How Tall Should a Pergola Be? Height Guide
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In the journey of embellishing your exterior expanse, Suntech Retractable Pergolas emerge as a delightful blend of aesthetics and utility. Yet, puzzlement prevails over an aspect – its height. The resolution to this enigma is far from one-size-fits-all; it hinges on a multitude of facets, such as your environment, intent of use, and user comfort. […]
How to Attach a Pergola to a House with Gutters
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Pergolas are the hallmark of elegant outdoor spaces, adding a touch of sophistication to home exteriors. The thought of a pergola alone conjures images of al fresco dining, lazy sundowns, and an overall connection to the elements. But what happens when you wish to learn how to attach a pergola to a house with gutters? […]
How to Anchor a Pergola to Pavers
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Pergolas are much more than a delightful addition to an outdoor space; they are architectural marvels that define areas and create a sense of environment. Their placement is crucial to design, but no less important is the anchoring system that secures them to the earth. This is why we want to talk about how to […]
Six Reasons to Maximize Outdoor Space
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Whether it’s a residential, retail or resort space, there are so many benefits to maximizing every inch possible of your outdoor space. Every day, as our skilled experts customize and install retractable pergolas and awnings at homes and businesses, we see the firsthand positives of making the best use of the available square footage. Here […]
Your Outdoor Space Needs Some Holiday Fanfare
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With Halloween in the books, the flurry of holidays is on the horizon and everywhere you turn there is no denying the festive spirit in the air. Retail stores are filled with fall foliage themed décor and the Christmas and Hanukkah merch is starting to take center stage. People have apple cider candles lit in […]
Let’s Get Your Outdoor Space Fall Ready
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Before you know it, Pumpkin Spice everything will be in full effect. That means fall is upon us. While you have been hopefully enjoying your outdoor space throughout summer, there are many things you can do to get it ready for fall. Little updates and refreshes can revitalize your outdoor area and make them feel […]
Last Days of Shade Before School Starts
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The start of school is around the corner. You’ve probably already started, or maybe even completed, school supply shopping. Backpacks are ordered. The closet is filled with new crisp and clean school clothes. And amazon carts are full of all the back-to-school prep items. However, don’t forget to take a few moments with your family […]
Summer is Here and it’s Your Time to Shine
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It’s the time of year you have been waiting for. Backyard cookouts. Family days by the pool. Happy hour in the fresh air. Dinner al fresco. Maybe even some 4th of July fanfare. Summer is in full swing, and everyone is bursting at the seams to be outdoors as much as possible. Smart Shade Structures […]
Top 4 Reasons You Need A Retractable Pergola This Summer
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Summer is a time of year when people begin to spend more time in their outdoor spaces. People who live in colder temps are ready to emerge from the indoors and enjoy the fresh air. Those in warmer temps are ready to maximize the outdoors even more before the fall goes into full effect. Regardless […]
Why People are Loving Retractable Pergolas
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Back in the day, the most you could do to spruce up your outdoor space was to add some cute furniture, a few plants and maybe some string lights if you really wanted to get fancy. Now, there are so many other options to give your backyard or patio space an amazing refresh. Awnings, gazeboes, […]