Is the Domi Louvered worth it?
Our verdict: A lot in the box for the money: aluminum, curtains and netting, $1,949.99 for 10×13 on Nov 15, 2026. Domi publishes 15 psf of snow, but two wind figures (50 and 72 mph) and two warranties (5 years and 1 year). The catch: until Domi settles those numbers in writing, we score the lower ones.
Aluminum, curtains and mosquito netting included, $1,949.99 for 10×13. Domi's own pages disagree on wind and warranty. It scores 8.2/10 on our published formula, No. 10 of 15 kits. Best for: curtains and netting in the box.
The catch: Domi lists 50 mph in one place and 72 mph in another, and 5 years vs 1 year of warranty. Get it in writing.
Who should buy the Domi Louvered, and who should not
Buy it if
- You want privacy curtains and bug netting without buying them separately
- You want aluminum under $2,000 at 10×13
- You like fast delivery (Domi quotes 3–10 days)
Skip it if
- You need a clear wind rating for a permit
- You want to rely on a 5-year warranty without it in writing
- You want a motor
Not the right fit? The Purple Leaf Athena is the alternative we would look at first: all-aluminum with 13 sizes and clearer numbers, from $2,499.
How much does the Domi Louvered cost?
Prices of every size at the Domi store on November 15, 2026, kit only, before tax and installation. The price per square foot is our own calculation on the roof size.
| Size (ft) | Roof area | Price | Per sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10×10 | 100 sq ft | $1,599.99 | $16 |
| 10×12 | 120 sq ft | $1,899.99 | $15.83 |
| 10×13 (reference) | 130 sq ft | $1,949.99 | $15 |
| 12×16 | 192 sq ft | $2,589.99 | $13.49 |
| 12×20 | 240 sq ft | $3,199.99 | $13.33 |
Where to buy it
- Domi store: $1,949.99 for 10 × 13 ft (the store showed a $2,369.99 list price; we use the price you pay).
Home Depot, Lowe's, Wayfair and Amazon also list many of these brands; their prices and sellers change often, so we only quote stores we checked on the day. Our louvered pergola cost guide adds the pad, anchors and installation.
Sizes and clearance height
The Domi Louvered comes in 5 sizes: 10×10, 10×12, 10×13, 12×16, 12×20 ft. Domi lists 12×16: 15.91 × 11.98 × 7.55 ft; 378 lb. Domi did not print the overall height on the page we read; ask for it before you order if the pergola sits near a door or window.
Frame and louvers: aluminum or steel?
Domi builds this pergola in aluminum, roof and frame, and includes curtains in 180 gsm PU-coated polyester plus mosquito netting. For the 12×16, Domi gives 15.91 × 11.98 × 7.55 ft and 378 lb. The louvers are manual. Five sizes were in stock on November 15, 2026, from 10×10 ($1,599.99) to 12×20 ($3,199.99), in Gray or Brown.
Domi also sells versions with a wood-grain finish and steel louvers on marketplaces; those are different products. This review covers the aluminum louvered pergola on Domi's own store.
Crank, wand or motor?
Manual louvers. Domi's product page does not detail the mechanism beyond that; the Amazon listings of Domi's wood-grain versions mention a crank and 0–90°. Ask which one your kit uses if it matters.
Does the Domi Louvered keep the rain out?
Gutters run water through the posts. Domi's own FAQ ties water resistance to assembly: "Make sure all parts are clicked or screwed properly following the instructions to ensure water resistance and sturdiness." The included curtains help with sideways rain, which louvers alone do not stop.
Wind rating and snow load
This is the problem. The product description says 50 mph; the spec table says 72 mph. We score 50 until Domi confirms otherwise. The snow figure is clear at 15 psf, and Domi asks owners to clear snow and open the louvers before heavy snowfall.
We never call a pergola "wind-proof": these are the brand's figures, under the brand's conditions. Our wind rating and snow load guide puts every kit side by side.
How hard is the Domi Louvered to install?
Domi says 2–3 people, a ladder and gloves, admits that installation "might be a bit challenging", and recommends qualified technicians; the installation services shown on its site are third-party (it names Angi). One owner on r/landscaping says it took three fairly handy people 12 hours, calls the instructions "GOD AWFUL" and the finished product good quality (comment, April 28, 2025). Domi also reminds buyers to check local codes before installing.
Video: “Domi 12 X 16 Pergola With Louvers Assembly And Setup” (hoohoohoblin on YouTube). Plays from youtube-nocookie.com after you click.
Step-by-step advice for any kit is in our louvered pergola installation guide.
Options: screens, walls, lights
Curtains and netting are included. Extra aluminum screen panels were $189.99 on the day we checked.
Warranty, returns and delivery
The product page says 5 years on the hardtop roof and frame and 1 year on curtains and netting; the store's refund policy says "Warranty Time 1 year". We score 1 year and show both. Returns: 30-day refund for unopened, unused items. Free shipping, by truck, all boxes delivered together, 3–10 days quoted.
What owners say
Beyond the r/landscaping comment above, we did not read other owner reports in full. The pattern in that one is common to kits at this price: a good result after a long, poorly explained build.
What's in the box, and the costs on top
In the box
- Aluminum frame and louvered roof
- Curtains (180 gsm PU-coated polyester)
- Mosquito netting
- Hardware
Hidden costs to plan for
- A pro or third-party installer if you do not want a 12-hour day
- Anchors for your surface
- Extra screen panels at $189.99
Questions to ask the seller before you pay
- Which wind rating applies to my size: 50 or 72 mph?
