We bought this pergola for our lower level patio last summer. We wanted something to match our new home, and considered getting a cedar pergola since we have cedar trim on the ground level porch that sits above it. We decided on this one because it will be much less maintenance than cedar, and is still a great match to the house. We love it. My husband and I assembled it ourselves. If I am being 100% honest, the instructions were not great. Part of my job was writing instructions, and I would have added a lot more helpful detail that would avoid mistakes and backtracking. Regardless, we still love the pergola.

We bought this pergola last spring when we poured our 26x25 concrete patio for our pool area. It was rather easy to install; looks great; very sturdy. We have added lights, wind chime, rug, fire pit, and 4 chairs underneath of it. We have had so many compliments! Well worth the purchase.

Purchased and built this pergola two weekends ago with the help of my brother in law and father in law. Took about 8 hours overall. Constructed and installed a privacy screen last weekend. Pergola kit is exceptionally well made. All the points of attachment lined up and all the screws worked. Longest part of the installation was drilling concrete to anchor the pergola. Don't bother with the included anchors, but buy some Tapcon Redheads instead (stronger and longer). Planning to replace the canopy with something waterproof, but it works for shade in the meantime.

I love my pergola. It looks great. It's very sturdy, no doubt i will enjoy it for years to come! Using the tips from other reviews and having the instructions in Spanish, two people were able to complete assembly in about six hours. It looks fabulous.

Bought my pergola a year ago. This will be our second summer with it. It arrived ahead of schedule in 4 boxes. I was surprised at the condition of the boxes coming across country but they were in great shape. All parts were included. We took one day to open the boxes and lay out the pieces. The next day we put it together in about 2 hours! It is gorgeous. And the powder coated steel is great for our Pacific NW climate Won't rot or rust. I love it. And the price was good too. A lot less than the wooden structures I had been look at.

We absolutely love this pergola! From start to finish the whole process was great. Fast delivery, even quicker fix when there was a delivery issue. The clean design really brings life into our previously empty yard, it's our new favorite place to hang out. The instructions were easy to follow when putting it together, and the steel makes me comforted in knowing that it will stand the test of time.

The instructions say 2 people and 10 hours but i put it together on my own in 6 hours because the instructions were so easy to follow. i needed the help of my wife for about 20 mins to move the assembled short sides but outside of that it was too easy. love that this app is a thing.

This is a very well engineered, thought out item. There is no waste in assembling this pergola. The packaging is such that items are snug as a bug on a rug. Assembly instructions are clear and concise, and available with the items as well as via a 3D app. You may download a pdf version, too. Four 100+ lb boxes is thoughtful, as it is manageable for most tandem sets of DIYers to handle. Parts are individually placed in bags. Two tightening tools is all that is needed. A rubber mallet was the only additional piece of equipment other than a ladder that was needed. It was a low-stress one day, 10-hr project.

Previously, I wrote a review about how much I love my pergola, and still do. In addition, I have had occasion to call for information twice, and both times I have been very impressed with the staff. Not only are they knowledgeable and professional, they are extremely friendly, polite, and helpful. Backyard Discovery is a company I would most highly recommend. Thank you!

We bought this pergola in early June. It arrived several days ahead of schedule with the 4 heavy boxes in perfect condition. We (with help from daughter, son-in-law and 4 grandchildren) assembled the pergola 2 days later. It went together perfectly, with excellent instructions. There were zero issues, took 3 1/2 hours and everyone had fun.