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PURPLE LEAF
PURPLE LEAF 10×13 ft Louvered Aluminium Pergola
8.8/ 10
Amazon: 4.5★ from 820 ratings
£1,899.99
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Key features
- Adjustable louvred aluminium roof
- Integrated gutter and drainage system
- Powder-coated aluminium frame
- Curtains and mosquito netting included
- Freestanding — no wall fixings needed
- Wind-rated to 70 mph
- 3×4 m footprint (10×13 ft)
Our verdict
The PURPLE LEAF 10×13 ft is the pergola most people should buy. The powder-coated aluminium frame is genuinely robust, and the manually adjustable louvred roof lets you control exactly how much sun, shade or rain protection you need. Rotate the blades fully closed and it is effectively waterproof with integrated guttering that channels water to the corner posts. The included curtains and mosquito netting add evening comfort. At 3×4 metres it covers a standard patio dining set comfortably, and the 4-post freestanding design means no wall fixings. Assembly takes two people around 4–5 hours — not trivial, but the instructions are clear and the pre-drilled holes line up properly.
Pros
- ✓Genuinely waterproof when louvres closed
- ✓Included curtains and netting add real value
- ✓Strong wind rating for UK weather
- ✓Looks premium in any garden
- ✓Adjustable shade throughout the day
Cons
- ✗Assembly needs two people and 4–5 hours
- ✗Heavy — 150 kg+ so hard to reposition
- ✗Manual louvre adjustment (no motor)
- ✗Corner posts need bolting to a solid base
