Phoenix Wood Pergolas
Wood & Lattice Pergolas in Phoenix, AZ
Cedar and treated-lumber pergolas with open rafters or a lattice roof.
Phoenix Wood Pergolas
Cedar and treated-lumber pergolas with open rafters or a lattice roof.
A wood pergola gives you thick posts, heavy beams and rafter tails cut to a shape you choose. It suits older Phoenix homes, Spanish Revival styles and any yard where you want the warmth of real grain.
A lattice pergola adds a crisscross layer over the rafters for more shade and a softer pattern on the patio. The City of Phoenix's patio cover guideline notes that open lattice or trellis should be pressure-treated lumber, which is a good rule for any lattice in our climate.
Wood needs care here. We seal every cut end and finish the frame with a stain made for exterior sun exposure, and we'll tell you how often to restain.
Rough-sawn or smooth cedar posts, beams and rafters.
A crisscross top layer for denser shade.
Semi-transparent or solid stain applied after the frame is built.
Posts and rafters ready for bougainvillea or other climbers.
| Open rafters | Lattice roof | |
|---|---|---|
| Shade | Striped, depends on spacing | Denser, broken pattern |
| Look | Bold beams and rafter tails | Lighter, garden feel |
| Upkeep | Restain the frame | More surfaces to restain |
| Good for | Modern and ranch homes | Older homes and climbing plants |
With sealed ends and a stain that's renewed on schedule, a wood pergola holds up for many years. Skipping the stain is what shortens its life.
Cedar looks better and resists decay naturally. Pressure-treated lumber costs less and is the City's stated choice for open lattice. Many builds use both.
Noticeably more than open rafters alone, though it's still filtered. For full shade, add a canopy over the lattice or rafters.
Yes. It's heavy once established, so we size the frame with that in mind and suggest where to plant.
Tell us the look you want and where it would go. We'll measure and sketch a wood or lattice design.
Free estimate, no obligation