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Install Video: 11×24 Alumawood Solid Flat Pan in Scottsdale, AZ

Install Video: 11×24 Alumawood Solid Flat Pan in Scottsdale, AZ

Project Description: Royal Covers built this Alumawood solid style patio cover to provide backyard shade for this homeowner in Scottsdale, Arizona.  The Mojave Tan Alumawood material matches the home well and provides a modern feel to the newly shaded area.

Freestanding vs Attached Pergola

Freestanding vs Attached Pergola

Pergolas are getting popular by the day, and slowly becoming an architectural feature often found in contemporary gardens. Beyond providing shade and shelter, they enhance the visual appeal of outdoor spaces, creating inviting areas for relaxation and entertainment....

Awning vs Pergola

Awning vs Pergola

If you enjoy spending time in your backyard, adding an awning or pergola can enhance your space, whether rain or shine. So, if you are looking to expand the outdoor area or protect your outdoor seating from the elements, both options offer plenty of benefits. While...

What Is a Good Size for a Covered Patio?

What Is a Good Size for a Covered Patio?

Whether you're dreaming of intimate morning coffees or hosting weekend barbecues, finding the right size for your covered patio can feel overwhelming with countless design options and conflicting advice online. We understand that creating the perfect outdoor living...

Types of Pergola

Types of Pergola

Outdoor living spaces allow homeowners to create a unique look by incorporating greenery and structures like pergolas. However, decorating is not as simple as we might think, especially when it comes to choosing between the different types of pergola.  Luckily, with...

Large Alumawood Patio Cover with Fans and Lights

Large Alumawood Patio Cover with Fans and Lights

Project Description: Royal Covers built this large Alumawood patio cover with fans and lights to provide shade and a space to entertain for this homeowner in Scottsdale, Arizona.  The combination of Graphite framework with Mojave Tan pans matches the home well and...

Pergola for Courtyard Shade

Pergola for Courtyard Shade

Project Description: Royal Covers built an Alumawood pergola in this customer's courtyard to provide shade from the Arizona sun.

Pergola vs Pavilion

Pergola vs Pavilion

Transforming your outdoor space is more than merely adding a few chairs and a grill – it’s about creating a personal sanctuary where luxury meets functionality. Whether you’re the go-to home to hold family gatherings and events or you’re only starting your backyard...

Pergola vs Patio Cover

Pergola vs Patio Cover

If you want to improve your outdoor space, one of the best investments is protecting it from the elements. With many options to choose from, pergolas and patio covers still remain one of the most popular in providing shade and weather protection.  While they serve the...

Pergola vs Gazebo

Pergola vs Gazebo

Whether you are looking for a shaded spot during the summer days or want to boost your backyard aesthetic appeal, a quick search online can lead you to a suggestion between a pergola and a gazebo. While both offer protection from natural elements, there are noticeable...

How to Hang Curtains on Aluminum Pergola

How to Hang Curtains on Aluminum Pergola

If you're searching for ways to transform your aluminum pergola into a private, comfortable outdoor retreat, you've come to the right place. We understand that creating the perfect outdoor living space requires both functionality and style, and hanging curtains on...

How Long Do Aluminum Pergolas Last?

How Long Do Aluminum Pergolas Last?

Pergolas are becoming one of the hottest trends in landscaping, with architects increasingly incorporating them into various designs ranging from attractive garden retreats to sleek urban spaces. Although these structures can be manufactured from various materials,...

How to Choose Alumawood Patio Colors

How to Choose Alumawood Patio Colors

If you're considering an Alumawood patio cover and wondering which color will look best with your home while providing optimal performance in the heat, you've come to the right place. We understand that choosing the right color for your patio cover is more than just...