Wooden pergolas have been in existence for countless decades and their primary design was in the form of a diminutive archway instead of the larger pergola structures we see in modern times.  Their original use was to support flowers and plants, which provided people a pretty and protected area to sit under once the flowers, and plants, grew to cover the pergola.  Pergolas are still used like this today, especially in gardens where they are sometimes referred to as an arbor.

Wooden pergolas are quite popular because wood is a natural material that can age organically over time, giving the pergola an air of nostalgia and tranquility.  Certain woods such as cedar, teak, or redwood are naturally resistant to damage from insects and moisture and can be used to construct a pergola as is or you can choose to stain or paint the material.  Wood has an inherent quality of sophistication and hardiness that is unmatched when compared to synthetic materials such as vinyl or metal.

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