Covering a pergola with concrete

Roofing a concrete pergola all the ways in one place

What is a pergola?

A pergola is a roofed structure used for shading over an open space, typically made of wood, aluminum, or steel. You can install it above a patio, the entrance of a house, a swimming pool, or even in the middle of your yard.

A pergola is an outdoor garden feature that creates a shaded pathway, passage, or seating area supported by columns or vertical pillars, usually with intersecting beams and an open, sturdy lattice structure, often covered with climbing woody vines.

The origin of the word is the late Latin word "pergula," which refers to a sheltered roof.
As a type of structure, it can also be an extension of a building or serve as protection for an open terrace or as a link between buildings.
They are different from green tunnels, as a green tunnel is a type of path under a canopy of trees.
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pergola

Covering a pergola with concrete 

Concrete is a material used for construction, known for its strength and versatility in various shapes. Most of the world today uses concrete for construction. Modern concrete was invented by the British engineer John Smeaton (John Smeaton; 1724-1792) in 1756, by mixing lime, crushed stones, and bricks.

It is possible to make a concrete pergola, but the problem is that it is not waterproof, so you need to roof the concrete pergola.

Concrete beam covering - pergolas for shading between concrete beams. 

To convert the concrete beams on the balcony into a waterproof pergola, all electric and clean to examine.

Today, there is a variety of concrete beams on the balcony, in various shapes, whether they are square or just beams. From a design perspective, it appeals to some people, but the majority don't care whether it's beams or a concrete pergola. The purpose of the pergola is to provide shade or to enclose the balcony. However, in the case of concrete beams with no closure, it is considered something modern and luxurious.

There are several options for closing a concrete pergola, but most of them do not provide strong waterproofing and the ability to fold, open, and close.

Pergola on concrete beams.

• Electric PVC pergola: A high-quality model beautifully designed, suitable for covering concrete beams. It comes with built-in lighting within the aluminum profile, a concealed drainage system for water runoff, and requires no maintenance at all! It also doesn't require any additional construction.
• Electric aluminum pergola, HEXA model: A modern pergola featuring a combination of aluminum louvers that can be gathered with the push of a button. Waterproof, with a concealed drainage system, no additional construction required, and designed at a high level. Ideal for covering concrete pergolas.