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I just built one using a hardware kit and my own lumber. Just my two cents, if you want to build it quick and hassle-free, stick to the plans. It will list all the wood you need to buy, and also show all the cuts you need to make. Once you start switching lumber sizes to save a couple bucks, it'll cost you more time when making the cuts because you can't just follow the cut sheet anymore. You'll have to modify the dimensions on the cut sheet to make it match your new lumber sizes.
I built one a couple weeks ago. My main structure is 5'x5'. I used true 4"x4"lumber instead of typical the 4x4 that's actually 3.5"x3.5". I got the job done but the change in post size affected the sizes of many of the other cuts, so I had to be careful when following the cut sheet. Overall, the structure is very heavy and sturdy.
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