A Pergola is built using vertical posts that support cross beams, rafters or open lattice.  The top can be left open or a roof can be added.

Adding a roof to the pergola offers more protection from the weather.  The roof can be colorbond, corrugated, clear multiwall, clear corrugated, or a combination of roofing types.  Clear roofing offers protection from the elements but permits sunlight to fill the area, whereas using traditional roofing such as colorbond and corrugated roofing will offer more shade and a cooler area, which can be quite appealing in the hot Queensland Summer months.

The other option is to have no roof on the pergola.  This will offer dappled shade, and if covered in climbing plants it will offer some protection from rain and other elements.  This creates a beautiful natural zone for the garden and home.

Some Pergolas with a roof 

Enclosing the pergola with a roof offers complete protection from the elements.  It makes a great outdoor space that can be used for entertaining all year round and extends the living space of the home.

A pergola without a roof can be covered in climbing plants which will provide dappled shade and look beautiful.  Alternatively, leaving the structure plain and open creates a modern style and makes the area look clean and crisp.

Permitting climbers and flowers to grow over the Pergola creates a peaceful, natural escape zone.

Leaving the Pergola plain with no roof creates a modern clean finish.

How can Diamond Patios help?

Diamond Patios can help you design the perfect pergola for your home and bring your vision to fruition.

Offering expert advice and using only quality products you can rest assured your investment will last long into the future.

You can choose to leave the Pergola roof open or you can choose colorbond, corrugated, clear multiwall, clear corrugated, or a combination of roofing types.

Get an obligation-free quote using our patio roof calculator for an estimate, or Get in touch with the team to discuss your pergola at Diamond Patios to talk about your pergola plans.