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.

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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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Outdoor Patio Ideas: Banish Boredom with an Outdoor Theater

Grilling out while family and friends enjoy the pool is a lot of fun. Unfortunately, these activities may not be enough for some guests. Luckily, electronic entertainment is easily – and surprisingly, inexpensively – added to your outdoor space.

Outdoor Patio Ideas for Value-Added Entertainment
Host the big game, a regularly-scheduled family movie night, or simply keep the kids from whining with the help of one of these easily-integrated outdoor theater solutions…

●     The 1-2 Punch: Projection Screen + Projector

●     Projection Screens
Now you see it… Now you don’t! Inexpensive pop-up screens offer fast and flexible functionality. Look for those specifically designed for outdoor use to reduce molding and discoloration. For a higher-end option retractable screens by Progressive Screens offer shade, wind and privacy projection, and, depending on the color, can also be used as a movie screen.

●     Projectors
Though not made to reside outside, portable projectors are easy to tote back and forth, featuring built-in DVD players and can be connected to exterior speakers. Prices and selection for online retailers are shockingly affordable. Just be sure to lean-on well-reviewed products.

●     Outdoor TVs
A light drizzle or a simple hose squirt can rapidly ruin a standard TV. Weather-resistant outdoor varieties such as those manufactured by Sunbrite, Peerless, Skyview and Seura can stand up to the rigors of rain and snow. Install with a fully articulating mount to better work around glare and allow for viewing via multiple patio locales. Size matters – anything smaller than 4-inch may be too small to view due to viewer proximity in outdoor living settings – so go big outside your home.

●     Added Audio
Though most outdoor TVs boast built-in speakers, external add-ons will sound much better, allowing you to broadcast throughout your entire outdoor living space over crickets, traffic, and your neighbor’s noisy dog. Options abound here as well, from rock-like outdoor speakers to portable Bluetooth speakers and sound bars.

Creature Comforts
Anyone who has watched a flat screen TV is no stranger to eye-straining glare. Thus, your outdoor theater setup will still require some protection from the elements for optimal viewing. To avoid watching through raindrops and squinting against glare, Arcadia aluminum pergolas offer an impressive shelter option, with 170-degrees of pivoting flexibility to fight the negative effects of sunlight and seal out rain from any outdoor entertainment endeavor. Adjust to the perfect louver angle to guard against glare, or add privacy screens or curtains to create the perfect, cinema-like environment.

Banish backyard boredom, bringing the indoors out with comfort and style. Sit back and enjoy the show with the help of Denver Pergola Systems today.

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