Bloomcabin sieninė pergolė

Choose a footprint that suits the activity

Allow for furniture when it is in use and for the clear routes needed around it, rather than matching the pergola to the full paved area.

Check the available wall height

Confirm that the proposed fixing position works with door and window heads, eaves and other features on the outside wall.

Streamlined aluminium frame

High-quality profiles create neat lines and an understated appearance beside both traditional and contemporary homes.

Coordinate the finish

RAL colour choices allow the frame to complement window frames, doors, roofline details or other permanent exterior finishes.

Wall position

Choose a position that works with the wall construction and avoids doors, windows, eaves and other obstructions. The visible finish alone cannot confirm whether a wall is suitable, so its condition and construction should be assessed before installation.

Patio and threshold levels

Check the condition and fall of the paving, along with steps, raised thresholds and local changes of level. These details can affect the available footprint, the base preparation and the most convenient route from the house.

Existing wall fittings

Record downpipes, vents, exterior lights, taps, sockets and other fittings across the proposed width. Items that need inspection or regular use should remain accessible after installation.

Delivery and working access

Check how components and equipment will reach the patio. Narrow gates, side passages, planting and access through the house may all influence how the installation needs to be organised.

9–24 m²

Compare the available configurations with the measured width and projection at your property. The stated area is a useful starting point, but the final choice must also fit the actual patio layout and clearances.

255 cm

Check this stated overall height against the proposed fixing position and every nearby façade feature before confirming the layout.

High-quality aluminium profiles

The aluminium profiles form a crisp, open-sided structure that visually connects the covered patio area with the house and garden.

Designed to be mounted on a suitable house wall

The supporting wall and patio must suit the proposed installation. Confirm the property-specific fixing approach and any required base preparation before work is booked.

Integrated gutter and drainage system

The built-in system requires a suitable final discharge point, which should be agreed as part of the patio and installation plan.

12 years

Brick house walls

Brickwork varies in construction and condition, so suitability cannot be judged from appearance alone. Previous alterations and the position of openings can affect the proposed fixing line, while cavities, insulation systems or cladding may require an approach appropriate to the actual wall build-up.

Inspect the full proposed width rather than only the intended end points. Note mortar joints, air bricks, boiler outlets, cables, external lights, taps, soil pipes, downpipes, drain covers, door canopies and window sills. Anything that is currently usable should remain accessible once the pergola is installed.

An experienced installer or appropriate building professional should determine the fixing design after assessing the property. A solution used on one brick wall may not suit another, and the decorative outer surface should not automatically be assumed to provide suitable support. Existing defects should be addressed rather than hidden behind the structure.

Patio levels and rainwater routing

A patio that appears level may incorporate intentional falls, local settlement or depressions where water gathers. Observe the area during rainfall if possible, and check how the paving relates to door thresholds and nearby gullies. This can reveal issues that are not obvious during a dry site visit.

Plan an appropriate destination for water leaving the integrated drainage system. The arrangement should direct discharge away from the building and avoid splashback, erosion, slippery routes or persistent pooling. Existing drainage may be useful, but its location and suitability should be confirmed rather than assumed.

Where paving or landscaping will be altered, coordinate the work with the pergola plan so the finished levels support drainage and safe movement. Do not let new surfaces compromise damp-proofing, raise levels inappropriately at thresholds or block air bricks. Review site-specific building details before work begins.

Using the patio in changeable weather

Rain may still enter through the open sides and reach furniture or paving. Choose furnishings suitable for an exposed outdoor setting, keep items that need protection easy to move and adjust the arrangement to suit the conditions at the time.

Keep the route into the house clear of storage boxes, trailing cables and movable furniture. Choose outdoor furnishings appropriate for the setting, and position items so that wet surfaces and changing conditions do not make the main route awkward to use.

Comfort also depends on orientation and the shade created by nearby buildings or planting. Observe when the area receives direct sunlight and where shade falls during the day. This will help you choose a position suited to the times when you expect to use the patio, whether for breakfast, afternoon seating or evening dining.

Kitchen access

A position outside the kitchen can make outdoor meals easier because crockery and food travel a shorter distance. Check the entire serving route, including the door opening, any step at the threshold and the approach to the table. A direct path reduces collisions with chair backs and people already seated.

If the same doorway is also the principal garden entrance, keep serving and through-traffic on a defined side of the dining group. Avoid placing the head of the table directly in that route. Consider where a person can pause safely while opening the door with both hands occupied.

Plan where serving dishes and drinks can be placed without occupying the main route or crowding the dining table. Any additional surface should remain clear of door swings, wall fittings and areas needed for drainage access.

Check furniture at its working size

Measure furniture in its working position, not simply by the manufacturer's closed dimensions. Pull chairs back as they would be when someone sits down or stands up, open extendable tables and include the depth of reclining seats. Marking the outline temporarily on the patio provides a useful full-scale check.

