How This A-Frame Trellis Was Made

Step 1: Planning

For this trellis, a 15’ long, 5’ high and 2.5’ wide A-Frame trellis was selected.

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Tools:

• Hex wrench / Allen Key

• Handheld tubing cutter

• Hammer

Materials:

• 6 x 10’ lengths of 3/4” EMT

• 8 x 3/4” EMT Tee Connectors

• 1 x 3/4” EMT Coupling

• 8 x Concrete Form Stakes

• 8 x Various Sized Screws

Step 2: Layout

Stakes were placed in the ground at the ends of trellis. A string line was tied between the stakes, creating a straight reference line.

Stakes were placed every 5’ along each of the string lines.

Step 3: Measure and Cut EMT

EMT was cut into 5’ lengths with a handheld tubing cutter.

Step 4: Slide EMT on Stakes

Screws were added into the stakes (see details and other options here).

5’ lengths of EMT were slid over the stakes.

EMT was leveled from the top with a hammer.

Step 5: Add the Horizontal EMTs and Fittings

The horizontal EMT lengths were added to the EMT legs with EMT Tee connectors. The connectors were placed loosely at first, then it was tightly secured with the hex tool once the trellis was leveled.

A 3/4” EMT coupling connected the two horizontal EMTs.

Step 6: Ready for Action!

Now is when the fun begins! It’s time to start daydreaming about climbing plants and adding accessories.

In Jan. 2026, This trellis was being used to grow seedlings in pots using SGT Irrigation Accessories.