The IKEA Pergola That May Transform Your Outdoor Space (But There's A Catch)

Having outdoor space at home opens up a whole new world of design possibilities, where it's less about small decor pieces and more about bold, practical choices that can truly shape the experience of the area. It's all about creating a space that feels just as comfortable and purposeful as the inside of your home. That said, you don't always need to pay big prices to make a large impact on your outdoor design, as popular retailers like IKEA offer plenty of affordable options. There are many outdoor furniture and decor items designers actually buy at IKEA, and they recently released a new piece to their collection. Available at certain international IKEA locations, the HAMMARÖN pergola offers an easy way to elevate your outdoor space with sizable shade and style. While many reviews are praising the pergola, others caution buyers of a catch that's worth considering — it's not waterproof.

Buying designs that aren't weatherproof is one of the mistakes everyone makes when buying outdoor furniture. Pergolas are meant to offer stylish definition and coverage to exterior lounge areas, but not every pergola is built to withstand stormy weather — including the HAMMARÖN. If you live in a region where rainfall is common or unpredictable, you might want to consider if this caveat outweighs the benefits of IKEA's latest design.

The HAMMARÖN is stylish, but not waterproof

Pergolas are designed to transform both the style and function of your outdoor space, and the HAMMARÖN is no exception. This setup helps build a dedicated outdoor area that invites you to spend more time outside, while providing coverage that makes the experience even more comfortable. Rather than roasting in the sun, the HAMMARÖN offers protective shade, blocking out 96% of ultraviolet radiation from the sun's rays. It also flaunts a sleek, minimalist design in a neutral gray-beige color that can easily pair with any kind of patio style. Despite IKEA's notoriously confusing assembly instructions, many shoppers seemed to love the pergola design, with one reviewer noting, "What a difference this amazing item has made to our everyday! So easy to build and makes our garden so much more than just 'a space'!"

Although the design was highly praised by IKEA customers, many shoppers warned about the fact that the design is not waterproof. The beams and posts are made of steel with a polyester powder coating, which is known to be waterproof. However, as several reviewers pointed out, the canopy fabric is not waterproof and should be removed in case of winds or even light rain. Luckily, you can easily remove and reattach the canopy when that happens. If this is still a deal breaker for your outdoor space, there are ways to weatherproof all of your outdoor furniture — including fabric pieces.

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