I consider myself a reasonably competent DIYer, having built a number of projects in my shop. But the quality of workmanship you've got here is an order of magnitude above the typical DIY stuff here on TH-cam. Definitely worth the time to watch and learn! Thanks for posting.
Fair play to you Suj. Almost all Woodworking you tube makers I am following are actually professionals and have fancy shops or at least designated workspaces. You are like most of us, back yard woodworking enthusiast and working marvelously under these circumstances, which makes your videos even more special and relevant
Thank you. What I truly appreciate about your videos is that you show how to do these cuts and installation can be achieved with common hand tools that a normal homeowner might have. Truly DIY! I also enjoy how you demonstrate the painstaking sanding and sealing of the pergola to promote the longevity of the final product. I'll be watching your other videos to learn more about your post-support system as I desire a very similar build to yours.
My concept of a pergolas is totally transformed after watching your video. I refuse to settle for just another pergola in my backyard! I will build myself one beauty and work of art just like yours... the "mother of all pergolas'! Your design, workmanship and eye for detail is simply unprecedented ! Great job, Suj!
Top Job Suj, You have been an inspiration to all handymen around the world, no short cuts... using all the tools to create the best and smartest outcome in workmanship, as well as crafting all your cuts at waist level with a little artistry added. Heaps of helpful Tips to keep a clean even cut timber line ( love the strapping of the beams together), many people will gain knowledge from your Video if they have the patience to follow your methods. Anyway thanks for uploading your Project... Love your dedication.
There was a lot of extra streps that probably could have saved time, but they also were significantly detailed and, when you are doing it yourself.... WOW! Great work!
Thank god I haven’t started my pergola, thanks to you I’m going back to the drawing board with all your helpful insights, it’s gonna look better than I envisioned it prior to this video. Amazing work sir.
I watched all 3 videos. Between the filming, different shots and explanation of methods you kept everything very interesting. It was a joy to watch and very impressive. Great job Suj!! I would watch anything else you post!
Super great 3 part series. Best one I've seen with all the steps and such attention to detail and craftsmanship. Thanks for taking the time and creativity to make this video and hope you are enjoying your pergola!
This whole project was excellent. What do you do??? You're clearly a man that has patience, attention to detail, is methodical, and though you probably have the funds to pay somebody to do this, you'd rather get your own hands dirty. I'm pretty sure you're an assassin. Great job!
Gorgeous! The seats around the posts were my favorite part and I definitely want to add this to my design! Thanks for such a in depth video series on everything you did! Awesome!
Nice attention to detail with rounding the uprights. Not my choice of colour but really like the finish on it. I like the addition of the seats. I like that this should last many years in the UK weather because you’ve gone the extra mile in preparing the wood for the worst weather. Well done. I would love to see how you finished the whole patio area.
Wow! Impressive build, my friend. One of the best DIY Pergola builds I've seen on TH-cam. Your plan, execution and attention to detail was outstanding. That pergola is built to last a lifetime (or longer). I'm a handy-man, and have built many projects in my home over the years, but have learned quite a few tips/tricks from your 3-part pergola build videos, which I'll incorporate in my next projects. You've earned a subscriber.
Mate this has to be the best pergola build by far on TH-cam. The attention to detail is awesome. Hat off to you sir. Would be great with some polycarbonate sheets on top
Beautifully done. I’m planning to build my own and this helped me greatly in so many ways. Your directions are easy to follow. Thanks so much for posting. You’re a great craftsman.
Fantastico trabajo. Miré los 3 capítulos y quedé sorprendido por lo elaborado del proyecto y la dedicación mostrada. Aparte vi que en ciertos momentos se valió de la ayuda de una y dos mujeres y hasta un niño hizo su aportación. Me impresionó también la cantidad de herramienta utilizada y el concepto de prearmar o presentar las vigas a una altura baja donde se podía trabajar con más comodidad y luego ya despues armarlo definitivamente con la seguridad de que todo quedaría ajustado. Se que el proyecto se llevó varios días de trabajo pero el resultado fue sensacional y por ello lo aplaudo. Quiza éste sea el único comentario en castellano pero no podía dejar de comentar pues en serio me gustó. Estoy próximo a hacer algo parecido y por ello fue que llegué hasta éstos 3 videos que en verdad tomaré en cuenta. Felicidades pues por esa hermosura.
