also available in our Instructions Manual here (cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/256...)
0:00 How to build your Toja Grid pergola
0:15 Step 2.1
0:37 Step 2.2
0:57 Step 2.3
1:16 Step 2.4
1:25 Step 2.5
1:32 Step 3.1
1:45 Step 3.2
2:09 Step 3.3
2:50 Step 4.1
3:02 Step 4.2
3:19 Step 5.1
3:49 Step 5.2
4:00 Step 6.1
4:06 Step 6.2
4:17 Helpful notes/tips
Toja Grid DIY Modular Pergola systems provide a simple approach to style & design along with affordability, quick assembly & quality craftsmanship.
See more at www.tojagrid.com.With kits ranging from 8'x8' to 12'x24, it's possible to create the pergola and outdoor living space of your dreams anywhere you choose. Whether it's on the deck, dock, patio, or cottage, there's a perfect pergola kit for every place. Choose the Shade Sails for some much needed shade, or the Knect rafter brackets to create a rafter like roof. With many customization and accessories, the possibilities are endless with Toja Grid. - Навчання та стиль
Just did at double 12x12x10 with 6x6 posts. This was one of the most challenging things I’ve done in my career. The video makes this look like anyone can do it. 6x6 kits need at least 12 people or a skyjack.
Please use the required safety measures and your discretion when building!
I agree... mine is still half way up and I have 2 skyjacks
Just finished mine. it took 4 guys for the whole day. Spent time on shaving the bottom for the base they don’t fit well. 10x20x10 with 6x6. They are heavy to lift but in the look very good.
I'm about to start a 12x10x12 using 6x6 rough cut cedar... I'm beginning to wonder if I am in over my head here... Toja grid installation video is for the most basic install only.
any recommendations on how to adjust for rain collecting on the top?
Hi Kevin, the Shade Sails will stop a light misting but will let rain through, they're designed to provide shade, protection from UV rays, and reduce wind.
Would putting base posts in planters filled with concrete stabilize the posts more than just the brackets on the pavers?
Our systems can be installed almost anywhere with the appropriate mounting hardware and practices. Please see the disclaimer in our Instructions Manual for more mounting tips for different surfaces (cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2568/0730/files/English.pdf?8940530499732687773).
Since we do not do any installations we are limited on the advice we can offer in terms of securing to different surfaces. Each surface is different and can require different securing hardware, we recommend reaching out to your local hardware store for their advice on the best securing hardware and method for your surface.
We also recommend consulting a local hardware store as they would know the best practices with your specific surface in mind and can help you choose securing hardware accordingly. You would also have to take building codes and local regulations into consideration, and a local hardware store would be aware of them as well.
Most of the wood post dosent fit into the Toja Grid brackets, what did u do to make it fit? How did u make it fit? What tool did u use? Thank you
Hi Eric, please contact our Customer Service team, they'll gladly assist you with this.
You need smooth cut posts, not rough cut.
Hello do you need drill some in the ground or you dont need to thanks
Hey Andy, our systems can be installed almost anywhere with the appropriate mounting hardware and practices. Please see the disclaimer in our Instructions Manual for more mounting tips for different surfaces (cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2568/0730/files/English.pdf?8940530499732687773).
We also recommend consulting a local hardware store as they would know the best practices with your specific surface in mind and can help you choose securing hardware accordingly. You would also have to take building codes and local regulations into consideration, and a local hardware store would be aware of them as well.
A couple of things to prepare for during assembly: lumber is seldom perfect in it's dimensions (swelling due to moisture, poor cuts), the welds on interior joints are the secondary challenge to fitting your posts (I cut the 90° off each post and most slid past the welds). Those things aside it would have been a fast job indeed.
It kind of sounds like you slid the posts past the stops that are welded inside the brackets. These are supposed to stop the beams before they go all the way in.
@@MichaelLargent that's exactly what I did. I used treated lumber. Putting pressure on spot welds can be risky. I also planed and sanded the sides a bit, the fit was still snug.
@@MichaelLargent ps. I misunderstood your comment. NO, I didn't bypass the stops. Sorry I wasn't clear.
@@thomasfinnegan8457 did you give the lumber time to try? It should slip right on.
@@MichaelLargent nope but some posts were dry. I think it's the nature of pressure treated lumber. And we were on a timeline.
What's the build quality on those brackets? Good welds and powder coating ?
We utilize high quality materials and best manufacturing processes. Our 4x4 brackets consist of 14-gauge and the 6x6 brackets are 12-gauge North American steel respectively. Our extensive outdoor powder coating ensures your pergola will look its best and stand up to nature’s adverse and challenging conditions and provide outstanding functionality now and for years to come. All this comes in a simple and efficient way for people looking to build custom Pergolas, without the need of a professional.
I have them in the yard. Great quality. Easy to use. Stable. Great system all around in my opinion
If I am putting my 6x6 posts in the ground for stability, do I change how it is set up? This will be a cover over the hot tub pad.
That's why we recommend using our Solo brackets to mount your build down. Putting your posts in the ground wont allow for later flexibility.
Just got my 12x12 kit and there were no instruction’s in the box. Am using 12’ 6x6 and 10’ 6x6 got the 2 posts in but theres no way 4 guys are lifting this up. Toja! Whats with the no instructions? You have cute videos made up on how the assembly process but that might work on 4x4’s but now the 12’ 6x6.. would appreciate an answer. Thanks
Here's a link to our Instruction Manual: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2568/0730/files/English.pdf?8940530499732687773. This video guide should also be helpful as it shows the entire process, step-by-step.
Can this fit a balcony apartment for 6x6 feet space?
