Draw More Business with a Pergol

Looking for the perfect outdoor centerpiece? For forward-thinking entrepreneurs realizing the need for additional seating that is probably already built into the leased space, louvered Arcadia aluminum pergolas deliver. Paired with just the right accessories for your establishment, you can transform your patio, deck, balcony or rooftop space into a functional favorite that will deliver year-round.

How Can You Pull it All Together with a Pergola?
From pavers to ponds, pathways to plants, the right combination of accoutrements nestled under today’s cutting-edge aluminum louvered roof pergola systems will not only define your outdoor space, but also enhance functionality, boosting profit potential...

●        Add Usable Space
From restaurant seating to retail sales and outdoor office space, pergolas provide the perfect opportunity to cash-in on continuity and productivity, maximizing sales potential and offering opportunities to make better use of indoor space.

●        Provide Versatile, Dependable Shelter
Going beyond shade, Arcadia louvered pergola technology lets you dial-in just the right amount of sun, shade, or shelter to provide full precipitation protection via a built-in gutter system, or pivoting open to reveal just the right amount of sunshine. Pest or privacy problems? Eliminate them with motorized, retractable shades designed to match your décor.

●        Create Versatility
Enhance the usefulness of your outdoor space with an array of accessories from the perfect lighting and outlet technology, table and seating arrangements, privacy curtains and screens, outdoor heating, and audio/visual tech that’s perfect for hosting outdoor meetings and events.

●        Gain Attention
A pergola, alongside the features housed within, offers a prime opportunity for gaining customer attention and business, particularly where alfresco dining and drinks are a premium. Consider the ways you might enhance the beauty and ambiance of your space: Restaurant seating a la fireplace… A balcony lounge with a view… Or rooftop green space with built-in outlets and Wi-Fi, allowing employees to remain productive and enjoy the health benefits of the outdoors without straying too far from the desk.

●        Cozy up to Customers
Taking advantage of fans and the enhanced ventilation only an aluminum louvered pergola can provide in the summer, and the employing the latest in low maintenance patio heater and outdoor gas fireplace technology in the cool weather season, keeping customers comfortable and where you want them year-round: At your business.

●        Reduce Maintenance Needs
With aluminum options designed for minimal maintenance and ease-of-use, including the latest in smart pergola technology. Operate on-the-fly, program settings, or take advantage of the latest in sensor technology for the perfect pergola setting no matter the weather.

Not sure what elements will work best with your design or overwhelmed by your choices? We have the experience to help you create the perfect space for your business. Contact Denver Pergola Systems to uncover how you can draw more business with a pergola today.

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Work Smarter Not Harder: Adding a Smart Pergola to Your Commercial Space

Are you missing out on tech that can help your business operate more efficiently and save money? From boosting your revenue stream to time-savings and energy expenditures, smart pergolas make dollars and sense.

The Brains of the Operation
In today’s age of the Internet of Things (IoT), technologically advanced everyday items with ‘smart’ options offer businesses the opportunity to streamline operations, reduce costs, and remain competitive. According to a Strategy Analytics IoT 2016 Deployment and Usage Trends Survey of 350 global business across 23 vertical markets, nearly 70% of businesses worldwide have begun such IoT device incorporations. Appliances, lighting, thermostats and more offer tremendous opportunity for creating healthier, more comfortable, increasingly energy efficient work and customer environments – and ‘smart’ pergolas are no exception. 

What Can You Accomplish with Smart Pergola Tech?

●        Energy savings
Open or close you louvered pergola roof, allowing the sun to shine inside in the winter, or deflecting the sun’s rays in the summer to reduce the strain on your HVAC, lowering energy costs - and your carbon footprint.

●        Time savings
Prevent the endless need to constantly raise/lower umbrellas and awnings and wipe down tables with every Denver afternoon storm.

●        Monetary savings
Protect the lifespan of outdoor furnishings, guarding them against the damaging UV effects of sun, wind and precipitation.

●        Reduce maintenance
With components built to last a lifetime: Quiet, American-made CE and UL certified motors built to stand-up to the harshest outdoor environments without maintenance.

