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Backyard Discovery
The pergola that split the difference between DIY and hiring a contractor. Premium cedar, pre-cut and pre-drilled, looks like you built it from scratch. Define your outdoor space without blocking the sky.
14' x 10'
Cedar wood
Open lattice
Traditional
| Product | Rating | Price | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis 14x10 Cedar Pergola Best Backyard Discovery | 4.6 | $1,799 | View |
 10x13 Aluminum Pergola with Adjustable Louvered Roof Mirador | 4.8 | $3,499 | View |
 10x12 Steel Pergola with Retractable Shade Value Coolaroo | 4.4 | $699 | View |
 10x10 Steel Pergola Frame Outsunny | 4.2 | $299 | View |
 11x13 Hardtop Pergola with Polycarbonate Roof Sunjoy | 4.5 | $1,499 | View |
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Backyard Discovery
The pergola that split the difference between DIY and hiring a contractor. Premium cedar, pre-cut and pre-drilled, looks like you built it from scratch. Define your outdoor space without blocking the sky.
14' x 10'
Cedar wood
Open lattice
Traditional
Mirador
Open the louvers for sun, close them for shade or rain. This isn't your grandfather's pergola—it's a high-tech outdoor ceiling that adapts to the weather. Modern lines, zero maintenance, total control.
10' x 13'
Aluminum
Adjustable louvers
Gutter system
Coolaroo
The pergola/shade hybrid. Steel frame defines the space; retractable fabric canopy slides to where you need shade. More versatile than a pure pergola, more affordable than louvered aluminum.
10' x 12'
Steel
Retractable canopy
Adjustable
Outsunny
A pergola at furniture prices. Clean steel lines, open frame ready for climbing vines or string lights. Won't last forever, but it'll define your space right now for the cost of a nice dinner.
10' x 10'
Steel
Open frame
Modern minimal
Sunjoy
All the style of a pergola with actual weather protection. Polycarbonate panels filter light without blocking it, shed rain, and hold up to hail. It's an outdoor room that doesn't fear clouds.
11' x 13'
Aluminum
Polycarbonate panels
Yes
Kit pergolas are designed for DIY assembly—if you can follow instructions and use basic tools, you can build one in a weekend with a helper. Custom wood pergolas require carpentry skills. Anchoring to concrete or deck adds complexity. Be honest about your skill level and time.
No—freestanding pergolas work great. Attached pergolas (extending from the house wall) provide a seamless indoor-outdoor transition but involve attaching to your home's structure (which has waterproofing implications). Choose based on your layout and comfort with structural connections.
Wisteria (gorgeous but aggressive), grape vines (edible bonus), climbing roses (beautiful but thorny), jasmine (fragrant, fast-growing). Consider growth rate, your climate, and maintenance tolerance. Some vines get incredibly heavy over time—ensure your pergola can handle it.
A standard slatted pergola blocks about 25-30% of sunlight—more definition than shade. Angling slats, adding more slats, or installing a canopy increases shade. Louvered systems provide 0-100% shade on demand. Growing vines can eventually create near-complete coverage.
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