Our Any Size Kits are great for building to your space: tojagrid.com/collections/kits/type_any-size
Question.... my back yard have small brick pavers.. well I still be able to install.. I notice most have concrete
I wouldn't recommend installing directly to pavers. I would use pretreated 4 x4 or 6 x 6 ground posts and attach the brackets. While the top.portion of the pergola is on the ground without the vertical posts attach mark the area you want to place the pergola. Remove the pavers where the post will go. If your using either 4 x 4 or 6 x 6 I would rent out a 12" diameter auger post driller for 4 x4 and 14" for 6 x 6. The reason is it gives you some leeway to move the post laterally to in the ground to ensure levelness. Also dig into the ground 2" to 3" deeper to adjust height as needed for levelness. I didn't use concrete to anchor down the posts just in case the post were ever to deteriorate I could replace them easily. I used a pebble rock base to fill in holes, so water can easily disperse from the posts. Using the auger drill to dig holes added about another 15-20 minutes to installation. It was the best $70 rental ever spent. If you do use concrete I would level out the pergola using the pebble stone then fill the hole quarter way with stone and then pour in cement powder fill about another 1/8 of the way fill with cement powder and continue till top layer is pebble. I would then run water over the pebbles to wet the cement. This should give you enough structural integrity to hold down the post, while giving you some leeway to remove any deteriorating posts over time.
How do I assemble the top if I have to set my posts in concrete first?
You may want to consider setting the posts in concrete after building the main structure.
How does the shade cover handle snow?
The Shade Sail is designed for shade and can be damaged in high winds/harsh conditions, we recommend taking down the Shade Sail in high winds above 30mph and before winter to prevent damage.
Thank you
What length 4x4s are preferred? 8’ 10’ or 12’
Hey Chad, our maximum recommended spans are 12' for length and 8' for height. For spans longer than 12' we recommend building a double pergola using our Quad bracket. Some customers have built beyond our recommendation and been fine but do so at their discretion.
Can u get brackets at Lowes
Here's a link to our Dealer Locator to find one near you: tojagrid.com/pages/dealer-locator
ok so where do you buy this in USA?
You can buy online from www.tojagrid.com, we ship for free across the US & Canada. Please use our Store Locator to find one near you as well tojagrid.com/pages/dealer-locator
@@tojagrid how much are the brackets with post?
hi, how much is wind resistance ?
The Shade Sail is designed for shade and can be damaged in high winds/harsh conditions, we recommend taking down the Shade Sail in high winds above 30mph and before winter. The standard pergola structure itself has been tested in 75mph winds.
Is this the 6x6 version?thanks!
Hey Dan, yes this build used 6x6 wood posts.
Most important part at 4:20min onward
Sand to thailand ?
Thank you so much for your interest in Toja Grid! At this time we're not shipping outside of North America. Please sign up for our email newsletter to stay updated when we resume international shipping again. Sorry for the inconvenience and thanks again for reaching out.
can we buy this in europe
Yes we ship worldwide via UPS, you can order from our website tojagrid.com/collections/kits. Here is our European dealer's site too www.perkan.eu/
Here the real take on this. Does it work? Yes. Am I happy with it? At this point Yes. We built ours as an 8x12 so that it fit our existing deck configuration. They don't give you any instructions in the boxes of how this system works. Yes I undertand it is basic common sense, but come on put a piece of paper in the box or print it on the side of the box. Since this system cost twice as much as comparable sysytems they can spring for some instructions. After extensive searching their website I finally found a pdf of instructions. They say three people and 45 minutes to complete. This is utter hogwash. 8-1/2 hours later, 1 damaged ladder, 5 people, and a tractor with a front end loader we finally got the posts installed and it put into place. The ground work is fairly simple but this is designed to installed out in the middle of an open field with nothign else around. We installed on an existing deck right up against the house which drastically reduced the room needed to swing a sledge hammer to drive these brackets onto the 4x4's. They don't just slide on like this video shows. I ended up gettign a plane out and chamfering each 4x4 to get it to start into the brackets.Then comes the real problem of trying to lift the massive weight of this up to put the first two legs in place. Finally had to slide the thing over the deck railing all the way to the ground to get enough angle and room to install the first two posts and drive them into the brackets. Manuvered it into place for the those post to be in the right spot. Removed the stupid sail so we had room to work. No way at this point could the two of us could move this thign around any more, called the neighbors for help and they came over brought one of their kids and the grandkids to help. We managed to get it up enough to put the ladder under it for support on the remaining side but it wasn't enough to get the posts in place. Went and got the tractor from the barn and lifted it up as much as we could, this is where it slipped and damaged the top of the ladder. (I don't have forks on the tractor so no I could not have used this before now, and due to space limitations of the area I could not get under the direct center of the side we were workign from.) This created some extra space when it slipped, because it twisted a bit, so we could get the third post wrestled into place. Got the ladder back over under the remaining corner, while the tractor had the rest of it braced, and with me standing on the ladder and pushing up with my shoulder I finaly got it up enough for the remaining post to be started into the bracket. Once we finaly got the last posts in and removing the guard rail from the deck, we were then able to manhadle one side at a time and walk the assembly into place. About another hour to finish securing it to the deck and put the sail back up and it was time to call it a day.
Two things to note here, I do not recommend anyone else doing what I did. Ladders are not rated for more that 200 lbs or so, depending on the class. I'm 6'2 and 250 so I was half expecting the whole thing to collapse on me even though I have commercial construction ladders. Secondly this much weight can easily hurt your back, so extreme caution should be taken. I truly recommend having a fork lift or a Lull on site to lift this up for everyone's safety.