Job well done sir, it's fitting, the extra A you use to pronounce pergola [peragola] lol... is what's needed to describe how this turned out an "A". Once again great work, great videos and great family teamwork!!!
Wow, absolutely amazing job. Not only is this the Sistine chapel of pergolas but it may just be the last man-made structure to survive the apocalypse. Men will be speaking about this pergola for centuries.
Well done I am very impressed I am in the planning stages of a pergola and have watched quite a few videos and yours is by far the best I will definitely be using this video as a reference cheers
beautiful job. im looking around youtube for ideas, tips to build my own.not sure why your videos dont have much more views. i thought i had a good idea on how to build my own , then i found yours, wow . i dont have all your tools, sander, planer router etc tho. but will definitely keep rewatching yours for great tips. id be so proud to build on like yours, so hope you are :)
Nice! Not sure if you've thought of this but a floating deck underneath as you step out under the pergola wud be nice and steps as you exit pergola into backyard. This could help hide concrete post supports. But overall great job, I'll be using a few of your techniques on my next build.
Wow this is by far the best pergola I've seen yet. I want to build my own but have never worked with wood before. I appreciate the fact you gave your tool recommendations. I also like your sketch book with your calculations it seemed like. Hopefully mine will come out half way decent as yours. Great work sir
Awesome! Very well built. Now all you have to do is figure out a way to keep people from tripping on the manhole cover. Are you going to raise the floor or install decking?
I like all the joint cutting you did, very detailed. Were the seat holes larger then the original post? I'll have to watch the seat coin video. Is there anything you would change (nothing that I see it looks great)? If you get bored let me know. You can design mine to pass some time! lol (bty nice star wars intro)
Suj Menon. Good robust build, clearly explained. Did you have to apply for any planning permission, or consult with the local authorities on building regulations to do this? I’d like to build some sort of lean to patio roofing, but am unsure if I’d need permission. Thanks for the video. P.S. like you, I live in the UK.
Well impressed!!! You'd never get that quality of build getting a paid tradesman (because they don't care about you or your home, you do!!!) Brilliant work!
I consider myself a reasonably competent DIYer, having built a number of projects in my shop. But the quality of workmanship you've got here is an order of magnitude above the typical DIY stuff here on TH-cam.
Definitely worth the time to watch and learn! Thanks for posting.
Thanks a lot for the great comments, Tim. glad it was useful, and thanks for watching 😀👍
Fair play to you Suj. Almost all Woodworking you tube makers I am following are actually professionals and have fancy shops or at least designated workspaces. You are like most of us, back yard woodworking enthusiast and working marvelously under these circumstances, which makes your videos even more special and relevant
Thanks buddy for the encouraging comment 😁👍
Thank you. What I truly appreciate about your videos is that you show how to do these cuts and installation can be achieved with common hand tools that a normal homeowner might have. Truly DIY! I also enjoy how you demonstrate the painstaking sanding and sealing of the pergola to promote the longevity of the final product. I'll be watching your other videos to learn more about your post-support system as I desire a very similar build to yours.
Thanks bud, for that kind and encouraging comment. Much appreciated, and good luck with your build 👍😁
The best pergola DIY in TH-cam. Excellent craftsmanship it will last forever.
My concept of a pergolas is totally transformed after watching your video.
I refuse to settle for just another pergola in my backyard! I will build myself one beauty and work of art just like yours... the "mother of all pergolas'! Your design, workmanship and eye for detail is simply unprecedented !
Great job, Suj!
