Thursday 24 November 2011

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.

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