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Practical reading for better outdoor decisions — materials, maintenance, winter gardens, bioclimatic pergolas and long-term life in the garden.

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2025

6 articles

2023

2 articles

2021

10 articles
how to choose seating under a pergola
Expert advice 6 min read

How to Choose Garden Furniture and Seating

How to choose garden seating and furniture for your pergola or gazebo — tips on materials, style and layout to create a comfortable outdoor living room.

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Wooden pergola and how to revive your pergola and garden
Expert advice 6 min read

How to Revive an Older Pergola

How to revive an older pergola: follow simple, affordable restoration steps and see why a quality wooden pergola can go 6 to 8 years before refreshing.

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The history of garden gazebos
Expert advice 6 min read

The History of Garden Gazebos

From ancient Egypt to today's gardens — trace 5,000 years of gazebo history and discover why these timeless structures are more popular than ever. Read on.

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How to care for an aluminium pergola
Expert advice 6 min read

How to Care for an Aluminium Pergola

Thinking about an aluminium pergola? It's almost maintenance-free. Learn how to keep yours clean and gleaming for years — and why it beats a wooden one.

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Aluminium bioclimatic pergola
Expert advice 5 min read

5 Reasons to Choose a Bioclimatic Pergola

Bioclimatic pergola: enjoy all-season comfort with adjustable louvres and side shading that can cut solar heat gain by up to 65%. Discover five key benefits.

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Winter gardens
Expert advice 4 min read

5 Reasons to Get a Winter Garden

Love nature and greenery all year round? Your own winter garden brings the outdoors in. Discover five reasons to add one — request your free quote today.

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Japanese garden with a Hinode gazebo
Expert advice 5 min read

The Far East at Home: A Japanese Garden

Create a calming Japanese-style garden at home. Discover the key principles — stone, water, bridges and a gazebo — that bring harmony to any outdoor space.

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aluminium bioclimatic pergola
Expert advice 4 min read

What Is a Bioclimatic Pergola? A Complete Guide

A bioclimatic pergola is an aluminium pergola with tilting roof louvres for year-round comfort. Discover how it works and why it suits any garden.

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Milano wooden pergola
Expert advice 4 min read

Furniture for Your Pergola or Gazebo: How to Choose

The perfect gazebo or new pergola deserves the right garden furniture. Unsure which to pick? We'll walk you through the materials and types so you choose well.

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Japanese Hinode gazebo in winter
Expert advice 4 min read

Pergolas, Gazebos and Snow: Is It a Problem?

Our gazebos and pergolas are exceptionally sturdy, but heavy snow can still cause trouble. Learn how to clear it safely and protect your pergola all winter.

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2020

2 articles

2019

1 article

2018

3 articles

2017

8 articles
How to choose a shelter
Expert advice 5 min read

How to Choose a Shelter

How to choose a shelter: compare types, materials, size and placement, and see why a carport matters when car interiors can exceed 90 °C in direct sun.

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Aluminium pergola Economic Class in a garden
Expert advice 5 min read

Which Pergola Is Ideal for Your Garden?

Wooden or aluminium pergola? We'll help you choose the best fit for your garden — by upkeep, lifespan, design and use. Get a free, no-obligation quote.

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Building the Hinode Japanese gazebo
Projects 5 min read

Building the Hinode Japanese Gazebo

See how we build the Hinode Japanese gazebo by hand — 2,850 tiles, a curved roof and 13 days of craftsmanship. Get inspired for your own garden retreat.

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Building the Victoria wooden gazebo
Projects 2 min read

Building the Victoria Gazebo: A Day-by-Day Diary

Follow the day-by-day build of the Victoria gazebo: an eight-sided Victorian design with a natural slate roof and oak floor, made to 100% precision.

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Wooden garden gazebo
Expert advice 2 min read

How to Choose a Garden Gazebo

A gazebo is the perfect addition to any garden or yard — attractive, practical and a joy to look at. Here's how to choose the right one for your space.

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winter gardens
Expert advice 1 min read

How to Choose a Winter Garden

How to choose a winter garden: plan orientation, glazing and heating for a bright, comfortable living space — ideal for tropical plants needing at least 20 °C.

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wooden pergola
Expert advice 2 min read

How to Choose a Wooden Pergola

Choosing a wooden pergola? Learn which timber lasts, the right size and placement, and how to keep it looking great for years — plus a free quote.

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Aluminium pergola
Expert advice 5 min read

How to Choose an Aluminium Pergola

How to choose an aluminium pergola: compare size, roofing and shading, and learn why recycling aluminium saves up to 95% of primary-production energy.

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