Best Pergola Kits for Your Backyard

There are several types and styles of pergola kits out there, but what makes a good pergola kit great? 

No matter what style you may choose, you want a kit that has materials that are strong and stable, easy to assemble, easy to maintain, and preferably weather and corrosion resistant. 

Peaceful Patios fiberglass, vinyl and aluminum pergola kits are considered some of the best for exactly those reasons. 

However, if you are a traditionalist, Peaceful Patios still offers you beautiful pine and cedar wood pergolas to choose from. 

Peaceful Patios Best Fiberglass Pergola Kits

These fiberglass pergola kits are known for being easy to install, low maintenance, weather and insect proof, and corrosion resistant. 

They will not rot, check, warp, twist, bow nor expand or contract with temperature changes. 

The load bearing columns and steel anchor system makes them stable, and their high strength to weight ratio makes them pound for pound stronger than steel.

Modern Fiberglass Pergola with Fixed Louvers

Peaceful Patios Custom Fiberglass Modern Pergola with Louvered Rafters is a very popular kit.  It maintains all of the characteristics listed above due to the structural fiberglass components. 

The fixed 45-degree louvered rafters provide shade which offers total coverage from one side while allowing light from the other. 

This pergola is made to order.  You decide on the size, height, color and shape (within reason). 

Other options are available, like a cross beam for a hanging fan, privacy screen on one or more sides – it’s custom and up to you!

Things to consider with this kit:

Component Sizes –

• Columns: 10 x 10 inches x 8’ tall standard size. Height can be customized.
• Beams: 8 x 8 inches
• Louvers: 2 x 8 inches. Louvers run the width of the pergola.
• Sizes over 18’ require Heavy Duty anchors, which are included in the price. These anchors make Wind Load Plates unnecessary.
• If you need a custom size, it’s best to fill out the online form.

Installation and Pavers Notes:

• Do not rest or anchor pergola columns directly on top of pavers, tiles, and/or stones.
• Columns should rest or anchor directly to concrete footings with pavers placed around the column.
• If your pavers are thick, request that your columns are made a little longer to account for height clearance of the paver’s thickness.

Because this pergola is a custom built, a lead time is required from the time an order is placed until shipment.  Lead times are provided, as well as, estimates on shipping dates.

Freestanding Fiberglass Pergola with Square Columns

This Freestanding Fiberglass Pergola maintains all of the characteristics listed above due to the structural fiberglass components while adding beauty and comfort to any backyard area. 

It offers a perfect place to cook, eat and entertain friends and family.

Things to consider with this kit:

• Dimensions are not interchangeable. Purlins run along the length of the structure.
• Pergolas come in standard white, or you can enter a color code for any color from Sherwin Williams or Benjamin Moore paints.
• The Napa design tail option is standard; however, you can choose from the other options available.
• CAD drawings are available for each size, as well as, engineering documents if needed for permitting.

Square Column Stock Fiberglass Pergola

Just like the Freestanding Fiberglass Pergola, this Square Column Stock Fiberglass Pergola also maintains all of the characteristics listed above due to the structural fiberglass components and maintains their strength over the life of the product. 

This is a stock pergola, so it is a little more affordable, ships faster and is more basic for easy set up.

Things to consider with this kit:

• This pergola is made to specific dimensions you approve.
• Installation is easy and fast. No cutting is required and all parts are marked.
• Hardware is included. Optional deck plates allow you to anchor to a deck.  Screws for deck plates are not included.
• Pergolas come in standard white, or you can enter a color code for any color from Sherwin Williams or Benjamin Moore paints.
• The Napa design tail option is standard; however, you can choose from the other options available.
• CAD drawings are available for each size, as well as, engineering documents if needed for permitting.

Attached Fiberglass Pergola – Round Columns

This Fiberglass Pergola attaches to your home extending the living space onto your backyard patio or deck. 

It maintains all of the characteristics listed above due to the structural fiberglass components with the classical beauty of round columns, a perfect spot for a cup of coffee in the morning or a glass of wine as the sun sets.

Things to consider with this kit:

• Dimensions are not interchangeable. This attached fiberglass pergola attaches to your home on the length
• Purlins run along the length of the structure. (Different from vinyl structures.)
• Pergolas come in standard white, or you can enter a color code for any color from Sherwin Williams or Benjamin Moore paints.
• The Napa design tail option is standard; however, you can choose from the other options available.
• CAD drawings are available for each size, as well as, engineering documents if needed for permitting.

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Peaceful Patios Best Vinyl Pergola Kits

Peaceful Patios vinyl pergolas are reinforced with aluminum post and rafter inserts keeping your pergola strong and sturdy. 

This rust proof aluminum frame prevents sagging, wilting or twisting and is built to withstand high winds rated at 105 mph. 

This aluminum frame is encased in high quality vinyl which is easy to maintain with no painting required.  It will not rot, attract insects, fade or discolor, bend, warp, crack and/or split. 

Freestanding Contemporary Vinyl Pergola – White

This Freestanding Contemporary White Vinyl Pergola is made of a super strong, rust proof aluminum frame and encased in easy to maintain, high-quality vinyl. 

This premium quality vinyl ensures that the pergola is resistant to fading, discoloring, will not chalk or require painting.  It is strong, built to withstand high winds, long lasting, and easy to maintain.

