{"title":"Free-Standing Pergolas","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-right: 15px; margin-left: 20px; float: left;\" alt=\"Use the filtering options below\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/use-filters-below_50x50_900db923-73e4-4486-9d07-5a7c78a71599.png\" id=\"hideimage\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.3em;\"\u003eUse the \u003cstrong\u003eFILTER OPTIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e below to narrow down the results \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e use this \u003clabel style=\"margin: 7px 0 0 0;\" for=\"pergolaKitModal\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"mdc-ripple-surface mdc-ripple-upgraded\" style=\"cursor:pointer;color:#385EB3;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003e10-second kit finder\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/label\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the free-standing pergola kit matching your preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: -28px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/filtering-options-for-preconfigured-pergola-kits-mobile.png\" id=\"showimage\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWhy Get a Free-Standing Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eAlthough some people like creating the illusion of an extension to their house with an \u003cspan style=\"color: #f99f29;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #f99f29;\" href=\"\/collections\/attached-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eattached pergola\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, most people use a pergola the way they were originally intended, as a standalone structure in their yards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eBest utilized in large yards, \u003cstrong\u003efree-standing pergolas\u003c\/strong\u003e allow you to create an oasis - a place where people can relax, get out of the sun and socialize.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eA properly placed \u003cstrong\u003efree-standing pergola\u003c\/strong\u003e can easily become a standout feature in an otherwise ho-hum yard. Use it to hang plants, lights or even climbing flowering vines. Or, do nothing at all and appreciate it for the wonderful shade that it provides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eChoose from either our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #f99f29;\"\u003emodern free-standing pergola\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #f99f29;\"\u003etraditional pergola kits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to get the perfect look you desire!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWhy Buy a Free-Standing Pergola Kit from Us?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eToday, the majority of free-standing pergolas are made out of wood. Because the materials are cheaper and much more abundant, wooden pergolas tend to be the least expensive to buy. Unfortunately, less expensive doesn't always mean \"cheaper in the long run\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFar more maintenance is involved with a free-standing wood pergola. They are harder to clean, have to be repainted often (if you don't opt for a natural wood pergola) and they will not last forever. The best of woods are prone to rot, constant exposure to rain causes wood to sag or warp over time and despite misleading claims made by many manufacturers about their wood being \"termite resistant\", no wood is termite proof. Termites will eat any wood - they just like the taste of some wood better than others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEvery \u003cstrong\u003efree-standing pergola kit\u003c\/strong\u003e sold here at Sunset Pergola Kits is made with an aluminum frame with a vinyl coating making it stronger and easier to clean than a wooden pergola. Although there is aluminum inside, our \u003cstrong\u003efree-standing vinyl pergola kits\u003c\/strong\u003e won't rust, rot or sag and they never need to be painted. Just a little soap and water is all you need to keep a Sunset Pergola looking as good as new for as long as you own your home. Termites don't eat metal or vinyl so that'll never be a concern, either. Best of all, if you add high-wind brackets, we'll give you a \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eLifetime Wind Protection Warranty\u003c\/span\u003e for your pergola kit!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003efree-standing pergola kits\u003c\/strong\u003e might be slightly more expensive than the cheap wooden ones, but you'll thank us later when you see the hassles that your neighbors who bought wooden ones have to endure. Be sure to mention us when they finally give up and want one just like yours!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"freestanding-8x8-white-pergola-kit-white-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame","title":"8x8 Small Pergola With Roof - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/attached-8x8-white-pergola-kit-white-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e8' wide x 8' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/freestanding-8x8-white-pergola-kit-white-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding8w8d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the 8x8 small pergola with roof being offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Kit for an 8x8 Small Pergola with Roof\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 8x8 foot free-standing pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e4 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fb66c1;\"\u003e4 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270fc;\"\u003e22 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e44 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this 8 ft by 8 ft small pergola with roof \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" width=\"35%\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional 8' x 8' Small Pergola with Roof\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding8w8d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:=\"\"\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-trad%0Ational-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44852854554793,"sku":"TF8x8W","price":6750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44852854587561,"sku":"TF8x8T","price":7017.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320196751529,"sku":"TF8x8B","price":8258.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/Trad-Free-Single-White-SmallerSizes.jpg?v=1741042070"},{"product_id":"freestanding-8x10-tan-pergola-kit-tan-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame","title":"8x10 Small Backyard Pergola - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/8x10-small-pergola-attached-to-house\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e8' wide x 10' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/small-garden-pergola-10x8\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/freestanding-8x10-tan-pergola-kit-tan-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding8w10d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact 8' x 10' pergola for a small patio offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Kit for a Roofed Pergola for Small Patio\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 8x10 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e4 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fb66c1;\"\u003e4 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270fc;\"\u003e28 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e56 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this 8 ft by 10 ft roofed pergola for small patio \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" width=\"35%\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional 8' x 10' Pergola for Small Patio\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding8w10d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:=\"\"\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with p\nsts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44852854849705,"sku":"TF8x10W","price":7178.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44852854882473,"sku":"TF8x10T","price":7443.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320197308585,"sku":"TF8x10B","price":8751.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/Trad-Free-Single-White-SmallerSizes_6884ed1a-dce5-4af1-8660-ced59f0ae54c.jpg?v=1741042072"},{"product_id":"freestanding-8x12-tan-pergola-kit-tan-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame","title":"The Nation's Best Aluminum Pergola w\/ All-Vinyl Exterior (8x12) - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/8x12-pergola-with-roof-diy-kit\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e8' wide x 12' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/self-standing-pergola-12x8\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/freestanding-8x12-tan-pergola-kit-tan-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding8w12d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact 8x12 vinyl and aluminum pergola with roof that is offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Kit for a Vinyl \u0026amp; Aluminum Pergola with Roof\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 8x12 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e4 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fb66c1;\"\u003e4 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270fc;\"\u003e34 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e68 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this 8 ft by 12 ft vinyl and aluminum pergola with roof \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" width=\"35%\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e8' x 12' Vinyl\/Aluminum Pergola with Roof\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding8w12d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:=\"\"\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44852855144617,"sku":"TF8x12W","price":7316.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44852855177385,"sku":"TF8x12T","price":7593.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320198324393,"sku":"TF8x12B","price":8969.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/Trad-Free-Single-White-SmallerSizes_96e56325-bb01-4699-b8c7-2024092c98a5.jpg?v=1741042074"},{"product_id":"partially-covered-pergola-8x14","title":"8x14 Partially Covered Pergola - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/wall-mounted-2-pole-pergola-8x14\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e8' wide x 14' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/kit-for-freestanding-pergola-next-to-house-14x8\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/partially-covered-pergola-8x14\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding8w14d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact partially covered pergola offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Partially Covered Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 8x14 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e4 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fb66c1;\"\u003e4 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270fc;\"\u003e40 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e80 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this partially covered pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" width=\"35%\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional 8' x 14' Partially Covered Pergola\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding8w14d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:=\"\"\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with\nthe ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44852855308457,"sku":"TF8x14W","price":7893.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44852855341225,"sku":"TF8x14T","price":8249.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320199438505,"sku":"TF8x14B","price":9650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/Trad-Free-Single-White-SmallerSizes_c1f09940-ea85-41ef-985f-7eb454b4d8b4.jpg?v=1741042076"},{"product_id":"diy-covered-pergola-8x16","title":"8x16 DIY Covered Pergola - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/kit-for-8x16-pergola-over-deck\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e8' wide x 16' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/barbecue-pergola-16x8\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/diy-covered-pergola-8x16\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding8w16d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact vinyl\/aluminum pergola DIY kit offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Vinyl \u0026amp; Aluminum Pergola DIY Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 8x16 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e4 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fb66c1;\"\u003e4 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270fc;\"\u003e46 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e92 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this 8 ft by 16 ft vinyl and aluminum pergola DIY kit \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" width=\"35%\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional 8' x 16' Vinyl \u0026amp; Aluminum Pergola DIY Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding8w16d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:=\"\"\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the e\nds of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44852855439529,"sku":"TF8x16W","price":8030.