We used pressure-treated lumber to keep costs down.However, you may decide to choose a naturally weather-resistant wood, such as cedar, which, although more expensive, is just as durable but not as hazardous as treated lumber. When working with pressure-treated lumber, be sure to always wear eye protection and a respirator when sawing wood. Dispose of all sawdust and scrap pieces properly (never burn treated wood) and wash clothes separately from other laundry.
MATERIALS
Two 4" by 4" by 10' boards, each cut into two 60" pieces; label each ATwo 4" by 4" by 8' boards, each cut to 84"; label each B
Four 2" by 4" by 12' boards, each cut into one 82 1/2" piece; label two C and two D; and then into one 55" piece--F
One 2" by 4" by 12' board cut into one 82 1/2" piece; label D; and one 43" piece; label E
One 2" by 4" by 8' board cut into two 45" pieces; label G
Two 2" by 2" by 8' boards, each cut to 55"; label each Or, if 2 by 2's are not available:
One 1" by 3" by 10' board cut into two 55" pieces--H
One 1" by 3" by 8' board cut into two 48" pieces--J
Five 8' long lattice channels, each cut into two 48" pieces
Three 4' by 8' plastic lattice panels cut to fit openings between posts (you'll need 3 pieces approximately 36" by 48" and 2 pieces approximately 45" by 48")
One 48"-wide by 10'-long sheet of canvas (or any outdoor water-resistant fabric)
2 lbs. 12d galvanized common nails
1 lb. 6d galvanized box nails
1 lb. 2 1/2" galvanized screws (optional)
Approximate cost of materials:
Pressure-treated: $250
Cedar: $340
TOOLS
tape measurecircular saw
hammer
rubber mallet
nail set
cordless screwdriver or variable speed drill (optional)
