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Advice Before Buying Pergola Kits

Before you buy a structure you will want to ensure that you choosing the one that is right for you. There are a lot of different pergolas around and it is easy to become overwhelmed by the volume of choices that are available. In order to narrow down your choices so that you will never regret you decision there are several points to consider. Taking the time to carefully go through these points will help you choose a structure that is perfect for you in every way.

Style

So that you can be certain that your shelter will add to the appeal and value of your property you will need to carefully consider the style. This is done buy taking note of the style of the building or area where you wish to construct it. The first thing to decide on is whether you need a very modern design or a softer vintage style area. outdoor rooms that feature curved or rounded shapes have a much softer appeal than large wooden structures. If you plan to build your structure as an attachment to a pre-existing home or business choosing a style that enhances and blends in with this building is very important. If you a creating an area based on a free standing pergola that is not in close vicinity to existing buildings the style of your structure is important in a different way. A free standing shelter sets the style for the entire area so be sure to choose one that you find visually appealing.

Color

Choosing the correct color is important in a decorative sense, however you want to make sure that the color is going to last. If you are buying a painted structure check with your manufacturer and find out if the type of paint or colorant used is going to wear well when exposed to weather conditions in your area. If you are not planning to purchase a painted shelter it might still be beneficial to find out whether the material has been weather proofed or treated. If the color is going to need some kind of maintenance to keep it looking good for years to come, look into that so that you can be aware of what kind of costs will be involved.

Material

When it comes to buying outdoor structures another very important factor to consider is the building material. You will need to think about the weather conditions in your area and the durability of your structure. Wood is the most reliable and popular choice when it comes to outdoor rooms, however there are many different types of wooden garden shelters available. It's a good idea to do some research into the type of wood that is available and weigh up the benefits of each. So that you can be sure that your shelter will be sturdy enough to stand the test of time it's best not to compromise when it comes to materials. Check the thickness of the wood if it is possible to do so, a structures made of thick wood beams will last longer and be more resilient than a thin wooden structure.

Construction Expenses

If you are operating on a budget it is very important to be thorough when calculating the total expense of your structure. Be careful to double check so that you can ensure that there are not going to be any hidden expenses involved in constructing your shelter. If you are planning to construct it yourself it pays to check that you will not need to purchase any expensive tools in order to complete the project properly. Considering landscaping expenses is a must as well, will any land preparations or foundations be required before you can build your structure? You will want to know the entire cost of the project before making a purchase.

Function

Take care that the pergola you buy is indeed capable of performing the functions that you intend to use it for. A lot of outdoor rooms can be very open frame type designs to allow for the growth of plants and vines that will later provide shade. However if you are going to need to use your structure for the purpose of providing shade immediately then you will likely not have time to grow plants quickly enough. Consider the amount of shade that the structure itself actually provides. This is particularly important if you are buying a shelter for the particular purpose of hosting summer functions that will be reliant on shade from your structure.

Size

Check the size specifications supplied by the manufacturer very carefully. Supplied shelter sizes are often based on the size of the roof and not the distance between the supports. If you need to ensure that your structure fits into a certain area or is sufficient to cover a base are that you have already prepared then mistakes in this area could be costly. If you plan to put any type of garden furniture underneath your structure ensuring that the height and width of a shelter is suitable before you purchase is definitely in your best interests.

Joints

Finding out the joint structure of your structure is also advisable. Notched structures last the longest, they are more resistant to factors such as wind. Notching provides interlocking links, this means that your structure will be stronger. Some garden shelters are only partially notched, ensuring that you purchase a shelter that features fully notched joints may save on costly repairs later on.

Manufacturers Warranty

Before buying a structure make sure that your product comes with a suitable warranty. Also do a little bit of research into the history of the company you are considering purchasing your shelter from. It is a good idea to look for a company that has been around for a few years. You want to ensure that replacement part for your structure are readily available if you need them in the future.

Pergolas Throughout History

Dictionary.com defines a structure as being .an arbor (sometimes spelt .arbour.) formed of horizontal trellis work supported on columns or posts, over which vines or other plants are trained or a colonnade having the form of such an arbor.. Throughout history the structure has been built out of a range of different materials all over the world. Some examples of ancient pergolas are still standing today. The word pergola is derived from the Latin word pergula which means projecting eave. The actual word .pergola. dates back to the medieval period.

