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20' Japanese Style 100% Redwood Bridge

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 08:27:57 GMT

20' Japanese Style 100% Redwood Bridge
Buy Now: $3,335.00

20' Japanese Garden Bridges

The Japanese garden bridge is an integral part of a Japanese garden.

The use of garden bridges in Japanese style gardens is somewhat different to how they are conventionally used in the west. Whereas the main purpose of a garden bridge in the west is to allow one to cross over a narrow body of water, in a Japanese garden, the bridge may stretch over an actual stream.
The Japanese garden bridge gives a feeling of transition within the landscape.

So when you want a Japanese Garden Bridge to fit into your theme, here is the perfect bridge just for your Japanese Garden. With simplistic lines and low sides, allows for blend of tranquility between elements.

Whether or not you have a stream or pond to traverse with a bridge, adding one to your landscape instantly creates a whimsical and dreamy milieu. Japanese garden has long been used as an inspiration for gardeners from around the world for its minimalistic design philosophies and focus on individual elements. Because the water element plays such an important role in the Japanese garden aesthetic, then, it is only natural that bridges would be included as natural enhancements to that element.

100% Redwood Bridge Construction Specifications

Thickness of Redwood Planks: 2" x 6" x Width of bridge
4' - 6' long are 32" wide. 8' + in length are 36" wide
Thickness of Redwood Headers: 2" x 10" x Length of bridge
Hardware: Counter-Sunk Deck Screws (Galvinized or Stainless)
Grade of Redwood: Sapwood or Heartwood
Load rating of 500 lbs.
Guarantee: 100%

Note: Once your order is received, your redwood garden bridge will be hand built in about a week or less. It will be assembled, and then detail sanded. If you chose to have it sealed by us, it will be done next. Once this is complete, it will be numbered, lined and traced for easy assembly at your home. We then disassemble and carefully pack your bridge for shipping.

*(Note: It is always prudent to inspect any packages for consequential damage in transit. Once you have accepted delivery from any carrier, you become solely responsible for the contents.)

All orders are shipped F.O.B., Clovis, CA. Shipping charges will depend on the size of the bridge and your location. Bridges under 8 feet are shipped UPS 3-5 day ground. Over 8 foot are shipped motor freight

To calculate shipping costs: Add a product to the shopping cart. An orange colored "Calculate Shipping" tab will now show up on the right side of your screen in the blue area in the shopping cart section. Click on this "Calculate Shipping" and enter your zip code. Hit "Submit", and your shipping options & delivery times will now be displayed. If there is a choice, pick the option that best fits your needs. Customer/contactor is responsible for providing man-power/equipment to off-load rolls at delivery point. Orders to Canada may be slightly more. We will get an exact quote & contact you before processing order. Canadian customers responsible for duties & import taxes.

Installation instructions for bridge assembly

Start off with the 2 long beams (they are marked on the inside) and place them on the flat ground. Then get the planks (each one of them is numbered) and start from one end of the beams and match the number on the planks with the same number location that is on the beam, working your way to the other end. Look at the numbers and the lines that have been drawn to show you the correct location of all the parts. After you have all the planks screwed to the beams, start with the posts, which are numbered for correct locations. Also, bolt the posts on using a 9/16 wrench, looking at the trace lines for correct locations. Get the rails, looking at the correct numbers for correct locations. Screw the rails on the center post first -- you might need two people to do this, or better yet, a C clamp on one end, and then GENTLY pull down to where the trace lines are. Screw in place. That is all it takes to assemble one of our custom built redwood bridges. Remember, we have pre-assembled the bridge to make sure everything fits perfectly before we ship it to you and have you re-assemble it in your location.

OPTIONAL FACTORY SEALING

Because of the inherent nature of our 100% California Redwood to withstand the outdoor elements such as decay and rot, your Redwood Bridge really does not need to be finished. Many folks prefer to allow their Redwood Bridge to "age naturally" outdoors without any finish at all. Over time the color will weather to a handsome silver-gray highlighted by darker streaks, and the grain of the wood will become slightly raised.

