Homeowners wanting to upgrade their outdoor living and entertaining spaces often search for unique and beautiful wooden structures like adding a magnificent pergola. Unlike another traditional backyard/patio structure called a pagoda, a pergola doesn’t include a full roof overhead. Take advantage of simply gorgeous wooden pergolas on sale now in PA and/or online.
The History of Pergolas & Where They Were First Found
Pergolas have been around for centuries. The first reported modern day styled pergola can be traced back to medieval times in the 1640s when a prominent historical figure used the design on a religious cloister in Rome. Additionally, archaeologists have uncovered evidence of garden type pergolas at excavation sites dating back almost 3,000 years in ancient Egypt.
The Purpose of Backyard Pergolas Through the Ages
Since ancient times, the purpose of a pergola was to create a partially covered outdoor walkway or sitting area and/or as shaded garden entryway passage. Traditionally, these outdoor pergolas were constructed from wood and detailed with artistic carvings from artisan woodworkers. Rather than a standard roof, a pergola is covered with lattice type boards that can be beautified with climbing vines and/or flowers.
Modern Day Pergola Options That Can Be Customized
Even though pergolas are nothing new, these breezy partial shade structures remain timeless and relevant in today’s modern societies. Once available only to royalty and wealthy landowners, homeowners can find affordable wooden pergolas on sale or order DIY custom pergola kits.
