Key takeaways
- Our bioclimatic pergolas come in two standard footprints: 3m × 3m (€1,599) and 3m × 4m (€1,999). Both are 2.5m high and delivered and assembled free of charge.
- For dining, allow around 90cm from the table edge on every side where there are chairs.
- A 1.1m round dining set for four fits under a 3m × 3m pergola; a six or eight-seat table needs the 3m × 4m.
- A compact sofa set suits the 3m × 3m; a large corner sofa set is a better fit under the 3m × 4m.
- Always mark the furniture and the pergola footprint on the floor before you buy.
Under a 3m × 3m bioclimatic pergola you can comfortably fit a four-seat round dining set or a compact sofa set. Under a 3m × 4m pergola you can fit a six-seat dining set, an extending table for eight, or a large corner sofa set. The trick is to plan around the space people need to move, not just the size of the furniture.
This guide works through real dimensions from our range so you can see what fits. See both sizes in our bioclimatic pergolas collection.
What are our pergola sizes?
| Pergola | Footprint | Height | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bioclimatic Pergola 3m × 3m | 3m × 3m | 2.5m | €1,599 (was €1,999) |
| Bioclimatic Pergola 3m × 4m | 4m × 3m | 2.5m | €1,999 (was €2,499) |
| Monaco Bioclimatic Pergola | See product page | See product page | €3,999 |
The 3m × 3m and 3m × 4m pergolas are all aluminium, with a waterproof construction, a gutter system and an easy manual mechanism to open and close the slat roof. Both are delivered and assembled free of charge. The figures below are a guide: the pergola posts sit at the corners, so measure your exact usable space before buying.
How much space does a dining set need?
The usual guide is to allow around 90cm from the edge of the table on every side where there are chairs. That gives each person room to pull their chair out, sit down and stand up. So the space a dining set needs is roughly: table length + 180cm by table width + 180cm.
Which dining sets fit under each pergola?
| Dining set | Table size | Space needed (approx.) | 3m × 3m | 3m × 4m |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monaco 1.1m Round Dining Set, 4 chairs, €839 (Pearl / Slate Grey) | 110 × 110cm | 2.9m × 2.9m | Yes, snugly | Yes, with room to spare |
| Monaco 1.5m Dining Set, 6 chairs, €1,039 (Pearl / Slate Grey) | 150 × 100cm | 3.3m × 2.8m | Too tight | Yes |
| Monaco Extending Dining Set, 8 chairs, €1,519, closed (Pearl / Slate Grey) | 165 × 100cm | 3.45m × 2.8m | No | Yes |
| Monaco Extending Dining Set, extended | 215 × 100cm | 3.95m × 2.8m | No | Only just: measure carefully |
The Monaco Extending Dining Set is a good partner for the 3m × 4m pergola: keep it closed for everyday meals under cover, and extend it for big family lunches, with the end chairs sitting at the edge of the pergola. The Miami range has dining sets in the same sizes; see the Miami collection.
Which sofa sets fit under each pergola?
Lounge sets need less walking space than dining sets, because nobody pulls a chair out. Allow around 45cm between the sofa and the coffee table, and 60 to 90cm of walkway where people pass.
- Under a 3m × 3m pergola: a compact lounge works best. The Monaco 2 Seat Sofa Set (€1,999) has a 172.5cm sofa and a 120 × 75cm sintered stone coffee table, making it a good candidate for a 3m × 3m layout.
- Under a 3m × 4m pergola: a large corner set. The Monaco Corner Sofa Set (€2,799) has a 220cm right-hand section, a 153cm left-hand section and an 87cm corner section, so one side of the L runs to around 3m. That makes the 3m × 4m the better fit. It also includes a height-adjustable coffee table (54 or 68cm high) for drinks or eating from the sofa.
Exact layouts depend on how you arrange the pieces, so use the dimensions on each product page and mark them out before you buy.
Lounge or dining under the pergola?
If you only have room for one area under cover, think about how you use your terrace most:
- Choose dining if you eat outside most days. Shelter over the table means meals are not cancelled by midday sun or a passing shower.
- Choose lounging if you mainly relax outdoors in the afternoon and evening.
- Have both by putting a compact dining set under a 3m × 4m pergola and a sofa set beside it under a parasol.
How do you plan it on the ground?
- Mark the pergola footprint (3m × 3m or 4m × 3m) on the floor with tape.
- Mark the table or sofa set inside it, using the product page dimensions.
- Add the clearances: 90cm around a dining table, 45cm between sofa and coffee table.
- Check doors, steps, drainage and where rainwater from the gutter will run.
- Stand inside it and walk around as if you were serving lunch.
Visit our showrooms
See our pergolas with the furniture that fits underneath at our showrooms, and bring your terrace measurements for advice from a team with more than 20 years of experience.
- San Javier: N-332, 81, 30730 San Javier, Murcia. Phone: +34 672 20 91 92
- Altea: Partida Cap-Blanch, 155, 03590 Altea, Alicante. Phone: +34 711 04 80 41
Frequently asked questions
Can I fit a six-seat dining table under a 3m × 3m pergola?
It is usually too tight. A 150cm table needs around 3.3m of length with chair space, so the 3m × 4m pergola is the better choice.
What fits under a 3m × 3m pergola?
A four-seat round dining set such as the Monaco 1.1m Round Dining Set, or a compact sofa set.
How tall are your pergolas?
The 3m × 3m and 3m × 4m pergolas are 2.5m high.
Is assembly included?
Yes. The 3m × 3m and 3m × 4m pergolas are delivered and assembled free of charge.
Are the pergolas waterproof?
Yes. They have a waterproof construction with a gutter system when the slats are closed.
Plan your covered terrace
Explore both sizes on the bioclimatic pergolas collection, or visit us in San Javier or Altea with your measurements.