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Solid Wood Free Standing Patio Cover Ideas

 Ideas for Free Standing Patio Covers If you've been browsing different patio cover kits to create a cover for your patio seating area, you may have found that your favorite is a solid wood patio cover that's freestanding or one that attaches to your house. Our free standing patio cover kits are the perfect choice if you're looking to create a little more shade in your backyard, or a beautiful outdoor room. Have you been searching for a wood pergola that you can assemble from a kit but prefer finding one that's made in the USA? We build our kits in Melbourne, Florida and ship them anywhere in the contiguous United States. All sizes of our pergola kits arrive to you pre-cut and pre-drilled with step by...

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4 Reasons Why Winter Is the Best Time to Buy a Pergola

Winter is the time when many people dream of their summer patio projects. But winter can be a time of building your vision, not simply dreaming about it. If a pergola is part of your new backyard plan, winter can be the ideal time to complete your pergola project. This article reviews why winter is the best time to buy a pergola, including: Less competition to get on a pergola installers calendar Quicker turnaround time for pergola permits Headstart on pergola landscaping; and Prepping your patio for Spring Why Start a Pergola Project in Winter? Buying a pergola is an essential investment in outdoor living. So you may be wondering when it's the best time to shop for pergolas. You may not have considered it previously, but winter is an excellent time...

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Pergola Design Ideas and How to Choose

Are you sitting down this weekend to sort through all your ideas about what to do with your backyard patio to make it a year-round living space? Would you like a pergola to be part of the design? There are so many ideas out there for pergola design ideas for patios and backyard areas, it’s hard to know where to start! Follow along in this article and you'll learn the following ideas for pergola and patio designs and how to choose: Patio design ideas and inspiration Lay outs of various patio designs (freestanding, attached, pergola over a hot tub or patio, long vs. square, spaced slats vs. close together) Uses of patio designs To find the perfect pergola design for your backyard, first step...

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Pergolas and Outdoor Fireplace Ideas for the Fall

Backyard entertaining enthusiasts have spoken - pergola with a fireplace is today's top trend. With year-round use in many parts of the country, an outdoor fireplace is a great all-season addition. And what's a pergola? Another crowd-pleasing structure! The best part? Spring, summer, or fall is the perfect time of year to get your outdoor entertainment ready. BTW, let's talk fireplaces. For anyone pressed for time, space, or cash, a fire pit is a great alternative that creates an equally cozy atmosphere. Whether you're mid-project or just getting started, we've got you covered with a couple of ideas to suit your patio design and budget. Outdoor Fireplace Ideas with a Pergola Most of today's homeowners are looking for a way to spend time outside well into the autumn and even in to winter....

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How to Winterize a Pergola: Tips for Winterizing Pergolas

Even if it's winter, a pergola needs a little bit of love. We know that in the spring, summer and fall, you'll spend a lot of time outdoors enjoying your pergola. In the winter (for those of you in one of the cooler winter climate or snowbelt states), you're probably going to spend fewer waking hours outside, but you'll still want to make sure your pergola is protected. But how can you help safeguard it from frigid temps, harsh winds and snowy weather? Keep reading to find out how to protect pergola kits in the winter. Keep in mind that sometimes the best time to get it ready for winter protection is in the summer!   Can You Leave a Pergola Up in Winter? When you winter-proof the patio or your backyard,...

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Pergola Flooring Ideas to Create a Beautiful Outdoor Living Space

So, you've made the exciting decision to install a pergola and you're looking for pergola flooring ideas? Congratulations! Now you can start planning how to enhance your pergola to create your dream living space and make your backyard your favorite room of the house! Choosing the right pergola flooring is important for complementing the overall look and feel of your new pergola and your home. What type of outdoor flooring options are there? This article will cover some of the most popular pergola flooring ideas to create a good foundation for your new pergola. Compare your choices and your consider replacing your current outdoor flooring if it makes the space more appealing and functional.   17x20 Big Kahuna on Slate Pavers What Is Pergola Flooring? A pergola is an open-air outdoor structure that is...

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Pergola Maintenance Tips for Summer Months

Pergola maintenance is not something that you probably think much about. But if you want your pergola to last, you'll need to add some basic upkeep and cedar wood care to your annual backyard garden maintenance list. So how much maintenance does a pergola require? Thankfully pergolas are pretty self-sufficient structures and don't require much care. They are similar to outdoor furniture maintenance, on a slightly bigger scale. Keeping a pergola looking like new will only add a couple of hours to your summer home maintenance. This article will go over some of the most important pergola maintenance steps to take during the summer months to ensure that your pergola will last for many years.   Do's and Don'ts of Pergola Maintenance As with any home décor item, a pergola needs to be...

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Vegetable and Flower Raised Garden Bed Ideas for Cedar Planters

Have you heard of the old saying, "carrots love tomatoes"? According to this phrase, growing these two vegetables together will increase the yield of both. This same principle applies to flowering plants too. Certain combinations not only look better, but the plants also stay healthier. Grouping together plants with similar needs will keep your raised flower bed blooming and vegetable garden producing all season long. If you're interested in getting your garden growing, read more to discover how to maximize your space with garden box ideas for gorgeous blooms and higher yields. Companion Planting Guide for Raised Garden Boxes This is the basic concept of companion planting, a gardening concept that has been around since the dawn of agriculture. The right raised bed companion planting garden layout will help your garden flourish! Scientists...

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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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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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