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44852855472297,"sku":"TF8x16T","price":8400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320199962793,"sku":"TF8x16B","price":9867.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White.jpg?v=1741042078"},{"product_id":"freestanding-8x18-white-pergola-kit-white-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame","title":"8x18 Four-Post Pergola - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with four posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/8x18-attached-2-legged-pergola-kit\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e8' wide x 18' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/18x8-garden-pergola-with-roof\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/freestanding-8x18-white-pergola-kit-white-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding8w18d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact 8x18 four-post pergola offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Four-Post Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 8x18 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e4 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fb66c1;\"\u003e4 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270fc;\"\u003e50 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this 8 foot by 18 foot four-post pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" width=\"35%\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional 8' x 18' Four-Post Pergola\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding8w18d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:=\"\"\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem flush\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44852855898281,"sku":"TF8x18W","price":8757.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44852855931049,"sku":"TF8x18T","price":9195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320200519849,"sku":"TF8x18B","price":13107.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_bf41e592-1c47-4c9b-b029-5819cb79cad5.jpg?v=1741042080"},{"product_id":"8x20-aluminium-frame-pergola-with-vinyl-exterior","title":"8x20 Aluminium-Frame Pergola - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/attached-deck-pergola-8x20\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e8' wide x 20' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/20x8-heavy-duty-metal-pergola-with-premium-vinyl-exterior\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/8x20-aluminium-frame-pergola-with-vinyl-exterior\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding8w20d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact aluminum-frame pergola configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Aluminum-Frame Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 8x20 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 8\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e4 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 8\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fb66c1;\"\u003e4 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270fc;\"\u003e58 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e116 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this aluminum frame pergola \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" width=\"35%\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional 8' x 20' Aluminum-Frame Pergola\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding8w20d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:=\"\"\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44853982855337,"sku":"TF8x20W","price":12236.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44853982888105,"sku":"TF8x20T","price":12715.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320201339049,"sku":"TF8x20B","price":14573.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_72ddc1e7-d972-41e0-b98e-5db071367a92.jpg?v=1741042083"},{"product_id":"diy-freestanding-pergola-8x24","title":"8x24 DIY Freestanding Pergola - Made in USA","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/8x24-simple-pergola-on-deck\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e8' wide x 24' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/24x8-extra-wide-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/diy-freestanding-pergola-8x24\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding8w24d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact free-standing pergola kit offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Free-Standing Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 8x24 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 8\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e4 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 8\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fb66c1;\"\u003e4 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270fc;\"\u003e70 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e140 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this free-standing pergola kit configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" width=\"35%\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional 8' x 24' Free-Standing Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding8w24d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:=\"\"\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflu\nh\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44853983838377,"sku":"TF8x24W","price":13289.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44853983871145,"sku":"TF8x24T","price":13762.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320202354857,"sku":"TF8x24B","price":15585.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_6978fa38-a2c4-4f3e-a5cd-e9c3dc66a9a8.jpg?v=1741042085"},{"product_id":"small-garden-pergola-10x8","title":"10x8 Small Garden Pergola - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/back-deck-back-porch-pergola-10x8\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e10' wide x 8' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/freestanding-8x10-tan-pergola-kit-tan-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/small-garden-pergola-10x8\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding10w8d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact small garden pergola offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Small Garden Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 10x8 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e4 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fb66c1;\"\u003e4 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270fc;\"\u003e22 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e44 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this 10x8 small garden pergola \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" width=\"35%\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional 10' x 8' Small Garden Pergola\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding10w8d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:=\"\"\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beam\n and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44853984002217,"sku":"TF10x8W","price":7089.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44853984034985,"sku":"TF10x8T","price":7344.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320210972841,"sku":"TF10x8B","price":8877.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/Trad-Free-Single-White-SmallerSizes_ca6ec9f2-2b42-4f45-8a43-7392bc87a030.jpg?v=1741042108"},{"product_id":"vinyl-pergola-10x10-kit","title":"Vinyl Pergola 10x10 (White, Tan or Black) - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/10x10-attached-10-ft-tall-pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/freestanding-modern-10x10-tan-pergola-kit-tan-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola without overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e10' wide x 10' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/vinyl-pergola-10x10-kit\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding10w10d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the white vinyl pergola (10x10) offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive White Vinyl Pergola 10x10 Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 10x10 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e4 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fb66c1;\"\u003e4 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270fc;\"\u003e28 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e56 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this 10' x 10' white vinyl pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" width=\"35%\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional White Vinyl Pergola 10x10\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding10w10d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:=\"\"\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-per%0Aola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44853984624809,"sku":"TF10x10W","price":7594.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44853984657577,"sku":"TF10x10T","price":7849.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320212840617,"sku":"TF10x10B","price":9681.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/Trad-Free-Single-White-SmallerSizes_4cb60874-b5d4-452f-91c5-7c0f36ac399a.jpg?v=1741042112"},{"product_id":"patio-outdoor-grill-pergola-10x12","title":"10x12 Patio or Outdoor Grill Pergola - Made in USA","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this White Vinyl Pergola 10x12\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/10x12-backyard-pergola-attached-to-house\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/modern-slatted-pergola-10x12\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola without overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e10' wide x 12' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/12x10-pergola-for-spa\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/patio-outdoor-grill-pergola-10x12\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding10w12d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact 10x12 white vinyl pergola offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive 10x12 White Vinyl Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 10x12 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e4 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fb66c1;\"\u003e4 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270fc;\"\u003e34 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e68 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this white vinyl pergola 10x12 configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" width=\"35%\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eFree-Standing White Vinyl Pergola 10x12 Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding10w12d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:=\"\"\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\ntrong\u0026gt; installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44853984788649,"sku":"TF10x12W","price":7759.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44853984821417,"sku":"TF10x12T","price":8029.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320213594281,"sku":"TF10x12B","price":10055.