Forest 12 x 12 ft Ultima Pergola Kit

Do the uprights of the pergola need to be concreted into the ground?

Dear John Thank you for your question. The uprights do not need to be concreted into the ground but it is advised for the best stability. You can also use soft ground metal spikes if concrete is not an option. Should you wish to contact us further or to place an order, please call us on 0121 355 7701. Thank you for using our online Q&A system. Kind regards Zach Nicholson

Is 10x10 pergola the largest size you do?

Dear John Thank you for your question. At the present time this is the largest size of the Ultima Pergola Kit we have available. We do have a huge range of other styles: https://www.gardensite.co.uk/Garden_Structures/Pergolas_and_Pergola_Shades/ Should you wish to contact us further or to place an order, please call us on 0121 355 7701. Thank you for using our online Q&A system. Kind regards Zach Nicholson

What dimensions are the cross members on the 3.6m x 3.6m Wooden Pergola ?

Dear Tony Thank you for your question. The rafters measure 3600mm x 95mm x 47.5mm. Should you wish to contact us further or to place an order, please call us on 0121 355 7701. Thank you for using our online Q&A system. Kind regards Olivia Malpas

What are the cross sectional dimensions of the vertical posts?

Dear Peter Thank you for your question. The uprights are 95mm x 47.5mm (3.7ins x 1.9ins). Should you wish to contact us further or to place an order, please call us on 0121 355 7701. Thank you for using our online Q&A system. Kind regards Luke Sinclair

Is the wood strong enough for me to hang a hammock chair from it? What kind of weight can one of the top cross beams take?

Dear Sheen Thank you for your question. To be honest this is not something we or the manufacture could tell you. The top beams are 9cm x 4.5cm thick. In theory i think it should be okay but you need to ensure it is well anchored to the ground. Kind regards Nathan James Dodd

Is it possible to get a pergola to fit an area 4.0m x 2.0m?

Dear Terry Thank you for your question. Unfortunately we only sell two sizes of the pergola kit which are: 3.6 x 3.6m and 2.7 x 2.7m. Should you wish to contact us further or to place an order, please call us on 0121 355 7701. Thank you for using our online Q&A system. Kind regards Ellie Goodall

Is it better to put the pergola posts into the ground just using concrete or concrete them in the ground using the post supports?

Dear Elaine Thank you for your question. I suggest either concrete them in or use the post supports. You need not concrete in the post supports unless you really want to. Should you wish to contact us further or to place an order, please call us on 0121 355 7701. Thank you for using our online Q&A system. Kind regards Nathan James Dodd

I am interested in the Forest Ultima Pergola kit 3.6 x 3.6 m. On looking at the dimensions on your website they appear to be for a different model - could you please clarify?

Dear Ray Thank you for your question. It is the same model. The drawing shows internal dimensions between the posts and not full external dimensions. Should you wish to contact us further or to place an order, please call us on 0121 355 7701. Thank you for using our online Q&A system. Kind regards Nathan James Dodd

I want to install this pergola on Indian sandstone patio. What is the best method to ensure proper installation? I will be using it as frame for climbing plants as well. Will it be sufficient to attach the posts to large planters and fill it with soil ?

Dear Raj Thank you for your question. I would suggest either using post supports which you can bolt into your slabs. https://www.gardensite.co.uk/Garden_Structures/Forest_Fencefast_Easyfit_90105mm_Post_Base_Support.htm Or you can attach good sized planters and a trellis. Should you wish to contact us further or to place an order, please call us on 0121 355 7701. Thank you for using our online Q&A system. Kind regards Nathan James Dodd

The smaller pergola is too small and our maximum width is 2.6 metres, can the posts that support the frame be adjusted closer together to allow it to fit a slightly smaller footprint?

