Step 1
Plan, design and purchase materials. Bunnings delivered the James Hardie cladding.
Remove rotted wood and sand siding of pergola.
Step 2
Measure and cut timber.
Batten out walls.
Tape up windows to spray paint frames.
Step 3
Affix wall insulation (not completely necessary but playing it safe).
Step 4
Affix James Hardie cladding.
The panelling was an effort to cut and secure but so worth it in the end.
Just a side note that each sheet weighs 39.7kg and I really struggled standing on a ladder to hold that weight, so my husband had to hold each sheet whilst I got the first nails in to hold it in place. Even at ground level, lifting and holding into place was a real effort so this is one stage I would look to get a couple mates around to help with next time.
Affix aluminium flashing.
Step 5
Paint.
Install D.I.Y. light. There was an old light fitting there but we replaced it with a D.I.Y. light and are very happy with the result and soft glow it casts at night.
Check garden plan layout.
Step 6
Remove bricks, prep soil and install edging.
Keep children entertained.
Step 7
Dig in plants, place pavers, stones and install reticulation.
Sit back and enjoy our Japanese inspired courtyard.