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/Trad-Free-Single-White-SmallerSizes_d1ddfcc6-97f5-44aa-88fd-842c3bd302ac.jpg?v=1741042114"},{"product_id":"freestanding-10x14-white-pergola-kit-white-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame","title":"10x14 DIY Pergola With Roof - Made in USA","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/attached-10x14-tan-pergola-kit-tan-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/modern-patio-pergola-10x14\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola without overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e10' wide x 14' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/diy-grill-pergola-14x10\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/freestanding-10x14-white-pergola-kit-white-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding10w14d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact 10x14 DIY pergola with roof offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive DIY Pergola with Roof Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 10x14 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e4 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fb66c1;\"\u003e4 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270fc;\"\u003e40 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e80 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this DIY pergola with roof \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Do-It-Yourself pergola with roof will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" width=\"35%\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eFreestanding 10' x 14' DIY Pergola with Roof\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding10w14d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:=\"\"\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"\nenter\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44853985345705,"sku":"TF10x14W","price":8414.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44853985378473,"sku":"TF10x14T","price":8665.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320215429289,"sku":"TF10x14B","price":10844.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/Trad-Free-Single-White-SmallerSizes_e3007099-4a53-4438-897d-4cf694abb14e.jpg?v=1741042118"},{"product_id":"backyard-patio-pergola-10x16","title":"10x16 Backyard Patio Pergola - Made in USA","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/attached-10x16-white-pergola-kit-white-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/modern-vinyl-pergola-10x16\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola without overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e10' wide x 16' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/best-vinyl-pergola-on-the-market-16x10\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/backyard-patio-pergola-10x16\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding10w16d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact backyard patio pergola offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Backyard Patio Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 10x16 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e4 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fb66c1;\"\u003e4 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270fc;\"\u003e46 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e92 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this backyard patio pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" width=\"35%\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eFreestanding 10' x 16' Backyard Patio Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding10w16d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:=\"\"\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture sh\nws an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44853985575081,"sku":"TF10x16W","price":8480.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44853985607849,"sku":"TF10x16T","price":8845.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320217231529,"sku":"TF10x16B","price":11219.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_73f55af8-3389-4a2a-b064-cf5632321bfa.jpg?v=1741042122"},{"product_id":"freestanding-10x18-white-pergola-kit-white-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame","title":"10x18 Pergola Over Concrete Patio (or Other Base) - Made in USA","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/attached-10x18-white-pergola-kit-white-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e10' wide x 18' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/18x10-pergola-for-pool-area\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/freestanding-10x18-white-pergola-kit-white-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding10w18d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact pergola over concrete patio offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Kit for 10x18 Pergola Over Concrete Patio\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 10x18 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e4 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fb66c1;\"\u003e4 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270fc;\"\u003e50 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this 10x18 pergola over concrete patio \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" width=\"35%\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eFreestanding 10' x 18' Pergola Over Concrete Patio\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding10w18d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:=\"\"\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" a ign=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44853985968297,"sku":"TF10x18W","price":9277.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44853986001065,"sku":"TF10x18T","price":9715.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320218247337,"sku":"TF10x18B","price":15294.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_7c003ae5-d0f4-4825-b899-e42eb75db076.jpg?v=1741042133"},{"product_id":"10x20-free-standing-pergola-on-deck","title":"10x20 Free-Standing Pergola on Deck - Made in USA","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/10x20-pergola-attached-to-house\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e10' wide x 20' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/best-shade-pergola-on-the-market-20x10\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/10x20-free-standing-pergola-on-deck\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding10w20d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact free-standing pergola on deck or patio offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Kit for a Free-Standing Pergola on Deck or Patio\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 10x20 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 8\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e4 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 8\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fb66c1;\"\u003e4 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270fc;\"\u003e58 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e116 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this free-standing pergola on deck\/patio configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" width=\"35%\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e10x20 Free-Standing Pergola on Deck or Patio\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding10w20d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:=\"\"\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture show\n an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44853987016873,"sku":"TF10x20W","price":12586.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44853987049641,"sku":"TF10x20T","price":13276.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":44853987082409,"sku":"TF10x20B","price":16254.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_1d239e24-9732-4a3b-9961-ea13ee34a8b5.jpg?v=1741042135"},{"product_id":"10x24-metal-backyard-pergola-with-vinyl-exterior","title":"10x24 Metal Backyard Pergola w\/ Vinyl Exterior - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/10x24-pergola-that-attaches-to-the-house\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e10' wide x 24' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/poolside-pergola-24x10\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/10x24-metal-backyard-pergola-with-vinyl-exterior\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding10w24d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 10x24 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 8\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e4 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 8\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e4 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e70 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e140 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 10' x 24' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding10w24d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end c\nps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44853987508393,"sku":"TF10x24W","price":13792.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44853987541161,"sku":"TF10x24T","price":14279.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320220115113,"sku":"TF10x24B","price":17577.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_037ddb96-ac95-4fbb-977d-b541a923e4d4.jpg?v=1741042137"},{"product_id":"self-standing-pergola-12x8","title":"12x8 Self-Standing Pergola - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/12x8-diy-2-post-pergola-kit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e12' wide x 8' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/freestanding-8x12-tan-pergola-kit-tan-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/self-standing-pergola-12x8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding12w8d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 12x8 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e6 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e6 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e22 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e44 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 12' x 8' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding12w8d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end \naps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44853987967145,"sku":"TF12x8W","price":7716.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44853987999913,"sku":"TF12x8T","price":8023.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320229126313,"sku":"TF12x8B","price":9584.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/Trad-Free-Single-White-SmallerSizes_b20853dc-485b-417c-a927-314f7536eb73.jpg?v=1741042154"},{"product_id":"12x10-pergola-for-spa","title":"12x10 Pergola for Spa or Patio - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/12x10-pergola-attached-to-side-of-house\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/diy-modern-pergola-12x10\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola without overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e12' wide x 10' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/patio-outdoor-grill-pergola-10x12\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/12x10-pergola-for-spa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding12w10d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 12x10 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e6 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e6 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e28 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e56 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 12' x 10' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding12w10d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat e\nd caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44853988950185,"sku":"TF12x10W","price":8505.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44853988982953,"sku":"TF12x10T","price":8804.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320230928553,"sku":"TF12x10B","price":10693.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/Trad-Free-Single-White-SmallerSizes_83d66879-2d67-4c30-b264-1b0ef08fec31.jpg?v=1741042159"},{"product_id":"freestanding-12x12-tan-pergola-kit-tan-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame","title":"12x12 Freestanding Pergola on Deck or Patio - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/attached-12x12-white-pergola-kit-white-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/freestanding-modern-12x12-tan-pergola-kit-tan-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola without overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e12' wide x 12' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/freestanding-12x12-tan-pergola-kit-tan-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding12w12d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 12x12 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e6 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e6 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e34 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e68 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 12' x 12' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding12w12d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modi%0Aying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44853989736617,"sku":"TF12x12W","price":8695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44853989769385,"sku":"TF12x12T","price":9012.