Pergolas / Arbors / Gazebos / Pavilions
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Pergolas and Arbor Structures.
We build all different types of Pergolas, Pavalion & Architectural Structures out of Wood / Aluminum
Today we blur all of the lines between and patio cover / pergola with a combination type of roof that might also be partly covered, and the other portion left opened with some lattice type of covering for like a spa or used for a cooking area.
A Pergola is identified by having four or more post or columns. Larger structures might have more poles or legs that supports a roof structure that is traditionally flat with beams in one direction and topped with smaller cross beams and / slats / lattice work. A pergola roof can be left open or covered with wood, metal or plastic or can support growing vines.
Pergolas can be built out of several different building materials such as wood, aluminum steel and fiberglass and sometimes we mix or match different types of building materials. We even see a hybrid building products that is a aluminum core structure that is covered with a vinyl exterior.
A Pergola is a larger outdoor arbor structure consisting of columns that support some form of an open roofing grid of beams and rafters. TODAY PEOPLE MIGHT LIKE TO HAVE SOME OR ALL OF THE PERGOLA COVERED.
We offer a multi-layered translucent polycarbonate or a acrylic plexiclass cover or a sheet metal type of coverings.
The more open spacing the canopy top canopy covering grids are open the more it will allow more of the sun light to enter into the structure and the less shade it will give. The closer the top covering grid or the slats are the less of the suns light are allowed to enter the structure and the more shade the structure will provide.
These top canopy roofing grid designs may be left open or covered so as to create an area sheltered from the weather elements.
Once just an old-world rustic timber frame structure. Today's pergolas can be made from several different building materials and covered with a sheet metal or a poly type of building material so they can used even though it might be raining outside.
We also offer a couple different types of solid top canopies that can be trimmed out of wood or aluminum materials that are made to look like a wood product that doesn't require any of the maintenance that exposed wood does when used as an outdoor building material.
Add style and definition with an appealing outdoor feature to your yard with affordable custom pergolas from Carports & Patio Covers of Oklahoma, we are your local trusted builder.
Wooden Pergola Structures
Wooden pergola structures are custom built using wood / timbers. The wood that used for the outdoor use in normally Cedar or Redwood species that has a built-in resistant's to bugs and termites. The larger timbers are normally Western cedar wood species that is grown in the Western regions of the USA and are a much larger timbers that is harvested around this neck of the woods.
If you're going to build an outdoor structure from a premium such as cedar or a redwood that has built-in resistant to pest infestations these wood materials are worth being protected from the weather.
The wood must be protected and maintained over time or timbers will turn to a dull gray color much like an older cedar picket fence.
All of the larger wood timber are going to crack with deep larger valleys called fishers because of the moisture within the timbers and the changing of cold and warm seasons. This is normal with larger timers. Some just want the look, feel, and smell of an old-world rustic cedar or redwood arbor and there is nothing like that nor can be simulated!
Who wouldn't really want one of these elegant rustic structures in your own backyard!
Rafter Tails ends
Rafter Tails ends
Rafter Tails ends
Different rafter tail ends
Cobbles styles
Rafter Tails ends
Rafter Tails ends
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Patio Covers of Oklahoma by A Better Construction (ABC). We design and build high-quality custom patio that are built to our customers unique style wants and needs.
Outdoor patio covers can come in many shapes, styles, sizes, materials, and prices. ABC has been building extraordinary structures for over three decades and since 1982.
We are custom framers by trade and specialty aluminum. contractors. That builds all types of outdoor structure.
We take great pride in the products we offer and constantly strive to improve our standards that allow us to maintain our leadership throughout the industry and provide tomorrow’s products today.
We built it, you add your style and make it your own unique one-of-a-kind creation!
Things to consider when building an arbor / pergola / gazebo or pavilion structure.
1 - Free Standing or an Attached structure?
This question is the first and best way to start distinguishing between these outdoor structures. If your project is freestanding, then it is either a pergola or patio cover. A patio cover can also be attached like an arbor (we’ll go into that difference in question two). Arbors will have posts or columns on one side and be connected to a home/building on the other side. This can be a point of confusion because many blogs, images, and descriptions refer to arbors as being freestanding arches or gateways to a garden or backyard.
2 - Rafters or a truss Roof?
Pergolas and arbors use posts connected by joists and rafters for shade and stability, but those rafters don't keep rain or the elements out. It is an open-air roof structure.
3- Size of the structure -
This is sort of a trick question: there are no size guidelines differentiating arbors, pergolas, and patio covers. All three structures can be small or expansive based on what you want. Some may argue that smaller freestanding structures are considered arbors, but unless the structure is attached to a home or building it is still considered a pergola.
4 - What type of building material are to be used.
5 - Corbels and rafter tail end types, Bracket and knee brace types.
6 - Any type of top canopy covering. Today people may want to be look a rustic pergola but still may want to cover with wood, metal or a ploy type of materials.