Other folks like the rich look & luster of a clear sealer that brings out the richness of the 100% redwood. If you go this route you may find a wood sealer to be useful by blocking the pores of the wood. This inhibits the grain from becoming raised yet allowing the natural fading to a gentle silvery-gray color We offer an optional factory sealing of 2 coats of Thompson's Water Sealwhich is a waterproofer plus a clear wood protector.

The cost is $14.00 per ft length for our standard bridges and pro-rated for larger custom width bridges. (See photo's below). On the left is how your bridge will look when you receive it unsealed. On the right, is the same bridge sealed. Both bridges are shown with the optionalSolar Post Caps (available below in "Related Items")

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16' Japanese Style 100% Redwood Bridge

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 08:27:57 GMT

16' Japanese Style 100% Redwood Bridge
Buy Now: $2,693.00

16' Japanese Garden Bridges

The Japanese garden bridge is an integral part of a Japanese garden.

100% Redwood Bridge Construction Specifications

Thickness of Redwood Planks: 2" x 6" x Width of bridge
4' - 6' long are 32" wide. 8' + in length are 36" wide
Thickness of Redwood Headers: 2" x 10" x Length of bridge
Hardware: Counter-Sunk Deck Screws (Galvinized or Stainless)
Grade of Redwood: Sapwood or Heartwood
Load rating of 500 lbs.
Guarantee: 100%

*(Note: It is always prudent to inspect any packages for consequential damage in transit. Once you have accepted delivery from any carrier, you become solely responsible for the contents.)

Installation instructions for bridge assembly

OPTIONAL FACTORY SEALING

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18' Japanese Style 100% Redwood Bridge

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 08:27:57 GMT

18' Japanese Style 100% Redwood Bridge
Buy Now: $3,015.00

18' Japanese Garden Bridges

The Japanese garden bridge is an integral part of a Japanese garden.

100% Redwood Bridge Construction Specifications

Thickness of Redwood Planks: 2" x 6" x Width of bridge
4' - 6' long are 32" wide. 8' + in length are 36" wide
Thickness of Redwood Headers: 2" x 10" x Length of bridge
Hardware: Counter-Sunk Deck Screws (Galvinized or Stainless)
Grade of Redwood: Sapwood or Heartwood
Load rating of 500 lbs.
Guarantee: 100%

*(Note: It is always prudent to inspect any packages for consequential damage in transit. Once you have accepted delivery from any carrier, you become solely responsible for the contents.)

Installation instructions for bridge assembly

OPTIONAL FACTORY SEALING

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14' Japanese Style 100% Redwood Bridge

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 08:27:57 GMT

14' Japanese Style 100% Redwood Bridge
Buy Now: $2,180.00

14' Japanese Garden Bridges

The Japanese garden bridge is an integral part of a Japanese garden.

100% Redwood Bridge Construction Specifications

Thickness of Redwood Planks: 2" x 6" x Width of bridge
4' - 6' long are 32" wide. 8' + in length are 36" wide
Thickness of Redwood Headers: 2" x 10" x Length of bridge
Hardware: Counter-Sunk Deck Screws (Galvinized or Stainless)
Grade of Redwood: Sapwood or Heartwood
Load rating of 500 lbs.
Guarantee: 100%

*(Note: It is always prudent to inspect any packages for consequential damage in transit. Once you have accepted delivery from any carrier, you become solely responsible for the contents.)