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320231944361,"sku":"TF12x12B","price":11070.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/Trad-Free-Single-White-SmallerSizes_b7885f3f-5727-4456-aa71-da4605f057e1.jpg?v=1741042161"},{"product_id":"lattice-covered-pergola-12x14","title":"12x14 Lattice Covered Pergola - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/attached-12x14-white-pergola-kit-white-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/modern-bbq-pergola-12x14\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola without overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e12' wide x 14' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/custom-vinyl-pergola-14x12\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/lattice-covered-pergola-12x14\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding12w14d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 12x14 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e6 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e6 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e40 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e80 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 12' x 14' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding12w14d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and ra\nters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44853990260905,"sku":"TF12x14W","price":9478.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44853990293673,"sku":"TF12x14T","price":9915.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320232730793,"sku":"TF12x14B","price":12079.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/Trad-Free-Single-White-SmallerSizes_be538304-240a-4f70-bcde-b114ca9fa9cc.jpg?v=1741042163"},{"product_id":"vinyl-and-aluminum-patio-pergola-12x16","title":"12x16 Vinyl \u0026 Aluminum Patio Pergola - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/attached-12x16-white-pergola-kit-white-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/12x16-custom-build-pergola-kit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola without overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e12' wide x 16' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/top-rated-pergola-16x12\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/vinyl-and-aluminum-patio-pergola-12x16\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding12w16d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 12x16 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e6 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e6 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e46 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e92 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 12' x 16' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding12w16d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the \neams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44853990588585,"sku":"TF12x16W","price":9669.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44853990621353,"sku":"TF12x16T","price":10121.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320234795177,"sku":"TF12x16B","price":12354.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_ebb7b422-3a9f-4566-8832-4c44008f8392.jpg?v=1741042167"},{"product_id":"12x18-aluminum-frame-pergola-with-vinyl-exterior","title":"12x18 Aluminum-Frame Pergola w\/ Vinyl Exterior - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/attached-12x18-tan-pergola-kit-tan-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e12' wide x 18' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/kit-for-18x12-pergola-on-concrete-patio\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/12x18-aluminum-frame-pergola-with-vinyl-exterior\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding12w18d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 12x18 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e6 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e6 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e50 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 12' x 18' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding12w18d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beam\n and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44853991080105,"sku":"TF12x18W","price":10737.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44853991112873,"sku":"TF12x18T","price":11293.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320235974825,"sku":"TF12x18B","price":17237.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_8eaaeef8-cfe3-4287-a8d7-7a74d2cbc356.jpg?v=1741042169"},{"product_id":"custom-patio-pergola-12x20","title":"12x20 Custom Patio Pergola - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/attached-12x20-white-pergola-kit-white-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e12' wide x 20' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/kit-for-20x12-pergola-over-pavers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/custom-patio-pergola-12x20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding12w20d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 12x20 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 8\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e6 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 8\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e6 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e58 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e116 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 12' x 20' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding12w20d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \nem\u0026gt;flat end caps), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44853992095913,"sku":"TF12x20W","price":15139.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44853992128681,"sku":"TF12x20T","price":15945.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320236990633,"sku":"TF12x20B","price":18963.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_d7da8346-dd26-429a-b5b0-7c6b2195eefc.jpg?v=1741042171"},{"product_id":"do-it-yourself-pergola-kit-12x24","title":"12x24 Do-It-Yourself Pergola Kit - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/attached-12x24-pergola-kit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e12' wide x 24' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/kit-for-building-pergola-in-the-backyard-24x12\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/do-it-yourself-pergola-kit-12x24\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding12w24d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 12x24 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 8\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e6 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 8\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e6 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e70 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e140 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 12' x 24' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding12w24d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\nm\u0026gt;), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44853994553513,"sku":"TF12x24W","price":16730.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44853994586281,"sku":"TF12x24T","price":17371.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320238006441,"sku":"TF12x24B","price":20577.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_9b9ba1a7-bad8-4422-8052-81d667a714d8.jpg?v=1741042174"},{"product_id":"kit-for-freestanding-pergola-next-to-house-14x8","title":"14x8 Freestanding Pergola Next to House - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/2-legged-pergola-14x8\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e14' wide x 8' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/partially-covered-pergola-8x14\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/kit-for-freestanding-pergola-next-to-house-14x8\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding14w8d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the 14x8 outdoor white pergola offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Outdoor White Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 14x8 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e6 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fb66c1;\"\u003e6 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270fc;\"\u003e22 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e44 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last in the outdoors - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this outdoor white pergola \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" width=\"35%\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional 14' x 8' Outdoor White Pergola\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding14w8d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:=\"\"\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and ra\nters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44853994717353,"sku":"TF14x8W","price":8178.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44853994750121,"sku":"TF14x8T","price":8463.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320240726185,"sku":"TF14x8B","price":10057.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/Trad-Free-Single-White-SmallerSizes_3bc7f6be-16b1-4e64-b904-bfdb287f1775.jpg?v=1741042187"},{"product_id":"diy-grill-pergola-14x10","title":"14x10 DIY Grill Pergola - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/14x10-two-post-pergola-kit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/freestanding-modern-14x10-white-pergola-kit-white-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola without overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e14' wide x 10' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/freestanding-10x14-white-pergola-kit-white-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/diy-grill-pergola-14x10\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding14w10d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 14x10 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e6 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e6 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e28 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e56 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 14' x 10' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding14w10d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed\n\u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44853995176105,"sku":"TF14x10W","price":9014.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44853995208873,"sku":"TF14x10T","price":9397.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320242102441,"sku":"TF14x10B","price":11169.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/Trad-Free-Single-White-SmallerSizes_299dc265-4c40-4c6a-ba73-32a2430080db.jpg?v=1741042192"},{"product_id":"custom-vinyl-pergola-14x12","title":"14x12 Custom Vinyl Pergola - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/14x12-wall-mount-pergola-kit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/14x12-metal-modern-pergola-with-vinyl-exterior\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola without overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e14' wide x 12' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/lattice-covered-pergola-12x14\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/custom-vinyl-pergola-14x12\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding14w12d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 14x12 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e6 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e6 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e34 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e68 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 14' x 12' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding14w12d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and wit\n \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44853995438249,"sku":"TF14x12W","price":9201.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44853995471017,"sku":"TF14x12T","price":9607.