Maintain practical gaps between separate furniture groups. Combining a large table, deep sofa and several occasional pieces beneath one structure can restrict movement even when their total dimensions technically fit. Give the main activity priority and add secondary pieces only where circulation remains comfortable.

Think about storage as well as use. Cushions, covers and accessories need a practical destination when removed, but permanent boxes should not obstruct posts, drainage access or doors. If furniture is likely to change later, retain some neutral floor area rather than designing every clearance around one exact set.

Doors, steps and movement

Check every relevant door in its fully open position and note whether it swings inward, outward or slides. Include handles, door stays and the standing space needed to operate it. French doors may require a wider unobstructed zone than a single opening, while a raised threshold may influence the safest approach.

Where the patio includes steps, changes of level or narrow side passages, keep the edges visible and avoid placing seating in the approach. Posts and furniture should not obscure a step or create a tight turning point. Check how the route works after dark, when changes of level may be less obvious.

A clear route should feel obvious without relying on people to weave between chairs. Walking the proposed path while temporary markers represent posts and furniture can expose conflicts that are difficult to see on a plan, especially where the garden gate, bins or side access generate regular traffic.

Choosing a RAL colour

Frame colour changes how prominent the pergola looks. Darker tones can create a defined outline, while shades related to existing windows or doors may sit more quietly against the outside wall. The best choice depends on the house materials and the effect you want.

Compare the proposed finish with permanent elements rather than furniture that may later be replaced. Window frames, doors, roofline details, brick, render and paving provide more dependable reference points. Where the exterior includes several colours, decide which feature the pergola should complement most closely.

Review a physical colour reference outdoors at different times of day where possible. Bright sunlight, overcast conditions and reflections from glazing can change how the colour looks. Also consider how readily dust, pollen and rain marks may show, as this may influence your preferred cleaning routine.

Keeping drainage clear

Leaves, seeds and other airborne debris can restrict integrated drainage. Check accessible gutter and outlet areas when debris is visible and follow the product care information. Use suitable access equipment rather than standing on furniture or the pergola.

Slow discharge, overflow or staining can indicate a blockage or a problem farther along the outlet route. Investigate promptly to limit repeated wetting of the wall and prevent damp, slippery patches on the patio. Recheck the outlet if later landscaping or drainage work changes the surrounding area.

If an outlet connects with another drainage arrangement, keep the junction accessible for investigation. Concealing it permanently beneath paving or fixed cabinetry may make a simple cleaning task disruptive. Any alteration should retain a safe destination for water rather than diverting the problem to another part of the property.

Cleaning and visual checks

Remove loose dirt using methods suitable for the aluminium finish, then clean the surfaces in line with the supplied care guidance. Avoid harsh abrasives or unsuitable chemicals that could mark the coating. Test unfamiliar products on an inconspicuous area and rinse away residue rather than letting it dry on the frame.

While cleaning, inspect accessible connections, drainage openings and the areas nearest the wall. Unusual movement, damage, persistent leakage or deterioration around the attachment should be investigated rather than covered over or ignored. Keep the product, installation and warranty documents together for future reference.

Maintain enough working room around key areas. Large planters become difficult to move when filled, and climbing plants can conceal joints or hold debris against surfaces. Position planting so it contributes to the patio without preventing observation, cleaning or access to the building façade.

Allowing the setting to evolve

The way a household uses its patio may change over the life of the pergola. A dining space may later become a quieter seating area, or new furniture may have a different footprint. A simple primary layout with an open circulation edge is generally easier to adapt than several tightly fitted zones.

Consider where replacement furniture could enter the patio before creating narrow permanent gaps with raised beds, screens or outdoor cabinetry. Retaining a workable access route also helps with cleaning and property maintenance. Movable accessories can add seasonal flexibility without committing the whole setting to one arrangement.

Review nearby planting as it grows. Overhanging branches may increase the amount of debris reaching the pergola, while dense shrubs can restrict access around the wall. Regular garden maintenance helps retain the clean appearance and keeps inspection points within reach.

Wall-mounted pergola

This Bloomcabin format attaches to a suitable building wall and is intended to make the patio feel directly connected to the home. It is the relevant choice when the preferred outdoor zone sits beside the façade and convenient access from an interior room is a priority.

Freestanding pergola

A freestanding pergola is independent of the house, so it can define a destination elsewhere in the garden or on a detached section of patio. That flexibility may be useful where the building wall is unsuitable or where the desired seating area is separated from the main elevation.

Bioclimatic pergola

A bioclimatic pergola is defined by an adjustable roof used to manage shade and ventilation. Check each model’s stated specification rather than assuming that every aluminium pergola is bioclimatic.