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Side view of a 6x6 timber pergola showing the raised roof support, sloped rafters and water runoff direction.

FOR 4-POST PERGOLA FRAMES

Build a sloped roof on a level frame.

Raise one side. Straight rafters create the slope.Raise one side. Straight rafters create the slope.

Lumber and roofing are not included.

Choose your roof pitch as you build.Choose your pitch as you build.

At the same span, a higher support creates a steeper slope. Set the height for your chosen roofing.Same span: higher support = steeper slope. Choose the height for your roofing system.

Lumber and roofing are not included.

The pergola shown uses a bracket kit designed for standard 6×6 wood posts, giving it a more substantial look. Like this look? Return to the product page and select “6x6 Wood Posts.”The pergola shown uses a bracket kit designed for standard 6×6 wood posts, giving it a more substantial look. Like this look? Return to the product page and select “6x6 Wood Posts.”

See how the roof takes shape

Select any step to view the complete image.Tap a step to view the complete image.

Level four-post pergola frame with 6x6 timber posts and black steel brackets, before adding a sloped roof.

Build the level frame

Build the bracket frame level.
Extra timber support secured above one side of a level pergola frame to create the roof height difference.

Add the high-side support

Secure an extra timber support on one side.
Evenly spaced straight timber rafters seated on the high and low supports of a sloped pergola roof.

Add straight rafters

Seat straight rafters on the high and low supports.
Opaque corrugated roof panels on a sloped pergola roof, with arrows showing water runoff toward the lower edge.

Add roof panels

Follow your roof panel support and fastening requirements.

Before you start

What does the bracket kit include?

Your kit includes steel brackets and the listed hardware only. Shipping lumber and roofing materials over long distances can be costly, so we recommend buying them locally to save on shipping and help lower your overall project cost.

Can I choose the roof pitch?

Choose the support height as you build. At the same span, a higher support creates a steeper slope. Follow your roofing manufacturer’s minimum slope, support and fastening requirements.

Do the rafters have to be arranged exactly as shown?

Not necessarily. Follow your roof panel manufacturer’s requirements for slope, support and fastening.

Ready to plan your pergola?

Choose the kit that matches your wood posts.

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Side view of a six-post double pergola with raised timber roof support and runoff toward the lower roof edge.

FOR 6-POST DOUBLE PERGOLA FRAMES

Build a sloped roof on a level frame.

Raise one side. Straight rafters create the slope.Raise one side. Straight rafters create the slope.

Lumber and roofing are not included.

Choose your roof pitch as you build.Choose your pitch as you build.

At the same span, a higher support creates a steeper slope. Set the height for your chosen roofing.Same span: higher support = steeper slope. Choose the height for your roofing system.

Lumber and roofing are not included.

Shown with 6×6 wood posts for a sturdier look. Choose “6x6 Wood Posts” for your kit.Shown with 6×6 wood posts for a sturdier look. Choose “6x6 Wood Posts” for your kit.

See how the roof takes shape

Select any step to view the complete image.Tap a step to view the complete image.

Level six-post double pergola frame with 6x6 timber posts and black steel brackets before adding a sloped roof.

Build the level frame

Build the bracket frame level.
Raised timber roof supports along the high side of a level six-post double pergola frame.

Add the high-side support

Secure an extra timber support on one side.
Straight timber rafters resting on the high and low roof supports across a six-post double pergola.

Add straight rafters

Seat straight rafters on the high and low supports.
Corrugated sloped roof panels on a six-post double pergola with water runoff arrows pointing toward the low edge.

Add roof panels

Follow your roof panel support and fastening requirements.

Before you start

What does the bracket kit include?

Your kit includes steel brackets and the listed hardware only. Shipping lumber and roofing materials over long distances can be costly, so we recommend buying them locally to save on shipping and help lower your overall project cost.

Can I choose the roof pitch?

Choose the support height as you build. At the same span, a higher support creates a steeper slope. Follow your roofing manufacturer’s minimum slope, support and fastening requirements.

Do the rafters have to be arranged exactly as shown?

Not necessarily. Follow your roof panel manufacturer’s requirements for slope, support and fastening.

Ready to plan your pergola?

Choose the kit that matches your wood posts.

Back to my kit