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The Patiowell 12x20 Steel Carport is a freestanding metal shelter with a vertical, sloped roof and a fully galvanized steel frame in a black powder coat. It is sized to cover a car, truck or small boat, and the open sides let it double as a shaded patio or storage area. Its selling points are the triple-reinforced frame, triangular roof bracing and heavy-duty ground anchors, which put it above flimsier tarp-and-pole canopies on wind resistance. Against fabric carports it is sturdier and longer-lived, but it is a permanent-looking structure that needs a level site and a multi-person build.
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Lowest price we've seen: $449.99 on Nov 2 at Walmart. Tracked across 3 stores since Nov 2.
Buyers describe it as arriving as described and say they would buy it again, with the galvanized roof called out as a plus.
This 12' x 20' metal carport covers cars, trucks, boats and outdoor equipment. It can also serve as a gazebo, an outdoor gathering area or a storage space. It has a vertical roof and a black powder-coated finish.
The frame is fully metal with a galvanized treatment for rust resistance. Reinforced roof beams, side support poles and a strengthened base add stability, and a triangular roof support design helps reduce swaying. Heavy-duty ground anchors secure it on surfaces including dirt, concrete and sandy terrain.
The galvanized steel roof uses double-tape construction to help keep rainwater out. The sloped roof drains rain and snow, and extended metal panels add coverage. Rubber-edged trim protects vehicles and users from sharp edges.


