Photo: Kolin Smith
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Center the 2x6s over the top of each trellis panel. Using a drill/driver and 3-inch deck screws, attach the caps to the top of each frame.
Step 11: Install the Caps
Introduction
Overview
Step 1
Size the Frames
Step 2
Locate and Mark Notches
Step 3
Make Kerf Cuts
Step 4
Smooth Notches
Step 5
Assemble the Frame
Step 6
Attach Horizontal Frame Pieces
Step 7
Set the Lattice in Place
Step 8
Attach Lattice to Frame
Step 9
Assemble and Attach Side Panel Frames and Lattice
Step 10
Cut the Caps
Step 11
Install the Caps
Step 12
Prep for Installation
Step 13
Install the Trellis
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Tools List
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circular saw
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Speed square
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straightedge
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combination square
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chisel
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handsaw
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drill/driver
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2-foot level
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posthole digger
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digging bar
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shovel
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small hand tamper
Shopping List
1. Cedar or pressure-treated 2x4s for the frame. Keep in mind that two adjoining trellis panels will share one vertical frame piece.
2. Cedar or pressure-treated 1x1s for the stops that hold the lattice.3. Cedar or pressure-treated lattice fencing comes in 4-by-8-foot sheets. If you're building more than one panel, get both straight and diagonal lattice. 4. Cedar or pressure-treated 2x6—to cap the tops of the panels.
5. ¾-inch gravel for drainage in the postholes. Four 50-pound bags will be enough.
6. 1 5/8-inch self-tapping deck screws
7. 3-inch self-tapping deck screws
2. Cedar or pressure-treated 1x1s for the stops that hold the lattice.3. Cedar or pressure-treated lattice fencing comes in 4-by-8-foot sheets. If you're building more than one panel, get both straight and diagonal lattice. 4. Cedar or pressure-treated 2x6—to cap the tops of the panels.
5. ¾-inch gravel for drainage in the postholes. Four 50-pound bags will be enough.
6. 1 5/8-inch self-tapping deck screws
7. 3-inch self-tapping deck screws
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