Outdoor Living Space? Add a Pergola with Superquick Carpentry!
Maximise Your Outdoor Living Space
With A Pergola
Your outdoor space can always use a little sprucing up. Your yard always has the chance to get beautified. And you know there’s an obvious choice for this idea of backyard decoration and improvement. That’s right: Pergolas.
What Are Pergolas?
Pergolas are outdoor garden features forming a shaded walkway. Alternatively, they can also serve as a passageway or sitting area of vertical posts. They’re a classic addition to the garden and outdoor areas that provide shade. They also provide good support for climbing plants like ivy or roses. On their own, pergolas are undeniably a visually appealing focal point of any outdoor space.
Pergolas consist of cross beams on upright posts connected by lattices. These are usually made from wood, vinyl, or composite materials. If properly installed in your outdoor space, these turn into an ideal spot for relaxation and entertaining guests. Pergolas come in all shapes and sizes so you can find the perfect design that suits your needs. And even with minimal maintenance, they make for a great investment in your home’s landscape.
Pergolas are also ideal when creating an intimate seating area or when adding visual interest to your backyard. And with their versatility, customization is an easy concept. From trellised roofs to custom lighting, there are plenty of ways to make a pergola all your own. Its timeless style has graced plenty of homes that’s why it’s been around for centuries. Pergolas are simply practical and stunning when elevating the looks of your home.
Pergola Perks
Pergolas are a great way to add beauty and style to your outdoor space. They bring visual interest, and charm, and provide practical benefits as well. Here are some of the advantages of building or getting a pergola:
For starters, it provides much-needed shade from the sun during those hot summer days. Its shade keeps you and your family cool and your outdoor furniture. It also protects any decking materials you may have from UV exposure. And obviously, they look great! Pergolas add an aesthetically pleasing touch to any backyard it’s in. They are available in many different shapes and sizes and can fit any outdoor space. You can also customise them further with paint or stain to match the colour scheme of your home. Since it provides additional shade from direct sunlight but still allows airflow, it also helps keep your plants cool. This not only keeps plants cool but also makes sitting outside much more comfortable on hot days.
And when you build or get a pergola, you have a permanent structure that adds value to your property. It’s a structure that combines that same value with safety, too. With one, you can have electrical work safely and securely installed within it. It helps set up lights and fans should you want them within its vicinity or attached to it.
You also have the option to enclose it with shutters or latticework to give the area a bit more privacy if desired. This gives you full control over the protection you want from inclement weather. If you want to keep the rain out, it gives you the power to do so. This is especially useful when you’re hosting parties or just regular gatherings. Having an overhead structure like this ensures that you can still enjoy the outdoors even when it rains outside. That way, no one has to worry about running inside at the first sign of precipitation.
Maintenance is also much easier with a pergola than it is with other structures. Traditional patio covers require that you regularly seal and paint them. But with pergolas, it generally requires much less. Simple washing with water and soap will do. And then there’s the advantage of an additional usable outdoor space. You can use it virtually anywhere. You have the freedom to use it as an extension to your deck or patio, in the garden for plants or hanging baskets, or even over a pool to create an exotic look and feel.
What Are The Different Types of pergolas?
- Steel: Steel pergolas are among the most popular choices since they offer a modern, stylish look and require minimal maintenance. They are also extremely durable and can withstand harsh weather conditions. Though it can be expensive, it can cover longer spans up to 8 metres.
- Colorbond: As the name implies, it uses Colorbond Steel to create an attractive and durable frame that is designed to last for many years. Colorbond steel is also available in a variety of colours so you can customise the look of your pergola to fit your home’s style. They are usually constructed from pre-fabricated components, which makes them relatively easy to install.
- Stratco Pavilion: These provide a more traditional look and feel than Colorbond pergolas. They have been designed with superior engineering so they are stronger and more resilient than most other types of pergolas. Stratco Pavilion pergolas also come in a range of stylish colours and finish to suit any home.
- Aluminium: An attractive option that is lightweight and easy to install. Aluminium is very strong and resistant to corrosion, making it an excellent choice for outdoor structures such as pergolas. The primary benefit of aluminium pergolas is the wide range of styles available, from classic designs to modern and contemporary looks. Aluminium pergolas are also less bulky and have longer spans which gives more room for customization.
- Traditional Timber: These have been around for centuries, and are made from treated softwood or hardwood such as oak and teak. One of the more common ones as it looks nicer but can be expensive at times. It can be sanded down if it gets scratched which is common for a household with pets. Though it requires maintenance, it retains its beautiful appearance when maintained well.
- Primed Pine DAR: Almost similar to traditional timber but is slowly becoming more popular due to its durability, lightweight construction and ease of installation.
- Composite: Offers a low-maintenance solution as they don’t require any additional treatments after installation. Though at times can be more expensive than other options.
FAQs
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In Australia, pergolas are generally considered exempt development and don't require approval from a local council.
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Most standard home and contents insurance policies will cover the costs associated with accidental damage to outdoor structures such as pergolas.
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Yes, it’s an excellent investment for homeowners in Australia.
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Pergolas are not usually waterproof, although their design allows for certain levels of moisture protection.
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In general, pergolas can range in price from a few hundred dollars for a simple structure to several thousand for more complex designs.
What We Do Best!
At Superquick Carpentry, we pride ourselves as the leading carpentry service provider in Leppington, Blacktown, and Hurstville. We can honestly say that we are miles apart from our nearest competitor when it comes to experience and quality of work. Our team will help you design a functional and aesthetic living area that satisfies your vision of a better home. We are punctual, reliable, and we value communication with all of our clients above all else. Our work guarantees at least 5 years of warranty for any structural issues and we’ll work on any project until you’re happy. It’s always a 100% satisfaction guarantee with Superquick Carpentry.
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