{"id":8993,"date":"2020-07-23T12:01:57","date_gmt":"2020-07-23T10:01:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pergola-agava.si\/?p=8993"},"modified":"2020-10-23T15:52:11","modified_gmt":"2020-10-23T13:52:11","slug":"pergola-patio-differences","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pergola-agava.si\/en\/blog\/pergola-patio-differences\/","title":{"rendered":"The Difference Between Pergolas and Patios. Patio and Pergola Ideas."},"content":{"rendered":"<p>There\u2019s quite a lot of variation when it comes to <a href=\"https:\/\/pergola-agava.si\/en\/blog\/outdoor-backyard-pergola-ideas-designs\/\">outdoor<\/a> structures, and each variation has a different name. It\u2019s not just pergolas, it\u2019s also patios, porches, <a href=\"https:\/\/pergola-agava.si\/en\/blog\/pergola-gazebo\/\">gazebos<\/a>, and so on. Although we\u2019ll be discussing differences between patios and pergolas in this article.<\/p>\n<h2>What is a pergola?<\/h2>\n<p>First of all, our main comparison object is a pergola. The traditional purpose of a pergola was to act as the supporting grid for climbing plants. With time, the original design morphed a lot to become much more versatile and variable. A roof wasn\u2019t initially included in a pergola in the first place, since people preferred to use foliage as the means of protecting themselves from the sun.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-8998\" src=\"https:\/\/pergola-agava.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/pergola-patio-differences-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"an example of a regular patio with a roof\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pergola-agava.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/pergola-patio-differences-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/pergola-agava.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/pergola-patio-differences-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pergola-agava.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/pergola-patio-differences-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pergola-agava.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/pergola-patio-differences-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/pergola-agava.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/pergola-patio-differences-1.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Advantages and disadvantages of a pergola<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>The foliage can serve as a shade for the construction<\/li>\n<li>A beautiful <a href=\"https:\/\/pergola-agava.si\/en\/blog\/pergola-attached-to-house\/\">pergola<\/a> surrounded in vines can become a charming addition to your backyard<\/li>\n<li>If pergola isn\u2019t attached to your home, you might find heating the area inside a lot more difficult than your regular apartments<\/li>\n<li>Plants that take part in your pergola\u2019s beautification would need a consistent grooming<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>What is a patio?<\/h2>\n<p>On the other hand there are patios. They are not usually incorporating plants in the structure in any way, and some patio pergola ideas don\u2019t come with a roof, either. A particular thing that stands out when it comes to patios is that the main purpose of a pergola patio is always about recreation and\/or dining. It is an outdoor space that puts relaxation and luxury first.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-9004\" src=\"https:\/\/pergola-agava.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/pergola-patio-differences-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"an example of a patio without a roof\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pergola-agava.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/pergola-patio-differences-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/pergola-agava.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/pergola-patio-differences-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pergola-agava.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/pergola-patio-differences-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pergola-agava.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/pergola-patio-differences-2-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/pergola-agava.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/pergola-patio-differences-2-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s not uncommon for owners to use their pergola patios as the way of showing their specific tastes in design, furniture, and so on, implementing different patio pergola ideas to do exactly that. At the same time a patio can be a nice temporary construction if you don\u2019t have the money to build a pergola with steel yet.<\/p>\n<p>Nowadays there\u2019s still a lot of variation when it comes to outdoor structures in general and patios specifically. For example, some pergola designs for patios may include fully stocked dining areas or even kitchens inside of the patio, which was unheard of before.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-9010\" src=\"https:\/\/pergola-agava.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/pergola-patio-differences-3-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"a patio with a fully functional kitchen\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pergola-agava.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/pergola-patio-differences-3-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/pergola-agava.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/pergola-patio-differences-3-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pergola-agava.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/pergola-patio-differences-3-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pergola-agava.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/pergola-patio-differences-3.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Advantages and disadvantages of a patio<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Numerous variations of patio covers are available, making it easier to find the one that suits your tastes the most<\/li>\n<li>A patio area is, in a sense, upgradeable, you can add lights, heating elements, sliding panels, and so on, it\u2019s much easier to do than with a pergola<\/li>\n<li>The addition of sliding panels gives you full control over your sun shading levels<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Differences between patios and pergolas<\/h2>\n<p>One of the main differences between patios and pergolas is their function in the context of the user\u2019s backyard. The thing is, pergolas are somewhat more interactive and variable when it comes to choosing the design for yourself, and pergola patio is somewhat limited if you want to explore different patio pergola ideas. Also it is worth noting that technically patios are often thought of as an extension of a house, while pergolas might be, and often are, freestanding and a part of the outdoor area instead.<\/p>\n<p>There are also differences in the materials and the overall construction costs. Patios are often created with a type of wood to blend into the general theme, but this means it\u2019ll require some maintenance from time to time. Meanwhile pergolas can be created from actual steel and generally are sturdier than patios, meaning they\u2019ll be fine without any maintenance to begin with.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking of pergolas, there\u2019s a specific pergola type with many advantages, called pergola Agava. Pergola Agava is made of aluminum and implements a lot of useful functions to make the overall pergola usability as high as possible. For example, some of the prime advantages of pergola Agava are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>General solidity of the construction is safe and secure in the first place;<\/li>\n<li>The ability to exist for a long time with no maintenance thanks to the impressive material quality;<\/li>\n<li>Modern day structure of the pergola allows it to easily blend into any environment without standing out in your backyard;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>There\u2019s also the fact that pergola Agava is bioclimatic, which implies a few more Agava-specific advantages. Bioclimatic pergola deals with airflow problems, weather conditions and light coverage in a specific way. The entire roof consists of a number of adjustable louvers made from aluminum, which you can adjust whenever you want.<\/p>\n<p>This brings a lot of flexibility to your regular pergola usage, you can instantly create additional airflow or block yourself from harsh weather conditions just by adjusting the roof\u2019s setup accordingly. Of course, the bioclimatic structure is relatively new, and is pergola-specific, meaning that no patio can offer the same amount of comfort and versatility.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There\u2019s quite a lot of variation when it comes to outdoor structures, and each variation has a different name. It\u2019s not just pergolas, it\u2019s also patios, porches, gazebos, and so on. Although we\u2019ll be discussing differences between patios and pergolas in this article. What is a pergola? 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