Dunster House Leviathan Pergola Wooden Garden Plant Frame Kit (W3m x D3m)

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A good option for homeowners looking to transform their garden on a budget, the Outsunny Aluminium Pergola is one of the most affordable pergolas on this list. This pergola measures 3 x 3 m, with a height of 2.23 m. Pergolas, often confused with arbours, awnings and even gazebos, are outdoor structures consisting of vertical columns that support a ceiling grid. This grid can either be left open, or covered with a canopy. Whilst a canopy will provide full shade, leaving the ceiling grid open will offer more sun. The primary purpose of a pergola is to give character to the space surrounding your home. With this in mind, your choice of pergola will ultimately depend on the look you're hoping to create. If the timber is covered in mould or algae, this should be killed off first using a suitable fungicidal wash solution. However, take great care not to spill this type of product onto any plant growth or open soil. Remember to wash and clean off surfaces with clean water after the treatment has done its job, then allow to dry.’

One of the key benefits of a pergola made from aluminium is that they tend to be relatively straightforward to construct. I hesitate to use the word ‘easy’, as these are still large structures that require a lot of care, but most come with pre-drilled holes and all the tools required for construction. Dunster House are committed to promoting responsible stewardship of the environment and its natural resources. We are committed to lessening the impact on the environment caused by our own activities, and those of our suppliers. The aluminium frame is powder coated and resistant against rust. Each part is easy to lift, which makes assembly a reasonably straightforward task as long as you have a few extra pairs of hands. Assembly takes around five hours. All tools come included and there are four pre-drilled holes on the leg bases that allow you to secure it to the floor.For extra coverage on warm days, consider a pergola with a retractable textile canopy that can be easily opened out when it’s very sunny or there’s a summer shower. How do you make a pergola look good? As mentioned, pergolas consist of vertical columns and a roofing grid. They are usually relatively large with flat tops.

The canopy is made from polyester which is durable, UV resistant, fade resistant and water repellent. Light rain showers are no problem – the canopy can simply be pulled across if you’re determined to stay outside whilst the rain passes! The canopy can also be completely removed and stored when required. The walkway width is defined by moving the posts in or out slightly depending on your preference, making this Pergola very universal! It will only offer protection from light showers. There are drainage holes in the canopy to prevent it from getting weighed down and damaged if there is heavier rain. Just be warned that these drainage holes can drain onto you if you are trying to sit under the cover during a heavy rain shower!Where possible, Dunster House are committed to procuring wood products that have been certified against credible, internationally recognised standards for good forest management, to ensure that material originates from well managed forests. Our treatment also creates a strong barrier to guard against fungi and insects. Of course, you can add more wood preservatives or paints to help increase the longevity of your gazebo even further, but our treatments alone will ensure it lasts up to 15 years. Steel Spikes - Ideal for soft ground and areas in which there is no hard standing. Removes the need to dig post holes and pour concrete. Whilst fabric canopies are often UV resistant and water resistant, they aren’t generally fully waterproof. This is important to bear in mind if you are planning on leaving your garden furniture underneath your pergola.