Vinyl Patio Covers are Easy to Install
To install your vinyl pergola cover, follow the installation steps outlined below.
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Measure patio dimensions to determine pergola location. |
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Determine the center of the patio. |
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Measure 1/2 of the projection and mark. |
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Repeat measuring for the remaining posts including measuring for the length. |
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Chalk line the perimeter at the marks. |
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Chalk from post to post for the projection. |
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Repeat for the length. |
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Measure diagonally to check for a square layout. |
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Adjust as needed to ensure both measurements are the same. |
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Note: Detailed written instructions for post bases are included with the kit.
Using a post base plate as a template, mark and drill holes for the anchors. |
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Dispense epoxy into the holes. |
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Install anchors |
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Install post base surface plate |
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Add leveling insert and square tubing. Adjust leveling nuts and tighten post base to the pad. |
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Install top post stabilizer |
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For a level installation, determining the pitch of the patio will be necessary. |
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Measure and note the pitch from post to post for the projection. |
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Repeat for remaining posts |
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Also check pitch running the length of the pergola.
Note: Double check results. Some patios pitch in more than two directions. |
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Decide on a height for the pergola and factor in the pitch of the patio then cut the posts. |
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With the post trim ring in place, slide the pergola posts over the post bases until the post snaps into the trim ring.
Note: Be sure to have the beam and joist holes facing the correct direction. |
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Slide the steel beam inserts into the vinyl beams and slide through the posts. |
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Install all remaining beams |
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Install the joists by inserting them into the posts. |
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Install all joists going through the posts |
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Make sure the same amount of 2×6 extends past the posts for the beams and joists. |
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Screw the pergola “L” brackets into both sides of the posts, and into the joists and beams. |
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Repeat for “L” brackets for the joists. |
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Measure for the remaining joists to determine the joist spacing. |
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Mark for the joist to beam brackets. |
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Install all joist to beam brackets. |
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Install remaining joists. |
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Install a shade slat next to the posts. |
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Install remaining slats at the pre-determined spacing. (3″ spacing is shown.) One slat will also be installed on the outside of the posts.
Note: screw slats until they are “snug” to the joist with one screw per slat per joist. Do Not Overtighten. |
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Install post caps and pergola ends using a small bead of glue inside each cap. |
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Continue with all remaining caps. |
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Snap shade slat caps into place. |
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Install all slat caps. |
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Enjoy! |