Pergola Ambrosia D3m x W4.5m

(Final dimensions are shown in installation manual)

Oak pergola kit in packaging, ideal for easy DIY installation

DIY oak pergola kit displayed outdoors, ready for assembly

(Extras for product are available, please see specification)

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Materials	Price inc VAT	Lead Time
Oak	3390 £	8 Weeks
Douglas fir	3240 £	8 Weeks
Treated spruce	3140 £	8 Weeks

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We Offer:

We Offer Oak, Douglas Fir, Spruce
Larger Beams Than Competitors
Custom End Beam Cut
Various Brace Types
Tenon Mortise Joints Included
Smooth Finishing
Not Rough Sawn
Bespoke Design & Adjustments
Only 25% Deposit

Sizes

External Width:

3 m (9' 8")

External Depth:

4.5 m (14' 8")

Height:

2.4 m (7' 9")

Height Of Plate:

2.1 m (6' 9")

Oak Pergola: DIY vs. Professional Installation — Which Is Right for You?

Building an oak pergola is one of the most rewarding ways to transform your outdoor space. Whether you’re aiming for a cosy garden retreat or an elegant dining area, an oak pergola adds timeless character and natural beauty to your home.

But when it comes to construction, one big question always arises — should you build it yourself (DIY) or hire a professional? Both approaches have their benefits, but the right choice depends on your budget, skills, tools, and long-term goals.

1. Why Choose an Oak Pergola?

Oak is one of the most durable and visually striking timbers available. Its rich grain, strength, and ability to age beautifully make it ideal for outdoor structures. An oak pergola not only offers shade and structure but also enhances your property’s value and architectural appeal.

However, working with oak isn’t like working with softwoods — it’s heavy, dense, and requires precision when cutting and joining. That’s why deciding between DIY and professional installation is crucial.

2. DIY Oak Pergola: The Pros and Cons

Advantages

Cost Savings: You can save a significant amount by handling the labour yourself.
Personal Satisfaction: Building your own pergola gives a huge sense of accomplishment.
Customisation: You have total control over design, finish, and layout.
Flexible Schedule: Work at your own pace without relying on contractor availability.

Challenges

Skill Requirement: Oak is dense and heavy; accurate mortise-and-tenon joints require experience and quality tools.
Time-Consuming: What looks like a weekend project can stretch over several weeks.
Precision Matters: Mistakes with cutting or alignment can affect structural stability.
No Warranty: Unlike professional services, DIY builds rely solely on your craftsmanship and tools.

Best for: Experienced DIYers, carpenters, or homeowners who enjoy hands-on projects and already own woodworking equipment.

3. Professional Oak Pergola Installation

Expert Craftsmanship: Professional pergola builders have the tools and expertise to ensure precise joinery and a clean finish.
Structural Integrity: Load-bearing calculations, post alignment, and joint reinforcement are done to meet long-term stability standards.
Design Support: Specialists can create detailed drawings tailored to your home and outdoor layout.
Time Efficiency: A skilled team can install a pergola in days, not weeks.
Aftercare and Warranty: Many companies offer maintenance advice or coverage for structural issues.

Considerations

Higher Cost: Labour, delivery, and custom fabrication increase total expense.
Limited Custom Changes During Build: Once plans are approved, modifications can be more complex or costly.

Best for: Homeowners wanting a flawless, long-lasting pergola without the stress of construction.

4. Choosing the Right Path

If you’re confident with carpentry and want a personal project, DIY can be deeply satisfying — just ensure you’re working with accurate plans, quality oak timber, and the right tools.

For most homeowners, however, professional installation offers the best balance of safety, precision, and aesthetics. Oak is unforgiving — a single miscut beam or misaligned joint can compromise the look or stability of your pergola. Professionals also manage site preparation, weatherproofing, and finishing for lasting performance.

5. Expert Recommendation

At Timber Solutions, we recommend:

DIY kits for smaller pergolas or confident woodworkers.
Professional installation for larger, more complex oak pergolas or where a premium finish is desired.

Regardless of the route you choose, always confirm whether planning permission is required under UK Permitted Development rights before building.

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What our customers say

UK TIMBERSOLUTION - oak porches, oak trusses, oak pergolas, oak gazebos, oak bespoke design

5.0

Based on 107 reviews

Arnaud Desaedeleer

22:02 11 Dec 25

We are extremely happy with our new oak framed porch. The service and design provided were excellent from start to finish. Val guided us through every stage of the project, ensuring everything was completed to a high standard. The craftsmanship is outstanding, and the whole experience was smooth and professional. Highly recommended!