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320243282089,"sku":"TF14x12B","price":11500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/Trad-Free-Single-White-SmallerSizes_986b50f3-2de1-499b-a165-443d06d1eaa9.jpg?v=1741042197"},{"product_id":"14x14-do-it-yourself-pergola-kit","title":"14x14 Do-It-Yourself Pergola Kit - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/vinyl-deck-pergola-14x14\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/freestanding-modern-14x14-white-pergola-kit-white-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola without overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e14' wide x 14' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/14x14-do-it-yourself-pergola-kit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding14w14d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 14x14 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e6 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e6 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e40 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e80 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 14' x 14' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding14w14d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blan\n\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44853995602089,"sku":"TF14x14W","price":10062.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44853995634857,"sku":"TF14x14T","price":10492.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320244297897,"sku":"TF14x14B","price":12441.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/Trad-Free-Single-White-SmallerSizes_be0f927d-d3e5-4e41-a244-0763da4f4e80.jpg?v=1741042199"},{"product_id":"14x16-outdoor-pergola-with-roof","title":"14x16 Outdoor Pergola With Roof - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/kit-for-14x16-pergola-against-house\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/14x16-metal-frame-pergola-with-vinyl-exterior\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola without overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e14' wide x 16' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/pre-made-pergola-16x14\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/14x16-outdoor-pergola-with-roof\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding14w16d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 14x16 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e6 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e6 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e46 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e92 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 14' x 16' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding14w16d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and\nwith \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44853996290217,"sku":"TF14x16W","price":10302.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44853996322985,"sku":"TF14x16T","price":10752.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320245084329,"sku":"TF14x16B","price":12822.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_87325702-faa1-4da7-8945-65365fa5a071.jpg?v=1741042201"},{"product_id":"vinyl-and-metal-garden-pergola-14x18","title":"14x18 Metal Garden Pergola w\/ Vinyl Exterior - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/kit-for-14x18-pergola-attached-to-wall\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e14' wide x 18' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/all-inclusive-pergola-building-kit-18x14\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/vinyl-and-metal-garden-pergola-14x18\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding14w18d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 14x18 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e6 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e6 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e50 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 14' x 18' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding14w18d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat \nnd caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44853996552361,"sku":"TF14x18W","price":11369.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44853996585129,"sku":"TF14x18T","price":12024.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320245870761,"sku":"TF14x18B","price":16958.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_a0d934f5-21c7-49ff-8efc-a96167161129.jpg?v=1741042203"},{"product_id":"freestanding-14x20-white-pergola-kit-white-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame","title":"14x20 Aluminum Cantilever Pergola w\/ All-Vinyl Exterior - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/kit-for-14x20-on-deck-pergola\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e14' wide x 20' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/open-roof-pergola-20x14\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/freestanding-14x20-white-pergola-kit-white-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding14w20d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 14x20 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 8\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e6 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 8\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e6 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e58 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e116 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 14' x 20' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding14w20d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem flat end caps\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44853997240489,"sku":"TF14x20W","price":16556.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44853997273257,"sku":"TF14x20T","price":17600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320246886569,"sku":"TF14x20B","price":20027.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_268e4486-5477-4714-bdf5-ae3df84252e5.jpg?v=1741042205"},{"product_id":"best-pergola-for-windy-areas-14x24","title":"14x24 Heavy-Duty Pergola for Windy Areas - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/diy-vinyl-pergola-14x24\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e14' wide x 24' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/open-air-pergola-24x14\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/best-pergola-for-windy-areas-14x24\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding14w24d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 14x24 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 8\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e6 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 8\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e6 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e70 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e140 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 14' x 24' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding14w24d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstron\u003eno overhangs. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/stron\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44853997437097,"sku":"TF14x24W","price":18342.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44853997469865,"sku":"TF14x24T","price":19233.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320247673001,"sku":"TF14x24B","price":21648.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_4fca3777-82d1-4fc8-b09a-8c234b31b323.jpg?v=1741042207"},{"product_id":"barbecue-pergola-16x8","title":"16x8 Patio \/ Barbecue Pergola - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/2-post-wall-pergola-16x8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e16' wide x 8' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/diy-covered-pergola-8x16\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/barbecue-pergola-16x8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding16w8d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 16x8 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e8 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e8 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e22 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e44 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 16' x 8' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding16w8d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\ntrong\u0026gt;. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44853997600937,"sku":"TF16x8W","price":8678.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44853997633705,"sku":"TF16x8T","price":9106.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320249933993,"sku":"TF16x8B","price":10721.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_5710d250-3038-4cd0-a34f-dbd8c9ccc886.jpg?v=1741042229"},{"product_id":"best-vinyl-pergola-on-the-market-16x10","title":"16x10 Premium Vinyl Pergola - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/kit-for-16x10-pergola-mounted-to-house\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/16x10-modern-pergola-with-roof\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola without overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e16' wide x 10' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/backyard-patio-pergola-10x16\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/best-vinyl-pergola-on-the-market-16x10\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding16w10d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 16x10 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e8 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e8 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e28 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e56 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 16' x 10' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding16w10d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (an\n with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44853998059689,"sku":"TF16x10W","price":9867.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44853998092457,"sku":"TF16x10T","price":10286.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320250949801,"sku":"TF16x10B","price":12230.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_03875929-eb8a-4aee-ba0d-0aa90c20c38e.jpg?v=1741042232"},{"product_id":"top-rated-pergola-16x12","title":"Sunset Pergola Kits 16x12 Top-Rated Pergola - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/attached-16x12-tan-pergola-kit-tan-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/16x12-metal-pergola-kit-with-vinyl-exterior\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola without overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e16' wide x 12' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/vinyl-and-aluminum-patio-pergola-12x16\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/top-rated-pergola-16x12\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding16w12d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 16x12 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e8 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e8 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e34 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e68 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 16' x 12' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding16w12d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the end\n of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44853998321833,"sku":"TF16x12W","price":10109.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44853998354601,"sku":"TF16x12T","price":10450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320253669545,"sku":"TF16x12B","price":12514.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_a84b9d2e-8383-4562-9ff7-02ea3ad79965.jpg?v=1741042236"},{"product_id":"pre-made-pergola-16x14","title":"16x14 Pre-Made Pergola - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/kit-for-16x14-pergola-connected-to-house\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/modern-outdoor-kitchen-pergola-16x14\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola without overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e16' wide x 14' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/14x16-outdoor-pergola-with-roof\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/pre-made-pergola-16x14\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding16w14d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 16x14 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e8 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e8 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e40 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e80 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 16' x 14' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding16w14d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and wit\n \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44854000156841,"sku":"TF16x14W","price":11081.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44854000189609,"sku":"TF16x14T","price":11678.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320254455977,"sku":"TF16x14B","price":13779.