Why Pergolas Are a Top Upgrade for Summer 2025
Timber pergolas are taking over gardens across London and the Home Counties this summer — and it’s easy to see why. Whether you’re looking to create a cosy shaded spot, frame an outdoor dining area, or simply add a touch of structure and sophistication to your garden, a timber pergola is one of the smartest upgrades you can make in 2025.
Why Timber Pergolas Are on Trend
The rise of outdoor living has been one of the biggest home improvement trends in recent years, and 2025 is no different. Pergolas made from pressure-treated timber strike the perfect balance between practicality and style — offering structure, durability and a blank canvas for creative planting or lighting.
Pergolas give you:
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A defined outdoor zone for dining or relaxing
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Shade and shelter from sun and rain
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An elegant frame for climbing plants like jasmine or wisteria
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Year-round visual interest and garden structure
And because timber is so adaptable, it works with any style — from modern and minimal to rustic or cottagecore.
What Timber Should You Use?
At Wood Green Timber, we supply a range of treated timber perfect for pergolas, including:
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100x100mm or 150x150mm posts – ideal for strong, upright supports
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47x150 or 47x200mm joists – great for cross beams and rafters
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Pressure-treated UC3 and UC4 options – to help your pergola last for years
You can leave the timber to silver naturally, oil it for a rich grain finish, or paint it black, white or green for something bolder.
Customise It Your Way
Pergolas are one of the most flexible timber projects out there. Add screening or slatted battens for extra privacy, fix a polycarbonate roof for rain protection, or kit it out with festoon lights and outdoor furniture to create a true garden retreat.
And with a little DIY confidence (and maybe a mate to help lift the beams), you can build it yourself — we even wrote a guide to help you do just that.
? Check out our step-by-step blog: How to Build a Timber Pergola
