Custom built by joe the craftsman since 1998.
Build a garden bridge.
But don t take bridges lightly cause it can be a real aesthetic item.
Any size from 3 ft long to 40 ft long to the style and size you need.
Just follow these simple instructions for a sturdy arched garden bridge with handrails that you can paint or stain any color you like.
Pour pea gravel around the footings to provide a smooth gradual transition from the ground to the bridge walkway.
If your garden has a landscape section then an addition of a wooden bridge would surely bring more natural appeal and beauty to the spaces and now you can create this lovely wooden bridge on your own.
Building a garden bridge is a straight forward process provided you use proper plans and materials for your needs.
You can have your garden bridge with or without railing or play around with the material.
This garden has an asian flair with its ground hugging junipers lovely rockwork and japanese maples.
Apply an exterior finish to the wood let it dry then take a stroll across your new bridge.
Having a garden bridge is necessary when your garden have a pond or even run through a small creek.
Yet another chinese red bridge this time with concrete steps and a walkway.
Build your own footbridge in your garden.
Cut and glue the top caps available at most home centers onto the tops of the posts.
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.
Find garden bridges at lowe s today.
A small garden bridge spanning a small drainage ditch between two gravel walkways.
And it s easier than you think to create your own bridge.
Making it flat or arched.
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All bridges custom built by joe.
Drill pilot holes before inserting the screws to prevent the wood from splitting.
Use a circular saw with a fine blade to build the curved components.
2 2x12s hardwood for support stringers 13 2x6s hardwood for floor planks.
From our experience we recommend you to invest in quality materials such as redwood pine or cedar.
While much of the garden is sunny and open this small section is tucked into a small wooded area.