Top Job Suj,
You have been an inspiration to all handymen around the world, no short cuts... using all the tools to create
the best and smartest outcome in workmanship, as well as crafting all your cuts at waist level with a little artistry added.
Heaps of helpful Tips to keep a clean even cut timber line ( love the strapping of the beams together), many people will
gain knowledge from your Video if they have the patience to follow your methods.
Anyway thanks for uploading your Project... Love your dedication.
Good job Suj, that's a fair bit of work to on your own. I like how you prebuilt it all at a lower level and then just assembled into place.
hey, thanks again Sag. Yeah, better to do all the cuts etc on the ground, rather than up there in the air, haha. 😄
There was a lot of extra streps that probably could have saved time, but they also were significantly detailed and, when you are doing it yourself.... WOW! Great work!
Absolutely! You have some real skill! Thank you for the video
Thank god I haven’t started my pergola, thanks to you I’m going back to the drawing board with all your helpful insights, it’s gonna look better than I envisioned it prior to this video. Amazing work sir.
You must be an Engineer. It shows my friend. Proud of what you’ve done and thanks for sharing
outstanding work sir! yours is the only build i've seen where you took the time to notch in the top runner boards. well done
Thank you very much, Brian! Those notches made the assembly relatively easy, useful when working at heights. 👍😀
Wow ! Beautiful job it’s like a piece of furniture, lots of patience went into this job.
Haha Indeed, thanks, bud
I watched all 3 videos. Between the filming, different shots and explanation of methods you kept everything very interesting. It was a joy to watch and very impressive. Great job Suj!! I would watch anything else you post!
Best DIY ever- Lots better than some Pro.. Greetings from Texas..
I saw your videos a couple of years back, the only thing I can say is that you are a perfectionist. Awesome Pergola and great job doing it
Haha, thats so kind of you. Thanks for watching again 😁👍
This is the best DIY pergola video on TH-cam. Great job!
Super great 3 part series. Best one I've seen with all the steps and such attention to detail and craftsmanship. Thanks for taking the time and creativity to make this video and hope you are enjoying your pergola!
Your attention to detail is exceptional. Great build.
This whole project was excellent. What do you do??? You're clearly a man that has patience, attention to detail, is methodical, and though you probably have the funds to pay somebody to do this, you'd rather get your own hands dirty. I'm pretty sure you're an assassin. Great job!
Gorgeous! The seats around the posts were my favorite part and I definitely want to add this to my design! Thanks for such a in depth video series on everything you did! Awesome!
Ah, thanks a lot for the great comment 😊 . All the best on your build 👍
your the best DIY person on youtube
Wow, I'm impressed! Best damn DIY I've ever seen on youtube.
Absolutly amazing job,a credit to yourself, very detailed, video footage really clear. Well done.
Thank you so much 😀
Wow so well planned and all from scratch. Wonderful job.
Thanks buddy 😁👍
Very nice. I love your attention to detail. A lot of work went into this, but It should last a lifetime.
Thank you very much for the great comment! 👍😀
Nice attention to detail with rounding the uprights. Not my choice of colour but really like the finish on it. I like the addition of the seats. I like that this should last many years in the UK weather because you’ve gone the extra mile in preparing the wood for the worst weather. Well done. I would love to see how you finished the whole patio area.
Thanks for the videos on how to build the pergola. I’m more confident in approaching my project!
Thanks a lot, and good luck on your build 👍 😁
Beautiful job on the project and the step by step video commentary. Much love to you and your beautiful family from USA.
Thank you so much, Don! 👍😀
Great job!
I appreciate and respect all the time and effort you put into building your custom pergola. Much love from the United States.
Outstanding craftsmanship! Well done!
Thanks William 👍😀
You did a top notch job man. I'm starting my pergola project and you've provided a lot of inspiration. Thanks for the detailed instruction!
Well Done. Very nice design and explanation of your build process.