Dear Tom Thank you for your question. Yes, the posts can be adjusted. Should you wish to contact us further or to place an order, please call us on 0121 355 7701. Thank you for using our online Q&A system. Kind regards Lauren Bilboe

Can the posts be fitted on to the top of a patio using metal foot brackets ? Thank you

Dear Roger Thank you for your question. Yes, it could be but you would need to order the foot brackets which are an option at an additional cost (unless you have them already). You will then have to secure the brackets into your patio, depending on the material. Should you wish to contact us further or to place an order, please call us on 0121 355 7701. Thank you for using our online Q&A system. Kind regards Robert Hall

Can I stretch the gazebo to cover a patio 3.7m wide (x 3.2m long)?

Dear Tony Thank you for your question. All Forest items are wood based and therefore cannot be stretched. Should you wish to contact us further or to place an order, please call us on 0121 355 7701. Thank you for using our online Q&A system. Kind regards Lauren Bilboe

Could you please tell me the height of the uprights? I would like to sink them into the ground so need posts that are at least 2.7m long.

Dear Duncan Thank you for your question. The height of this pagoda including rafters is 2.8m. Should you wish to contact us further or to place an order, please call us on 0121 355 7701. Thank you for using our online Q&A system. Kind regards, Lauren Bilboe

I'm interested in your 3.6m x 3.6m pergola. As I live in Portugal, it will be necessary for you to deliver it to my shipping agent.

Dear Dave Thank you for your comment. Due to the size and nature of these products they don't come packed as such, e.g in a cardboard box. The timber pieces are strapped and bundled together. The total size would be 271 x 38 x 23cm with an approximate weight of 148kg. Should you wish to contact us further or to place an order, please call us on 0121 355 7701. Thank you for using our online Q&A system. Kind regards Andy Hobson

The height of this Pergola Kit is 2.8m, which would be a little too high for our requirements. Is it possible to have it ordered to a height of 2.5m at the back and 2.0m at the front?

Dear Dee Thank you for your question. Unfortunately, we are not able to make this product to bespoke specifications. However, it would be fairly simple to do this yourself. Should you wish to contact us further or to place an order, please call us on 0121 355 7701. Thank you for using our online Q&A system. Kind regards Nathan James Dodd

I am interested in the 3.6 x 3.6m model, in the instructions the distance between the posts is 2.86m, I want to increase this to 3.04m. Given that the support beams are 3.6m this should be OK, it will mean that the overhang distance will be reduced. Please could you confirm that this would be a viable option?

Dear David Thank you for your question. Essentially you can adjust this pergola to the size you want. We would however recommend against this as it will affect the structural integrity. Should you wish to contact us further or to place an order, please call us on 0121 355 7701. Thank you for using our online Q&A system. Kind regards Zach Nicholson

I want to erect the pergola over a paved area, is it possible to bolt it to paving slabs?

Dear Annette Thank you for your question. If you are choosing to bolt them onto paving slabs, we would recommend using the easy-fit fencebase bolt down for £9.99. This is shown as an option at the bottom of the product page and here: https://www.gardensite.co.uk/Landscaping/Forest_EasyFit_Fencebase_90105mm.htm The slabs should be fine to drill into as long as you keep clear of the edge and take your time. Should you wish to contact us further or to place an order, please call us on 0121 355 7701. Thank you for using our online Q&A system. Kind regards Lauren

Does the timber need treating with anything? If so, what is recommended?

Dear Gary Thank you for your question. The wood is already pressure treated and comes with a 15 year guarantee from the manufacturer Forest. You can paint it if you want to change the colour (e.g Ronseal, Sadolin or Cuprinol) or use a clear treatment to stop the wood turning to a grey colour, which it does after a few years. Should you wish to contact us further or to place an order, please call us on 0121 355 7701. Thank you for using our online Q&A system. Kind regards Nathan James Dodd

Can you confirm the height of the upright posts, not the overall height?

