New England Arbors VA42037 - Manual (Page 14)

The 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 shade slats are designed to be installed with
8 3/8” spacing between each slat.
Shade slats are designed to extend approximately 8 1/4” past
the last rafter. Measurement includes the pre-installed pergola
ends. Your goal is to ensure that all the shade slats overhang
equally to the eye.
Install first shade slat adjacent to the top of the vinyl columns.
Install the rest of the shade slats at he 8 3/8” spacing.
Install one 2 1/2” screw at each intersection of rafter and shade
slat.
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Suggestions for Additional Shade as Necessary
• Contact Eden Arbors regarding the possibility of purchasing an
extra box of shade slats .
• White resin lattice in variety of shapes and sizes are available at
your local lumberyard. Cut to size and fasten directly to the top
of shade slats using stainless steel screws.
• In areas of extreme snow or wind load, do not use tight diamond
privacy lattice.
Shade Slats Installation
S T E P E I G H T
10 x 10 Flat Top Pergola
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8 3/8”
Assemble shade slats by inserting the two slats into one joiner.
Push firmly until extrusion bottoms out inside joiner. No screws
are necessary.
Shade Slat Assembly
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