Wow! Impressive build, my friend. One of the best DIY Pergola builds I've seen on TH-cam. Your plan, execution and attention to detail was outstanding. That pergola is built to last a lifetime (or longer). I'm a handy-man, and have built many projects in my home over the years, but have learned quite a few tips/tricks from your 3-part pergola build videos, which I'll incorporate in my next projects. You've earned a subscriber.
Very impressive. I wish I had watched this before building my own. Well done.
Thank you very much!😅🙏
Mate this has to be the best pergola build by far on TH-cam. The attention to detail is awesome. Hat off to you sir.
Would be great with some polycarbonate sheets on top
thanks for the great feedback David. That was why I was asking you about the roofing that you did on your video. haha :)
Beautifully done. I’m planning to build my own and this helped me greatly in so many ways. Your directions are easy to follow. Thanks so much for posting. You’re a great craftsman.
Thanks for the great feedback, Steve. Much appreciated 🙏 ☺ and good luck on your build.
Awesome job, best DYI for Pergola on TH-cam, your work is superb!
Thanks mate 👍 🙏
Just watched All three
I must say, very smart, efficient way of working
Good use of tools and materials
Amazing design and build, skills and perseverance are over the top, totally inspiring craftsmanship and beautiful end result!
Thanks for the great encouragement Ken 👍😁
Fantastico trabajo.
Miré los 3 capítulos y quedé sorprendido por lo elaborado del proyecto y la dedicación mostrada.
Aparte vi que en ciertos momentos se valió de la ayuda de una y dos mujeres y hasta un niño hizo su aportación.
Me impresionó también la cantidad de herramienta utilizada y el concepto de prearmar o presentar las vigas a una altura baja donde se podía trabajar con más comodidad y luego ya despues armarlo definitivamente con la seguridad de que todo quedaría ajustado.
Se que el proyecto se llevó varios días de trabajo pero el resultado fue sensacional y por ello lo aplaudo.
Quiza éste sea el único comentario en castellano pero no podía dejar de comentar pues en serio me gustó.
Estoy próximo a hacer algo parecido y por ello fue que llegué hasta éstos 3 videos que en verdad tomaré en cuenta.
Felicidades pues por esa hermosura.
Brilliant job mate, well done, the pergola looks fabulous!
Ah, thanks again Ali. Just realised the other post on the 1st episode video. Haha.. 😁👍
Job well done sir, it's fitting, the extra A you use to pronounce pergola [peragola] lol... is what's needed to describe how this turned out an "A". Once again great work, great videos and great family teamwork!!!
Nice, very nice. One of the best videos I have seen. Beautiful
suj you are a fabulous talented builder
This beginning was amazing and just gained you another subscriber!🙌💪
Thanks buddy 👍😁
Wow, what a tremendous amount of work. IT'S BEAUTIFUL!
Wow, absolutely amazing job. Not only is this the Sistine chapel of pergolas but it may just be the last man-made structure to survive the apocalypse. Men will be speaking about this pergola for centuries.
Well done I am very impressed I am in the planning stages of a pergola and have watched quite a few videos and yours is by far the best I will definitely be using this video as a reference cheers
beautiful job. im looking around youtube for ideas, tips to build my own.not sure why your videos dont have much more views. i thought i had a good idea on how to build my own , then i found yours, wow . i dont have all your tools, sander, planer router etc tho. but will definitely keep rewatching yours for great tips. id be so proud to build on like yours, so hope you are :)
Great job Suj! I really enjoyed the series. Thanks!
Thanks Daniel, appreciate the feedback 😁👍
Looks amazing, really well made and love the seat idea. 👍
Suj - I watched all three. I learned so much - thank you!
Such a complete planning and assembly! Love it!
Cheers, thanks buddy 😁👍
Dude must be an engineer! Nice work
Amazing craftsmanship . I am trying discover how to build pergola myself. Man you discourage me :)
Amazing. What a work of art! Temporarily garden structure? This thing might outlast the house!