●        Protect customers
Comfortable customers stay longer, and smart pergolas help you keep clientele happy year-round, keeping not only the weather at bay, but pests of all kinds with motorized screens and curtains for improved comfort and privacy.

●        Boosts revenue
Add additional multifunctional seating/client space where none previously existed, from rooftops to balconies and traditional patio fare.

●        Convenience
A truly ‘smart’ device, our iLouver pergola technology integrates meaningful, useful technology…

Just How ‘Smart’ Are We?
Arcadia’s iLouver app-driven operation provides the ultimate in comfort and weather control. Available for free download from Apple and Google Play stores, the iLouver app offers a broad expanse of control and programming options…

●        Schedule opening/closing at specific times of the day.

●        Re-open to last known position.

●        Setup and choose between 4 pre-set positions.

●        Employ sensor technology for the automatic opening/closing of your roof depending on weather conditions (rain, wind).

●        Direct sun into or out of your outdoor area for comfort – or to help control your interior heating/cooling costs.

●        Rest easy, knowing ‘hurricane mode’ will override all functions to protect your pergola in high winds, allowing for the free flow of air through louvers.

Smarten up your operation. Contact Denver Pergola Systems and learn more about Arcadia adjustable aluminum pergolas today.

This post was originally published at http://www.denverpergolas.com/work-smarter-not-harder-adding-smart-pergola-commercial-space/

Arcadia Louvered Roof Systems Makes the Cut

The third time’s the charm for Arcadia Louvered Roof Systems. Earning a spot on “The Inc. 5000” list for the third time in a row, the company has proven itself an industry and business leader yet again by making the ranks of this prestigious list of the fastest growing private companies across America.

An Entrepreneurial Success Story
The foremost manufacturer of custom commercial and residential aluminum pergolas, Arcadia was the brainchild of CEO and Chief Product Architect Scott Selzer, a former teacher inspired by his students to follow his dream. An innovator in the modern-day louvered roof arena, Selzer’s Arcadia Louvered Roof Systems have once again joined the 2017 Inc. 5000 honoree list. Proudly joining companies including Freedom Mortgage, the Pinnacle Group, Halo Top Creamery, and other independent, privately held, leading U.S.-based businesses, this year’s nominees represent the cream of the crop, with a minimum revenue stream of for 2016 of $2 million, and the average company on the Inc. 5000 list attaining an average three-year growth of 481%.

A Concept that Is Spreading Like Wildfire
Through it all, Arcadia continues to acknowledge a loyal customer base for their success in staying atop the prestigious list for the third year running. As commercial and residential customers increasingly turn to the Arcadia as a means to take advantage of the great outdoors year-round due to the louvered roof system’s unique adjustable design, business is booming. Facilities have expanded from their beginnings in Georgia to the West Coast to accommodate the public’s rising demand. Constantly evolving and on the cutting edge of architectural and technological outdoor living innovations, Arcadia ‘smart roofs’ offer the versatile atmosphere today’s home and business owners demand.

Ready to Take Your Outdoor Living Space to the Next Level?
Join the throngs of satisfied Arcadia louvered roof customers nationwide, discovering why Arcadia Louvered Roof Systems are taking the market by storm. Learn more about Arcadia’s reputation for stellar quality and service. Contact Denver Pergola Systems today.

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How Big Does Your Restaurant's Patio Need to Be?

Extending your usable square footage with the addition of restaurant patio space? Though property boundaries and layout will affect your final patio dimensions, looking to a few general sizing rules of thumb can help you ensure a productive build and avoid overspending.

Sizing Obstacles
Spaces that are too small will feel cramped, crowding customers and creating an obstacle course for wait staff that could result in embarrassing incidents. Overlarge patios, on the other hand, can make your dining space feel less intimate and suck up build funds that could be better used for standout features such as outdoor fireplaces and integral shelter.

Hitting the Sweet Spot
These general sizing guidelines can help you decide on a size that’s just right in terms of space planning. Just be sure, before planning, to check with your local building department to avoid design blunders, checking into permit needs, setback requirements, and other rules and regs that could affect your restaurant’s final patio size and location.

