{"product_id":"royalpatio-bioclimatic-pergola-beige","title":"RoyalPatio Bioclimatic Pergola - Beige","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: inherit; max-width: 640px; color: inherit; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Badge --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"display: inline-block; font-size: 11px; font-weight: bold; letter-spacing: 0.08em; text-transform: uppercase; background: #6b5c3e; color: #ffffff; padding: 5px 12px; border-radius: 4px; margin: 0 0 18px;\"\u003eAdjustable louvre roof · Freestanding · Aluminium frame · 2.95 × 2.95 m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Hook --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; border-left: 3px solid #c9a96e; padding-left: 14px; margin: 0 0 24px; color: inherit; font-style: italic;\"\u003eNot a canopy. Not a curtain. The RoyalPatio has a roof made of seven individual aluminium louvres that rotate to any angle — closed for full shade, angled to let in filtered light, or fully open to the sky. It's the architecture of a boutique hotel terrace, for your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Key features callout --\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 28px; background: #f5f0e8; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 14px 18px; font-size: 14px; color: #444; line-height: 1.9;\"\u003e✦  \u003cstrong\u003e7-slat adjustable louvre roof\u003c\/strong\u003e  ·  ✦  \u003cstrong\u003eFreestanding aluminium frame\u003c\/strong\u003e  ·  ✦  \u003cstrong\u003e2.95 × 2.95 m (8.7 m²)\u003c\/strong\u003e  ·  ✦  \u003cstrong\u003ePA-coated 160gsm fabric slats\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- What is bioclimatic --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fdfaf4; border: 1px solid #e8dfc8; border-radius: 8px; padding: 18px 20px; margin-bottom: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 11px; font-weight: bold; letter-spacing: 0.1em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #9a7d45; margin: 0 0 10px;\"\u003eWhat does \"bioclimatic\" mean?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #444; margin: 0; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003eA bioclimatic pergola has a roof of individual rotating louvre blades — not a fabric canopy that rolls or slides. Each louvre can be angled independently, letting you control the exact balance of sun, shade, and airflow beneath. Close them fully for shelter, open them to 90° for an open-air feel, or set them at 45° to filter the afternoon glare without blocking the breeze. It's the difference between a shade structure and a climate-control system for your outdoor space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Benefits heading --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 11px; font-weight: 600; letter-spacing: 0.1em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #888; margin: 0 0 14px;\"\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Benefits list --\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22px; padding: 6px 10px 6px 0; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-block; width: 18px; height: 18px; border-radius: 50%; background: #e6f4ea; text-align: center; line-height: 18px; font-size: 11px; color: #2d7a3a;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 0; font-size: 14px; vertical-align: top; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e7 adjustable louvre slats — precise control over sun and shade\u003c\/strong\u003e — the seven roof slats rotate together via a single rod, moving from fully closed (maximum shade) through any angle to fully open (full sky). Unlike a fixed canopy or a roll-out cover, the louvre system lets you fine-tune the light exactly as it moves through the day — morning sun through the gap, afternoon glare blocked out.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22px; padding: 6px 10px 6px 0; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-block; width: 18px; height: 18px; border-radius: 50%; background: #e6f4ea; text-align: center; line-height: 18px; font-size: 11px; color: #2d7a3a;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 0; font-size: 14px; vertical-align: top; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy aluminium frame — a step up in build quality\u003c\/strong\u003e — where the other pergolas in the range use steel tube, the RoyalPatio uses a 60×60mm aluminium frame. Aluminium is naturally rust-proof, lighter than steel for equivalent strength, and carries the premium look of architectural outdoor furniture rather than garden-centre metalwork.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22px; padding: 6px 10px 6px 0; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-block; width: 18px; height: 18px; border-radius: 50%; background: #e6f4ea; text-align: center; line-height: 18px; font-size: 11px; color: #2d7a3a;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 0; font-size: 14px; vertical-align: top; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFreestanding — no wall required, goes anywhere\u003c\/strong\u003e — the RoyalPatio stands on four legs with no wall attachment needed. Pool deck, centre of garden, courtyard, or any outdoor space — place it wherever you want a defined outdoor room, not just where a wall happens to be.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22px; padding: 6px 10px 6px 0; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-block; width: 18px; height: 18px; border-radius: 50%; background: #e6f4ea; text-align: center; line-height: 18px; font-size: 11px; color: #2d7a3a;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 0; font-size: 14px; vertical-align: top; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePA-coated 160gsm fabric slats — UV and water resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e — each louvre panel is 160gsm polyester with a PA coating for UV protection and water repellency. Light rain beads off the closed louvres; UV is substantially reduced even at partial angles. The dirt-repellent coating keeps them looking clean longer.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22px; padding: 6px 10px 6px 0; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-block; width: 18px; height: 18px; border-radius: 50%; background: #e6f4ea; text-align: center; line-height: 18px; font-size: 11px; color: #2d7a3a;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 0; font-size: 14px; vertical-align: top; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2.95 × 2.95 m square — generous, symmetrical footprint\u003c\/strong\u003e — the square format at 8.7 m² and 2.2m height is ideal for a full outdoor dining set, a four-seat lounge group, or a generous poolside area. The symmetry works architecturally in a way that rectangular lean-to structures can't.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22px; padding: 6px 10px 6px 0; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-block; width: 18px; height: 18px; border-radius: 50%; background: #e6f4ea; text-align: center; line-height: 18px; font-size: 11px; color: #2d7a3a;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 0; font-size: 14px; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSave R5,000 + — currently on sale at R6,999\u003c\/strong\u003e— the most significant saving in the ALLUSTRA pergola range. Free nationwide delivery included across South Africa.