Maintenance

The footings and supports used for your pergola will directly affect how stable it is. They will also determine how resistant it is to rot and termites, among other things.

A pergola's not necessarily a very technical thing to construct, but there are some rules about what you can and can't do, and it's a very good idea to learn about them before you start making plans.

Decking looks pretty simple, but don't let that fool you - there's quite a bit of effort that goes into designing and building a safe, durable deck. Read on to find out how decks are made.