Tony Jones

08:08 09 Dec 25

I decided to get an small patch of land behind my garage a makeover. It was just a potato patch that had seen better days. What I wanted to achieve was an outdoor kitchen and with that a sturdy oak framed cover. After many weeks of searching I came across Timber Solutions and discussed my project with Val. I must say my first impressions were that of professionalism and detail. We went through a couple of designs and finally settled on one. Well the structure is up and it looks fantastic. My guys, who built the frame, said that this is a very good structure and it was relatively simple to put up. For me it is the realisation of a goal that was 18 months in the making and boy, am I a very Happy Chappy. Many thanks Val. I will upload pictures later when the kitchen is fully completed.

Art Brimstone

17:13 23 Oct 25

I only generally review if something is very good or very bad. Fortunately this is in the former category.
When I set out to replace the external oak stairs to my garage / annex, there is always a little anxiety dealing with a company that is a fair distance away. Will they do the job, will my money be safe etc. Well I need not have worried as Val at Timbersolution did a fantastic job, and at a competitive price. He was prompt with my initial enquiry, and had plans drawn up within a few days. Throughout the process he was always available to discuss any issues, and the staircase was ready as arranged.
My builders, who assembled the staircase, were impressed by the quality of the construction, and I am delighted with the end result.

Rich

16:48 24 Sep 25

I wanted a good quality, chunky, solid oak pergola and did a lot of research before deciding to go with Val and Timber Solutions. The price point was very competitive and the communication from Val was great from start to finish. It was customisable to the overall size and dimensions of posts I wanted. It was manufactured and delivered to the time frame advised on placing the order. The added details or the champers really made it extra special. My fitter also complimented the ease of errection and the system used.
All in all, a great product and would definitely recommend to anyone wanting a special focal point pergola in their garden.
Thank you 😊

Brian Dorton

10:21 08 Aug 25

There are many companies offering oak structures, so making the tight choice is daunting.

The oak pergola is a beautiful addition to our garden. We are absolutely delighted with the outcome and feel it is great value compared to other suppliers.

Val was excellent to deal with. Communications were prompt and very clear, Val always tries to be available. The delivery team Val uses are also excellent, top communication and turned up as scheduled.

All round a really positive experience.

Clive Johnson

07:58 18 Jun 25

Highly recommended. My pergola design was not the most traditional as it was a difficult trapezoid shape with all sorts of lengths and angles. Not a problem for Val! His design, consultation and service was second to none. The product quality is superb. The build, tho tricky in parts, was easy to follow and as a result, we have a perfect construction. Really can't thank Val enough for his expertise, guidance and product delivery.

Ventsislav Varbanov

09:20 25 May 25

We are absolutely delighted with our oak pergola from Timber Solutions. From the very beginning, Val has been exceptionally supportive, offering invaluable guidance and remaining involved throughout the entire process. His responsiveness to our questions and meticulous attention to detail truly set him apart.

The craftsmanship and quality of the pergola are outstanding, and it has exceeded our expectations. We would not hesitate to highly recommend Timber Solutions to anyone seeking superior products and exemplary service.

Jj Karsten

16:55 16 May 25

Really pleased with our Oak pergola!
Val has been pivotal from start to finish, he has been very attentive to our bespoke design requirements and always available when needed.
His friends approach and attention to detail is faultless.
Looking forward to working with Val again on a future project.

Clive

05:16 15 May 25

We are very happy with our two gazebos. An excellent service from Val, who was always on hand throughout both the design & build process. In our case, we had to organise our own build team & get involved with the inevitable aspects of the detail & snags & in our case, sourcing & fitting the EPDM roof. The end result is excellent! We would definitely recommend Timber Solutions to anyone.

Jez Rolland

07:14 21 Apr 25

Val has been fantastic with the design and provision of a fantastic oak porch, from initial design concept to completion he has offered fantastic advice and support. Would 100% recommend and will be purchasing a oak gazebo soon.

