Description

How rigid is the vertical and overhead frame?

Heavy-duty 90mm x 90mm posts combined with 28mm x 120mm roof joists guarantee structural reliability for this 12ft x 16ft wooden pergola. This broad timber chassis employs reinforced corner intersections to stop warping and hold a perfectly rectangular alignment over its service life. The slatted overhead softwood rafters distribute the physical load evenly across the extended 12 x 16 dimensions, building a dependable architectural shelter that tolerates varying United Kingdom climates. Once fixed onto a solid foundation, the thick wooden uprights deflect heavy gusts to leave the garden boundary entirely secure.

What flooring solution comes with this garden structure?

Users gain an immediate, level patio solution through the integrated 28mm grooved pine decking included with this 12 x 16 timber kit. This supplied wooden floor constructs a distinct entertaining zone directly below the 28mm x 120mm overarching canopy. Manufactured with a textured top profile, the 28mm boards afford superb underfoot grip that proves highly advantageous during wet autumn mornings. Stretching across the complete 12ft x 16ft border, the heavy-duty pine base comfortably carries the weight of outdoor kitchen equipment or multiple table configurations without buckling.

Is the lumber shielded against outdoor weathering?

Industrial pressure-treated softwood ensures this 12ft x 16ft wooden pergola kit guards against environmental degradation and helps prevent fungal onset. Harvested from sustainable wood sources, every load-bearing component, covering the 90mm x 90mm columns and the 28mm decking, undergoes an intensive chemical immersion before dispatch. This factory process infuses the pine cells thoroughly, certifying the immense 12 x 16 build can endure relentless exposure to wet autumns. Painting the timber with a breathable, water-repellent sealant post-assembly will additionally shield the outer layers and retain the natural finish.

Features:

Guarantee – 10-year anti-rot

Post Size – 90mm x 90mm

Roof Joists – 120mm x 28mm

Deck Boards – 120mm wide x 28mm deep

Treatment – Pressure-treated (application of preservative and waterproof coat required)

How Can I Use a 12ft x 16ft Pergola Kit With Decking?

Capitalise on the extended 12 x 16 dimensions to set up a dual-zone outdoor lounge directly upon the 28mm grooved pine floor. The elongated decking affords sufficient square footage to host a dedicated cooking station alongside a ten-seater dining arrangement, while the overarching 28mm x 120mm roof joists diffuse intense sunlight across both areas.

Alternatively, transform the broad 12ft x 16ft footprint into an elaborate horticultural walkway by guiding climbing plants up the 90mm x 90mm posts. Substantial terracotta pots rest flat on the reliable 28mm decking, permitting ivy or wisteria to ascend the wooden pillars and thread laterally through the overhead joists. As the foliage matures, it produces a thick, living canopy above the pressure-treated softwood, embedding the rectangular framework organically into your wider property layout.

About Your Order

The Shire pergola and decking is made in the UK with sustainably sourced timber. You get a top-quality wooden decking with a low carbon footprint made from ethically sourced materials. The clean and straightforward design makes it easy to assemble, please note that the fixtures and fittings required are not included as part of your order. The decking has a 10-year anti-rot guarantee and a 12-month manufacturer's warranty to enjoy it for many seasons.

Pergola and Decking Maintenance

The Pergola and Decking is made with pressure-treated timbers. The pressure treatment process forces preservatives into the wood under high pressure. It provides effective long-term protection against rot and fungus. Pressure treatment is almost colourless except for a light green tint caused by the copper content in the preservative. Over time, the treatment greys, but this does not affect the quality.

Shire, the manufacturer, advises that you must apply a wood stain, paint or waterproofing topcoat to make the product more water-resistant. The treatment must be carried out immediately after installation. Using the treatment after installation, followed by consistent annual treatment of the garden arbour, will maintain the high-quality finish and is a requirement of the 10-year anti-rot guarantee. A 1-year manufacturer's warranty is included as standard.

