Do Zen Pergola kits require assembly?

Yes, all Zen Pergola kits require basic assembly. Our bracket system makes it simple, and step-by-step instructions are provided.

What tools are required?

You will need a drill, socket wrench, ladder, and measuring tape. All brackets and hardware are included in the kit.

How long does assembly take?

Most customers complete assembly in 3–6 hours with two people, depending on pergola size.

What type of wood should I use?

We recommend pressure-treated lumber (4x4 or 6x6 posts, 2x6 or 2x8 beams/rafters). Lumber requirements vary by kit size.

Do the kits come with instructions?

Yes, every kit includes printed instructions and links to video tutorials.

Pergola Kits ▸ House-Attached Pergolas ▸ DIY Bracket Kit for a Steel and Wood Pergola

DIY Bracket Kit for a Steel and Wood Pergola

⬩ Wall-Mounted 4-Block pergola with a 4x4 frame

⬩ Slatted Roof (Angled 2x4s) + 1 Privacy Wall

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About This Pergola Kit:

HOME-ATTACHED

4-block pergola with 6 posts
(see the freestanding 9-post kit)4-block pergola
(see freestanding kit)

UP TO 24' x 24'

can be any size up to 24' x 24'
(width & depth are interchangeable)can be any size
up to 24' x 24'

FOR 4x4s + 2x4s

actual sizes: 3.5" x 3.5" / 1.5" x 3.5"
(see kit for 6x6s and 2x6s)actual sizes: 3.5 x 3.5" / 1.5 x 3.5"
(see kit w/ 6x6s + 2x6s)

ANGLED 2x4s

change roof to: canopies, straight 2x4s, 2x4s atop beams or 4x4 postschange roof to: canopies, straight 2x4s, 2x4s atop beams or 4x4 posts

1 PRIVACY WALL

see this same kit with no privacy wall or with 2 privacy wallssee kit w/ no walls or w/ 2 privacy walls

FAR SPACING

between the roof and wall slats
(see kit w/ medium or close spacing)between roof/wall slats
(see med or close spacing)

ADD-ONS

add corner supports, canopy, side railing or outdoor furniture kitadd corner supports or outdoor furniture kit

DESIGN NEW KIT

Included in This DIY Kit for Building a Steel and Wood Pergola:

6x

BASE BRACKETS
for 4x4 wood

3x

WALL MOUNT BRACKETS
for 4x4 wood

2x

3-ARM POST BRACKETS
for 4x4 wood

3x

4-ARM POST BRACKETS
for 4x4 wood

1x

5-ARM POST BRACKET
for 4x4 wood

114x

INSERT BRACKETS
for 2x4 wood

All

ALL SCREWS NEEDED
stainless steel

6x

BASE BRACKETS
for 4x4 wood

3x

WALL MOUNT BRACKETS
for 4x4 wood

2x

3-ARM POST BRACKETS
for 4x4 wood

3x

4-ARM POST BRACKETS
for 4x4 wood

1x

5-ARM POST BRACKET
for 4x4 wood

114x

INSERT BRACKETS
for 2x4 wood

All

ALL SCREWS NEEDED
stainless steel

NOTE: Lumber (wood) and anchoring hardware for securing the base brackets and wall mount brackets are NOT included and will need to be purchased locally.

NOTE: Lumber (wood) and anchoring hardware for securing the base brackets to a solid foundation are NOT included and will need to be purchased locally.

Fast + Easy Assembly

Additional Information

Not Included in this Kit

Wood - Lumber is a) very expensive to ship and b) readily available to most people at local home improvement and building supply stores. By buying your wood locally, you also have more options on the exact type of wood you'd like that is appropriate for your area's climate.

Anchoring Hardware - While this pergola kit does include stainless steel wood screws for securing 4x4 (and 2x4, if applicable) lumber into the brackets, it does not include anchoring hardware for securing the base brackets into a secure base (i.e. cement pad, deck, landscape toppers, concrete footing, etc.) or for securing the wall mount brackets to the outside wall of your home. This is because the anchoring hardware you need will vary based on a) what type of material you're going into and b) local building codes.

Required Lumber & Estimated Cost

As noted above, wood (lumber) is NOT included in this steel pergola bracket kit, nor is the hardware you'll need to anchor the base brackets and wall mount brackets. Before you can build your modern wood pergola, you'll need to purchase the following items from a local building supply store or lumber yard (assuming you plan to build a 12' x 12' pergola that is 8' tall):

Six (6) 8' long 4x4 posts
Ten (10) 12' long 4x4 posts
Fifty-seven (57) 12' long 2x4 slats
Anchoring hardware (36 pieces)

The estimated cost for the above lumber and anchoring hardware is $986. This is only an estimate; actual costs will vary depending on the type of wood you decide to buy, your location, local stores & availability, and various other factors.

Optional Add-Ons

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Assembly Information

Assembling a Zen Pergola is quite easy (even for novices) and only requires basic tools. Following these simple instructions, it should only take 2-3 hours for you and a helper to assemble your pergola.

Shipping & Returns

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Although we reserve the right to use any carrier we choose, we typically ship products via UPS or USPS. All products ship directly from our Boise, ID warehouse within 1 business day!

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Warranty Information

We are committed to the quality and durability of our products, and we stand behind them 100%. Your satisfaction is our top priority, which is why we offer a comprehensive warranty to give you peace of mind. To learn more about the details of our warranty coverage, please take a moment to read through the information here.

This black steel bracket kit for building a wooden pergola will accommodate any attached pergola ranging from 13-24 feet wide by 13-24 feet deep. The wooden pergola with black steel brackets does not need to be exactly 24' x 24' like in the images on this page.

The kit includes 114 2x4 insert brackets. While the images on this page show that 96 of these brackets are used to add 48 angled roof slats to your pergola (12 slats to each of the four roof sections, all a 12' span with far spacing between slats) and the remaining 18 brackets are used to add one privacy wall with 9 angled slats (8' tall with far spacing between slats), you can use the brackets any way you'd like (i.e. adding another privacy wall or half/partial wall, adding a side railing, installing the roof rafters and/or wall slats straight up & down, etc.). You can also purchase additional 2x4 insert brackets here.