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_6a2a525d-efb1-41e6-85cd-cfc34c9892eb.jpg?v=1741042240"},{"product_id":"patio-barbecue-grill-pergola-16x16","title":"16x16 Patio \/ Barbecue Grill Pergola - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/two-post-pergola-16x16\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/contemporary-outdoor-pergola-16x16\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola without overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e16' wide x 16' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/patio-barbecue-grill-pergola-16x16\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding16w16d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 16x16 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e8 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e8 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e46 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e92 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 16' x 16' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding16w16d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44854000287913,"sku":"TF16x16W","price":11325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44854000320681,"sku":"TF16x16T","price":11944.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320255013033,"sku":"TF16x16B","price":14163.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_a849a9c8-8275-4663-9aff-c5b7003fa330.jpg?v=1741042244"},{"product_id":"16x18-diy-outdoor-pergola-kit","title":"16x18 DIY Outdoor Pergola - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/attached-16x18-white-pergola-kit-white-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e16' wide x 18' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/vinyl-and-aluminum-outdoor-pergola-18x16\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/16x18-diy-outdoor-pergola-kit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding16w18d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 16x18 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e8 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e8 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e50 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 16' x 18' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding16w18d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters \nand with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44854000484521,"sku":"TF16x18W","price":12634.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44854000517289,"sku":"TF16x18T","price":13387.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320255537321,"sku":"TF16x18B","price":18506.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_1705fe1f-46a6-4dc4-8830-8b2b6d8664af.jpg?v=1741042248"},{"product_id":"16x20-customizable-pergola","title":"16x20 Customizable Pergola - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/attached-16x20-white-pergola-kit-white-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e16' wide x 20' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/outdoor-kitchen-pergola-20x16\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/16x20-customizable-pergola\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding16w20d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 16x20 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 8\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e8 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 8\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e8 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e58 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e116 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 16' x 20' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding16w20d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003e\nlat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44854000976041,"sku":"TF16x20W","price":18646.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44854001008809,"sku":"TF16x20T","price":19849.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320256323753,"sku":"TF16x20B","price":22460.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_ece161fb-793b-4768-8f74-d18e2ea1bab7.jpg?v=1741042250"},{"product_id":"decorative-vinyl-and-metal-pergola-16x24","title":"16x24 Decorative Metal Pergola w\/ Vinyl Exterior - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/off-house-pergola-16x24\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e16' wide x 24' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/outdoor-cooking-pergola-24x16\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/decorative-vinyl-and-metal-pergola-16x24\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding16w24d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 16x24 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 8\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e8 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 8\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e8 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e70 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e140 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 16' x 24' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding16w24d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), result\nng in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44854001074345,"sku":"TF16x24W","price":20873.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44854001107113,"sku":"TF16x24T","price":21856.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320257110185,"sku":"TF16x24B","price":24370.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_bd8e1510-a665-4959-b0b8-e873fb1a92c3.jpg?v=1741042253"},{"product_id":"18x8-garden-pergola-with-roof","title":"18x8 Patio or Garden Pergola With Roof - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/wall-mount-pergola-18x8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e18' wide x 8' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/freestanding-8x18-white-pergola-kit-white-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/18x8-garden-pergola-with-roof\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding18w8d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 18x8 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e8 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e8 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e22 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e44 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 18' x 8' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding18w8d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat e\nd caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44854001369257,"sku":"TF18x8W","price":9379.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44854001402025,"sku":"TF18x8T","price":9877.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320257863849,"sku":"TF18x8B","price":13528.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_9ce13368-6d8c-4fde-b3bd-a4538c80baa6.jpg?v=1741042256"},{"product_id":"18x10-pergola-for-pool-area","title":"18x10 Pergola for Pool Area or Patio - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/2-post-cantilever-pergola-18x10\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e18' wide x 10' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/freestanding-10x18-white-pergola-kit-white-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/18x10-pergola-for-pool-area\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding18w10d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact vinyl pergola with roof offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Kit for a Vinyl Pergola with Roof\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 18x10 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e8 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fb66c1;\"\u003e8 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270fc;\"\u003e28 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e56 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this 18x10 white vinyl pergola with roof \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" width=\"35%\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eFreestanding 18' x 10' Vinyl Pergola with Roof\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding18w10d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:=\"\"\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem flush\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44854002024617,"sku":"TF18x10W","price":10516.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44854002057385,"sku":"TF18x10T","price":11009.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320258879657,"sku":"TF18x10B","price":15093.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_bd569d45-4e91-464c-9cb9-f23f5135f65d.jpg?v=1741042258"},{"product_id":"kit-for-18x12-pergola-on-concrete-patio","title":"18x12 Pergola on Concrete Patio (or Other Base) - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/18x12-pergola-kit-for-deck\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e18' wide x 12' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/12x18-aluminum-frame-pergola-with-vinyl-exterior\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/kit-for-18x12-pergola-on-concrete-patio\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding18w12d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 18x12 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e8 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e8 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e34 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e68 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 18' x 12' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding18w12d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat en\n caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44854002450601,"sku":"TF18x12W","price":10807.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44854002483369,"sku":"TF18x12T","price":11327.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320259633321,"sku":"TF18x12B","price":15634.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_a75beb74-22e7-454b-b4b8-f25c590415fc.jpg?v=1741042261"},{"product_id":"all-inclusive-pergola-building-kit-18x14","title":"18x14 All-Inclusive Pergola Building Kit - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/attached-vinyl-pergola-18x14\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e18' wide x 14' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/vinyl-and-metal-garden-pergola-14x18\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/all-inclusive-pergola-building-kit-18x14\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding18w14d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 18x14 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e8 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e8 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e40 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e80 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 18' x 14' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding18w14d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44854003105961,"sku":"TF18x14W","price":11928.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44854003138729,"sku":"TF18x14T","price":12509.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320260649129,"sku":"TF18x14B","price":16955.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_dc71bfe3-a42f-4658-abbd-4d9aabb5da3e.jpg?v=1741042263"},{"product_id":"vinyl-and-aluminum-outdoor-pergola-18x16","title":"18x16 Vinyl \u0026 Aluminum Outdoor Pergola - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/18x16-pergola-for-deck-shade\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e18' wide x 16' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/16x18-diy-outdoor-pergola-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/vinyl-and-aluminum-outdoor-pergola-18x16\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding18w16d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 18x16 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e8 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e8 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e46 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e92 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 18' x 16' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding18w16d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), re\nulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44854003433641,"sku":"TF18x16W","price":12221.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44854003466409,"sku":"TF18x16T","price":12825.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320261894313,"sku":"TF18x16B","price":17496.