Installation instructions for bridge assembly

OPTIONAL FACTORY SEALING

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4'-14' Double Curved Rail - Handmade Natural 100% Redwood Bridges For Gardens, Paths, & Ponds

Thu, 16 May 2019 16:31:49 GMT

4'-14' Double Curved Rail - Handmade Natural 100% Redwood Bridges For Gardens, Paths, & Ponds
Buy Now: $704.00

Double Curved Rail Bridges

These finely detailed bridges will complement your pond, creek, stream or yard.
Comes Standard with Double Curved Rails on each side.
Also available in Single or Triple Curved Rails for additional cost.
Hand-built with hand selected 100% Redwood only.
Galvanized hardware
The rails are about 25" above the walking surface and can be modified at time of initial construction higher or lower as needed
Deck screws are (Deck Mate) and have a Lifetime Guarantee againstRust and corrosion for life of the bridge!
Supports up to 750 lbs (Additional joists can be added to boost capacity if requested for an additional cost)
Pre–assembled pre-drilled and sanded.
Assembly is quick and easy and can be done in as little as 60 minutes.
The only tools needed to assemble your bridge are a crescent wrench and a power screw driver.
What makes the curved rail different from other "curved rail" bridges is that instead of bending the wood to match the bridge curve, each rail is cut from a larger piece of Redwood in the exact curve to match the bridge' curve. No more splitting lumber and poped bolts as the bridge ages.

Built in different lengths to last for many years to come!

4' Span: 30" wide with 26" high, (6) 4"x 4" Posts
6' Span: 32" wide with 26" high, (6) 4" x 4" Posts
8' Span: 36" wide with 36" high, (6) 4" x 4" Posts
10' Span: 36" wide with 36" high, (6) 4" x 4" Posts
12' Span: 36" wide with 36" high, (6) 4" x 4" Posts
14' Span: 36" wide with 36" high, (6) 4" x 4" Posts
Over 14', please call us @ 203-287-0636 for construction details & pricing

100% Redwood Bridge Construction Specifications

Thickness of Redwood Planks: 2" x 6" x Width of bridge
Thickness of Redwood Headers: 2" x 10" x Length of bridge
Thickness of Spindles: 1.5" x 1.5" x Desired height
Thickness of Finals: 4" Balls Unless ordering Solar Post Cap Lights
Hardware: Counter-Sunk Deck Screws (Galvinized or Stainless)
Grade of Redwood: Sapwood or Heartwood
Guarantee: 100%

Note: Once your order is received, your redwood garden bridge will be hand built in about a week or less. It will be assembled, and then detail sanded. If you chose to have it sealed by us, it will be done next. Once this is complete, it will be numbered, lined and traced for easy assembly at your home. We then disassemble and carefully pack your bridge for shipping.

*(Note: It is always prudent to inspect any packages for consequential damage in transit. Once you have accepted delivery from any carrier, you become solely responsible for the contents.)

To calculate shipping costs: Add a product to the shopping cart. An orange colored "Calculate Shipping" tab will now show up on the right side of your screen in the blue area in the shopping cart section. Click on this "Calculate Shipping" and enter your zip code. Hit "Submit", and your shipping options & delivery times will now be displayed. If there is a choice, pick the option that best fits your needs. Customer/contactor is responsible for providing man-power/equipment to off-load rolls at delivery point. Orders to Canada may be slightly more. We will get an exact quote & contact you before processing order. Canadian customers responsible for duties & import taxes.

Installation instructions for bridge assembly

Start off with the 2 long beams (they are marked on the inside) and place them on the flat ground. Then get the planks (each one of them is numbered) and start from one end of the beams and match the number on the planks with the same number location that is on the beam, working your way to the other end. Look at the numbers and the lines that have been drawn to show you the correct location of all the parts. After you have all the planks screwed to the beams, start with the posts, which are numbered for correct locations. Also, bolt the posts on using a 9/16 wrench, looking at the trace lines for correct locations. Get the rails, looking at the correct numbers for correct locations. Screw the rails on the center post first -- you might need two people to do this, or better yet, a C clamp on one end, and then GENTLY pull down to where the trace lines are. Screw in place. That is all it takes to assemble one of our custom built redwood bridges. Remember, we have pre-assembled the bridge to make sure everything fits perfectly before we ship it to you and have you re-assemble it in your location.

OPTIONAL FACTORY SEALING

Because of the inherent nature of our 100% California Redwood to withstand the outdoor elements such as decay and rot, your Redwood Bridge really does not need to be finished. Many folks prefer to allow their Redwood Bridge to "age naturally" outdoors without any finish at all. Over time the color will weather to a handsome silver-gray highlighted by darker streaks, and the grain of the wood will become slightly raised.