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- Divider --\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #e5e5e5; margin: 0 0 24px;\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- 4-way comparison --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 11px; font-weight: 600; letter-spacing: 0.1em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #888; margin: 0 0 10px;\"\u003eHow the RoyalPatio compares to the rest of the range\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 10px; font-size: 11px; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid #e8e8e8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f5f5f5; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 10px; font-weight: 600; color: #888; width: 22%;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 10px; font-weight: bold; color: #6b5c3e; width: 22%; text-align: center; background: #f5efe0;\"\u003e◉ RoyalPatio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 10px; font-weight: 600; color: #555; width: 19%; text-align: center;\"\u003eSunridge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 10px; font-weight: 600; color: #555; width: 19%; text-align: center;\"\u003eNobleShade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 10px; font-weight: 600; color: #555; width: 18%; text-align: center;\"\u003eSkyline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #efefef;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; color: #888;\"\u003eStructure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; text-align: center; font-weight: 500; background: #fdf8ef;\"\u003eFreestanding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; text-align: center; color: #444;\"\u003eWall-mounted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; text-align: center; color: #444;\"\u003eFreestanding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; text-align: center; color: #444;\"\u003eWall-mounted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #efefef;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; color: #888;\"\u003eFrame\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; text-align: center; font-weight: 600; color: #6b5c3e; background: #fdf8ef;\"\u003eAluminium 60mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; text-align: center; color: #444;\"\u003eSteel 50mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; text-align: center; color: #444;\"\u003eSteel 50mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; text-align: center; color: #444;\"\u003eSteel 50mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #efefef;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; color: #888;\"\u003eRoof type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; text-align: center; font-weight: 600; color: #6b5c3e; background: #fdf8ef;\"\u003eRotating louvres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; text-align: center; color: #444;\"\u003eRetractable canopy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; text-align: center; color: #444;\"\u003eSliding curtain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; text-align: center; color: #444;\"\u003eRetractable canopy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #efefef;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; color: #888;\"\u003eSide awnings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; text-align: center; color: #aaa; background: #fdf8ef;\"\u003e✗\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; text-align: center; font-weight: 600; color: #2d7a3a;\"\u003e✓ 2 × 120cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; text-align: center; color: #aaa;\"\u003e✗\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; text-align: center; color: #aaa;\"\u003e✗\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #efefef;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; color: #888;\"\u003eCoverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; text-align: center; font-weight: 500; background: #fdf8ef;\"\u003e2.95×2.95m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; text-align: center; color: #444;\"\u003e3×2.7m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; text-align: center; color: #444;\"\u003e2.95×2.95m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; text-align: center; color: #444;\"\u003e3×2.7m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; color: #888;\"\u003ePrice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; text-align: center; font-weight: bold; color: #6b5c3e; background: #fdf8ef;\"\u003eR 6,999\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; text-align: center; color: #444;\"\u003eR 3,999\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; text-align: center; color: #444;\"\u003eR 4,999\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 7px 10px; text-align: center; color: #444;\"\u003eR 3,999\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 12px; color: #888; margin: 0 0 28px; font-style: italic;\"\u003eAll pergolas include free delivery across South Africa and are currently on sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Divider --\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #e5e5e5; margin: 0 0 24px;\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Perfect for --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 11px; font-weight: 600; letter-spacing: 0.1em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #888; margin: 0 0 12px;\"\u003ePerfect for\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 28px; font-size: 14px; color: #444;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 5px 12px 5px 0; width: 50%; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e🏊  Premium poolside outdoor room\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 5px 0; width: 50%; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e🌿  Architectural garden focal point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 5px 12px 5px 0; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e🍽️  Al fresco dining with climate control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 5px 0; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e🏡  Upmarket outdoor entertaining area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 5px 12px 5px 0; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e☀️  Precision shade without losing the view\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 5px 0; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e🌇  Year-round outdoor lounge in South Africa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- Divider --\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #e5e5e5; margin: 0 0 24px;\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Specs --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 11px; font-weight: 600; letter-spacing: 0.1em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #888; margin: 0 0 12px;\"\u003eSpecs at a glance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 28px; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px 8px 0; color: #888; width: 45%;\"\u003eCoverage area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-weight: 500;\"\u003e2.95 × 2.95 m (approx. 