●        Bistro Table Seating (Seating for 2)
Allow around 2 ½ feet from the edge of bistro tables to the edge of your patio to allow for chair and circulation space. 6 feet by 8 per table is roughly the minimum necessary for comfortable seating.

●        Square and Round Table Seating (for 4-6)
Square and round tables seating 4-6 patrons generally require 10 ½ by 10 ½ feet at a minimum, though 12 by 12 or larger spacing improves comfort.

●        Larger Arrangements
Budget 3 by 3 feet of space for each chair surrounding an outdoor table. To ensure comfort and fit, create a mock-up on graph paper to map out a plan, creating paper cut outs to allow you to investigate different furniture and décor arrangements.

●        Patios with Fire Features
A great way to draw guests outdoors, fire features like firepits and fireplaces need at least 2 ½ feet between the feature and seating to allow for comfort, with larger features requiring more space.

Tips for Enhancing Patio Feel

●        Avoiding Server Situations
Be sure to plan in ample space surrounding doorways for servers wrangling large trays of food and drinks. The last thing you want is to drop dining fare on unsuspecting patrons.

●        Enabling Versatility
Moveable seating surpasses built-in furniture in seating flexibility and comfort.

●        Opening Up the Space
Plants on the walls and overhead, such as small trees and vining foliage, can make your patio space feel larger, with low stone borders to protect plants from chair pushbacks.

●        Fighting Weather Woes
Providing shade and weather protection should be high on your list of patio priorities. And Arcadia adjustable aluminum pergolas allow you to make the most of all weather situations, increasing circulation while providing circulation on warm days, opening to offer the warmth of sunlight in the autumn chill, and providing the perfect amount of shelter to protect food and patrons from precipitation as compared to the limited protection of awnings and flimsy umbrellas.

●        Providing Privacy
Motorized screens and retractable curtains provide general patron privacy around the perimeter, and can and enhance configuration options, allowing for the creation of meeting space for everything from wedding to business events.

Puzzling out key sizing parameters? The outdoor living experts at Denver Pergola Systems can help with covering the useable space you have. Contact us to learn more about boosting your revenue stream with the addition of a restaurant patio today.

This post was originally published at http://www.denverpergolas.com/big-restaurants-patio-need/

Outdoor Living Area Designs: 6 Ways to Extend the Outdoor Living Season through the Winter

For outdoor lovers dreading the cold, properly planned outdoor living area designs can help you extend the season. With the right design elements and features, comfortable outdoor living in the colder weather is possible – sans the extra sweater.

6 Ways to Cozy Up to the Fall & Winter Outdoor Living Season:

1.       Kick up the heat.
From the permanent to the portable, warm things up with built-in or portable gas or electric fireplaces and fire pits. Want to ward-off heat loss? Overhead infrared heaters emit radiant heat, (think of the sun’s rays), providing highly efficient warmth. A single 1500-watt heater utilizes only around 30-cents/hour in electricity!

2.       Shed a little light on things.
When the clocks ‘fall back’ you’ll need additional lighting for your outdoor space. Create the right look with built-in, multi-temperature friendly LEDs, considering dimmable options for added flexibility. For detached structures, don’t forget solar path lighting and spotlights to help light the way.

3.       Let the sunshine in (and keep the snow out).
With a covered patio, you’re much more likely to stay outside when temperatures drop. And with the 170-degree rotational flexibility of Arcadia adjustable pergolas, you can take advantage of every weather facet. Close louvers to contain warmth and snuff out snow and rain - or open them on fair weather days to bask in the sun’s warmth.

4.       Screen for trouble.
Motorized, retractable screens and curtains let you enjoy the view or contain the warmth, depending on the weather. Block the breeze and gain added privacy and pest protection, or let the light shine in with the click of a button with the latest in ‘smart’ operation and weather sensing technology.

5.       Up the coziness factor.
Skip cold metal and plastic furniture for upholstered options, bringing indoor comforts outdoors with pillows and throw blankets. Add rugs over cold concrete and decking to keep toes toasty.

6.       Don’t give up on watersports.
Hot tubs offer year-round relaxation – but feel especially good when temperatures drop.

