OK how about- Has anyone built a hut/bar using 6 inch diameter pine poles for roof supports? - General Tiki

AJ Aloha John Member San Bernardino, CA Joined: Oct 25, 2005 Posts: 143	AJ Aloha John Posted posted on Tue, Jun 26, 2007 1:39 PM If so got pics? What are you guys opinions on these for backyard structures? From a structural, durability, and aesthetic perspective...? I am building an outdoor bar and an A frame over my spa. I can't decide between the round poles vs 4x4 posts, redwood I assume. The poles are WAAAYYY more expensive, but look cool since they are round, like bamboo, duh :wink:. But I could "carve" the 4x4s with a router at a later date if I develop the skills. If they are both treated with varnish will they last the same? Does anyone have pics of 4x4 posts "dressed up" with simple carvings or wrapped with rope, etc?? Any input will be greatly appreciated... -John [ Edited by: Aloha John 2007-06-27 14:41 ]

If so got pics?

What are you guys opinions on these for backyard structures? From a structural, durability, and aesthetic perspective...?

I am building an outdoor bar and an A frame over my spa. I can't decide between the round poles vs 4x4 posts, redwood I assume. The poles are WAAAYYY more expensive, but look cool since they are round, like bamboo, duh :wink:. But I could "carve" the 4x4s with a router at a later date if I develop the skills. If they are both treated with varnish will they last the same?

Does anyone have pics of 4x4 posts "dressed up" with simple carvings or wrapped with rope, etc??

Any input will be greatly appreciated...

-John

[ Edited by: Aloha John 2007-06-27 14:41 ]

Post #315087 by Aloha John on Tue, Jun 26, 2007 1:39 PM