For the convenience of buying this pergola with all the pieces cut and pretty sanded already for a DIY assembly, as well as it being nice cedar, it truly does hit all the marks. The ambiance is quite beautiful and it is a great addition to our yard. It is pretty easy to assemble with two people. Of course, read your instructions and plan your assembly. It can be easy to confuse your pieces and the perspective in the diagrams so be careful. It took one day to assemble everything. There are a few extra hardware screws and washers included, which is great. You also might need a step ladder to hold up a key piece with a two person team to make it easier to bolt down. As I learned from another reviewer, order a can of matching stain free from Backyard Discovery for the inevitable touchups. I also had a couple of pieces with a chunk broken out or a smash, which were thankfully easy to get replaced and shipped out for free from Backyard Discovery. Also, I found it quite worth it to use a good exterior varnish to protect the pergola. I used the "M" name brand that ends in ""X" of their Spar Urethane Clear Gloss varnish (but make sure it is the oil based version if you use it, as the water based version is not good). Another reviewer said to varnish before assembly, which I realized rather fast that it takes forever, drips everywhere, sticks, creates skin, etc. So I varnished after assembly of all the lower sections except the numerous thin perlin slats that go on top, and got at least one coat on before the pergola spent too long in the sun and rain. I am going to finish two more spar urethane coats this season. Also, I ordered this pergola from Sam's club and it was easy to get service from BD afterwards. For those who might ask, is it worth it? I would say after staging everything around the pergola, such as potted plants and chairs for our yard, it is quite well worth the purchase. I think our photos prove that point. Btw, it did not really need the purlins installed to complete a good look and is perfectly functional without them. Also, we thought at first... would the dark walnut color work? And we soon realized, yes indeed. Enjoy!

I purchased this pergola several months back but had to wait for my brother to come into town before I could set it up. Took about a day and a half for us (65 & 69) to get it set up. Not difficult at all. Added some lattice on the top and I now have some extra shade on my house.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We purchased this Pergola to dress up our home prior to selling it. It was gorgeous and the best purchase we could have ever made. It went together nicely with the help of 3 adults. It was solid and very well made. I believe that this helped us get top dollar for our home. I miss it greatly and only wish I could have a new one for my new home. I would not hesitate to purchase this as it is made to last. We put a waterproof wood sealant on it per from the manufacturer. I got so many compliments on this beautiful structure. You will not be disappointed in your purchase. I was happy that everything went together without issue. All the screw holes aligned perfectly.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I've had this for almost a year and was the best purchase I've ever made. Its beautiful and sturdy. It has a electrical outlet so I can plug in lights ,margarita machine... I had the company assemble it and was done within 2 hours. They were wonderful. Every day after work I spend about 3 hours there enjoying it! My only regret is not getting it SOONER! If u like it on website, you will love it in your yard. YOU WONT REGRET IT! Posting pic of it day I got it.

I would give this Pergola a 5-star rating if the company provided a sunscreen option for later purchases. I have had my Somerville 10x14 Pergola for 3 years. We enjoy sitting outside on cooler days, my yard is directly under the sun for the majority of the day, and that sunscreen option has been truly missed every year. I have tried other companies to find a suitable cover or canopy, with little to no success.

I just bought this a few weeks ago and my husband and brother in law put it together yesterday. It took them about 6 hours to do which I think could have been done in less time if the pieces had some kind of labeling on it. It was kind of confusing to figure out which piece the directions were talking about. Also some of the holes didn’t line up with the other ones when connecting it together. Overall though it is a very nice and sturdy pergola and a perfect addition to our patio.

I bought this pergola in the summer. Only took 2 people to build and all things considered wasn’t too hard! I’ve been enjoying it for several months now, and I couldn’t be happier! Looks awesome and makes my back deck feel like an inviting space to entertain and hang out! Would definitely recommend!

I absolutely love it! It took us way longer than 7 hours though. (About 10 with my husband and I. And we needed a third set of hands to help stand everything up.) Also, the digital instructions were different than the manual. I would say the digital instructions were way easier to follow. Overall, I love my new pergola and I’m excited to host my next backyard gathering!

We bought this pergola as a second choice, but it is perfect for our space. I was surprised it for in the boxes is arrived in, it is cut into pieces (which I did not like) and my husband had to drill in some places that were not exactly right, but overall it is beautiful. It took the two of us a few evenings to get it up (I would recommend more than two people for assembly).

I purchased this Pergola to give my backyard a specified space for my patio gathering area. The pergola took my nephew about 4 hours to assemble. There were a couple of boards that were scratched from delivery. I called customer service and they immediately offered me a touch up stain. Two of the boards had a split and they sent out replacements ASAP! Not only is the product prefect for my space but the customer service was the BEST I have encountered.