Don’t give up on outdoor entertaining just because the days are growing cooler. Create an outdoor living space that’s functional year-round with the help of Denver Pergola Systems today.

This blog was originally published at http://www.denverpergolas.com/outdoor-living-area-designs-6-ways-extend-outdoor-living-season-winter/

Covered Patio Designs: Extend the Outdoor Dining Season Well Into the Fall

Weather is cooling off. Will your customers be shoving off to warmer venues? With the latest in covered patio designs from Denver Pergola Systems, you can extend your business well into the winter, hanging on to your loyal customer base and boosting revenue beyond the typical outdoor season.

Comfy & Dry – Adjustable Pergola Technology
Protect patrons from Denver’s rain, snow or blinding afternoon sun with the latest in adjustable pergola technology. With a full 170-degrees of rotation and remote control or smart-device-driven operation, seal out the rain and snow with the touch of a button, take shelter from the afternoon sun, or indulge in its warmth and light in the morning and afternoon hours. Arcadia adjustable pergolas and awnings provide the ultimate in outdoor comfort, allowing your business and patrons to take prime advantage of outdoor space, no matter the weather.

Warm & Cozy – Patio Heaters
Add needed warmth with infrared patio heating technology. Creating radiant heat like the sun’s rays, infrared heating solutions give warmth to the objects surrounding them, rather than releasing heat into the air. Preventing heat from escaping into the atmosphere, infrared heaters provide the ultimate in patron comfort and energy efficient warmth. A single, 1500-watt heater costs only 30-cents an hour to operate, an expense that is quickly and easily recouped with a single sale. Infrared heaters blend seamlessly into your aluminum pergola structure, mounting conveniently overhead.

Unmatched Ambiance - Fireplaces and Fire Pits
Among today’s most requested outdoor features, the cozy warmth and beautiful flames of outdoor fireplaces and gas fire pits offer an inviting atmosphere and additional warmth. Such creature comforts are easily added with the Arcadia pergola. The pergola’s fully extruded aluminum construction nixes fire safety issues, and ventilation of particulates is a breeze whether louvers are opened or closed.

Private & Protected – Motorized Screens
Provide privacy and protection with motorized pergola screens from industry pioneer Progressive Screens. Motorized screens quickly create a quiet, relaxing patron environment, free of flying pests and the glare of the sun, as well as better control the thermal environment of your outdoor area. Available in a variety of standard and custom screen colors, the smooth, consistent movement of these stylish, innovative screens ensures secure protection with every use. Operate from anywhere in your business via remote or smart-device, or add optional weather responsive sensor tech for the ultimate in convenience.

Getting ready to close-up for the season? Step outside the box – and let your customers in. Make the most of your outdoor space with the help of Denver Pergola Systems today.

This blog was originally published at http://www.denverpergolas.com/covered-patio-designs-extend-outdoor-dining-season-well-fall/

Awkward Layout? Custom Patio Covers Can Create Usable Space

Trying to fit a standard size patio cover into a space with a unique or irregular layout often creates more problems than it solves. As the awkward fit of off-the-shelf shelters snowball into installation, design and décor complications, you may find yourself wanting to employ the use of your hammer and saw for more… destructive endeavors. For many, standard sizes just don’t work. Custom patio covers are necessary for successful, visually and functionally integrated results.

If It Can Be Done, It Will Be
With Arcadia adjustable aluminum pergolas, no installation is impossible, from narrow decks to massive patio spaces and even balcony and rooftop installations. Whether you need weather protection for a walkway, or added seating for your restaurant, all kits are custom made to your design needs and specifications. Simply provide us with your design, or explain your current conundrum and setting, and let our experience professionals design the perfect custom shelter for your space.

Forget Forcing One-Size-Fits-Most Solutions
Nix cookie-cutter fare in favor of a solution unique to your outdoor living space or branding needs…

●     Customized Looks
Choose from standard or custom colors, including faux wood wrap, adding columns or corbel ends for seamless transition into your existing space.

