Step 7: Set the Lattice in Place

set the lattice in place
Photo: Kolin Smith
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Because the lattice needs to float freely, it is not attached with fasteners to the frame; this allows it to expand and contract with the weather. For this reason, the lattice shouldn't be too snug in the frame. Make sure it has room to move but still sits on the 1x1 stops.

Lay the center frame on its face with the stops facing down. Lay the lattice inside the frame so that it's resting on the stops.

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