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_841fe1b3-2be0-4a99-a76c-5c473ea6999a.jpg?v=1741042266"},{"product_id":"high-end-pergola-18x18","title":"18x18 High-End Pergola - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/attached-18x18-white-pergola-kit-white-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e18' wide x 18' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/high-end-pergola-18x18\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding18w18d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the high-end pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive High-End Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 18x18 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e8 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fb66c1;\"\u003e8 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270fc;\"\u003e50 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this high end pergola \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" width=\"35%\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional 18' x 18' High-End Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding18w18d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:=\"\"\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #f99f29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44854003728553,"sku":"TF18x18W","price":13369.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44854003761321,"sku":"TF18x18T","price":14115.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320263205033,"sku":"TF18x18B","price":22353.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_e8c0cdc4-ab6b-438f-9f83-0b944b200d32.jpg?v=1741042269"},{"product_id":"18x20-pergola-over-patio","title":"18x20 Pergola Over Patio - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/kit-for-18x20-vinyl-pergola-on-deck\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e18' wide x 20' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/20x18-free-standing-metal-pergola-with-vinyl-exterior\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/18x20-pergola-over-patio\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding18w20d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 18x20 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 8\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e8 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 8\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e8 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e58 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e116 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 18' x 20' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding18w20d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat en\n caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44854004056233,"sku":"TF18x20W","price":19115.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44854004089001,"sku":"TF18x20T","price":20363.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320263401641,"sku":"TF18x20B","price":24246.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_a06f578a-bcdc-4db0-83dd-ad80006f505d.jpg?v=1741042271"},{"product_id":"swimming-pool-pergola-18x24","title":"18x24 Patio or Swimming Pool Pergola - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/18x24-pergola-with-roof-attached-to-house\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e18' wide x 24' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/kit-for-24x18-pergola-over-swimming-pool\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/swimming-pool-pergola-18x24\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding18w24d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 18x24 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 8\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e8 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 8\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e8 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e70 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e140 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 18' x 24' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding18w24d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end ca\ns\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44854004416681,"sku":"TF18x24W","price":21440.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44854004449449,"sku":"TF18x24T","price":22475.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320263499945,"sku":"TF18x24B","price":26471.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_e5f9feaa-c2e6-492b-b29e-d6b5ae95afcd.jpg?v=1741042274"},{"product_id":"20x8-heavy-duty-metal-pergola-with-premium-vinyl-exterior","title":"20x8 Heavy-Duty Metal Pergola w\/ Vinyl Exterior - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/attached-20x8-tan-pergola-kit-tan-vinyl-with-aluminum-frame\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e20' wide x 8' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/8x20-aluminium-frame-pergola-with-vinyl-exterior\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/20x8-heavy-duty-metal-pergola-with-premium-vinyl-exterior\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding20w8d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 20x8 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 8\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e8 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e8 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e22 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e44 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 20' x 8' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding20w8d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends \nf the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps\u003c\/em\u003e), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44854004973737,"sku":"TF20x8W","price":12083.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44854005006505,"sku":"TF20x8T","price":12607.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320263663785,"sku":"TF20x8B","price":14796.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_5411901f-7b93-46df-b3ff-c95b77b2d8bf.jpg?v=1741042276"},{"product_id":"best-shade-pergola-on-the-market-20x10","title":"Sunset's Best Shade Pergola (20x10 Roof) - Made in USA","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're currently viewing the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDescription\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tab. Please note that there are several other tabs: \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Pergola Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eFree-standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with 4 posts (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/attached-to-house-pergola-20x10\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eattached-to-house version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emodern pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e with no overhangs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003e20' wide x 10' deep x 10' tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - shade is maximized when the pergola is oriented so sunlight comes from the \u003cem\u003ewidth\u003c\/em\u003e side (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/10x20-free-standing-pergola-on-deck\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflip-flop\u003c\/a\u003e the width \u0026amp; depth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Structure: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color \u0026amp; Material: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eWhite vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/products\/best-shade-pergola-on-the-market-20x10\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etan version\u003c\/a\u003e of this pergola)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003cspan style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHALF OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003elimited time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($500 savings)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchematics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding20w10d.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view\/download CAD drawings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a different configuration?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete this \u003ca href=\"#quiz-gWHOrL\"\u003e20-second wizard\u003c\/a\u003e to be taken \u003cem\u003edirectly\u003c\/em\u003e to the pergola kit matching your space and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the pictures shown on this page are representative of \u003cem\u003evarious\u003c\/em\u003e configurations of Sunset Pergolas and do \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e necessarily depict the exact configuration offered on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overhead schematic drawing of a 4-post freestanding pergola illustrating that shade purlins run the width of the pergola and therefore provide the most shade when the sunlight comes from the width side\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/TradFree-WxD-Illustration.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"two-thirds-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"all-inclusive\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAll-Inclusive Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergola kits include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEVERYTHING\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll need for a 100% complete, fully-assembled pergola. This 20x10 foot freestanding pergola kit includes the following key components (text is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecolor-coded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to match image):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e4 Posts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" square, 7\" square or 10\" round with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fffa4c; background: #979797;\"\u003e4 Beams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 8\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #288526;\"\u003e8 Rafters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 6\" with \u003cem\u003eheavy-duty aluminum frame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24 Beam\/rafter end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per beam, 2 per rafter (style selected above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #FB66C1;\"\u003e8 Purlin Holders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Purlin holder end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per purlin holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #5270FC;\"\u003e28 Shade Purlins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\" x 3\" (assumes 75% shade option is selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e56 Shade purlin end caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per shade purlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eAll\u003c\/u\u003e hardware \u0026amp; fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to assemble the pergola (stainless steel), \u003cem\u003eexcept\u003c\/em\u003e hardware for securing the posts to a secure base (as this varies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Click to see a full-size version of this diagram in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up schematic of the corner of a free-standing pergola, showing that posts hold up the beams, which hold up the rafters, which hold up the purlin holders, which house the shade purlins\" style=\"float: right; border: 1px solid #000000; margin-right: 10px;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Freestanding_Pergola_Components.png\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick image to enlarge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 33px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-sunset\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Sunset Pergola?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe alt=\"Sunset Pergola Kits overview video with closed-caption subtitles\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/498443500?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas offer the perfect combination of quality, beauty and affordability. The \u003cstrong\u003eall-vinyl exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e is elegant and virtually maintenance-free, and the \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is both structurally strong and rust-proof.