●     Personalized Features
Add your choice of lighting, ceiling fans, patio heaters, outdoor television and stereo equipment, motorized screens and curtains, and more, creating the ideal environment for family or customer comfort.

●     Specialized Operation
Dial-in your comfort level. Let the sun shine in or seal the rain out with the Arcadia’s unique design, featuring 170-degrees of pivoting flexibility and leak-proof rain and gutter protection. Choose from manual, remote control, or iLouver app-driven operation with added technology for on-the-fly, pre-programmed, or weather-driven response.

●     A Lifetime of Use
Built with the unparalleled quality all Arcadia systems provide, including fully-extruded, low-maintenance aluminum construction; hurricane-proof design; pest-proof, rot-proof, and heat-reflective Akzo Nobel powder coating; and 360-degree built-in gutter system, our customized pergola systems are built-to-last, and backed by a limited lifetime warranty.

Experience a new era in patio design. Contact Denver Pergola Systems today.

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Transitioning your Patio Decor Season to Season

Fall for Autumn: Seasonally Inspired Patio Decor
Embrace the best of each season with likewise transitioning patio décor. As summer’s warmth fades to the crisp coolness of fall, add fun and festivity, outfitting your outdoor living space with the rich colors, textures, and aromas of the season….

Trade-Out Splashy Spring & Summer Colors for More Rustic Hues
Pack away beachy blues and summer brights in favor of hues that echo brilliant fall foliage in warm oranges, soft reds, and browns.

Add Light and Warmth
With a crackling outdoor fireplace, fire pit, or patio warmer, and the cozy glow of scented candles in aromas of apple pie, pumpkin, and vanilla. 

Up the Coziness Factor
Ditch water-friendly poolside lounges in favor of soft, inviting seating that imbues warmth.  Keep blankets handy for snuggling up outdoors on chilly nights, tossing cozy and colorful fall throws amongst furniture.

Trade Summer Décor for Fall Flare
Swap beachy summer welcome mats for those with fallen leaves, pumpkins or richly textured, natural options like cork and burlap.

Replace Annuals with Hardy Fall Blooms
Trade-out bright impatiens and petunias for hardy fall mums housed in rustic wood and metal containers. Create added visual interest with low-maintenance ornamental grasses, adding a touch of country flare with bales of hay and dried corn stalks.

Think with Your Stomach
Seasonal produce such as pumpkins, gourds, and apples make for a fabulous fall display that’s easy to transition from October to November.

Keep Things Warm and Dry
Ensure the year-round functionality of your outdoor living space with versatile, flexible patio cover. Enjoy the best the season has to offer, basking in the warmth of the fall sun, or seeking shelter from wet, blustery weather with the unique, 170-degree rotational flexibility and interlocking design of your Arcadia aluminum pergola. 

Create a patio that’s worthy not just of this season – but every season. Contact Denver Pergolas Systems to learn more today.

This post was originally published at http://www.denverpergolas.com/transitioning-patio-decor-season-season/

Weather’s Cooling, But the Sun’s Still Scorching – Protect Yourself with Patio Sun Shades

Summer is fading and the fall is on its way. Unfortunately, given the cooler, more inviting outdoor temperatures, many forego the protection of patio sun shades and sunblock. The sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays, however, last far beyond those days of fun in the summer sun.

There’s More to a Sunburn than Heat

UVB rays, which provide heat, do indeed weaken in the fall and winter as the earth spins away from the sun. However UVA rays reach the earth with any visible light, and are present 365 days a year. This often leads to necessary sun protection going overlooked when temperatures drop.

Many Factors Affect Your Exposure to UV Rays…

●     Time of Day
UV is greatest when the sun is high in the sky, between 10am and 4pm.

●     Season
Monitoring the UV index though your local weather channel can help you track exposure levels during prime outdoor seasons.

●     Location
UV is strongest at the equator, growing weaker toward the poles.

●     Altitude
The cleaner, thinner air found at higher altitudes increases UV exposure.

●     Age
The thinner skin of children and the elderly is more at-risk than the skin of an adult.

●     Exposure Time
Obviously, the longer you are out in the sun, the more UV rays you’ll encounter.

