Rte 5 Reclamation
Shop Questions
How do I order?
Please visit our Etsy Shops to place an order. Pacific Pergola and Rte 5 Reclamation.
What type of wood do you use?
We prefer to use prime grades of Western Red Cedar, Douglas Fir, California Coastal Redwood and Cypress. We have also developed relationships to procure reclaimed timbers for your project.
What about commission work?
We are happy to discuss with you additional projects you might have in mind. Click here to see some of our recent work.
Pergola Questions
What is a Pergola?
A pergola is a “garden walk or terrace typically formed by two rows of columns or posts roofed with an open framework of beams and cross rafters over which plants are trained. Its purpose is to provide a foundation on which climbing plants can be viewed and to give shade. Known in ancient Egypt, pergolas were a common feature of early Renaissance gardens in Italy and subsequently throughout Europe. They had a marked revival during the Arts and Crafts Movement in Britain.” (Encyclopedia Britannica)
The architectural integrity of our timberframe pergolas stem from the mortise and tenon construction. A genuine timberframe pergola adorning your landscape shows that you value timeless beauty and technique over modern efficency.
What is Timberframing?
Timberframe joinery enables our pergolas to be solidly constructed without the aid of metal fasteners. Timber framing uses the centuries-old craft of interlocking timbers using mortise and tenon joinery secured with oak wooden pegs. Unlike lumber-yard pergolas that are constructed using standard wood sizes and metal fasteners found at most lumberyards, we use the highest quality materials and time-honored techniques.
The structural components of each of our pergolas follow traditional timberframe design. A timberframe pergola’s structure is composed of a number of bents (sets of columnsand tie beams supported by knee braces). A pair of bents encloses a bay. A simple pergola has one bay bounded by a pair of two column bents.
Do you build custom Pergolas?
Yes. All our pergolas are built custom to our client’s desires and requirments of the landscape. We will work with home owners and architects to meet the needs of the project.
What type of wood do you use?
We prefer to use prime grades of Western Red Cedar, Douglas Fir, California Coastal Redwood and Cypress. We have also developed relationships to procure reclaimed timbers for your project.
How are your pergolas fastened together?
The use of timber frame joinery enables our pergolas to be solidly constructed without the aid of metal fasteners.
Timber framing uses the centuries-old craft of interlocking timbers using mortise and tenon joinery secured with oak wooden pegs. Unlike lumber-yard pergolas that are constructed using standard wood sizes and metal fasteners found at most lumberyards, we use the highest quality materials and time-honored techniques.
The structural components of each of our pergolas follow traditional timberframe design. A timberframe pergola’s structure is composed of a number of bents (sets of columnsand tie beams supported by knee braces). A pair of bents encloses a bay. A simple pergola has one bay bounded by a pair of two column bents.
How do I install my pergola?
We do the hard work for you! Our pergolas are designed to be easily assembled and each shipment comes with detailed printed instructions. Please consult your local landscape professional to ensure compliance with state and local building codes.
Do you ship your pergolas?
Yes. Our pergolas are carefully packed in a wooden crate for shipment via national common carrier to any location in the United States and Canada. Arrangements can be made for terminal or lift gate delivery.
Do you apply a finish coating to your pergolas?
We are happy to discuss different finishing options, however the application must be done by you or your contractor.
Other Questions
Technical Information
Each of the links below can provide a little more information for when installing your new purchase from Pacific Pergola or RTE5.
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