David Frost

17:43 30 Mar 25

Really cannot fault in anyway the service from Timber solution. Val from the start was great to deal with. Any changes I needed no problem. Delivery time exactly when he said it would be. Any questions answered quickly. Putting it together just looked at the design and matched the numbers stapled to all the parts. With the aid of two lift genies I put it up on my own. Extremely happy with the finished pergola. Looking forward to the oak ageing over time. Would recommend Timber solution to everyone, and would definitely use Timber solution again.
Thanks Val.

Rene

20:17 11 Mar 25

We recently purchased an oak pergola and couldn't be happier with how it has transformed our garden. Rather than leaving it natural, we decided to go a bit unconventional and paint it black — and we're so glad we did! The bold color has turned it into an absolute showstopper, creating a striking focal point that beautifully frames our outdoor space.

The quality of the oak is outstanding, and the craftsmanship is clear in every detail. It feels incredibly sturdy and well-made, giving us confidence that it will last for many years to come.
What we love most is how the black finish adds a touch of modern elegance while still allowing the natural beauty of the wood to shine through. It has completely elevated the look of our garden, and we've already received so many compliments from friends and family.

If you're considering a pergola and thinking about going for a bold, painted look, we say go for it! Painting it black was a bit of a gamble, but it has definitely paid off — it's now the standout feature of our garden, and we absolutely love it. Highly recommend!

Elaine Taylor

21:31 07 Mar 25

Val is super helpful and professional- nothing is too much trouble. I would thoroughly recommend using TimberSolution.

Paul Hermon

12:24 04 Feb 25

I was very impressed. The design & specification process of the pergola was simple, with amendments to meet our client's requirements no problem. We were kept up to date throughout the process, and assistance with finding a haulier to bring the pergola to site was greatly appreciated. The quality of the timber work is excellent and the kit has gone together as expected. Will definitely be using again.

Simon Parker

18:00 30 Jan 25

Fantastic service from Val. Professional, friendly and very helpful. Really pleased with our final product. Would highly recommend

Subash Ludhra

16:42 29 Jan 25

From my first conversation with Val to the delivery of our stairs, everything was perfect. Val helped us design the stairs, arrange delivery and installation. In addition the price quoted was very competitive. Thank you.

Aman Sihota

10:18 29 Jan 25

Absolutely amazing service from the team. Val is very good at walking you through each stage of the process and I ordered a beautiful oak truss for my outbuilding - 5 star from me and wouldn’t hesitate using Val and team again 👌🏽

Andriy Sheremet

11:49 24 Jan 25

Very good experience to work with this company!
Perfect communication and top quality!

Matt Martin

21:51 17 Jan 25

Val at Timber Solutions is very thorough in his design skills. He produced a set of highly detailed drawings for a frame that went together with absolute ease. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this company for your design needs.

Łukasz Rychowiecki

09:30 03 Jan 25

Quality products, good communication. Highly recommended!!!

Terry Penton

19:41 10 Dec 24

From initial planning,manufacturing’
I was kept fully updated. Oak porch arrived on scheduled date in perfect condition.
I’m 💯 customer satisfied with Timber Solutions & have already recommended them to other clients.

Nahim Afzal

11:40 09 Dec 24

Lovely Oak frame Pergola and a matching swing frame made bespoke. Great to deal with Val with clear communication and prompt replies. I was kept up to date with progress during manufacture with some images sent to check progress in the factory.

Highly recommend and can't wait for the spring to sort out the rest of the garden ready for the summer.

Alexander Pastor

14:07 02 Dec 24

Val was very helpful start to finish , designing my porch from my pictures sending detailed measurements ( double checking them ) and answering my questions whilst I was constructing it , even at weekend

Silver Bricks London

12:16 22 Nov 24

Robert Millerchip (Robs)

17:48 12 Nov 24

Absolutely fantastic company to deal with , ive done a few projects and used them , top quality products . I look forward to the next one

Glynn Jones

18:20 11 Nov 24

Val of Timber Solutions designed our oak porch and large vaulted garden room, he has been very helpful and his attention to detail outstanding, we will definitely be using Val on next new build

Sara Chapman

16:33 03 Nov 24

I can’t recommend Val from Timber Solutions enough. We had a tricky project in that we wanted to install oak trusses to an existing room. Val created a fantastic design and then recommended an installer to carry out the work. Val spoke with the installer in the lead up to installation to ensure everything was designed and manufactured correctly allowing for good installation. We are beyond thrilled with the installed trusses.

