Top 17 Best Pergola Brands in Australia
Compare the Top 17 Best Pergola Brands in Australia. We rank Progolas, Stratco & Renson on price, durability & engineering in our 2026 guide.
Top 18 Pergola Brands in New Zealand
Compare the top 18 Pergola Brands in New Zealand. We rank Louvretec, Stratco & Progolas on price, durability & engineering in our 2026 guide.
What are the use cases for awnings?
Discover the best use cases for awnings—patios, decks, windows, storefronts, and entries—plus wind, rain-pitch, and mounting tips.
How to Replace an RV Awning: A Complete Guide to Retractable Awnings
A Complete Guide to Retractable Awnings for Motorhomes. Introduction An RV awning is an essential accessory for any motorhome owner. It provides shade, protects against sun and light rain, and significantly improves outdoor comfort during travel or camping. However, after long-term outdoor use, RV awnings may become damaged due to UV exposure, strong winds, or […]
What are some common ways to provide shade?
You start searching for “shade ideas” and suddenly you are bombarded with terms like bioclimatic pergolas, retractable awnings, pop-up canopies, and shade sails. What is the actual difference? Is a “pavilion” just a fancy gazebo? Can a retractable awning wind rating handle a summer storm? 🏭 From the Factory Floor As a manufacturer with over […]
Awning vs Canopy: What’s the Difference?
Confused by Awning vs Canopy? Compare cost, structure, and wind resistance. Discover the 5 key differences in this expert manufacturer’s guide.
What Is an Awning？
🏗️ Introduction: More Than Just Fabric on a Wall 1. The Reality from the Factory Floor In my 20 years on the manufacturing floor, overseeing the extrusion of aluminum profiles and the stitching of industrial textiles, I have seen thousands of outdoor shading systems leave our loading docks. “Yet, I still see homeowners and even […]
Do Pergolas Provide Shade? The Truth About Sun Angles, Louvers, and Filtered Light
☀️ Introduction: Do Pergolas Actually Provide Shade? It is the single most common question I hear from homeowners, architects, and even new distributors visiting our factory showroom: “Do pergolas actually provide shade?” The confusion is understandable. Historically, a “pergola” was defined as an open framework designed to support climbing plants, offering little more than decorative […]
Pergola vs Patio Cover：Key difference
Confused by pergola vs patio cover? Compare pros, cons, and costs. Discover how modern louvered pergolas combine full rain protection.
The 14 best aluminum pergolas in Japan
Discover the top 14 aluminum pergola manufacturers in Japan for 2025. We review giants like TOSTEM, YKK AP, and global alternatives like Progolas.