Pergolas.
We’ve been using them in our gardens for decades, and these charming, open-air structures date back to medieval times.
Today, they’re one of the quickest, most effective ways to add aesthetic appeal to your outdoor area and give your home the kerb appeal it’s been missing.
But how can you use a wooden pergola in your garden?
The experts at Pheasant & Co. share our favourite ways you can use one of our wooden pergola kits in this article!
1. Create an outdoor cooking, dining and entertainment space
If you’re the usual host of all your family summer barbecues and cocktail nights with friends, then you’re going to need a space where everyone can sit, chat and indulge comfortably.
Summer doesn’t always mean sunshine, here in the UK. But with a pergola, you needn’t worry about the rain putting a damper on your day, and you can relish dining alfresco whatever the weather.
Simply arrange your outdoor tables, chairs and other accessories underneath your timber pergola, add some ambience with lighting, and enjoy!
2. Use it as a hot tub shelter
If you’re the proud owner of a hot tub, but find you only use it a handful of times throughout the year – be it because of bad weather or nosy neighbours – a pergola is the solution you’ve been searching for.
Not only does a pergola – one with a roof and sides, in particular, like THE CUBE pergola – shelter you from the rain, but it also provides just the right amount of privacy to allow you to enjoy a bit of peace and quiet in the tub, away from the prying eyes next door.
3. Put together a cosy seating area
There’s nothing like escaping to the back garden with a cuppa for a quick work-from-home break, or some alone time with a glass of vino at the end of an eventful weekend.
Having a sheltered outdoor seating area is an excellent addition to any property, and makes sitting outside that bit more comfortable – giving you the space you need to switch off and enjoy some fresh air, come rain or shine.
4. Build an outdoor play zone for your little ones
With the six-week school summer holidays right around the corner, you’re likely frantically searching for ways to keep the kids (or grandkids, if you’re playing babysitter!) entertained.
If you’ve got the space, a pergola is the perfect place to keep all their outdoor toys, and not only will they have hours of fun, but you don’t have to worry about them getting caught in the rain or catching too much sun.
Because let’s face it, there’s no middle ground with British summers.
Whether you choose a pergola with a roof, or you opt for a sun shade you can attach and detach, there are plenty of options available that can make outdoor playtimes better than ever.
5. Construct a laundry centre
With frequent summer downpours here in the UK, we’re rather limited to when we can peg freshly washed clothes out on the washing line.
However, if you move your washing line directly under a pergola (one with a roof, of course!), you’ve got a dry, outdoor space to air dry your clothes, even in the rain.
So you don’t need to switch on the tumble dryer and can save yourself some money on your ever-expensive energy bills. Convenient, right?
Need more inspiration?
Whether you’re in need of more ideas on how to use a wooden pergola in your garden, or looking for the perfect pergola to put up in your backyard, we can help here at Pheasant & Co.
We’ve been designing and manufacturing premium quality wooden pergolas right here in the UK for decades, and have a wide selection in stock that would be perfect for your outdoor space.
Give our team a call today on 01280 825 766 or send us an email and we’ll be in touch to answer your questions.
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