{"product_id":"zen-pergolas-diy-freestanding-pergola-bracket-kit-roof-rafters","title":"Zen Pergolas DIY Freestanding Pergola Bracket Kit with Roof Rafters | Steel Brackets for 4x4 or 6x6 Lumber | Up to 24' x 24'","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-rewrite\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"product-intro\"\u003eIf you want a pergola with a traditional rafter roof, this kit is the hardware for it. Built around a four-block, nine-post freestanding layout in sizes up to 24' x 24', it includes 42 roof rafter brackets plus the complete post and corner bracket set — all laser-cut, pre-drilled steel — sized for standard lumber you source locally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"product-section why-choose\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eWhy Customers Choose This Product\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cul class=\"icon-list why-list\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eTraditional rafter roof style, with optional overhangs\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e42 roof rafter brackets included, plus the complete frame bracket set\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eFreestanding 9-post layout in any size up to 24' x 24'\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eBracket options for 4x4 posts with 2x4 rafters, or 6x6 posts with 2x6 rafters\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eLaser-cut, laser-welded steel with a premium weather coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eStainless steel #12 wood screws included; all brackets backed by a 5-year warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"product-section highlights\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"highlight-item\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003e42 Roof Rafter Brackets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eRafters sit atop the roof beams for the classic pergola silhouette, with optional overhangs at the ends for a finished profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"highlight-item\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eComplete Frame Hardware\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe kit includes 9 post base brackets, 4 corner 3-arm brackets, 4 middle 4-arm brackets, and 1 central 5-arm bracket — everything the frame needs beyond the lumber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"highlight-item\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003ePremium Steel Brackets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eBrackets are made from premium 12-gauge steel in the 6x6 size or 14-gauge steel in the other sizes — laser-cut, laser-welded, finished with a premium weather coating, and pre-drilled for securing wood and accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"highlight-item\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eTwo Lumber Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eChoose the 4x4 and 2x4 bracket kit or the 6x6 and 2x6 kit, matched to the post and rafter lumber you plan to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"product-section specifications\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003ctable class=\"spec-table\"\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZen Pergolas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDIY pergola bracket kit with roof rafters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePergola Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreestanding, 9 posts, 4 blocks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24' x 24'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRoof Style\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTraditional rafters atop the roof beams, optional overhangs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBracket Options\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4x4 posts with 2x4 rafters, or 6x6 posts with 2x6 rafters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSteel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12-gauge (6x6 size) or 14-gauge steel, laser-cut and laser-welded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIncluded\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 post base brackets, 4 corner 3-arm brackets, 4 middle 4-arm brackets, 1 central 5-arm bracket, 42 roof rafter brackets, stainless steel #12 wood screws\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNot Included\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLumber; anchoring hardware for post base brackets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5-year on all brackets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShips From\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoise, Idaho\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"product-section ideal-for\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cul class=\"icon-list ideal-list\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDIY builders who prefer a classic rafter-roof pergola profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eFreestanding shade structures over patios, decks, or garden rooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eBuilds using standard 4x4 and 2x4, or 6x6 and 2x6, lumber\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eLarger layouts up to 24' x 24'\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"product-section important-info\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eLumber and the anchoring hardware for securing the post base brackets to a solid foundation are not included and must be purchased locally. Stainless steel #12 wood screws are included in the kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eAnchor the post bases to a solid foundation and follow the kit instructions during assembly. Check local building codes and permit requirements for freestanding structures before you build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eMatch the bracket kit to your lumber before ordering: the options are 4x4 posts with 2x4 rafters, or 6x6 posts with 2x6 rafters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"product-section faq\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eHow many rafter brackets are in the kit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe kit includes 42 roof rafter brackets, along with 9 post base brackets, 4 corner 3-arm brackets, 4 middle 4-arm brackets, and 1 central 5-arm bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eIs lumber included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eNo. Lumber and anchoring hardware are purchased locally; the stainless steel #12 wood screws are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhat lumber sizes does the kit fit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eChoose brackets for 4x4 posts with 2x4 rafters, or 6x6 posts with 2x6 rafters. 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