To treat the decking and pergola, elbec recommends Protek wood treatment. Browse our Protek Royal Exterior Wood Finish Paint range to find the best paint colour to add your personalised finish. In the options section, we’ve included popular colours and a Wood Preserver+ for use underneath your colour choice.

About Shire

Shire is one of the UK's leading manufacturers of garden buildings. It is the proud manufacturer of the most extensive UK timber garden building range, which includes Garden Sheds, Log Cabins, eco homes, Home Offices, Sheds, Workshops, Summerhouses, Playhouses, Arbours, Storage units, and Pet houses.

Their UK production facilities cover 23 acres, including stock holding facilities and an advanced high-speed timber planing mill. There is also a modern, well-equipped joinery production facility and semi-automated production lines. All Shire garden buildings are manufactured in the UK using the finest spruce timber, imported directly, and manufactured using the most up-to-date machines to ensure the best quality and best value for money garden sheds in the UK.

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Delivery

ALL DELIVERIES ARE DELIVERED TO KERBSIDE AND ARE FLAT PACKED READY FOR ASSEMBLY

FREE delivery is offered to the majority of mainland UK postcodes but some areas may incur a surcharge and some postcode areas are not covered at all. Please check your postcode in the ‘Delivery cost checker’ above to confirm availability and any possible surcharges.

Delivery Leadtimes
The estimated delivery lead time for this product is identified on the product page above. Lead times are in working days (Monday - Friday) excludes Bank Holidays. These estimated lead times are provided by the manufacturers and are not guaranteed - due to fluctuation in demand - but are provided in good faith and are representative of delivery at that time. Some remote areas will take a little longer.

Booking Delivery
By entering your postal code in the ‘Pick a delivery day. ENTER POSTCODE’ Box above you can select a delivery date. The evening before this delivery date you will be sent a text message (where a mobile has been provided) with an estimated delivery window.  This update can only be provided where a mobile number has been supplied on the billing address section at the time of checkout.

Upon Delivery
Delivery is made by Shire the manufacturer. Delivery of this item is typically made by a 17 ton flat-bed (similar size to a council refuse lorry). Delivery is typically between 7am and 7pm. The delivery drivers are only insured to deliver to kerb side or driveway. We would not risk damaging your property whilst delivering a product. Unfortunately we will not be able to go through your property. Deliveries are hand-balled off by the driver.

We would recommend against arranging for a third party to install the building before it's been delivered and checked that all parts are present, as we cannot be held liable for any third-party costs.

Installation option
If you are choosing the installation option after placing your order you’ll be contacted within 5 working days by Shire the manufacturer either by a text message or automated telephone message (the latter if a mobile number is not supplied). This message will supply you with the name of the website to go on to where you will be required to accept the terms and conditions for assembly. Any delay in accepting these terms and conditions may affect your timescale. Once you have accepted these terms and conditions you will be contacted during the timescale with a date for the delivery/assembly of your order. The installation option will extend your lead time by up to 15-25 working days. This may take longer during seasonal periods. Please be aware that the installation team will require full access to your garden, 18" clearance all around the building and a firm and level base. Shire's installation team will not bring a building through your home as they are not covered by insurance to enter a customer’s home.

Specification

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The 12ft x 16ft Shire wooden pergola kit with integrated pine decking presents an elongated, immense framework suited for individuals requiring maximum outdoor entertaining capacity. Constructed in Great Britain using pressure-treated softwood, this complete garden installation mounts upon level ground to establish a hard-wearing platform that guards against environmental degradation. Key features include:

• 12ft x 16ft footprint: Provides an extended base for housing multiple seating zones simultaneously.
• 90mm x 90mm posts: Establishes a highly secure vertical support system for constant garden deployment.
• 28mm x 120mm roof joists: Guarantees robust overhead integrity amidst fluctuating English weather fronts.
• 28mm grooved decking: Supplies a dependable underfoot foundation equipped to mitigate slipping during coastal drizzle.
• Pressure-treated timber: Helps prevent fungal onset and repels dampness to prolong the lifespan of the structure.