Dear Damian Thank you for your question. The height of the upright posts are 261cm (8ft 7ins) excluding the rafters. Should you wish to contact us further or to place an order, please call us on 0121 355 7701. Thank you for using our online Q&A system. Kind regards Lauren

I need a advice on the use of a clear coating for the tanalised timber. Some information I have read is to not coat the timber for at least a year as it has to dry out first. Other information suggests that a clear varnish such as Ronseal is fine to use, yet others say that it is too hard and could crack when the wood expands or blister because of the tanalisation. Can you please recommend a good "CLEAR" matt or satin coating I could use that will not cause problems with the wood?

Dear Gary Thank you for your question. Forest timber items are pressure impregnated with Osmose Naturewood preservative, this contains copper and an organic co-biocide and will preserve wood against fungal decay and insect attack. Stains and water repellents may be applied immediately if required, providing you follow the manufacturer's instructions. If we were to recommend a preservative, we would recommend something like Ronseal Clear Total Wood Preserver or similar that can be found in general DIY stores. Should you wish to contact us further or to place an order, please call us on 0121 355 7701. Thank you for using our online Q&A system. Kind regards Lauren

When placing and fixing the rafters on top, do they have to be placed so they have an equal overhang on each side? Alternatively, due to its location and having to fix uprights closer together, can I have a small overhang on all the rafters on one side and a much longer overhang for all the rafters on the opposite side?

Dear Steve Thank you for your question. Yes, that would be possible as you can place the rafters where you like. Should you wish to contact us further or to place an order, please call us on 0121 355 7701. Thank you for using our online Q&A system. Kind regards Nathan James Dodd

I want to put this pergola in a slightly smaller space in one direction i.e. a rectangular shape rather than a square. Looking at previous answers, this does seem possible. My question is: are the pieces pre-drilled or can I make these adjustments without too much difficulty?

Dear Terry Thank you for your question. None of our Forest products come pre-drilled and we recommend that they are installed as per the design specification and instructions so that they retain their structural integrity. Should you wish to contact us further or to place an order, please call us on 0121 355 7701. Thank you for using our online Q&A system. Kind regards Lauren

Are other rafter end shapes available rather than round as shown?

Dear Den Thank you for your question. Unfortunately, other rafter end shapes are not available. The rafters come as standard in the one shape. Should you wish to contact us further or to place an order, please call us on 0121 355 7701. Thank you for using our online Q&A system. Kind regards Lauren

Is it possible to attach a canopy to this pergola?

Dear Carl Thank you for your question. Technically yes, although it depends on what kind of canopy top you have in mind. We have one of these pergolas on our show site and have bolted polycarbonate (plastic) glazing sheets to the roof and used silicone gel (similar to what's used around bathtubs) between the gaps to create a waterproof roof. However, please note that any major alterations to the structure or integrity may void any guarantee of the product. Should you wish to contact us further or to place an order, please call us on 0121 355 7701. Thank you for using our online Q&A system. Kind regards Lauren

What would be the total width between the posts including one of your bolt downs on either post? Is a concrete base that's 3300 wide large enough?

Dear Vish Thank you for your question. The distance from inside a post to inside the other post is 2860mm and the posts are 90mm thick so the distance from the outside of the post to the outside of the opposing post is 3050mm. This means the pergola would fit quite neatly within a 3300 x 3300mm base. Should you wish to contact us further or to place an order, please call us on 0121 355 7701. Thank you for using our online Q&A system. Kind regards Lauren

Is it possible to attach trellis to this pergola and what’s the best way to go about it?

Dear Tina Thank you for your question. We would recommend using U shaped clips from your local hardware store which would be secured to the posts first and then the trellis can be secured to them. Depending on the size of the trellis, you may need additional support posts in the middle. Should you wish to contact us further or to place an order, please call us on 0121 355 7701. Thank you for using our online Q&A system. Kind regards Lauren

Do you offer an installation service for this pergola?

Dear Roger Thank you for your question. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer an installation service on this product range. Should you wish to contact us further or to place an order, please call us on 0121 355 7701. Thank you for using our online Q&A system. Kind regards, Lauren.