Built to Withstand 4,000 Pounds — Per Bracket At Bjorn Woodworks, strength and longevity are the foundation of everything we design. Our 4x4 pergola brackets are engineered with a shear strength of 4,000 lbs per bracket  — more than enough to handle the demands of virtually any residential or commercial pergola build. That means when you build with Bjorn brackets, you’re working with a system that far exceeds the structural loads most DIY and professional projects will ever f

The Short Answer: Up to 12'x12' with a Standard Pergola Kit When it comes to pergola size, the most common question we get is: “How big can I build it?” With a standard Bjorn Pergola Kit , you can confidently build up to a 12' x 12' structure  using either 4x4 or 6x6 lumber . That’s the sweet spot for most backyard builds—large enough to create a beautiful shaded area, but still structurally sound over time. The Limitation Isn’t the Hardware — It’s the Wood Our brackets are b

If you’ve ever searched this question, you’ve probably noticed something: everyone has a different answer. Some say “just bolt it down,” others say “don’t even try.”The truth is — pavers look solid, but they aren’t structural. Anchoring a pergola kit directly to them won’t meet load requirements or last long-term.Here ’s the real explanation of why — and how to build your pergola the right way, without sacrificing the look of your patio. Why Anchoring to Pavers Doesn’t Work

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