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 Materials for Shade Shelter
quantity size length
posts 4 4x4 10-12 feet*
beams 4 2x6 12 feet
rafters 4 2x6 8 feet
louvers 23 2x2 12 feet
braces 4 4x4 3 feet
machine bolts, washers and nuts 12 sets
4-12 sets		 1/2x7 inches
1/2x6 inches
deck screws 2 pounds 2-1/2 inches
nails 2 pounds 8d
concrete and gravel as needed

* depends on the type of footing used

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this page last updated: April 26, 2001