Protect Yourself & Enjoy Your Time Outdoors
Awareness of prime exposure times, conditions, and locales is key. But while sunscreen and protective gear are a great precaution, UV can penetrate most fabrics, from cotton shirts to inexpensive patio umbrellas and canopies. The only surefire way to prevent sun overexposure is with reliable shade – and not all shade is created equally.

The Ultimate in Weather Protection
Shade is relevant to the angle of the sun, making the size and orientation of sun shelter key. A feature which the fully-customizable Arcadia pergola provides in spades, given its 170-degrees of louver adjustability. Whether you’re enjoying a bit of Mother Nature’s free vitamin D via fully open louvers, or seeking shelter from the sun or rain, the Arcadia’s easy, on-demand adjustability provides just the protection you need. Optional motorized screens and curtains offer additional weather protection and privacy, for a fully-customized outdoor experience that’s second-to-none.

Don’t fear the power of the sun – harness it – beating the winter blues while still maintaining comfort and safety. Open the door to a better outdoor living experience. Contact Denver Pergola Systems today.   

This post was originally published at http://www.denverpergolas.com/weathers-cooling-suns-still-scorching-protect-patio-sun-shades/

Outdoor Pergolas: See the Possibilities

Stuck in a rut? Outdoor pergolas offer far more than shelter for a meager patio table and chair set. Sometimes you have to think outside the box to achieve your dream outdoor living space design.

Open Up to the Possibilities…

●     Fire in the Sky
Easily add a second story or rooftop deck to your home or business with a lightweight and versatile Arcadia aluminum pergola. An unmatched solution for any airborne endeavor, create prime square footage above existing space, topped off with the flare of an outdoor gas or electric fireplace for stunning looks and added warmth.

●     Earthy Outdoor Room
Blend into the mountains or surroundings with a green, earthy brown, or faux wood wrapped adjustable pergola, creating a ‘Zen’ space and relaxing in Mother Nature in comfort and style. Go green with natural fabrics and plant life, or mix things up with more modern additions like an outdoor flat screen and fully-equipped bar or kitchenette. 

●     Peaceful & Private
Block out the neighbors’ view or provide patrons privacy and added noise and sunlight protection with the addition of motorized screens and curtains. Further the secluded feel with strategically selected and placed plants and shrubbery.

●     Redefine Lounging Poolside
Add a comfy swing or convertible couch, colorful slings, or top-of-the-line lounging fare, indulging in a post-swim read. Partition off areas, adding an outdoor shower and defining space with tall plants in raised containers, or gain added privacy with motorized screens and curtains.

●     Rooftop Kitchen with a View
Add outdoor dining and bar space, turning unused rooftop square footage into profit. Pick your motif, creating sophisticated vibe with an added fireplace and decorative lighting, or more fun fare, surrounding the space in outdoor televisions, ping pong tables, and other game day fare.
Separate larger areas with planters and seasonal flowers, or more fully define the space with motorized screens and curtains for privacy and party rental space.

●     Pergola Pizza Parlor
Add a wood-fired pizza oven surrounded by bar-style seating, and you’re in-business.

●     Share the Sandbox
From a fun place for the kids to entertain themselves, to a unique poolside or restaurant bar-side retreat, adjustable aluminum pergolas can be added anywhere, floor to ceiling, sand to cement.

What’s your outdoor living dream? Achieve it with the latest in outdoor pergola technology. Let your imagination run wild, realizing your dream design with the help of Denver Pergola Systems today.

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Adjustable Louvered Pergola - What Is That?

You love enjoying prime times in the Denver seasons; rolling back your car’s sunroof, convertible top, or windows to take in the surroundings as you travel throughout town. But you’re probably missing out on this enjoyment in your own backyard. This sort of versatility is precisely what an adjustable louvered pergola provides.

Souped-Up
Making your outdoor space more enjoyable, adjustable pergolas are a unique new way to manage the outdoor elements, allowing you to transform your backyard alongside daily weather and seasonal fluctuations. Rather than limiting you to a fixed open or shut roof position as traditional wooden pergolas, patio awnings, and fixed roofs, Arcadia pergolas offer a full 170 degrees of rotational adjustability, allowing you to dial-in comfort based on the sun’s position and your rain shelter needs.

