Zen Freestanding Pergola Bracket Kit with Wood Rafters
This is a pergola bracket kit for a nine-post, freestanding structure with wood roof rafters. The Zen Pergolas kit is listed for a four-block layout with an overall footprint up to 24 × 24 feet. It supplies steel brackets and stainless steel wood screws for creating an outdoor seating or dining alfresco area using separately purchased lumber.
Bracket size options
- 4x4 and 2x4: post brackets for the listed 4x4 lumber size and rafter brackets for the listed 2x4 size.
- 6x6 and 2x6: post brackets for the listed 6x6 lumber size and rafter brackets for the listed 2x6 size.
Match the selected bracket option to the manufacturer’s lumber specifications before purchasing wood.
Included components
- 9 post-base brackets.
- 4 corner three-arm brackets.
- 4 middle four-arm brackets.
- 1 central five-arm bracket.
- 42 roof-rafter brackets.
- Stainless steel #12 wood screws.
Bracket construction and layout
Steel brackets are described as laser-cut, laser-welded and pre-drilled. The layout places wood rafters above the roof beams, with any planned overhangs subject to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Purchased separately
Lumber and foundation anchoring hardware are not included. This is not a complete wood pergola, solid roof or waterproof covering. Shade canopies are not listed among the supplied components.
Installation planning
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the selected kit. Confirm the foundation, post-base attachment, lumber requirements, spans and any rafter overhangs before installation. The listed maximum footprint is not a load rating or a guarantee of suitability for every site.
Shipping & Returns
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Frequently asked questions
Does this kit attach to a house?
No. It is configured for a freestanding, nine-post pergola.
Does it include wood?
No. Lumber is purchased separately.
Does it include a waterproof roof?
No. It provides brackets for an open wood-rafter overhead structure.
Bracket kit only. Lumber and foundation anchoring hardware are purchased separately. Completed pergola images illustrate a possible installation; hammocks, furnishings and cooking equipment are not included.