- Is the frame and roof warranty 5 years or 1 year? Please confirm in writing.
- Crank or lever for the louvers on this model?
Domi Louvered vs its closest rivals
The same facts for the Domi Louvered and the two kits we would compare it with, prices checked the same day.
| Criterion | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 8.2/10 · Good | 8.0/10 · Fair | 7.8/10 · Fair | 8.7/10 · Good |
| Price checked | $1,949.99 for 10 × 13 ft Nov 15, 2026, kit only | $2,499 for 10 × 12 ft Nov 15, 2026, kit only | $1,099.99 for 10 × 12 ft Nov 15, 2026, kit only | $2,399 for 10 × 13 ft Nov 15, 2026, kit only |
| Price per sq ft | $15 | $20.8 | $9.2 | $18.5 |
| Sizes sold | 10×10, 10×12, 10×13, 12×16, 12×20 | 10×12, 10×14, 11×13, 11×14, 12×12, 12×14, 11×15, 10×16, 12×16, 12×20, 12×24, 14×20, 14×24 | 10×12, 12×12, 12×20, 12×24 | 10×10, 10×13, 10×20 |
| Frame / louvers | Aluminum / Aluminum | Powder-coated aluminum / Aluminum | Aluminum / Aluminum and galvanized steel | Powder-coated aluminum / Galvanized steel |
| Roof control | Manual louvers | Two independent roof zones adjusted with poles, 0–90° | Manual crank, louvers rotate 90° | Hand crank, louvers open up to 93° |
| Mounting | Freestanding | Freestanding | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Wind (brand) | 50 mph | 72 mph | Not published | 90.2 mph |
| Snow (brand) | 15 psf | Not published | Not published | 20.8 psf |
| Warranty | 5 years on the hardtop roof and frame on the product page, but "Warranty Time 1 year" on the store refund policy; we score the lower figure | 1 year (Purple Leaf comparison table on the product page) | 1 year from shipment; weather damage excluded (EROMMY Warranty & Return page) | 3+1 years: 3 years, plus 1 year when you register the product with Mirador |
| Returns | 30-day refund for unopened, unused items | 30-day refund for unopened, unused items; return shipping paid by the buyer | Request within 30 days; non-quality returns refunded at 80% (20% restocking fee) | Return, refund or replacement within 30 days of receipt (Mirador store) |
| Buy | Check price at Domi | Check price at Purple Leaf | Check price at EROMMY | Check price at Mirador |
- Purple Leaf Athena (8.0/10): All-aluminum with 13 sizes and clearer numbers, from $2,499.
- EROMMY Louvered Pergola (7.8/10): Curtains included too, $1,099.99 for 10×12, no ratings.
- Mirador 111S (8.7/10): 90.2 mph and 3+1 years for $2,399.
Head-to-heads: Purple Leaf Athena vs Mirador 111S · Pergolux 4 Pro vs Mirador 111S.
Domi Louvered specifications
| Brand / model | Domi Aluminum Louvered Pergola |
|---|---|
| Sizes sold (ft) | 10×10, 10×12, 10×13, 12×16, 12×20 |
| Price at reference size | $1,949.99 for 10 × 13 ft (checked November 15, 2026) |
| Price per square foot | $15 (our calculation) |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Louvers | Aluminum |
| Post section | Not published |
| Metal thickness | Not published |
| Roof control | Manual louvers |
| Mounting | Freestanding |
| Drainage | Gutters through the posts |
| Wind rating (brand) | Wind resistance: 50 mph (product description) / 72 mph (spec table) — Domi publishes two figures for this kit; we score the lower one |
| Snow load (brand) | Snow pressure resistant 15 lbs./square foot — Domi asks owners to clear snow and open the louvers before heavy snow |
| Dimensions | 12×16: 15.91 × 11.98 × 7.55 ft; 378 lb |
| Weight | Not published |
| Assembly (brand) | Domi says 2–3 people, a ladder and gloves, and recommends qualified technicians. |
| Colors | Gray, Brown |
| Options | Curtains and netting included; extra aluminum screen panels $189.99 |
| Warranty | 5 years on the hardtop roof and frame on the product page, but "Warranty Time 1 year" on the store refund policy; we score the lower figure |
| Returns | 30-day refund for unopened, unused items |
| Availability | All sizes in stock on Nov 15, 2026 |
| Sold by | Domi store |
Sources, read on November 15, 2026: domioutdoorliving.com, domioutdoorliving.com.
Domi Louvered: questions buyers ask
Is Domi a good pergola brand?
The kit is good value for an aluminum pergola with curtains included. Its paperwork is not: Domi publishes conflicting wind and warranty figures, so get them confirmed before you buy.
What is the Domi louvered pergola wind rating?
Domi lists 50 mph in the product description and 72 mph in the spec table. We use 50 mph until Domi settles it.
How many people does it take to install a Domi pergola?
Domi says 2–3 people. One owner reports 12 hours with three people.
Domi 12x16 or 10x12: what do they cost?
$1,899.99 for 10×12 and $2,589.99 for 12×16 on November 15, 2026, kit only.
Written by Laura Benson for the Best Louvered Pergola editorial team. Updated November 15, 2026. Scores come from our methodology; prices move, so check the seller's page before you buy.