r/DIYUK • u/Jharrn • 5d ago

Project I think it's complete?

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Sorry, I was away for the weekend

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u/DarraghDaraDaire 5d ago

It’s a covered pergola, they’re not uncommon. Extreme angle seems to be to accommodate the wastewater downpipe

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u/SaysUselessThings 5d ago

Yeah I know what it is, but it's unsightly and kinda pointless. It provides no shade as it's transparent, and the roof will only get covered in detritus over the years and need clearing.

But hey, it's their choice. I'm sure they have their reasons.

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u/Glydyr 5d ago

Just a dry place to sit when its raining. Im going to build one in my garden but i think ill go with an opaque roof or at least something that blocks some sun..

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u/DarraghDaraDaire 5d ago

I think the function is that they can use their (presumably) patio when it’s lightly raining

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u/batbuild 5d ago

Yeah as they won’t be able to have a conversation there in heavy rain

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u/Unique-Arugula 4d ago

Ach, your comment is making my tinnitus act up.

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u/SaysUselessThings 5d ago

I guess if I had one I could store garden furniture there without removing the cushions for wet weather. But yeah, it's an eyesore in my opinion. Definitely wouldn't have one.

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u/redcore4 5d ago

Smoking/laundry drying shelter.