🏡 Product Description
Own authentic Amish craftsmanship without the custom wait. Pergola-in-a-Box by Amish Country Gazebos ships nationwide in two homeowner-friendly footprints—10 × 12 ft and 12 × 14 ft. Every component is milled, sanded, cut, and precision-notched in Lancaster County, PA, then boxed with illustrated, step-by-step instructions so two people can assemble a stunning arched-roof pergola in a single weekend. Bring handcrafted Amish quality to your own backyard—without hiring a crew. Ships unfinished—ready for stain or paint to match your palette.
✨ Key Features:
- Arched roof design – signature curved runners and rafters give the kit its upscale, custom look.
- DIY simplicity – color-coded hardware and full-color illustrations eliminate guesswork.
- Decorative posts – 5 × 5 laminated pine posts include an elegant superior design on the bottom 3 ft for built-in curb appeal.
- Permit-friendly sizes – both models stay below 200 sq ft in most jurisdictions.
- Upgrade-ready – add an EZShade® retractable canopy or plug-and-play electrical package for lighting, fans, or speakers.
🛠 Craftsmanship & Materials:
- Hand-selected Grade-A pressure-treated Southern yellow pine (same lumber used for boardwalks & roller coasters).
- Components milled, sanded, cut, and notched so beams lock together without twisting.
- Laminated 5 × 5 posts with decorative skirts and superior base trim.
- Arched roof to give your Pergola-in-a-Box a customized feel and a uniquely beautiful style.
- Hot-dipped-galvanized, powder-coated hardware supplied for long-term corrosion resistance.
- Ships unfinished—ready for stain or paint to match your palette.
📏 Product Dimensions:
| Kit | A* | B* | C† | D† | E‡ | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 × 12 ft | 7′ 3 ⅜″ | 9′ 4 ⅝″ | 9′ 7 ½″ | 11′ 7 ¾″ | 8′ 7 ¾″ | ~850 lb |
| 12 × 14 ft | 9′ 3 ⅞″ | 11′ 4 ⅝″ | 11′ 7 ½″ | 13′ 7 ¾″ | 8′ 8 ¾″ | ~975 lb |
*Center-to-center post width/length †Overall roof width/length ‡Overall height (ground to roof peak)
🔒 Safety Information:
- Anchor posts to code-approved concrete footings or structural deck framing.
- Two adults and proper ladders recommended for lifting arched beams and rafters.
- Wear eye protection and gloves when handling pressure-treated lumber.
- Retract optional canopy and secure loose décor in winds over 35 mph.
- Check local zoning/HOA rules; obtain permits where required.
🧠 Assembly, Care, Warranty:
- 10-Year warranty against rot and termites on pressure-treated pine if you follow the manufacturer's instructions.
- Seal, stain, or paint every 3-5 years for optimum color and moisture protection.
- Inspect hardware annually; tighten lag screws and replace worn fasteners.
- Keep vegetation trimmed back to maintain airflow and prolong wood life.