Structures have evolved over time, they have been built in many different style and have been used for quite a few different purposes. Some of the earlier versions looked a lot more like archways and other designs feature a much sharper square or rectangular shape. The materials that have been used to construct them also been varied. garden shelters in ancient Greece and Italy were often built from stone or brick, while other cultures built mostly wooden structures. The original practice of building garden shelters as either free standing structures or attachments to buildings has been continued. Modern homes often feature projecting shaded areas such as verandahs and balconies, while gardens and parks contain free standing outdoor rooms. The traditional open rooftops are sometimes replaced with closed roofs so that shelter from wet weather is provided.

The earliest structure type structure that is known of was erected in an Egyptian garden in approximately 1400BC. structures have served many purposes throughout the ages and the purpose of this one is not known. It covered the entryway into the garden area and may have existed purely for the sake of decorating the area. Wealthy Egyptians often used garden shelters as shelter from the sun and built them in order to create scenic places to sit beside ponds or in gardens. In Egypt structures were sometimes used to support plants, vines and small fruit trees. Due to a scarcity of wood, the main building materials used in ancient Egypt were limestone, sandstone, granite and sun baked mud bricks.

The word pergola was first used by John Evelyn during the 1640s to describe garden structures in Rome. The outdoor rooms designed during this time period are were more like modern structures than their ancient counterparts. An example of the type of structure John Evelyn was referring to can be seen near Florence at the Medici Villa of Il Trebbio. During this time architects in Eastern areas of Asia were also constructing garden shelters in their own style, these are called pergodas. This oriental style of outdoor room was first used in India. Buddhist literature states that pergodas were originally built to preserve the remains of the founder of Buddhism.

Quite a few historical Indian temples are still standing today, the use of covered outdoor room style structures is evident. Indian architects favoured dome shaped roofs supported by stone pillars. Many of the examples seen in India are highly decorative and are decorated with ornate carvings and complicated swirls and shapes. The most famous example of this is the Taj Mahal which was completed in 1963 by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan as a shrine to his deceased wife Mumtaz Mahal.

After a considerable period of development in India the pergoda was introduced to China. Pergodas served as tombs and were also used as temples. China did not develop a Chinese language term for the word pagoda until the first century. Traditionally, Asian style structures feature curved beams instead of the straight ones that are favoured by other cultures. As well as the curved beams and rafters the designs often include turrets and dome shaped roofs. Early Chinese buildings were mainly built from wood, after 618 brick and stone gradually became more common. The oldest existing pergoda in China today is the Songyue Pagoda which was built in 523, unlike many other buildings that were constructed during this time it is made of brick which is the reason it is still standing. Chinese architecture has long been an influencer on building styles employed by Japan, Vietnam and Korea.

The ancient Greeks built many structures in a outdoor room type form that were supported by columns. This style of building is widely recognised today as being a classic form of architecture. The column supported structures were the basic building blocks of many Greek buildings and are still replicated by architects and builders today.

The architecture of ancient Rome was influenced by the column supported outdoor room type structures favoured by Greece. This style is still prominent in Italy today. During the 15th century Italian Renaissance builders and designers crafted many beautiful decorative outdoor rooms featuring stone columns and pillars. The Italians did value these structures as decorative pieces, however they were also valued as functional plant supporting structures in many vineyards throughout the region. The Italian structures featured stone or brick pillars which supported large crossbeams.

The French were first introduced to garden shelters when French troops invaded Italy in 1494. Soon afterwards French nobility began to use gardens as a form of artistic expression and this included the construction of decorative structures. The daughter of King Lois the XII had outdoor rooms built in her garden and later the Italian born queen of France Catherine de' Medici did the same.

Outdoor rooms are versatile and have been used for many purposes throughout the ages. They have been used to provide shade, decoration, shelter from rain and also horticultural functions such as supporting plants. In the 18th and 19th centuries a preference for natural gardening that didn't involve a lot of man made structures meant that structures were not as popular as they had previously been. However, in the 20th century outdoor rooms gained popularity not only as garden and home structures but also in businesses such as restaurants all over the world.