Decked-Out
Love rolling back the sunroof? The Arcadia Slide offers similar functionality in your outdoor space. Slide open to enjoy unobstructed sky views, or slide shut and take shelter from sun and rain, taking advantage of its fully adjustable louvered design with your family or friends.

High Performance
Installed attached to your home or freestanding, compatible with ground, decking, balcony, or rooftop installations, each Arcadia louvered pergola is custom-constructed to reflect your needs and your home’s personality. Custom accessories abound ranging from ceiling fans and lighting to corbel ends, columns, and fully motorized screens and curtains. Select from a rainbow of colors, including faux wood wrap, for the perfect complement to any space. Choose from remote control operation, or mobile-device-driven iLouver app, adjusting your pergola from anywhere based on time and pre-set positions, or with added sensor technology for pre-programmed, weather-driven response.

More than a ‘Fair Weather’ Accessory
Engineered to withstand heavy snow loads and hurricane force winds, the strong, but lightweight fully extruded aluminum construction of the Arcadia is built to last, and covered in heat reflective, premium Akzo Nobel powder coating for a nearly maintenance-free exterior. Patented, interlocking louver design provides leak-free shelter, disposing of water via the 360-degree built-in/integrated gutter system. Just one of the many reasons restaurants, country clubs, resorts, theme parks, and sports venues rely on the Arcadia for customer comfort and steady revenue.

Looking to supercharge your outdoor space? Create an outdoor living area you’ll enjoy throughout the year, and for many years to come. Uncover new options with Denver Pergola Systems today.

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Patio Cover Designs: Creating a Personalized Outdoor Living Space

What’s the key to designing the ultimate outdoor living space? Being yourself. Outdoor livings spaces are as unique as those who own them, ranging from bedrooms to bar rooms. By looking a little deeper into yourself, you can create the perfect space to maximize your outdoor living enjoyment.

Common Outdoor Patio Cover Designs
What’s the perfect inside-out twist for your home or lifestyle?

●        Outdoor Living Room
Entertain outside all year long with an outdoor living space complete with comfy seating and tables, big-screen TV, fans, fireplace or firepit, and the latest in popular outdoor accessories, creating a welcoming gathering place for friends and family.
Outdoor Bedroom
Yearning to wake up to the birds chirping? Connect with nature with an indoor-outdoor bedroom and ‘glamp’ in your backyard. Don’t want to go full-on bedroom? Incorporate a hammock or futon into your outdoor living or dining space for a more multifunctional design.

●     Outdoor Kitchen/Dining
Don’t just haul dining fare out to the grill. Take the entire cooking process outside, kicking it up a notch with an outdoor kitchen and dining area. Add an open-flame barbecue, pizza oven, or an entire kitchenette with ample counter space and seating.

●     Outdoor Barroom
Have a glass in style and comfort in your own uniquely-themed outdoor bar space with a built-in fridge, blender, flat-screen, and conversation-inspiring seating, stocking your shelves with your favorite libations.

●     Ensuring the Longevity of Your Dream Design
While your personal style may be ‘understated,’ throwing a couch on the lawn or a cheap plastic table and chairs on the porch does not make for an ideal outdoor space. Comfort is a must, as your monetary investment will become nothing more than a picture window without it, and all items able to withstand Denver sun, wind, afternoon showers without falling apart or mildewing. Ensure a lasting design by decking out your deck or patio with…

●     Materials that Last
Furnishings and accessories must be engineered to withstand outdoor conditions. Aluminum, PVC, and plastic require minimal maintenance and resist rust. Steel and wrought iron also offer sturdy options, but may require a weatherproof finish to avoid rust. Wood is also sturdy, but will require regular maintenance and preservation. Rattan and wicker likewise require regular weatherproofing. And mildew and stain resistant fabrics are a must: Cushion air vents, solution-dyed acrylics and spun polyesters are ideal.