7 - The color of stain / sealer / paint
When you're ready to build your own outdoor living space then let us know and we can get together and see what best fits your wants and needs.
Fiberglass Pergola Structures
The ultimate outdoor building material is fiberglass. With higher pricing within the lumber market, you might want to explore the use of these advance outdoor building materials. Made to last a lifetime with little to no maintenance issues. It doesn't rot decay nor require any ongoing maintenance.
The fiberglass is always white, but fiberglass allows us the pant the product when needed to match any decor.
Fiberglass can span longer distances and will not sag under its own weight like a vinyl-built structure. 2x stronger than vinyl structure and it won't get bridal or turn yellow over time.
Higher Strength-to-Weight Ratio - Pound for pound, our lightweight fiberglass-reinforced components are lighter than wood but stronger than steel.
-Fiberglass - Reinforced composites are naturally corrosion resistant. They will not rust, corrode, or pit in external applications. Termites hate it and won't touch it.
Consistency in Appearance and Performance - Compared to traditional materials, fiberglass components offer a uniform appearance that lasts for years. They do not twist, warp, or bow after installation and they maintain their full strength over the life of the product.
• Low maintenance just clean it and go
• Will not rot, check, or split
• Weather and Insect Proof
• Stability - Stronger
• High Strength to Weight Ratio
• Pound for Pound Stronger than Steel
• Corrosion Resistance
• Consistency in appearance
• Will not expand or contract with temperature changes or will not split.
• Hollow beams allow for internal wiring runs
• Support any type of vine or climbing plant
• Prefinished white that can be painted.
• Limited Lifetime Warranty -
This is the ultimate lifetime outdoor building product
The only problem with fiberglass pergola products is that there are a couple of manufactures at this time. And not a product with local distribution yet.
What is a Decorative Panel
A decorative panel is a panel that can be custom cut a decorate design out of several different building products such as but not limited to wood, metal, aluminum and plastic panels. A restaurant may want a fork, knife and spoon design in their canopy top. A sports fan a want a team Logo cut into its decorative panel. A company may want their logo cut into it canopy design. All types of shape and sizes can be cut into almost any building materials. These panels are then attached to some type of understructure. Sidewalk covers and patio covers are popular. These custom cut sharps are then projected down onto the below flat surfaces while the sun passes over the canopy. Decorative panels are used in all types of Architectual designs applications such as pricey fences and divides.
What is a Combination Patio Cover?
Combo Patio Cover
Patio Cov / Screen Rm / Pergola all in one unit.
Patio Cov / Screen Rm / Pergola all in one unit.
Today we blur all the lines between a patio cover and a pergola and oh and by the way let's throw in a screen room with that. Just mix it all up in some sort or fashion and you have a Combo patio cover.
Patio Cov / Screen Rm / Pergola all in one unit.
Patio Cov / Screen Rm / Pergola all in one unit.
Patio Cov / Screen Rm / Pergola all in one unit.
Any portion of the patio top canopy can be a solid section of the canopy top, and any portion can be a pergola section to vent out the smoke from a BBQer ad be open air section. Then we can add the screen room walls and doors then we got the recipe for a Combo - Patio Cov - Screen Rm - and Pergola section all into one unit.
1/2 patio cover & 1/2 pergola
Patio Cov / Screen Rm / Pergola all in one unit.
1/2 patio cover & 1/2 pergola
Structural Insulated Panel (SIP) patio cover with a portion being a pergola structure. Santa-Fe trim package included with the beveled rafter tail ends.
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What is Alumawood and Naturewood?
Alumawood / Naturewood
Alumawood patio cover is a lightweight aluminum type of patio cover tubing building material that has been painted, manufactured, and embossed into shapes and sizes that look like wood. This product is an elegant low maintenance patio cover that is durable. From a distance, alumawood looks exactly like wood. It is manufactured in a wide range of colors and shapes. You can get Aumawood that looks exactly like redwood or cedar wood. The biggest pro of Alumawood is that it combines all that’s great about wood and aluminum. It looks like wood, but it wears like aluminum.
So, you can have all the beauty that comes with wood and all the protection from weather and damage that comes with aluminum. It is not a solid piece of like wood; it is a hollow core tubing that come in different sizes with an option between for different rafter tail ends.
Naturewood - In 2019 Elite aluminum introduced the Nature wood Pergola systems to enhance the look of the traditional patio cover with the design of cedar embossed wood. Very similar products.
Cons - Alumawood or the Naturewood products is its structural integrity. Its strength may be a concern especially in longer spans and in a high wind weather event, so we just use it as trim products only.
It can a everyday same ole same ole project and turn it into a wow would you look at that project!
Polycarbonate or Acrylic plastic sheets for covering your pergola, arbor structure
There are different types of and thicknesses of polycarbonate sheets and their designed frame systems that are designed for use outdoor. The ply sheet is available in single play or a multi-ply chambered thickness up to 5/8-inch thicknesses. The sheets can come in a clear, semi-clear bronze or a colored sheet.