To draw this elliptical pattern, I'm just gonna use a mechanical pencil. And the other one is the minor axis, which is 6-1/4 inches.

One is the major axis, which is 10-1/2 inches. I'm just gonna draw a reference line along the stick.Ġ2:27: I need to make three marks on here. I have a dimension of 6-1/4 for the minor axis and 10-1/2 inches for the major axis, and those are the two dimensions I need for laying out a pattern for drawing the ellipse.Īnd when someone asks me how do I draw an ellipse, I say, 'Well, with an ellipse stick.' Right? To make an ellipse stick, I just need a scrap of wood, preferably somewhat straight, and the length of the stick needs to be a bit greater than the sum of the major and the minor axes.

An ellipse has major and minor axes that give it the elongated shape, and the pattern we're making is for one-fourth of the ellipse which will form the cut on the joists for this pergola. I started out with the 2x12s in this large pattern, and I'll use the same process to create a slightly smaller ellipse of a different proportion for other 2x10 numbers on the pergola.Ġ1:21: The first thing we need for laying out an elliptical pattern is the major and minor axes of the ellipse, where a circle has one center point and one radius. Because I'm using a range of lumber sizes for the pergola, starting with 2x12s, going all the way down to 2x4s, I need to make a separate elliptical pattern for each so that the proportions look nice on the width of material. I want to show the process I use for laying out and creating this pattern and then using the pattern to produce consistent, accurate results. In this video, I want to show the process I use for creating smooth, consistent, accurate results considering the method uses basic shop tools. One of the design elements is an elliptical cut making the sweep in the bottom of these haunches that will hold other parts of the pergola. I'm in the shop today making parts for this backyard pergola. Adding these architectural products creates curb appeal and a unique look.Make a pattern using elliptical sticks, and then use a router with flush-cut bit to replicate onto the big stock Brackets and Corbels can be used structurally or for decoration.Ĭedar rafter tails are a wonderful focal point on your home exterior. Our cedar brackets and corbels can be made from a variety of dimensional lumber from 4×4, 4×6, 4×8, and 4×10 as well as other sizes and they can be made with a smooth or rough finish depending on your specific needs.Ĭorbels and Brackets are a piece of wood jutting out from a wall or other surface to carry the weight of another object. Trust Cedar Supply with your next big cedar bracket and corbel project. Since all of our cedar brackets are built-to-order and shipped out within a few days, you can easily request a quote for changes in dimensions of any of our product with a fast turn around time. We offer several patterns and can even custom make our products to meet blueprints and specifications. Cedar Supply carries cedar wood brackets, corbels, and rafter tails.

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