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" title=\"Click to request a free sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"End of a pergola beam or rafter with the aluminum sleeve extending beyond the end of the vinyl, with overlaid text Free Sample - See the quality of our vinyl and aluminum pergola for yourself - Click Me\" style=\"display: block; margin: 25px auto 25px auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Free_Sample_Banner.png\" width=\"80%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #f3a908;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are built to last - and to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003estay beautiful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - for decades. The sturdy aluminum frame ensures that your pergola will not sag, bow, bend, break or rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half-inch thick welded post base and stainless steel fasteners will hold your pergola securely in place, even in extreme weather conditions. The posts (columns) can easily be trimmed to your preferred height and attached to virtually any surface (deck, concrete slab, pillar or footing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 20px; color: #f3a908;\"\u003ePremium Vinyl Exterior\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such quality on the inside, do you think we would skimp on the outside? \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely not!\u003c\/em\u003e The exterior of every piece (the posts, beams, rafters and shade purlins… everything!) is made of \u003cstrong\u003epremium extruded vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e that is as beautiful as it is durable. Anyone who has ever had both a vinyl fence and a wooden fence knows how much easier it is to clean and maintain vinyl. Our pergolas are virtually \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free\u003c\/strong\u003e and are \u003cu\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/u\u003e to never chalk, pit, discolor or become brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunset Pergolas are \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured right here in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e and are protected by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/sunset-pergolakits.myshopify.com\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/a\u003e. Order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/free-sample\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efree sample\u003c\/a\u003e or read more about our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehigh-quality materials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"customize\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNot Quite What You're Looking For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\" title=\"Click to design your own pergola\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Design Your Own banner illustrating that you can choose your own dimensions, end cap styles, posts and more\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Design_Your_Own_Banner.png\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" width=\"40%\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIs this pergola configuration \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e what you want… but not quite perfect? No problem! You’re looking at one of \u003cstrong\u003ethousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of unique pergola configurations we offer! So there’s absolutely no need to \"settle\" for this configuration when you can have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexactly\u003c\/span\u003e what you want!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"#quiz-JRHVmQ\"\u003einteractive design tool\u003c\/a\u003e to quickly find a pergola that is \u003cem\u003eperfectly suited\u003c\/em\u003e to your space, lifestyle and preferences. You can choose the \u003cstrong\u003epergola type\u003c\/strong\u003e (freestanding or attached), \u003cstrong\u003epergola style\u003c\/strong\u003e (traditional or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/modern-pergolas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emodern\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003ewidth and depth\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensions, \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e (white or tan vinyl), width and style of \u003cstrong\u003eposts\u003c\/strong\u003e (columns), level of \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e provided (50%, 75% or 90%), style of \u003cstrong\u003eend caps\u003c\/strong\u003e, and much more. Beyond all that, if you're looking for an \u003cem\u003eodd-sized\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003enon-rectangular-shaped\u003c\/em\u003e pergola, we can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/traditional-pergolas\/products\/design-your-own-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuild those too\u003c\/a\u003e! Just give us a call at \u003cstrong\u003e877-760-6992\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll give you a custom quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"warranty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re so confident your Sunset Pergola will look beautiful for \u003cem\u003edecades\u003c\/em\u003e that we have no hesitation backing it with a limited \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to read through the warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"easy-assembly\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEasy Assembly: DIY \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e Installed For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png\" alt=\"Stillframe sample of a pergola installation guide video representing our 12-part installation video series\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/spk-assembly-vids_480x480.png?v=1611187698\" width=\"35%\"\u003eAssembling a Sunset Pergola is quite simple and straightforward. Even novices with little to no construction experience can bang it out in a day or two. You don’t need any specialized tools, either. We provide fully-illustrated \u003cstrong\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e (see these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/Simplified_Installation_Steps_-_Sunset_Pergola_Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esimplified instructions\u003c\/a\u003e), several \u003cstrong\u003edemo videos\u003c\/strong\u003e (for the more complicated steps) and will even provide \u003cstrong\u003elive help\u003c\/strong\u003e via FaceTime or Skype for free (if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOr you can hire an installer near you to assemble and install your pergola for you. Check out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/installers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hire an Installer to Assemble Your Pergola\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elist of installers\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the country who have 1) completed our installation training course, 2) passed a test we administer, and 3) already installed our pergolas \u003cem\u003emultiple times\u003c\/em\u003e (in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more details and FAQs about assembling your Sunset Pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-drafting-compass\" title=\"Compass icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-cad-drawing\" title=\"Click to see the CAD drawing for this pergola\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see pictures of our traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eTraditional Freestanding 20' x 10' Pergola Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following CAD drawing shows the \u003cstrong\u003edefault\u003c\/strong\u003e installation configuration, which is to install the posts such that the beams and rafters extend 12 inches \u003cem\u003ebeyond\u003c\/em\u003e the \u003cu\u003eoutside\u003c\/u\u003e edge of the posts, creating a 12-inch overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eEach of the posts can, however, be installed \u003cstrong\u003efurther out\u003c\/strong\u003e (such that the post's outer edge is flush with the beams' and rafters' outer edges resulting in \u003cem\u003eno overhang\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cu\u003eOR\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efurther in\u003c\/strong\u003e (as much as 3 feet in, creating a 3-foot overhang).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the pictures below the CAD Drawing for a side-by-side comparison of a traditional pergola with and without overhangs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"CAD drawing of the pergola\" height=\"600px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/sunsetpergolakits-freestanding20w10d.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\"\u003eStandard Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eWith Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Picture of a traditional tan 4-post pergola with overhangs and scrolled end caps next to a swimming pool or spa\" width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-free-tan-1152sq.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows the \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed 12\" in from the end of the beams and rafters, creating \u003cstrong\u003e12\" overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Overhangs can be as much as 36 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" margin-bottom:\u003eAlternate Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"center\" style=\"color: #F99F29; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003eNo Overhangs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/trad-config-to-look-modern-square.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a 2-post attached white traditional pergola with no overhangs and flat end caps so it looks more like a modern pergola\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 75px; margin-right: 75px;\" align=\"center\"\u003eThis picture shows an \u003cstrong\u003ealternate\u003c\/strong\u003e installation with posts installed \u003cem\u003eflush\u003c\/em\u003e with the ends of the beams and rafters (and with \u003cem\u003eflat end caps), resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eno overhangs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/pages\/modifying-traditional-pergola-to-look-like-modern-pergola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhere To Next?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%; margin-left: 10px;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" title=\"Info icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-description\" title=\"Click to go back to the main Description tab\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-video\" title=\"Video icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-video\" title=\"Click to watch an overview video of Sunset Pergola Kits with closed-caption subtitles\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-camera\" title=\"Camera icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-picture-gallery\" title=\"Click to see our picture gallery of traditional attached pergolas\"\u003ePicture Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 175%;\" class=\"one-fourth-column-middle\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fas fa-comment-dots\" title=\"Comments icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-q-as\" title=\"Click to read answers to common questions about our pergolas\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;As\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-truck\" title=\"Truck icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-shipping-delivery\" title=\"Click to open the Shipping and Delivery tab\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tools\" title=\"Tools icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ca href=\"#tabs-assembly-info\" title=\"Click to open the Assembly Information tab\"\u003eAssembly Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Call 877-760-6992 for help - small picture of a smiling female customer service agent\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/files\/SPK_Need_Help_v2.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e","brand":"Sunset Pergola Kits","offers":[{"title":"White Vinyl","offer_id":44854005170345,"sku":"TF20x10W","price":13224.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Vinyl","offer_id":44854005203113,"sku":"TF20x10T","price":13841.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":45320263991465,"sku":"TF20x10B","price":16366.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/7769\/0025\/products\/SPK-Trad-Freestanding-SingleUpTo12x16-White_21df9ccb-cb8c-436b-a943-0e25634b1a3e.jpg?v=1741042279"}],"url":"https:\/\/sunsetpergolakits.com\/collections\/free-standing-pergolas\/roof-style_shade-purlins+style_traditional+width_7-ft+depth_10-ft.oembed","provider":"Sunset Pergola Kits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}