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Freestanding canopy 3x5 m - DIY Plan
Build a freestanding canopy 3×5 m (15 m²) and create a protected outdoor room for an outdoor kitchen, dining area, or rain shelter next to the house. The stable laminated timber frame gives a solid impression, and the roof is designed for good drainage as well as protection against rain and sun. You will receive a complete drawing with a shopping list, cutting instructions, and clear step-by-step instructions for a project of about 3–4 days.
29.9 GBPDigital building plan
Product number: 50124
- Estimated time
- 3-4 d
- Material
- Sheet metal, Wood
- Units
- Metric millimeter (mm)
- Level
- Hard, Medium
Description
DIY Plan for building a freestanding canopy 3×5 m. This is a stable and spacious construction of 15 m² that creates a protected outdoor room in the garden, perfect over an outdoor kitchen, a dining area, or as rain protection next to the house. The shape is straight and modern with clear lines and a roof that provides good drainage and protection against both rain and sun.
The construction is based on a load-bearing frame made of laminated wood that provides high strength and a solid impression, and the roof is designed to withstand common weather loads in many climates. Keep in mind to always check local building regulations, recommendations, and any requirements for building permits, fastenings, and sizing based on wind, snow, and other conditions where you live. The roofing material is mounted on cross beams, and you can choose a light-transmitting plastic that lets in daylight or a light-blocking metal roof for more shade. When installing roofing and drainage, follow the respective manufacturer’s instructions.
This DIY Plan project is suitable for those who want to create a clear space in the garden where furniture and equipment are protected during the season. The difficulty level is medium to hard, and the construction time is estimated at about 3–4 days depending on experience and work tasks.
In this DIY Plan, you will receive a complete drawing in PDF as a digital file to download directly. It includes a complete shopping list, cutting and sawing instructions with drawings, as well as step-by-step assembly instructions that guide you through the entire project in a structured way.
Dimensions

Digital delivery
This is a digital guide. The guide is delivered as a PDF that can be downloaded immediately after purchase or through the order email sent to the specified email address.
The guide contains the information needed to build the product illustrated on this page.
Table of contents of the guide:
- Introduction
- Tools
- Sawing
- Mounting
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How the guide works
Step 1
Get building materials
Bring the shopping list to your hardware store. In many places, you can borrow a trailer for free when you buy the material.
The shopping list includes:
- Lumber dimensions and lengths
- Fixing material
- Accessories (varies depending on project).
Step 2
Cut the parts
All parts are clearly drawn and marked with a letter.
This makes it easy to cut all the parts needed for the build.
Step 3
Assembly
Once the parts are cut, it's time for assembly.
The guide shows step-by-step how to assemble the parts through illustrations and concise information on each step.
Experience the magic when everything fits together perfectly.
Done
Building materials & tools
Below is a list of materials and suggestions for building tools. A complete shopping list with quantities and sawing instructions is available when you buy the DIY guide.
Building materials
Nail42x225 mm
Wood90x90 mm
Wood45x70 mm
Wood45x45 mm
Wood22x145 mm
Screw5x120 mm
Screw5x80 mm
Screw4x55 mm
BoltM10x120 mm
Wood glue-
Mounting block-
Tools
Miter and Crosscut Saw
Circular saw
Screwdriver
Socket wrench
Spirit level
Shears
Measuring Tools
Shovel
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