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    Home » DIY Projects

    How to Build a Pavilion in a Weekend

    Published: Jun 23, 2016 · Modified: Apr 24, 2020 by Alison · This post may contain affiliate links ·

    how to build a pavilion

    With summer finally here we tend to spend more time outdoors from cookouts, to movies, to swimming in the pool. We have had a paver stone patio for years but it tends to get hot during the day because it is uncovered. After discussing of what DIY project we can do to solve that problem we decided to build a Pavilion to keep the patio cool during the day. We purchased a kit from our local Costco but I’ve found similar ones on Amazon or you can build your own using this tutorial.


    pavilion kit

    Before you get started on any kind of project like this you should check to see if you need a permit of any kind. We used a 12’X12′ kit that was made out of cedar lumber and an aluminium roof. This made the whole process go together smoother as we didn’t have to cut any materials, we just had to put the pieces together. It took about 1 ½ days for 2 people to complete but could probably go faster with more help.

    The overall dimensions are (L x W x H): 12 ft. x 12 ft. x 10 ft. 6 in. Base dimension (outside of post): 11 ft. 2 in. x 11 ft. 2 in. Base dimension (inside of post): 9 ft. 8 in. x 9 ft. 8 in. Center height: 10 ft. 6 in.

    How to Build a Pavilion

    Tools Required

    • Tape Measure
    • Carpenters Level
    • Standard or Cordless Drill
    • #2 Phillips Bit or Screwdriver
    • 7/16” & 9/16” Wrench
    • 8’ Step Ladder
    • Safety Glasses
    • Adult Helper
    • Safety Gloves
    • Hard Hat
    • 6’ Step Ladder x 2
    • Square Rachet
    • 7/16, ½ & 9/16 Socket

    Directions

    concrete pouring

    Do this step first before you start building to secure the structure. Dig a 2′-3′ hole where each pole is going to be and pour concrete. Allow to cure before building.

    anchored to concrete

    Once the concrete is cured attach the 7 in. X 7 in. wooden posts to each concrete slab by using post anchors and screws.

    pavilion beams connected

    Attach the beams to each post using a ladder until all 4 are connected.

    roof brackets

    Then attach one Roof to Post Bracket with two #10 x 1-¼” Pan Screws and continue to do so on all 4 sides.

    Complete the roof rafter by notching each piece together and screwing it in tightly according to the directions in the kit.

    roof panels

    Once the roof rafter is complete build the aluminium roof by sections. (We laid them out in our yard.)

    roof on

    Attach each roof panel piece to the rafters and try not to over tighten the screws as it will bend the material, make it snug and fit.

    Attach Ridge Clips and Roof Edges.

    Attach roof panels to frame.

    Assemble the roof peak and attach to roof panels.

    Secure roof corners.

    Attach corner and beam caps.

    Secure roof and roof to beam brackets and roof peak brackets.

    Attach ridge caps to roof panels by sliding one Ridge Cap over the Ridge Clips.

    pavilion finish

    Now all you have to do is decorate and enjoy!

    outdoor patio

     

     

    side view of patio

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    Comments

    1. dorothy

      July 17, 2016 at 3:59 pm

      where do i get the “kit”? because it says to follow directions in the kit for the roof……..

      Reply
      • Alison

        July 17, 2016 at 9:12 pm

        The Pavilion kit can be found at Costco. The brand is called Yardistry.

        Reply
    2. Cheryl

      September 24, 2016 at 3:06 pm

      How much does it cost?

      Reply
      • Alison

        April 23, 2017 at 1:50 pm

        I think it was around $1400.

        Reply
    3. Carl stevens

      March 19, 2017 at 12:53 pm

      Where can I get one of them pavilion kits at i live in Ironton Ohio

      Reply
      • Alison

        March 23, 2017 at 1:53 pm

        I got this one at Costco.

        Reply
      • Alison

        October 21, 2017 at 2:54 pm

        Costco

        Reply
    4. Ed

      April 15, 2017 at 7:58 pm

      1700!!

      Reply
    5. Susan Lambrose

      May 22, 2017 at 10:19 am

      where can I get this?

      Reply
      • Alison

        October 21, 2017 at 2:32 pm

        Costco

        Reply
    6. Gadget

      June 10, 2017 at 3:20 pm

      Should be titled, “How to assemble a pavilion kit from Costco in one weekend” The only way to make it easier would be to have them deliver and assemble.

      Reply
    7. Appslotz

      July 26, 2017 at 9:13 am

      Great post!!

      Reply
    8. rape of a woman

      August 07, 2023 at 10:44 am

      Having read this I thought it was extremely enlightening. I appreciate you spending some time and energy to put this content together. I once again find myself personally spending a lot of time both reading and leaving comments. But so what, it was still worth it!

      Reply

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