Haha, thanks for the great comment 👍
That’s just a great looking job excellent attention to detail
Nice! Not sure if you've thought of this but a floating deck underneath as you step out under the pergola wud be nice and steps as you exit pergola into backyard. This could help hide concrete post supports. But overall great job, I'll be using a few of your techniques on my next build.
Suj Menon Nice! Ok so I'm tardy to the party... great job on the deck and hanging the LED lights!
Wow this is by far the best pergola I've seen yet. I want to build my own but have never worked with wood before. I appreciate the fact you gave your tool recommendations. I also like your sketch book with your calculations it seemed like. Hopefully mine will come out half way decent as yours. Great work sir
Just came across your channel. Great stuff. Please keep making vids.
Just beautiful. Great work, researching my own and this series has helped and inspired me a lot. Thank you for posting. Cheers 🍻from California!
That's a really impressive result, well planned, solid looking and matches the look of the house perfectly!👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 New subscriber!
Damian, Thanks so much for the feedback and the support! 😊
What a detailed video! I have to get more tools before I build mine! lol
Great attention to detail. One suggestion is to add a decorative wood or stone footer.
Wow super nice result mate - a lot of hard work - very well executed! I learned a lot here thanks Suj.
Camera work is one of the best for a diy video!
You did really excellent work !! It looks very nice !!!!!!
The coins are a really fun insert! Cheers and Happy New Year!
Great build videos thanks for sharing, nice thorough job you have done here. !!!
Wow! What a beautiful job you did!!
What an awesome job , Looks amazing
well done Suj
Such wonderful techniques. Thank you!
Thank you for the comment 😊
Well and truly Built to Last. Cracking job. Must have cost a few Bob Though..... Proper Job.
Beautiful work and great video. Thanks for sharing!
supremely talented.
Thanks again 😁
That was an awesome build the music was great to thanks for sharing
Great work Suj. It looks great!!👍
It came out looking great!!! They make some copper caps for your posts that would look good as well as protecting the flat end grain.
Nice build lots of good ideas here.
Excellent build very nice work. Personally I would have built wooden covers for around the feet of the posts tho.
Absolutely Brian, thats covered up by a deck. Here is the video on that build th-cam.com/video/sieqKYkhzgQ/w-d-xo.html
100% will make it look as professional as it could possibly look good job.
Congrats! Very nice one! Thanks for posting.
Hahahaha I love the intro... amazing job with the pergola👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Great job, i learned some tricks here, i like how you build the support to cut the post.
Amazing work, I love the color too. Thanks for sharing
Awesome! Very well built. Now all you have to do is figure out a way to keep people from tripping on the manhole cover. Are you going to raise the floor or install decking?
Piece of art, indeed!!!. My respect to you Sr. 👏🏽👏🏽
amazing finished results u know your stuff buddy keep up the great work
Awesome build man!!!
Beautiful job!
I like all the joint cutting you did, very detailed. Were the seat holes larger then the original post? I'll have to watch the seat coin video. Is there anything you would change (nothing that I see it looks great)? If you get bored let me know. You can design mine to pass some time! lol (bty nice star wars intro)
Very nice work brother.
What a great job! From the planning, to the fabrication, to the assembly! Are you an engineer by trade?
Suj Menon. Good robust build, clearly explained. Did you have to apply for any planning permission, or consult with the local authorities on building regulations to do this? I’d like to build some sort of lean to patio roofing, but am unsure if I’d need permission. Thanks for the video. P.S. like you, I live in the UK.
some nice tips darth menon!
You did an amazing job! I'm very impressed with your work, tha is for sharing
Beautifully done!!!
That is really pretty!
NICE JOB.....I'm been looking for a GOOD video to help me in my project, mine is going to be modeled after yours.... THX again!
Well impressed!!! You'd never get that quality of build getting a paid tradesman (because they don't care about you or your home, you do!!!) Brilliant work!
Thanks mate. Yes, it does make a world of differenece when we are building for ourselves 😁👍
You need to employ professional tradesmen not cowboys.