More Shade Structures
Pergola with retractable canopy: how it works
A pergola with retractable canopy has a polyester shade cloth that slides along the top rails. Pull it closed for shade at midday, or gather it back to let the sun in on a cool morning. The canopy is shade, not a solid roof, so open it in strong wind and before heavy rain or snow. Because you control it, the same patio can be a sunny breakfast spot and a shaded dinner spot on one day.
Retractable pergola canopy sizes
Retractable pergola canopy sizes here include 9x12, 9.2x13, 10x10, 11x16 and 11x20 feet. Heights run from about 85.4 to 100.8 inches. A 10x10 pergola shades a bistro set or two lounge chairs, 9x12 to 9.2x13 covers a dining table for four to six, and 11x16 or 11x20 shelters a sectional and a dining set together.
Retractable pergola shade frames: aluminum or steel
A retractable pergola shade sits on a metal frame. Most frames here are aluminum, which is light and does not rust, in dark gray, brown, yellow brown and blue. The 9x12 pergolas use steel frames in gray or beige and brown. Anchor the posts to a deck, patio slab or the ground before you open the canopy. A dark gray or brown frame blends into most yards, while blue adds a bright accent against a light house.
Retractable roof pergola care
A retractable roof pergola stays in good shape with a little seasonal care. Brush leaves off the canopy, rinse it with mild soap and water, and let it dry fully before folding it back. Check the slides and fixings each spring. In the off-season, remove or tie back the canopy so wind and snow cannot stress the frame.
Specifications
- Canopy
- Retractable polyester shade
- Sizes
- 9x12 ft, 9.2x13 ft, 10x10 ft, 11x16 ft, 11x20 ft
- Heights
- About 85.4 to 100.8 in
- Frames
- Aluminum, Steel
- Colors
- Dark gray, Gray, Brown, Yellow brown, Beige and brown, Blue
- Free shipping
- Free
Good to know