With pros and cons to both, deciding between a custom or pre-built pergola boils down your specific priorities, such as ...

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Give an annual vine something to climb and it will shoot up almost before your eyes, accepting the guidance of a support. You needn’t invest in pricey wood and concrete to make a structure for ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When planning an outdoor space for relaxing or entertaining, shade is one of the first things to think about. A well-shaded area doesn't just ...

When it comes to creating a backyard oasis, nothing transports you to an escapist frame of mind quite like a pergola. The semi-open structure—often made of an open-air "roof" and four pillar ...

A basic pergola isn't enough to make the backyard livable when heat, cold, wind, rain or dust destroy any chance of a backyard outing. Beat the Heat Shading Systems works with you to fit shades on ...