Enhancing the Durability of Outdoor Furniture and Structures In addition to cabins, pergolas, and gazebos, other wooden structures—such as benches, tables, and swing sets—benefit from permanent ...

Historically, pergolas were simple, overhead structures used to protect garden walkways. They were characterized by long linear shapes, said Gail Hansen, an associate professor and Extension ...

People often look to various structures to add height and visual interest to outdoor spaces. Homeowners will likely come across structures like arbors, gazebos, pergolas and even trellises as they ...

Pergolas have been part of home gardens for a long time, but they're getting some modern upgrades because of trends toward backyard sanctuaries and entertaining. *Special offer only available to ...

This Oct. 19, 2018 photo shows a pergola used to enhance a front entry at a home near Langley, Wash. Many of these structures are being upgraded with lighting and retractable shades to cover ...

Historically, pergolas were simple, overhead structures used to protect garden walkways. They were characterized by long linear shapes, said Gail Hansen, an associate professor and Extension ...

Both landscape-design structures support climbing plants, she said, but pergolas are more elaborate and help shade entire outdoor spaces.

A pergola enhances a front entry at a home near Langley on Whidbey Island. Many of these structures are being upgraded with lighting and retractable shades to cover outdoor entertainment areas.