Why the ceiling matters
An alfresco or patio ceiling is the surface you look up at every time you use the outdoor room. A warm timber lining transforms the space - but overhead, exposed timber sags, stains and rots faster than almost anywhere on the house.
How to use it
Line the alfresco ceiling in a warm woodgrain and carry the same finish to the eaves and any feature wall below. Lightweight aluminium boards stay flat overhead and install cleanly with concealed fixings.
Why aluminium suits it
Aluminium linings will not sag, rot or peel in the weather, and they hold colour under the strong sun that bakes a north or west-facing alfresco. It is the most reliable way to keep that timber ceiling looking right.
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