Gazebo Types - 6 Sensational Designs

When you think of gazebos, you think of a place taht is romantic, relaxing and soothing. They are regular fixtures of gardens especially in the European region. But now gazebos are just about everywhere. They are also popular during weddings and anniversaries. Before we can take a look at some really wonderful gazebo types and designs, let us first know what a gazebo is.

By and large, gazebos are seen in spacious areas. It is shaped like an octagon. It is a good seating place to read a good book or to hang out with friends. Although its etymology is quite vague its popularity today is very clear: it is one the favorite sitting areas of people.

Besides, being a comfortable place to hang around, it is now used in weddings, anniversaries and engagement parties as part of the whole motif. It is perhaps because of its romantic and relaxing style. It is not only easy to decorate but also easy to create lots of themes that suits whatever occasion it is.

Gazebos are also coined as summerhouses, pavillion, screen houses and kiosk. Now, aside from the classic hexagonal shape, the gazebos have so many variations and designs that one can choose from.

Hexagonal-shaped Gazebo (Wood)
This is one of the most common types of gazebos and it is also one of the most popular among the other types of gazebos. From its name this type of gazebo has five sides and is usually made of wood that is coated with terylene which makes it weather resistant.

Round Shaped Gazebo (Metal)
Round shaped gazebo are also popular among the other types and shapes of gazebos. This is usually made of metal or iron wrought material. It is common because of its ornate decorations. Metal gazebos can be free-standing because of its weight or it can be anchored down as well into a solid surface.

Pop-up Gazebo
This type is very convenient for outdoor parties and events. They are light weight and portable for easy transport. This type of gazebo has many features for the convenience of those who are going to buy or rent them. Such features include adjustable height, double corner braces for added support and wind vents.

Canopy Gazebo
This type of gazebo is very ideal for picnics, beach parties and barbeque. It is usually made of thick linen fabric that is very cool to look at most particularly during summer and spring seasons.

Do-Decagon Gazebo
This type is perfect for bigger groups and events. It is 12 sides built to fit many people inside.

Elongated Hexagon Gazebo
This type is a bigger version of the typical hexagon gazebo which still six sided but a bit elongated to accommodate more people during parties and other occasions.

Gazebos can also be oblong and octagonal in shape and it can be made from wood, metal, canvass and hard plastic. The most common and ideal wood to make gazebos are white and red cedar because of its fine color and texture. Treated pine is also ideal because of its fine texture or some in teak perhaps. Other materials such as vinyl and wrought iron are also used for some types of gazebos because of their usefulness and longevity.

Whatever choice of gazebo you buy, rent or made just make sure that the size and make of the gazebo is ideal for you, your family and your lifestyle. It is also important that you know how to maintain a gazebo so that it will last a long time and you'll enjoy it longer.

A Gazebo Can Make Your Landscaping Spectacular

It wasn't to long ago in history that a gazebo could only be had by royalty or the very elite. Well that is not true anymore! The average homeowner can have a gazebo to brighten up their landscape with just a little money, a weekend, and maybe a few friends.

What kind of gazebo you choose will depend on what your use for the gazebo is. Do you want an outdoor living space? You will probably want one of the enclosed type of gazebos. An enclosed gazebo has windows and a door, almost like a miniature house. This type of gazebo can be used for an outdoor living room or den, it can be your own little hideaway.

Do you want an outdoor entertainment center? You will probably want to purchase one of the large rectangular or oval gazebos. You can get these without any railings or walls to allow for a large group to use it without running over each other. These can be used for large cookouts, just add a grill to one end. You can then set up tables under the gazebo for a lovely feast, regardless of what the weather happens to do.

Do you want a lovely focal point for your garden? Then a small to medium type garden gazebo is what you need. You can get these in round or square, with many options to customize your garden gazebo to fit your personality. You can either have benches built into the garden gazebo or use standard patio type furniture for seating, just make sure you use something meant for the outdoors.

Now you have decided what type of gazebo you want, how do you get one? There are several options to getting your gazebo, the include: hiring a contractor, purchasing the material and plans and building it yourself, or buying a gazebo kit. There are advantages and disadvantages to each kind.

Hiring a contractor is probably the most expensive method. You also have to be careful to hire someone reputable, this can be a job in itself to find someone you can work with. This method can also be the most creative. You generally get to decide on every detail that goes into your gazebo, so that when it is complete it is a one of a kind.

The second option, buying the material and plans, can be almost as expensive as hiring a contractor. You will also need to know quite a bit about reading plans, measuring and cutting the wood, and proper placement of each piece. If you possess these skills then this can be a very rewarding experience. Every time someone compliments how nice your gazebo is you can reply "Thank you, I built it myself."

The last option, buying a gazebo kit, is probably the least expensive of all the options. It is a lot easier than building one from scratch. Most gazebo kits come with all the pieces precut (and sometimes also has panels pre-assembled), very detailed instructions, and all the nuts, bolts, and screws. You just have to provide a few basic tools. The downside to a gazebo kit is that you lose some customization. Most kit suppliers do offer several options that will make it a bit more how you want it, but you are not able to have a totally one of a kind.

What ever type of you decide on and which ever way you decide to build it, a gazebo will add value (in the form of raised property value) and pizazz to your landscaping.