This step of the process took time - about two years. What type of structure to erect on the newly finished elevated concrete patio? We wanted something that would allow us to control insects, protect us from the sun on hot days, protect us from the rain when barbequeing on wet days, and look good at all times.
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| The completed Palmiye Pergola Installation |
We considered the following major concepts:
- 4 season sunroom;
- 3 season sunroom or screened porch;
- Prefabricated gazebo;
- Classic wooden structure pergola, with some rain protection awning;
- Tubular structure awning with removable insect panels;
- Metal structure pergola with retractable awning.
Ultimately, we decided to go with the last option. We found a North American distributor for the Palmiye pergolas with retractable awnings, and thought that this would be the best fit for our needs.
I took care of the measurements and marking up the manufacturer drawings - these are custom manufactured for particular applications and I was able to adjust the dimensions to fit our Patio perfectly.
From order to delivery took about 6 months - these are fabricated in Turkey and were shipped by sea container to North America. Nick from Retractable Covering Solutions in Brantford, Ontario supplied the Pergola and performed in the installation. I wasn't able to find anything of similar quality fabricated in North America - if you're aware of anything - feel free to let me know in the comments.
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| Unfortunately, installation had to take place in December. |
Installation took place in December, in freezing conditions, however it was relatively simple to install. Installation took three days - two days for erection, and then another day for installation of the awning motor which was delayed, and final adjustment of the awning.
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| Structure complete and awning installed |
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| Structure complete and awning installed |
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| Structure complete and awning installed |
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| Note the steel roof sheeting which protects the vinyl awning when retracted. |
Once the Somfy awning motor was installed, and the awning could be extended and retracted, the installation was complete and functional. One nice feature of the awning is integrated LED lighting, with the electrical wiring hidden within the structure of the awning.
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| Note the LED light fixtures on the awning crossbars. |
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| Heres the effect with the LED fixtures illuminated. |
Conclusion
The awning is rugged and functional, and does not need to be retracted even in heavy rain or wind. The water flows down the awning, and the front metal crossbar has an inverted U water collection channel, and water is diverted to the vertical structural members which are hollow and act as downpipes for water coming off the awning.
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| Water runs down the structural columns and out these spigots. |
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