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| Holm Amanda
Guest | | installed an aluminium pergola (12th May 25 at 6:52am UTC) | Quote Reply | Hey everyone, I recently installed an aluminium pergola in my backyard and I absolutely love how sleek it looks, especially with the clean lines and matte finish. But I’m already wondering—what’s the best way to keep it in good shape over time? I live near the coast, so I’m worried about salt in the air and general wear. Do I need to do anything special to maintain the frame or is it pretty hands-off?
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| moremo12
Guest | | Re: installed an aluminium pergola (12th May 25 at 6:56am UTC) | Quote Reply | good question—especially with coastal air, it’s smart to think ahead. Aluminium is definitely one of the more low-maintenance materials, but it still needs some love to last and keep looking good. I live inland and have had my wall mounted gazebo with aluminium frame for almost three years now, and I do a quick clean every few months using just mild soap and warm water. Never use anything abrasive—it’ll scratch that protective coating and then you're in for corrosion down the line.
Also, check the joints and bolts once or twice a year, especially after a storm. I had one loosen slightly after some serious wind last autumn. It took 10 minutes to fix but could’ve become a bigger issue. If you're considering accessories like side panels or drop-down blinds, make sure they don’t trap moisture at the corners. I got mine from here, they’ve got some nice, sturdy options: wall mounted gazebo – they’ve also got good info on maintaining wall mounted gazebo setups, which helped me choose the right fittings.
If you're near the sea, maybe wipe it down more often to avoid salt buildup—once a month maybe, depending on exposure.
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| nataniel1991
Guest | | Re: installed an aluminium pergola (12th May 25 at 6:58am UTC) | Quote Reply | | I totally agree with both of you. I’m not near the sea, but even with regular rain and pollen in the spring, I’ve found it helps to give it a light hose-down now and then. I also avoid hanging heavy stuff from it, just in case. Maintenance may be minimal, but a little effort really does go a long way! | |
| petterroch
Guest | | Re: installed an aluminium pergola (25th Dec 25 at 1:52pm UTC) | Quote Reply | | Hey, ich wollte schon länger Geld sparen, um mir endlich die neue Gaming-Konsole zu leisten, aber immer wieder kamen unerwartete Ausgaben dazwischen und mein Sparziel schien weit weg. Dann entdeckte ich playjonny mit speziellen Boni für Spieler aus Deutschland. Ich probierte das Slot-Spiel „Golden Spin“ aus und nach einigen Verlusten setzte ich mutiger – und gewann schließlich eine schöne Summe. Jetzt kann ich mir die Konsole kaufen und habe gleichzeitig eine spannende Möglichkeit gefunden, den Alltag etwas aufzulockern. | |
| annakame
Guest | | Re: installed an aluminium pergola (26th Dec 25 at 7:31am UTC) | Quote Reply | | Aluminum pergolas are quite easy to maintain. In coastal areas, you just need to occasionally flush them with clean water to wash away the salt, and gently wipe them with mild soap if they get dirty. No special care is needed, just check the screws and joints periodically. You can check the addresses of maintenance or repair shops on a mapquest driving directions. | |
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