Outdoor Living Space Ideas

Prepare Pergola Kits

How to Install a Pergola and Avoid Installation Mistakes

Pergolas are one of the most popular design elements today, with many seeking tips on installation. Avoid mistakes and frustration by getting the answers you need. Sometimes the place to start is to learn the definition of a pergola: an outdoor garden structure with columns and cross beams forming an open roof that can be covered or left open. Although they often don't provide maximum shade on their own, you can choose our Big Kahuna pergola kits that are designed with top slats that provide shade; or you can add a roof element to find the shade you're looking for. Our designs offer different shade options, and you can even add pergola covers and shade sails to create your desired oasis. But what are the mistakes to avoid, and where...

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Pergola Lighting Attached to Fedora Pergola

Illuminate Your Pergola: 6 Ways to Incorporate Lighting into Your Outdoor Space

The sky’s the limit when it comes to outdoor pergola lighting. Small, medium, or large pergolas could all benefit from some type of lighting. One of the easiest ways to add an extra touch of style to your pergola is with pergola lighting. Whether you opt for adding lights on pergola posts and rafters, installing a pergola chandelier, or enlisting a contractor to add perimeter lights, you’ll certainly enhance the ambiance of your outdoor space! A great place to begin is defining how much time and effort you’d like to put into your pergola lights. Are you looking for an easy DIY lighting solution or are you considering more elaborate pergola lighting ideas? DIY Pergola Lighting Whether it’s the holiday season or outdoor picnic weather, there are plenty of ways to light...

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Pergola Designs Shade

Pergola Designs for Shade

There are few moments more relaxing than sitting on your outdoor patio on a warm summer day sharing stories with your loved ones. The grass is green, the flowers are in bloom, and life is beautiful. Backyard covered pergolas offering some relief from the sun are the perfect complement to these happy afternoons. Pergolas are how we sit outside comfortably in the height of the sun's busy day. So what are the best pergola shade designs to keep the sun from burning up the nicest moments of summer? Best Pergola Shade Solutions A lot of consideration goes into adding a pergola to your patio or yard. As the main focus of your overall landscape design, both the look and function of your pergola will alter the way you feel about your yard...

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Military Makeover renovation

Pergola Depot Contributes to Navy Veteran’s Family Home Remodel

Pergola Depot recently contributed to U.S. Navy veteran's family home remodel by lending a hand with a “Military Makeover”, a TV show hosted by Montel Williams that provides free home remodels to deserving veterans and their families. The company was involved in renovating U.S. Navy veteran Chris Hixon’s family’s home. Follow along with the renovation updates on MilitaryMakeover.tv during the 10-episode series which premiered on the Lifetime network on Friday, February 14 at 0730 EST/PST. Hixon, a 27-year veteran who served in the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm and Desert Shield, lost his life early in February 2018 while defending the lives of students in the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting in Parkland, Florida. He was the athletic director and wrestling coach at MSDHS. He received military funeral honors before he was...

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Pool Pergola for Shade – Sombrero 14x14

Poolside Pergola Ideas to Beautify Your Pool Deck & Backyard

When you think of a backyard swimming pool pergola, what comes to mind for the perfect design? The most common answer is shade, classic design, and a structure that blends with natural surroundings. Maybe you're looking for a pavilion style patio cover that provides ultimate shade? A roof that lets a breeze float through but shield you from the UV rays? Either one will work for many types of backyard designs. Two important factors to consider when deciding amount of coverage, is what you’ll be using it for and how much space you have on your pool deck. Wood pergola kits are a way to achieve your objective so you're ready for outdoor gatherings quickly. Compare them with other options and choose the best fit for your space and budget. Comparison...

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Patio Pergola Plans for Outdoor Living Spaces

Pergola Plans for Your Outdoor Living Space

Looking for a simple way to make your pergola plans a reality without wading through dimensions and materials to purchase? Accomplish your backyard pergola dreams without getting lost in complicated drawings or wondering if you'll be able to find the right materials. Pre-cut and pre-drilled kits offer the best of both worlds! You can feel a sense of accomplishment that you get with a DIY project without the cutting & drilling! If your goal was to build your own pergola following wood pergola plans, you'll still have plenty of planning and assembling to do with a kit. We'll lay out some options and choices here, and you might just find that your outdoor living space plans can more quickly become a reality! Step 1, as you review your patio pergola plans,...

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Cedar Garden Pergola – Big Kahuna

Pergola vs Gazebo

There are many options when choosing an outdoor shade structure that also adds beauty to your backyard design. Two of the best choices for offering shade include pergolas and gazebos. Which is best for your space? Pergolas and gazebos both serve similar functions on a patio or in a backyard space. When you compare a pergola vs gazebo, you’ll see 3 main contrasts. The biggest difference is in the shape and overall appearance. Other variations for these popular outdoor structures are price and use. Choose which structure is right for your backyard, garden, or community space based on your style preference, budget, and available space. Top Variations in a Pergola vs Gazebo Pergolas are outdoor shade structures offered in a wide range of sizes that consist of vertical posts that support an overhead...

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Big Kahuna 15x11 Attached Pergola Patio Cover

Several Special Attached Pergola Ideas, Designs & Kits

Longing for a spot you can relax outside and spend time with friends and family? Attach a pergola to your house and you’ll have an instant outdoor room you can use 24x7. Think about how much more you’ll use your patio if it’s covered than left exposed to the elements. Let’s face it, most of us don’t spend enough time in the good ‘ole outdoors and the reason might be accessibility to a comfy spot. Attached pergola kits are actually one of those quick fixes to make the most out of the space you have and get that much-needed breath of fresh air right out your back door! A common misconception about building an outdoor room with a pergola is that you have to have a large space. Truth is, it...

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Modern Pergola Kits

Outdoor living designs often show off one specific feature of your backyard. If you’d like the main event in your design to be a pergola, we’ve got a few ideas to help you make yours a reality. First, think about how you envision the end result to be. Do you want to completely cover a dining area and have lots of space to spare? Or are you creating a semi-open roof for a patio in a metropolitan setting? Maybe you’re building an outdoor room that could be a kitchen area, or sitting area with outdoor fireplace. Maybe you're looking to build that spot for quiet reflection after a long day of work. No matter what your vision is, many common designs today offer a modern flair that often centers around a...

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Freestanding Custom 11x15 Pergola with outdoor bar – Big Kahuna

Outdoor Pergola Kitchen Ideas

Attention foodies that love fresh air! Quality bonding with friends and family is oftentimes centered around food. Something that makes those experiences even better is cooking outside. Have you decided that it’s time to create that outdoor kitchen pergola you’ve been designing in your mind? One way to begin making your outdoor kitchen dream a reality is to make a checklist. This article provides direction with FAQ and outdoor pergola kitchen ideas to help you get started. What are some of the top features of an outdoor kitchen? Do you envision a large dining table for friends and family to gather for special times? Or do you prefer a cozy intimate setting with a quality grill or cooking station? Whether you go big or small, one thing’s for sure – a...

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