Things to consider with this kit:

• Completely custom made – You can choose the size, shape, post, amount of shade, even a fan mount.
• Purlins run the width of the pergola.
• Sides are not interchangeable.
• Easy to install – weekend job with helper.
• Color options are white or tan.
• Estimated ship date is two weeks from when order is placed.

14’ x 14’ Freestanding Vinyl Pergola

This 14’ x14’ Freestanding Vinyl Pergola has all the attributes as its Freestanding Contemporary White Vinyl counterpart being made of a super strong, rust proof aluminum frame encased in an easy to maintain, high-quality vinyl.  

It is strong, built to withstand high winds, long lasting, resistant to fading, discoloring, will not chalk or require painting.

Things to consider with this kit:

• Easy to install – weekend job with helper.
• Color options are white or tan.
• For easier installation – include our optional beam Attachment Brackets.
• Optional Hurricane Clips can be included to raise wind rating from 105 mph to 120 mph. This option protects your pergola with a limited lifetime warranty for wind damage.

Attached Contemporary Vinyl Pergola – White

The Attached Contemporary Vinyl Pergola-White is one of the most popular customer pergolas.  Like its counterparts is made of a super strong, rust proof aluminum frame encased in an easy to maintain, high-quality vinyl. 

It is strong, built to withstand high winds, long lasting, resistant to fading, discoloring, will not chalk or require painting.

Things to consider with this kit:       

• Easy to install – weekend job with helper.
• Color options are white or tan.
• This model is available in various sizes – with widths and lengths from 10’ to 16’.
• Depending on the amount of sunlight received, you can choose the degree of shade – 50%, 75% or 90%.
• For an additional fee, fan mounts can be added.

Peaceful Patios Best Aluminum Pergola Kits

Peaceful Patios has upgraded their Aluminum Pergola Kits from being “pretty good” to a best-selling product! 

The aluminum has been upgraded, they now have both crank and motorized options, privacy screens, and louvers with better seals when closed. 

And like the fiberglass and vinyl pergolas, are resistant to the elements and can withstand high winds.

Attached Aluminum Motorized Louvered Pergola – Single Bay

The Attached Aluminum Motorized Louvered Pergola-Single Bay is one of the most popular pergolas among customers due to its remote-controlled louvers that completely shut.  Perfect for those rainy days!

Things to consider with this kit:

• Easy to Install – setup in most cases is 4-5 hours.
• Comes in multiple sizes.
• Remote control for louvers, privacy screens and lighting.
• 100% Rain proof system – equipped with a gutter system to ensure rain properly drains away.
• Can withstand winds up to 110 mph.
• Accessories – LED lighting package, aluminum slat fence style privacy screen, motorized & manual privacy side screens and frameless sliding glass door.

Freestanding Aluminum Automatic Louvered Pergola – 2 Bays (Motorized)

The Freestanding Aluminum Automatic Louvered Pergola-2 Bay (motorized) is another popular product for the same reason as the Attached Aluminum model – remote-controlled louvers that keep the rain out on those rainy days!

Things to consider with this kit:

• Easy to Install – setup in most cases is 4-5 hours.
• Comes in multiple sizes – large pergolas are possible with this model, but for safety reasons it’s best to check with a representative.
• Remote control for louvers, privacy screens and lighting.
• 100% Rain proof system – equipped with a gutter system to ensure rain properly drains away.
• Can withstand winds up to 110 mph.
• Accessories – LED lighting package, aluminum slat fence style privacy screen, motorized & manual privacy side screens and frameless sliding glass door.

*Most of these models come with a 7–10-year warranty on the frame and a 2-year warranty for electronics.

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Peaceful Patios Wood Pergola Kits

Peaceful Patios understands that wood pergolas, with their rustic beauty, is still one of the most common types of pergolas.  Only the best quality wood is used for their wooden pergolas – Southern Treated Pine and Western Red Cedar.

Wood is harvested in the USA and pressure treated to resist decay.  To customize your wood pergola, paint or stain can be used. 

However, Peaceful Patios highly recommends that with the Southern Treated Pine wood only stain should be applied.

Berlin Gardens Outback Cedar Pergola

The Berlin Gardens Outback Cedar Pergola is made by the Amish and known for its rugged beauty. 

The top-grade treated lumber used protects your pergola from the elements.  It is air-dried after treatment to enhance its durability and milled to exact specifications.

Things to consider with this kit:

• Most hire a contractor to put the pergola together, especially for larger sizes.
• It can be done by a DIYer – allow 3 to 4 hours for a regular size wooden pergola.
• Different sizes, posts styles, lengths, and stains are offered. All stain options contain water sealer.
• End caps come in only two styles.
• Posts are laminated to prevent warping.
• Standard post length is 8’, but 10’ or 12’ are available.
• Do not anchor post to pavers, use the Thru Paver or In Ground Post options.
• Saberdrive deck screws draw connecting pieces together.
• Canopy and curtain options available; call for quote.
• Ten-year warranty.

As you can see, Peaceful Patios has the best fiberglass, vinyl, aluminum and wood pergolas for your backyard. 

Our custom and stock pergolas are constructed from the best and strongest materials available, they are made in the USA, come with a limited lifetime warranty, as well as, free shipping to the Continental USA. 

Contact one of our representatives to see how we can help turn your backyard into the oasis you always wanted with a Peaceful Patio Pergola!