Pergolas

Thursday, 15 December 2011

Heart Throbbing Patio Designs For Your Outdoor Space

You might have got several things to enjoy about your house – a small garden, pool areas, back yard, and so on. But, probably you miss them when weather conditions are not favorable. Then why not to have patio outside your home? Patios can be the best feature of your home to enjoy your weekend alone or with family and friends. But, wait! Don’t get blown away with zeal to get what have seen in your neighbors’ house. You need to execute a better plan and get idea of patios and designs available in the market. So search for the one that meets all your requirements.

Both removable and permanent patios are available. Removable patios are best for people who do not want a permanent structure and manage in a limited budget. Canopies and umbrellas made of fabric, and retractable awnings are some of its examples. As far as permanent patios are concerned, you will get many options, for instance, arbors, gazebos and metal patios. Arbors are light wooden frames used mostly in gardens for climbing plants. These patios are the best looking shade where you can have your best time sitting and enjoying your novel or favorite magazine.


Gazebos are classic structures of golden era which looks like low roof line open house with supporting posts. These are bigger and stronger structure than arbors and are usually made of concrete material.  However, they are expensive to have. As a cheaper option you can opt for metal patios. Metal shades are long lasting and can be used again by recycling. With such a variety in patios, indeed you have endless choices.

Friday, 2 December 2011

What Colour Pergola Should You Choose?

Did you know that steel and aluminium pergolas are available in a wide variety of different styles and configurations, as well as a number of different colours? This allows you to design a pergola that blends in perfectly with your house and garden. You can choose the colour of both the sturdy steel or aluminium frame and the polycarbonate roofing.

For a classical, clean and stylish look, consider a creamy white pergola surrounded by luscious greenery. A bone coloured pergola frame with transparent roofing that lets the light stream through is a perfect setting for an al fresco dining area at any point of the day. Make your luxurious pergola complete with a professional grade barbecue and a comfortable dining setting.

A pale pergola also looks great with rich terracotta toned brick pavers or gleaming wooden decking underfoot. Alternatively, you can choose bluestone pavers for your outdoor flooring to provide a cool touch to your outdoor setting, or polished and painted concrete if you are keen on punches of bright colour.

The colour you choose for you pergola cover is very important as it determines the amount of light you will receive while relaxing outdoors. Because the polycarbonate sheeting used for pergola roofs blocks harmful UV rays completely, there is no need to choose a darker colour for sun protection alone. Choose a pale colour such as cream, beige, grey or pearl, to provide soft and pleasant light to your pergola.

Choose a pergola in a colour that complements your house, garden and lighting needs to create the perfect outdoors retreat, right in your own backyard.