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10 Spring Home Maintenance Tips

It's fun to flip through the home & garden fliers that show up in our mailbox this time of year, dream about the possibilities for home improvements, and make plans for the upcoming outdoor season. As I was leafing through a few recent mailers, I noticed that most of them have a handy checklist for spring home maintenance. Obviously, the one you get in your mailbox will have the best list suited to your climate. But I pulled out a top 10 list that applies to nearly every state that we ship our pergola kits to. Inspect your A/C unit. If you have central air, give the system a check and make sure it's in working order before the outside temps start rising. Or call a qualified technician and...

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Pergola Depot Awarded Best of Houzz 2018

We're pleased to announce that Pergola Depot has been awarded "Best Of Customer Service" on Houzz®, the leading platform for home remodeling and design. This is Pergola Depot's fourth Best Of Houzz award, following on from our 2015, 2016, and 2017 awards for Customer Service. We love our customers and very much appreciate all of the pergola kit customer reviews we've received, and being recognized for the attention to quality that is so important to our team at Pergola Depot. Pergola Depot Best of Houzz Award 2018 Thank you to our customers for making this achievement possible for us! The Best Of Houzz is awarded annually in three categories: Design, Customer Service and Photography. Customer Service honors are based on several factors, including the number and quality of client reviews a professional received in...

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Winter Staycation Ideas

When you think of a winter outdoor retreat or winter staycation ideas, what comes to mind? A great way to take a break from the last minute holiday shopping and excitement if you can't venture too far from home is to find a nearby trail or park, take a neighborhood stroll or bike ride, or relax and enjoy the backyard retreat you spent all that time creating this summer. If you're planning to take a First Day Hike when 2018 arrives, maybe you can do a preview hike of the location you've scoped out for January 1. For a coast-to-coast listing, Stateparks.org is a good resource showing parks from Maine to California who are hosting guided hikes on New Year's Day, or you can search your state's department of...

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Festive Backyard Christmas Party Ideas & Holiday Decoration Tips

While you may be dreaming of a white Christmas, if you live in a spot on the map where real snowflakes won't be a reality, at least you can have a backyard holiday party to share the highlights of the year without getting frostbite! Or if you do live where the forecast calls for chilly temps and you don't mind the cold, make a plan to have your party outdoors and stock up on firewood. Just be sure to have your guests dress warm, and plan to huddle around the fireplace, or invest in some outdoor heaters to keep everyone cozy underneath your outside pergola. If you're in a warmer climate, this is the perfect time to put your new open air space to use. Lawn games and...

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Outdoor Pergola & Patio Decorations for Your Home

Looking for some simple outdoor patio decorations for the upcoming holidays? Make a fresh wreath, dust off that old toboggan and skates, and invest in some string lights for your pergola! Use what you have or find something new this year, but keep in mind that decorations can be flashy - or subtle. If you spend as much time outdoors as you do inside, make your space a warm and welcoming place to be. Design techniques can be very elaborate, or as simple as spending an afternoon out on the back deck or covered patio. Quick Install Outdoor Patio Decor If you’re limited on time for decorating this year, here are a few outdoor patio décor ideas you can install in a snap! Lean that antique sled you have tucked away in...

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Most Inviting Colors for Front Door and Patio Decorations

One surefire (and easy!) way to liven up your entryway is to welcome visitors with a new splash of color on your front door! If you're getting ready to change your seasonal wreath, now might be the perfect time to pick your paint. Then you can finalize your theme for your patio decorations. Inviting Colors for Seasonal Patio Decorations Borrowing some great visuals on paint jobs for your front porch from DIY Network's 28 inviting colors to paint a front door pictures, you're sure to find a color scheme that you can tie in with your favorite wreath for the season, as well as any time during the year. Pick colors that you like for your climate, and that'll work during winter, spring, summer, or fall if you don't want to...

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Easy and Elegant Thanksgiving Decor Ideas

Thanksgiving decor ideas might be the last thing on your list. But if you've already made that last trip to the grocery store for the feast, you may be working on finishing touches. Try some of these easy and elegant decorating tips from Good Housekeeping or create your own design! Ranging from simple to elaborate, many of these materials you could probably find around the house for those last minute details. If not, think outside the box and incorporate the existing colors and features of your dining area in to your own custom creation. Designs could be harvest-inspired, rustic, or bright and tropical. Decor Ideas for Thanksgiving Celebrations Another article that may provide ideas or inspiration for your Thanksgiving table is from HGTV. Centerpieces can be anything from fresh fruit, to...

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How to Use Your Outdoor Kitchen for Easy Fall Entertaining

Outdoor kitchen cooking areas create a space for easy fall entertaining in one of your favorite spaces, your outdoor kitchen! Whether you're gathering for a football game or relaxing under a starlit night, your open-air kitchen will be the favorite gathering spot this fall! An outdoor dining room and cooking area can be created as simple as moving your grill out under your pergola. Take it up a notch and create a countertop with built-ins for cooking, refrigeration, or dining. Top Outdoor Kitchen Features for Entertaining During the Fall Top outdoor kitchen features are seating along a built-in bar and outdoor prep stations. You can prepare your favorite seasonal recipes during any season if you have a covered area. Incorporate this cooking area into your pool deck to expand the list of...

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Patio Design Ideas for Fall Patio Season

Looking for inspiration to create the patio you’ve been dreaming of to enjoy throughout the fall and winter? If you want to create an outdoor space to enjoy more time outdoors during those cool evenings around the corner, there’s a range of ideas you can choose from. Maybe you already have some components in place and are in the home stretch, or perhaps you’re at square one. Either way, check out these fall patio ideas for go-to guidance and pull together a gorgeous and relaxing fall retreat! Fall Patio Design Ideas When planning out your patio ideas for fall, first consider your location and climate. Since autumn in Ohio looks much different than fall in Florida, your fall patio design could look very different! A fireplace feature or hot tub near your...

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Best Outdoor Living Structures

Outdoor living structures range from small to elaborate. You can create a special area to relax under the stars by adding a wood pergola kit to your paver patio. These outdoor living structures can be found in all sizes and price ranges. Wood pergola structures can create a separate outdoor room. Extend the reach of your home by simply adding on to the space you already have. With our pergola kits, you can convert any unused space into your outdoor retreat in a weekend! Easy to Assemble Outdoor Living Structures One easy way to create an extension of your home is with composite or wood decking underneath a structure. There are pros and cons to each material, so spend a little time researching what is best for your home and budget....

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