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Build a garden bridge.
You can have your garden bridge with or without railing or play around with the material.
A small garden bridge spanning a small drainage ditch between two gravel walkways.
Having a garden bridge is necessary when your garden have a pond or even run through a small creek.
Build your own footbridge in your garden.
Apply an exterior finish to the wood let it dry then take a stroll across your new bridge.
From our experience we recommend you to invest in quality materials such as redwood pine or cedar.
Yet another chinese red bridge this time with concrete steps and a walkway.
Building a garden bridge is a straight forward process provided you use proper plans and materials for your needs.
But what really stands out is that footbridge across the artificial creek we wager that this is a kit built bridge eight to ten feet long.
Garden bridge construction is generally a two man project and in many cases may require a team in order to place it into its final position.
But don t take bridges lightly cause it can be a real aesthetic item.
This garden has an asian flair with its ground hugging junipers lovely rockwork and japanese maples.
Cut and glue the top caps available at most home centers onto the tops of the posts.
Drill pilot holes before inserting the screws to prevent the wood from splitting.
Pour pea gravel around the footings to provide a smooth gradual transition from the ground to the bridge walkway.
Here s what a small garden bridge diy project requires.
And it s easier than you think to create your own bridge.
Custom built by joe the craftsman since 1998.
Just follow these simple instructions for a sturdy arched garden bridge with handrails that you can paint or stain any color you like.
Always read the garden bridge plans carefully and make sure that there is enough information provided for you to be able to complete the project before you invest in materials.
All bridges custom built by joe.
Making it flat or arched.
Use a circular saw with a fine blade to build the curved components.
While much of the garden is sunny and open this small section is tucked into a small wooded area.
2 2x12s hardwood for support stringers 13 2x6s hardwood for floor planks.