Pergola Shade Calculator

Estimate shade coverage area from a pergola structure.

Pergola Length (ft)

Pergola Width (ft)

Slat Coverage (%)

Formula

Shaded Area = Length x Width x (Slat Coverage / 100)

How much shade does a pergola provide?

A typical pergola provides 50 to 75 percent shade coverage.

What is the best pergola slat spacing?

Slats spaced 1 to 2 inches apart provide good shade balance.

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