8.7 m²)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px 8px 0; color: #888;\"\u003eAssembled size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-weight: 500;\"\u003e2.95 m (W) × 2.95 m (D) × 2.20 m (H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px 8px 0; color: #888;\"\u003eFrame material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-weight: 500;\"\u003eAluminium — 60×60mm \/ 60×30mm \/ 20×14mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px 8px 0; color: #888;\"\u003eRoof system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-weight: 500;\"\u003e7 rotating louvre slats — adjustable via rod\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px 8px 0; color: #888;\"\u003eLouvre fabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-weight: 500;\"\u003e160gsm polyester with PA coating (UV + water repellent)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px 8px 0; color: #888;\"\u003eStructure type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-weight: 500;\"\u003eFreestanding (4-leg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px 8px 0; color: #888;\"\u003eTotal weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-weight: 500;\"\u003e49 kg (Box 1: 29kg + Box 2: 20kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px 8px 0; color: #888;\"\u003ePacked dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-weight: 500;\"\u003eBox 1: 289×22×14.5cm · Box 2: 232×15×18cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px 8px 0; color: #888;\"\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-weight: 500;\"\u003eBeige\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px 8px 0; color: #888;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-weight: 500;\"\u003eFinery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- Divider --\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #e5e5e5; margin: 0 0 24px;\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- What's in the box --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 11px; font-weight: 600; letter-spacing: 0.1em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #888; margin: 0 0 10px;\"\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 28px; font-size: 14px; color: #444;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 12px 4px 0; width: 50%; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e✦  Assembly poles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; width: 50%; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e✦  4 × leg poles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 12px 4px 0; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e✦  7 × louvre roof covers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e✦  Adjustable rod (louvre control)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 12px 4px 0; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e✦  Full screw set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e✦  1 × Allen key\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 12px 4px 0; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e✦  Instruction manual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- Divider --\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #e5e5e5; margin: 0 0 24px;\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 11px; font-weight: 600; letter-spacing: 0.1em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #888; margin: 0 0 14px;\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 14px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0 0 8px; color: inherit;\"\u003eHow does the louvre roof actually work?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; margin: 0; line-height: 1.6; color: #444;\"\u003eThe seven roof panels are connected by a single central rod that runs along one side of the frame. Pushing or pulling the rod rotates all seven louvres together, moving them from fully horizontal (closed, maximum shade and rain protection) through any intermediate angle to fully vertical (fully open, open sky). You adjust it by hand — no cranks, no remotes, no mechanism to maintain. One motion changes the entire roof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 14px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0 0 8px; color: inherit;\"\u003eIs it weatherproof? Can it handle South African rain?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; margin: 0; line-height: 1.6; color: #444;\"\u003eThe louvres are PA-coated and water-repellent — light to moderate rain beads off the closed louvres effectively. For heavy rain, we recommend angling the louvres slightly (rather than fully horizontal) so water drains off to the sides rather than sitting on the fabric. The RoyalPatio is not designed for use in severe weather — strong wind, storms, or hail. In these conditions, close the louvres fully and consider adding temporary guy ropes or weight bags for additional stability. This is standard guidance for all fabric pergola structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 14px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0 0 8px; color: inherit;\"\u003eWhy aluminium over steel — is it actually stronger?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; margin: 0; line-height: 1.6; color: #444;\"\u003eAluminium is not stronger than steel by weight, but it's naturally rust-proof — no coating required to protect it from moisture. In South African outdoor conditions (high UV, variable humidity, occasional coastal salt air), this makes a meaningful long-term difference. The 60×60mm section is also a heavier gauge than the 50mm steel used in the other pergolas in this range, so the overall rigidity is comparable or better despite the material difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 14px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0 0 8px; color: inherit;\"\u003eHow many people and how long does assembly take?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; margin: 0; line-height: 1.6; color: #444;\"\u003eTwo people minimum — the frame arrives in two boxes totalling 49kg, and aligning the leg poles while connecting the cross beams is significantly easier with two. Allow 3–5 hours for a careful assembly. The Allen key and full hardware set are included. The louvre panels slot into the top frame and connect to the control rod as one of the final assembly steps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top: 1px solid #e5e5e5; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 14px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0 0 8px; color: inherit;\"\u003eHow long does delivery take, and does it arrive in one or two boxes?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; margin: 0; line-height: 1.6; color: #444;\"\u003eFree delivery nationwide across South Africa within 3-5 working days. The RoyalPatio ships in two boxes (Box 1: 289×22×14.5cm at 29kg; Box 2: 232×15×18cm at 20kg). Both boxes will be delivered together. Ensure someone is available to receive — this is a large, heavy two-box consignment and may require two people to move from the delivery point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ALLUSTRA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47769568805002,"sku":"4000836","price":6999.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9793\/0890\/files\/WhatsAppImage2026-02-27at00.54.53_1_1800x1800_b9dd6e65-1f1a-4339-8c5c-0c977bd70702.webp?v=1773078542","url":"https:\/\/allustra.co.za\/products\/royalpatio-bioclimatic-pergola-beige","provider":"ALLUSTRA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}