●     Items that are Carefully Constructed
Don’t be remembered for the party where Grandma obliterated the chair or the wine refrigerator went up in a puff of smoke. Look to quality-constructed materials: Leave wobbly furnishings by the wayside for the comfort and safety of guests, and don’t skimp on appliances – those not outdoor-certified are a disaster waiting to happen.

●     A Shelter that Can Take What Denver Dishes
Ensure year-long use of your outdoor living space with the shelter of a pergola for trusted rain protection and shade. Built for the harshest environments including heavy snow loads and hurricane-force winds, Arcadia aluminum pergolas offer the ultimate in comfort and flexibility-of-use. Fully-adjustable louvers provide 170-degrees of rotation, allowing you to dial-in just the right amount of sun, shade, or built-in, leak-proof rain protection. Choose from an array of customizable accessories perfectly suited to your space, from lighting and fans, to privacy and pest protection via retractable, motorized screens. Incorporate built-in rain and wind sensors, pairing with iLouver smart-device-driven operation for the ultimate in outdoor protection for all of your accouterments.

Need help designing your outdoor space? We can help you bring any idea to life. See your backyard in a different light with the help of Denver Pergola Systems today.

This post was originally published at http://www.denverpergolas.com/patio-cover-designs-creating-personalized-outdoor-living-space/

Outdoor Gear Tips for Cleaning Patio, Pergola Products

When was the last time your patio or pergola got a little cleaning TLC? As with everything else you own, your outdoor living space also needs a little attention from time to time. Keeping things clean makes time spent outdoors a lot more comfortable and enjoyable. And accomplished on a beautiful, breezy day, the experience can be much less of a chore.

How Often Should I Clean Outdoor Furnishings?
Experts recommend cleaning outdoor gear seasonally to keep mildew and insects away, as well as to ensure its longevity.

Keep Things In-Shape with these Outdoor Furniture Cleaning Tips
Whether you’re cleaning things up in preparation for storage – or it’s just been a while – ensure a successful cleaning adventure with these tips for caring for outdoor living products…

●     Wood
Hardwood furniture, decking, and wooden pergola structures typically require annual sanding and the re-application of protective finishes to maintain wood against weather, pests and keep it looking its best. Have a collection of wicker or painted wood furniture? Cleaning with mild oil-based soaps is best.

●     Plastic
Commercial multipurpose cleaners are often too harsh for plastic furnishings, discoloring and breaking down resins. A bit of dishwashing detergent in warm water will typically do the trick. For mildew and stuck-on dirt, substitute a small amount of automatic dishwasher detergent or a bit of baking soda, rinsing well to avoid residues.

●     Glass
With glass surfaces, make your first pass with a soft cloth or sponge and a solution of dishwashing detergent. Rinse, then finish with a vinegar or glass cleaning solution applied with a microfiber cloth for a streak-free shine.

●     Cushions
The DIY Network offers this advice for cushion and outdoor fabric cleaning: Mix 1-tsp dishwashing detergent, 1-tbps borax and 1-quart warm water. Saturate sponge and apply to cushions. Let sit 15 minutes, then remove with high-force hose nozzle. Keep a bottle of 50/50 diluted vinegar on-hand afterward to spray mesh and plastic surfaces to inhibit mold/mildew growth.

●     Unknown Materials
For all those ‘cute’ impulse buys of unknown origin, check tags for material designations and cleaning instructions. When in-doubt, start mild with soap and water solutions, and always test an inconspicuous area before continuing.

Looking for Outdoor Fare that Involves a Little Less Maintenance?
Arcadia adjustable aluminum pergolas perform double-duty, with 170-degrees of pivoting flexibility to keep you and your outdoor furnishings protected from wear-and-tear suffered by Colorado’s brutal sun, rain and snow. Designed for minimal maintenance, premium Akzo Nobel powder coated finish keeps maintenance minimal. Surfaces will not rot, rust, corrode or house insects.  Whether driven by remote control or iLouver smart-device operation, American-made CE and UL certified motors are maintenance-free for the life of the product, built to withstand the harshest conditions for a hassle-free outdoor experience.

Spend more time enjoying the outdoors and less time on chores. Make outdoor living a breeze. Clean up your act with the help of Denver Pergola Systems today.

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