Other folks like the rich look & luster of a clear sealer that brings out the richness of the 100% redwood. If you go this route you may find a wood sealer to be useful by blocking the pores of the wood. This inhibits the grain from becoming raised yet allowing the natural fading to a gentle silvery-gray color We offer an optional factory sealing of (2) coats of Thompson's Water Seal which is a waterproofer plus a clear wood protector.

On the left is how your bridge will look when you receive it unsealed. On the right, is the same bridge sealed. Both bridges are shown with the optional Solar Post Caps

Characteristics of Redwood

Characteristics of RedwoodQuality landscape architecture requires building materials that are beautiful and long-lasting. Materials need to withstand environmental elements yet retain their symmetry and aesthetic purpose. Redwood has a well-known reputation for meeting these requirements. Equally important, there are cost-effective redwood grades to specify for every project, whether it is a public plaza or a residential garden. Performance is more than durability. Redwood has qualities not found in other woods--even woods treated with chemicals. Redwood performance characteristics include resistance to shrinking, warping and checking in addition to durability. This means redwood projects age beautifully. Decks, fences and shelters made with redwood simply look better ten, fifteen and twenty years after construction.

Dimensional Stability

Dimensional Stability According to reports from the Forest Products Laboratory of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, redwood has less volumetric and tangential shrinkage than other common domestic softwoods. In exterior use, this means redwood stays flat and straight with minimal warping, cupping or checking.

Resistance to Decay and Insects

Resistance to Decay and Insects Redwood heartwood has grown-in resistance to decay and insects that is present throughout the lumber, not just on the surface. The wood exposed through sawing, boring or nailing is as decay-resistant as the surface. Finish Retention Redwood has an open-celled structure and contains little or no pitch or resins. This enables redwood to absorb and retain all types of finishes extremely well.

Redwood Provides Complete Performance

Redwood Provides Complete Performance Treating lumber with chemicals increases its decay resistance but doesn't improve other characteristics of the species. In many applications, other aspects of wood performance take precedence. For example, wood off the ground but exposed to harsh sunlight needs resistance to checking and warping. Beauty is usually the primary concern in highly visible applications such as decking surfaces, fences and overhead shelters. In most situations the wood's workability, finish retention or the absence of pitch and resins is important.

More Details if needed copy and paste link

http://www.calredwood.org/pdf/Grades+Uses.pdf

How to restore faded redwood

Redwood left unfinished or exposed to harsh elements over time may fade. Some homeowners prefer the distinct driftwood-gray that aging redwood can develop, while other may wish to restore the wood's warm red tones.
Most fading or discoloration due to sunlight or moisture can be easily remedied and the redwood restored to its original beauty. To remove extractive stains and restore a new appearance to weathered wood, follow these steps:

Scrub wood with a bristle brush and a solution of one cup trisodium phosphate (TSP) and one cup of household bleach to a gallon of water. Gentle cleaners like Simple Green or laundry detergent can also be used. Allow to dry.
Apply a solution of 4 ounces oxalic acid crystals dissolved in one gallon of warm water. Oxalic acid may also be available in liquid solutions.
When wood dries, rinse thoroughly with water.

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12' Japanese Style 100% Redwood Bridge

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 11:57:00 GMT

12' Japanese Style 100% Redwood Bridge
Buy Now: $1,923.00

12' Japanese Garden Bridges

The Japanese garden bridge is an integral part of a Japanese garden.

100% Redwood Bridge Construction Specifications

Thickness of Redwood Planks: 2" x 6" x Width of bridge
4' - 6' long are 32" wide. 8' + in length are 36" wide
Thickness of Redwood Headers: 2" x 10" x Length of bridge
Hardware: Counter-Sunk Deck Screws (Galvinized or Stainless)
Grade of Redwood: Sapwood or Heartwood
Load rating of 500 lbs.
Guarantee: 100%

*(Note: It is always prudent to inspect any packages for consequential damage in transit. Once you have accepted delivery from any carrier, you become solely responsible for the contents.)

