Pergolas have proved to be the latest trend for British gardens. They are so helpful for extending your options when it comes to using your garden as you no longer need to wait for the sun to come out and can even enjoy your garden in the rain thanks to the sheltered roof. Here, we reveal everything you need to know before choosing your pergola.
"All pergola ranges allow you to shelter your garden furniture or hot tub underneath even in bad weather."
- White Stores
We currently offer seven styles of our pergolas in a range of different sizes – the Legacy collection, The Legacy collection, The Titan Plus collection, the Halo collection, the Proteus collection, and the Shadow collection. Discover the key differences below:
The Legacy Collection
The Legacy pergola collection is crafted from durable aluminium, making it fully weatherproof and resistant to the elements. Designed for long-lasting outdoor use, it features UV protection to prevent fading and maintain its sleek appearance. Recognised for its innovation, the Legacy pergola is a Red-Dot design award winner, showcasing both style and functionality. It is finished with a high-quality TIGER Drylac powder coating, ensuring superior durability. For added versatility, the pergola can accommodate our range of Legacy privacy screens and attachable aluminium walls, plus lots more accessories, allowing you to create a more enclosed and sheltered space. A built-in drainage system efficiently channels rainwater away, while the adjustable louvres provide control over sunlight and ventilation, offering the perfect balance of shade and openness.
The Titan Plus Collection
The Titan Plus pergola series combines cutting-edge technology with premium craftsmanship for the ultimate outdoor experience. Constructed from durable aluminium, it is fully weatherproof and UV-protected, ensuring long-lasting performance in any season. As a Red-Dot design award winner, the Titan Plus stands out for its sleek, modern aesthetic and innovative features. The remote-controlled louvres allow effortless adjustment, letting you control sunlight and ventilation with the touch of a button. Integrated colour-changing LED lights create a customisable ambiance, perfect for any occasion. Finished with a high-quality TIGER Drylac powder coating, the pergola offers exceptional durability. It is compatible with our range of Legacy accessories, including privacy screens and attachable aluminium walls for added versatility, providing extra shelter and privacy. A built-in drainage system ensures efficient water management, making the Titan Plus a stylish and functional addition to any outdoor space.
The Proteus Collection
The Proteus pergola collection offers a sturdy and stylish outdoor solution, combining aluminium leg poles with galvanised steel louvres for enhanced durability. Designed to withstand the elements, it features UV protection to prevent fading and maintain its sleek appearance over time. The adjustable louvres allow you to control sunlight and ventilation, creating a comfortable outdoor space in any weather. A built-in drainage system efficiently directs rainwater away, ensuring a dry and functional area beneath the pergola. While the Proteus collection is compatible with a Proteus privacy screen for added shelter, the collection as a whole provides a versatile and modern addition to any garden or patio.
The Shadow Collection
The Shadow pergola collection is built from robust galvanised steel, offering strength and durability for year-round outdoor use. Designed for versatility, it features adjustable louvres that open and close, allowing you to control sunlight and airflow with ease. A built-in drainage system efficiently channels rainwater away, keeping the space beneath dry and functional. While the Shadow pergola provides excellent shelter and shade, it is not currently compatible with our range of privacy screens, making it best suited for open, airy garden settings.
All our pergolas have a handy drainage system that works to keep you dry without water building up on top of the closed roof. Any rainwater that lands on the louvres flows into U-shaped channels. From here, the water flows from the roof and into channels in the pergola framework. Once in the horizontal framework, the rainwater will then flow into the inside of the hollow pergola legs and vertically down to the ground. This genius system means that you'll never see the water draining off the pergola. If you were to open the louvres when wet, the U-shaped channels prevent rainwater from dripping under the sheltered area.
Our pergola collections do come with a range of accessories. We have side walls and privacy screens to keep your garden setting private and help prevent against windy afternoons. Please do check that the accessory is compatible with the pergola you have chosen, and some accessory kits will not fit certain pergola models. All this information is on the product pages, but if you're still unsure, you can always reach out to our friendly customer service team.
Before choosing a pergola, we recommend ensuring that the surface you wish to install the pergola on is completely flat, as if it is not, this will affect not only how the pergola drains but also the appearance of the pergola. We advise customers that they are responsible for ensuring the ground is level, and if you choose to purchase and place it on an uneven surface, we cannot accept responsibility for any leaks.
Our pergolas do not require planning permission. However, if you are unsure, we always recommend contacting your Local Planning Office.
All pergolas will require assembly and we recommend 2-3 people would be best to work together to assemble this efficiently and safely, based on the size and the weight of the pieces. The pergolas can take upwards of 2 hours to build; however, full instructions are included to try and make the process as straightforward as possible. We've also created a helpful pergola installation video, which you can watch on YouTube here.
We recommend that the pergola legs are securely bolted to the floor using the holes within each leg base plate and the expansion bolts included. The pergolas can be bolted into all surfaces, including patio and porcelain tiles; however, we recommend taking great care when doing this to avoid cracking or splitting your ground surface.
If you wish to opt for our pergola assembly service, this will be an additional fee. Costs may vary depending on the size of the item and location. To check whether this is available in your area, and upgrade to this service if possible, we recommend placing your order via telephone.
If you are unable to opt for the assembly service, all pergolas will be delivered on a two-man delivery service due to the weight and size of the items. This service can take up to 14 working days from dispatch and the two-man courier service will text you to book you in for a suitable delivery date within the 14-working day period.
