Bushfire regulations for decking and pergolas
Regulations apply in bushfire prone areas which may affect how you're allowed to build a pergola. Find out what regulations apply, and how they...
Do I need a council permit for a deck or pergola?
Depending on the type of pergola you intend to build, you may need to apply for specific permission to build. Find out when you're...
Cyclone regulations for decks and pergolas
If you're planning on building a pergola in a cyclone prone part of Australia, it will need to comply with the cyclone code. Find...
How to restain a deck or pergola
Over time, decks may lose their colour and lustre. Find out how to choose the right stain for your deck, and safely restain it...
Gabled pergolas
Gabled pergolas feature a ridged or peaked roof, and are recognisable for their triangular shape. Gabled pergolas are attractive, and allow for good water...
Sail pergolas
Sail pergolas are a type of pergola that incorporates a stretched sail suspended between posts as the main roofing structure. These types of pergolas...
Pitched pergolas
Pitched pergolas differ from flat roofed pergolas in that they incorporate a 'pitched' or angled roof. Pitched pergolas allow for good water runoff, and...
Cladded pergolas
Various types of cladding can be installed on pergolas, including shadecloth, steel, plastic, PVC, among others. Find out more about what cladded pergolas and...
How to choose decking and pergola timbers
Not all timbers are suitable for all aspects of the construction of pergolas and gazebos. Some may be ideal for infills, but not for...
Deck and pergola footings and supports
The footings and supports used for your pergola will directly affect how stable it is. They will also determine how resistant it is to...