Installation instructions for bridge assembly

OPTIONAL FACTORY SEALING

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10' Japanese Style 100% Redwood Bridge

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 11:55:00 GMT

10' Japanese Style 100% Redwood Bridge
Buy Now: $1,633.00

10' Japanese Garden Bridges

The Japanese garden bridge is an integral part of a Japanese garden.

100% Redwood Bridge Construction Specifications

Thickness of Redwood Planks: 2" x 6" x Width of bridge
Thickness of Redwood Headers: 2" x 10" x Length of bridge
Thickness of Spindles: (Not used in this bridge)
Thickness of Finals: (Not used in this bridge)
Hardware: Counter-Sunk Deck Screws (Galvinized or Stainless)
Grade of Redwood: Sapwood or Heartwood
Guarantee: 100%

*(Note: It is always prudent to inspect any packages for consequential damage in transit. Once you have accepted delivery from any carrier, you become solely responsible for the contents.)

Installation instructions for bridge assembly

OPTIONAL FACTORY SEALING

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8' Japanese Style 100% Redwood Bridge

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 11:52:00 GMT

8' Japanese Style 100% Redwood Bridge
Buy Now: $1,249.00

8' Japanese Garden Bridges

The Japanese garden bridge is an integral part of a Japanese garden.

100% Redwood Bridge Construction Specifications

Thickness of Redwood Planks: 2" x 6" x Width of bridge
Thickness of Redwood Headers: 2" x 10" x Length of bridge
Thickness of Spindles: (Not used in this bridge)
Thickness of Finals: (Not used in this bridge)
Hardware: Counter-Sunk Deck Screws (Galvinized or Stainless)
Grade of Redwood: Sapwood or Heartwood
The deck is 36" Wide and the total length is 96"
Guarantee: 100%

*(Note: It is always prudent to inspect any packages for consequential damage in transit. Once you have accepted delivery from any carrier, you become solely responsible for the contents.)

Installation instructions for bridge assembly

OPTIONAL FACTORY SEALING

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6' Japanese Style 100% Redwood Bridge

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 11:50:00 GMT

6' Japanese Style 100% Redwood Bridge
Buy Now: $960.00

6' Japanese Garden Bridges

The Japanese garden bridge is an integral part of a Japanese garden.

100% Redwood Bridge Construction Specifications

Thickness of Redwood Planks: 2" x 6" x Width of bridge
Thickness of Redwood Headers: 2" x 10" x Length of bridge
Thickness of Spindles: (Not used in this bridge)
Thickness of Finals: (Not used in this bridge)
Hardware: Counter-Sunk Deck Screws (Galvinized or Stainless)
Grade of Redwood: Sapwood or Heartwood
Guarantee: 100%

*(Note: It is always prudent to inspect any packages for consequential damage in transit. Once you have accepted delivery from any carrier, you become solely responsible for the contents.)

Installation instructions for bridge assembly

OPTIONAL FACTORY SEALING

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5' Japanese Style 100% Redwood Bridge

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 11:47:00 GMT

5' Japanese Style 100% Redwood Bridge
Buy Now: $832.00

5' Japanese Garden Bridges

The Japanese garden bridge is an integral part of a Japanese garden.

100% Redwood Bridge Construction Specifications

Thickness of Redwood Planks: 2" x 6" x Width of bridge
Thickness of Redwood Headers: 2" x 10" x Length of bridge
Thickness of Spindles: (Not used in this bridge)
Thickness of Finals: (Not used in this bridge)
Hardware: Counter-Sunk Deck Screws (Galvinized or Stainless)
Grade of Redwood: Sapwood or Heartwood
Guarantee: 100%

*(Note: It is always prudent to inspect any packages for consequential damage in transit. Once you have accepted delivery from any carrier, you become solely responsible for the contents.)

Installation instructions for bridge assembly

OPTIONAL FACTORY SEALING

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