![]() If using rocks aren't in your design plans then consider using mulch, decorative stone, lawn ornaments or foliage of your liking. The easiest way in which to hide the re-bar is by placing rocks around the site. Nobody wants re-bar to be seen in their pristine garden so the only solution is to cover the anchor with a clever disguise. If your arch is close to a fence you can tether it down near the base using twine, high-tense fishing line or rope. If you do not live in a windy area your current garden accents may be all your need. Not every garden center you will visit will carry U-bend re-bar. Place one re-bar over each leg in the front and back and pound them into the ground until they are firmly in place. With your arch where you want use the mallet to hammer the re-bar in place so that the bent end wraps around the legs of the arch. Once you are sure you will need your U-bend re-bar and rubber mallet. Tools Needed: Tape measure, marker, conduit bender, string, rubber mallet, and hacksaw. ![]() Cable ties, lengths of rebar for stakes, arches, and circles, and an 18-gauge copper wire. Now, move your arch to your chosen spot and make certain it's exactly how you want it. Here are some of the benefits of DIY garden arches: Cost-effective. Now that your arch is stronger and you have found the proper place to put your arch it's time to anchor it in place. Gather your metal braces and attach them where the legs meet the posts with the screws. This is not a worry on metal arches so feel free to skip this step and instead use a purchased anchor kit which can be found at most garden supply stored. The Amagabeli Garden Trellis for Climbing Plants is an elegant and durable choice for your garden, and it’s sold in packs of two or four for versatile configuration. In order to properly anchor a wooden garden arch you typically have to increase the strength of the legs or you still risk the structure breaking in case of high winds. Dimensions: 76 x 28 x 2 inchesMaterial: Vinyl (PVC)Color: White or mochaShape: RectangularWeight: 12 poundsAssembly Required: Yes. Instead you will want to place your arch in an area of soft to medium ground. Tempered Steel Rebar: Also known as carbon steel rebar or black bar, this is the most common type of rebar out there. You will want to avoid placing your arch any hard surfaces such as gravel, stone, concrete, wood or black top. Since you have to anchor the arch you will need to find a location that will allow for the best possible results. ![]() All those plants growing so tall and beautiful and dragonflies everywhere. ![]() Once you have purchased your garden arch and put it together it is time to select where you want it placed. Walking into Garys Garden as he works on his arbor being his next new project. ![]()
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