{"product_id":"bioclimatic-pergolas","title":"Bioclimatic pergolas","description":"\u003cp\u003eA bioclimatic pergola is an aluminium pergola with a roof of adjustable louvres. Open the louvres to let in light and air, angle them to block the sun, or close them to keep off the rain. It can be fixed to a wall or stand on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnter the area you want to cover and tell us how it will be fixed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- sg-seo-1 --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy a louvred roof\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eShade when you want it.\u003c\/b\u003e Turn the louvres to follow the sun through the day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAir when it is warm.\u003c\/b\u003e Open louvres let heat escape instead of trapping it under a solid roof.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCover when it rains.\u003c\/b\u003e Closed louvres shed water into the frame and down the posts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAluminium frame.\u003c\/b\u003e Light, strong and does not rot, rust or need painting like timber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClosing the sides\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a space you can use in more weather, the sides can be closed with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/zip-screens\"\u003ezip screens\u003c\/a\u003e for shade and wind, or with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/aluminium-sliding-glass-doors\"\u003esliding glass\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/guillotine-glass-systems\"\u003eguillotine glass\u003c\/a\u003e for a room you can open up in summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere they are used\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePatios and terraces at home, roof terraces, and the outdoor seating of restaurants, cafes and hotels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanning one? Read our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/louvred-pergola-guide\"\u003elouvred pergola buyer’s guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to ask for a price\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure the width and projection of the area you want to cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTell us whether it will be fixed to a wall or free-standing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSend a photo of the space and any drawings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTell us whether you would like motorised louvres, lighting or side screens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuestions we are asked\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between a bioclimatic pergola and a standard pergola?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA standard pergola has a fixed or fabric roof. A bioclimatic pergola has rotating aluminium louvres, so you control shade, light and ventilation, and can close it against rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need planning permission for a pergola?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn England, many garden structures are permitted development within height and size limits, but rules depend on the size, the height and where it sits on your property. Check with your council or the Planning Portal before you build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it be used in winter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the louvres closed and the sides fitted with screens or glass, a pergola can extend the season, but it is not a heated, insulated room.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seyhan Glass","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67936224772205,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4569\/8925\/files\/B34-1400.webp?v=1793740171","url":"https:\/\/seyhanglass.co.uk\/products\/bioclimatic-pergolas","provider":"Seyhan Glass","version":"1.0","type":"link"}