At 16 by 18 feet, this pavilion is built for the person who ends up throwing the party every year. 288 square feet gives you room for a full dining setup, a lounge area, and enough open floor for people to actually move around without bumping elbows.
This is the size that lets you host without borrowing tables and chairs from the neighbors. Birthday parties, graduation cookouts, the whole extended family for Thanksgiving, this pavilion is sized to handle it.
What’s Included
- 10×10 Post and Beams
- 6×6 Knee Braces
- 6×6 Rafters & 2×8 Ridge Beams
- 6×6 Truss Preassembled (Top & Bottom Chord and Webbing)
- 2×8 Pine T&G Decking with synthetic underlayment
- Heavy Duty structural plates and post base
- Standard 29ga Metal Roof or Architectural Shingles
- Includes all fasteners needed (does not include framing nails)
Stamped engineered drawings available.
Choose Your Wood
Each species changes the look, the price, and the long term maintenance a little differently. Picking the right one comes down to your climate, your budget, and how much upkeep you actually want to sign up for.
The workhorse choice and where most homeowners land. The most affordable option, and it holds up well once treated for outdoor exposure.
Read the pine guide → CedarThe classic reddish brown timber look people picture when they think backyard pavilion. Naturally resists rot without much extra protection.
Read the cedar guide → CypressThe pick for humid climates. A golden honey tone with strong natural resistance to moisture and decay.
Read the cypress guide →Some pavilions are built for quiet evenings. This one is built for a full guest list. Heavy timber joinery, a real roofline, and enough room underneath it that hosting stops being a logistics problem.
Ready to see what it looks like with your wood choice, your roofing, and your site?
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