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Pergola Cover Options
Posted on 10/22/14 at 7:34 am
Posted on 10/22/14 at 7:34 am
My dad, brother, cousin, and I built a pergola behind my house earlier this year. It came out great. The only draw back is that too much is light is let in through the slats on sunny days. The summer time is pretty unbearable to be out there without that shade.
I have been trying to think of a few ideas for a cover for the pergola. Just wondering what would be the best preference.
I kind of like the outdoor fabric woven through the slats like this. I think this is the best looking option.
The other option is a corrugated polycarbonate tinted panels. Basically tinted corrugated panels, that allows light in, but provides some shade. The other advantage, is that this would provide some rain cover, if i wanted to sit outside during the rain.
The final option is just getting some sort of climbing vine like wisteria and plant next to the pergola. I like the look, but the maintenance seems like it would be a little too much to overtake.
Oh, and here is a picture of my pergola. Any advice?
I have been trying to think of a few ideas for a cover for the pergola. Just wondering what would be the best preference.
I kind of like the outdoor fabric woven through the slats like this. I think this is the best looking option.
The other option is a corrugated polycarbonate tinted panels. Basically tinted corrugated panels, that allows light in, but provides some shade. The other advantage, is that this would provide some rain cover, if i wanted to sit outside during the rain.
The final option is just getting some sort of climbing vine like wisteria and plant next to the pergola. I like the look, but the maintenance seems like it would be a little too much to overtake.
Oh, and here is a picture of my pergola. Any advice?
This post was edited on 10/22/14 at 7:36 am
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Posted on 10/22/14 at 7:36 am to BugAC
this is why I hate pergolas
just build a roof
just build a roof
Posted on 10/22/14 at 7:38 am to BugAC
Put cross slats going the other way across the top. 4 inches wide with 2 inches in between
Posted on 10/22/14 at 7:38 am to Salmon
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this is why I hate pergolas
just build a roof
That's not really an option. And i like the look of the pergola.
The winter time won't be bad, even with the sun. I may end up extending part of my house's roof so i can build an outdoor kitchen in a couple years. But for now, just want a pergola cover to give a little shade.
Posted on 10/22/14 at 7:39 am to Thib-a-doe Tiger
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Put cross slats going the other way across the top. 4 inches wide with 2 inches in between
There's an option. Right now, the top slats are about 6"-8" apart.
This post was edited on 10/22/14 at 7:40 am
Posted on 10/22/14 at 7:39 am to BugAC
lol @ dillpickle
Posted on 10/22/14 at 7:40 am to BugAC
Vine but not wisteria, imo. It sheds a lot. Will look pretty though. Also grows super fast.
Posted on 10/22/14 at 7:41 am to BugAC
wood louvres angled to just let in morning sun.
Posted on 10/22/14 at 7:44 am to Winkface
My cousin used wisteria. It's a bear to maintain but is really nice. You can sit under that thing in a rainy day and not get wet.
Posted on 10/22/14 at 7:48 am to BugAC
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BugAC
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just want a pergola cover to give a little shade.
You certainly accomplished that. I never seen the point in Pergola other than looks. Out of the 3 pics you posted I like the fabric best.
Posted on 10/22/14 at 7:51 am to BugAC
If you go the vine route, just make sure whatever vine you use doesn't have stems that attach themselves to the wood. You want something that climbs without clinging (like crossvine over trumpet vine).
A good addition I don't see many people using on pergolas are sheets for the sides that can be sprayed with water. It can act as a cooling mechanism for the space and can help create and define new spaces.
A good addition I don't see many people using on pergolas are sheets for the sides that can be sprayed with water. It can act as a cooling mechanism for the space and can help create and define new spaces.
Posted on 10/22/14 at 7:52 am to NYCAuburn
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wood louvres angled to just let in morning sun.
Got a picture as an example?
Posted on 10/22/14 at 7:54 am to BottomlandBrew
The drawbacks with vines, is 1) maintenance, and 2) i still need to stain my deck. I've read that you should let treated lumber sit for a year before staining, so that's the route i'm going. I'm planning on staining it a light cedar.
Posted on 10/22/14 at 7:55 am to BugAC
its a lot of work but looks good
It will block your mid to late day sun, but because your deck/pergola sit out on their own, you are going to need some sort of wall shade as well, no matter the option. Some sunbrella fabric would work
It will block your mid to late day sun, but because your deck/pergola sit out on their own, you are going to need some sort of wall shade as well, no matter the option. Some sunbrella fabric would work
Posted on 10/22/14 at 8:03 am to NYCAuburn
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It will block your mid to late day sun, but because your deck/pergola sit out on their own, you are going to need some sort of wall shade as well, no matter the option. Some sunbrella fabric would work
Well i planted a maple tree behind the pergola to block out the afternoon sun.
Also, after i stain it, i plan on planting some flowering bushes, and some tall bushes/small trees at the corners. Not necessarily to block the sun, but to make it look nicer and cover up the opening under the pergola.
Posted on 10/22/14 at 8:03 am to BugAC
Vines aren't all that much maintenance. Much less than all that turf you have around the pergola.
Any why didn't you build in an integrated brew rig? I am disappoint.
Any why didn't you build in an integrated brew rig? I am disappoint.
Posted on 10/22/14 at 8:04 am to BugAC
out of all the options, I do think vines look the best
all the fabric coverings eventually dry rot and the clear "tin" just seems like it would be really hot
all the fabric coverings eventually dry rot and the clear "tin" just seems like it would be really hot
Posted on 10/22/14 at 8:09 am to Salmon
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I do think vines look the best
all the fabric coverings eventually dry rot and the clear "tin" just seems like it would be really hot
You may have a point. What's a good low maintenance good looking vine. Keep in mind, it's got a ways to climb up. Here's a picture from the side.
i'd plant on either side. The front of the pergola will be azalea bushs.
FYI, the rails are up already.
This post was edited on 10/22/14 at 8:12 am
Posted on 10/22/14 at 8:11 am to BugAC
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The other option is a corrugated polycarbonate tinted panels
I have a gazebo that I have this on the roof. It really helps alot with the sun and heat. I'd suggest it. Plus it wont get messed up with rain like I'd be worried about the cloth doing.
But IDK how it'd look on that structure. I'm not a fan of pergolas at all. Good luck!
This post was edited on 10/22/14 at 8:13 am
Posted on 10/22/14 at 8:15 am to BugAC
If you do vines, you're going to have mosquitoes and other bugs galore
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