Will Davidson

19:31 30 Oct 24

Absolutely superb product. Cannot recommend highly enough.
The service from start to finish from Val was second to none. The quality of the CNC work was excpetional and fit like a glove when installing.

Allan Lewis

12:12 15 Oct 24

I have been delighted with the service from Timber Solution. Val is passonate about his business and has been helpful from the outset. Our gazebo kit arrived as arranged and the quality is excellent. All parts numbered with clear construction drawings. I can highly recommend this company.

Jo Glapinski

13:06 02 Oct 24

Timber Solutions is an excellent company to work with, from start to finish with our project.
Val has a great understanding for design, and was so helpful with regards to our oak staircase project. The finished product and quality is absolutely fantastic.
To also mention, we received plenty of help, loading the stair case onto our rental truck, from the timber yard when we arrived to collect it.
So to sum up our overall experience we would, unreservedly, highly recommend UK Timber Solutions as a very professional company.

Bahader Panesar

07:27 29 Sep 24

I would have no hesitation in recommending Val. Great attention to detail and a true gentleman. He has been a pleasure to work with and is solution orientated, I will definitely be working with again soon!

Sophie Searle

06:51 28 Sep 24

Great experience with Timber Solutions. Quick to respond, friendly service, very helpful with ideas and solutions to a tricky retro fit of oak trusses in our vaulted kitchen. Good recommendations for fitters and structural engineer. Would recommend.

Philip Rust

06:24 20 Sep 24

Val produced a King Post Truss in oak for us from my design in sketchup and as verified by our structural engineers calculations. We made a number of minor adjustments to the design along the way, all of which Val accommodated and confirmed with revised drawings for confirmation. I do like dealing with a small company like Val's where the person you speak to is the person doing the job and he knows what he's talking about. We elected to collect the truss disassembled in/on our van for ease of transportation (oak is heavy!) and re-assemble on site. The components all fitted perfectly (but do drill the male part of the mortice and tenon joints from both sides to avoid the drill wandering off line) I hired a genie SLA15 locally to lift it into place. All in all the process went smoothly with Val available, even on his days off, to give advice and assistance. I was swayed by the good reviews I read before selecting timber solutions and they were not wrong. Thankyou Val - you did a good job for us and I would definitely use your company again.

Mark Gough

20:05 17 Sep 24

Outstanding quality, both the pergola and the customer service from Val. Will definitely recommend to friends and use again myself.

David Batchelor

20:52 16 Sep 24

What A great firm to work with, they were so professional from start to finish.
Great input while talking over the project before drawing up the plans.
When the oak arrived it was All labelled and all the joints were CNC machined so fitted perfectly together.
I would have no hesitation in recommending this company.
Thank you Val for a great job.

Malcolm Fox

21:27 12 Sep 24

Absolutely spot-on from start to finish

katie Horner

20:07 10 Sep 24

Great customer service from start to finish. we got an off the wall pergola and was very happy with the product.

ZZ424467

13:32 24 Aug 24

Outstanding service and attention to detail. Can't recommend highly enough. Val helped us design an amazing 2 bay oak framed garage and the drawings he produced are incredible and allowed us to assemble the building without any issue. All timbers come numbered and correspond with a number on the drawings - mighty impressive work. About to commission him to design my next project!

Paul Colclough

13:46 19 Aug 24

The oak gazebo we purchased from this company was superb quality with great easy building instructions. Val was at the end of the phone with any problems or help needed superb customer service. Thank you. Paul & Jen (Lincolnshire)

Freddie Magee

14:22 11 Jul 24

Val was incredibly helpful and swift to respond to our last minute requests. The pergola was high quality and went together nicely - would highly recommend to anyone

Stronghold Pergola Supplied – Included
Uprights	mm	145 x 145
Top Plates	mm	145 x From 145
Joists	mm	60 x 140
End Beam Cut	Type	A1 – 20
Brace B1	mm	50 x 150
Kiln Dried Oak Dowels	mm	Diameter 16

Stronghold Pergola Extras
Brace B2 – 9		Extra
Latice 30 x 50 mm		Extra
Staddle Stones – Flat or Taper		Extra
Concealed Post Base – CPT66Z		Extra
Custom Wall Systems D1-14		Extra
Chamfers for Beams Larger than 165 mm		Free
Fixings ( screws, nails, etc )		Extra
Delivery		Extra
Tailor The Frame To Be Up To 225 mm Thick

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