Aluminum pergola structures
Aluminum offers low mass and corrosion resistance, but alloy, temper, extrusion geometry, connections and weld effects determine structural capacity.
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Materials
Material names are only a starting point: verified grade, section, connections, finish and exposure control performance.
Timber and wood pergolas
Wood can create expressive, repairable structures, but species, grade, moisture, durability, detailing and maintenance control performance.
Read article →Steel pergola structures
Steel provides high stiffness and connection versatility, but corrosion protection and water-shedding details must match the exposure.
Read article →Vinyl and composite pergolas
Vinyl and composite products can reduce surface maintenance, but many systems rely on concealed metal or timber reinforcement for structural work.
Read article →Sustainability and circular pergola design
A lifecycle evidence framework covering material claims, service life, repair, passive performance, disassembly and end-of-use decisions.
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