Free Standing Pergola

A free standing gazebo (pergola) is a self-supporting structure on four legs that creates sheltered outdoor living and storage space. They can be installed anywhere with a flat surface, such as patios or driveways.

Types of free standing gazebo

If you want your pergola free standing, you have a choice of sizes, colours and roofing options:

Sizes

A standard small free standing pergola is 3 metres wide by 3 metres long. Length-wise, 3 metres is the standard minimum size, but pergolas can be up to 8 metres in length.

Metal gazebos

The best quality metal gazebos are made from powder coated aluminium which is a strong and durable material that’s weather and scratch resistant for year-round use.

Timber gazebos

These are another popular option if you want your gazebo free standing, but require more maintenance than metal gazebos as the wood will need treating every few years. They are also more liable to chips and scratches than the metal alternative.

Colours

The colour of timber gazebos depends on the type of wood used, but you’ll have the option to paint. Metal gazebo pergolas are typically available in black, white or grey.

Roof types

Choosing a louvred roof gives you the option to open and close the slats manually or via remote control. Or go for a polycarbonate roof, a transparent plastic that’s 250 times stronger than glass and built to resist all kinds of weather.

The benefits of a free standing pergola with roof for your space

Free standing pergolas enhance the aesthetic appeal of outside spaces, especially gardens.

They are more flexible than wall-mounted pergolas because they can be located anywhere there’s a strong, flat surface.

Once in place, they provide additional living, working or storage space in commercial or residential locations.

Drop screens and doors can be added to the open sides of a pergola to create an enclosed space with enhanced privacy and protection from the weather.

Choosing the right free standing gazebo for your needs in the Cosy Deals store

Cosy Deals is the place to buy free standing aluminium pergolas at factory prices.

The online store has a range of high quality pergolas available in a variety of sizes and colours.

As a group-buying platform, Cosy Deals orders pergolas direct from the manufacturers. This cuts out the middlemen, enabling us to cut the price of high quality pergolas without sacrificing quality.

We deliver flat packed free standing pergola kits Australia-wide at no cost. It should take a couple of people just a few hours to assemble the pergola from scratch, or we can recommend for some pros to do the job for you.

FAQs

Does a freestanding pergola need to be anchored?

Yes, a freestanding pergola will need to be securely anchored to ensure it is stable and ready to handle high winds and heavy rain. You can achieve this stability by using brackets fixed to the surface, or posts hammered into the ground.

What can I do to keep my freestanding pergola stable?

Choosing a freestanding pergola that’s made from aluminium will give you a strong, durable structure that will stay stable during heavy rain and high winds. Anchoring your pergola in concrete blocks or using ground screws will increase the pergola’s stability, and you might want to consider positioning your pergola in an area that gets some protection from the elements.

Can you put a freestanding pergola on a deck?

You certainly can, but it’s important to make sure the boards of your deck are strong enough to support the weight of the pergola. You should also take into account any extra weight that may be put on your pergola, such as from rain, wind and any side panels or lighting fixtures you might decide to attach.