There are a variety of Gazebos with different sizes and prices. Different types of gazebos include wood, polyester, outdoor shade, iron, outdoor patio, pergola, square, garden, hexagon and tents for different kinds of occasions including weddings and casual parties. The largest size is 10×10 and is the most popular. Other sizes include 8×8 and 22×16 with ranges in between. The price of a gazebo can be fairly inexpensive ranging from $25 to even more than $799 for more expensive ones. The canopy is very important and provides shade protection from the sun which is its main purpose. Unfortunately, gazebo canopies have a short life span and deteriorate faster than gazebos. The structure of a gazebo may last for years but canopies rarely last longer than two years before breaking down. However, many businesses offer alternate canopies with advanced specifications to provide better protection. » Read more: Gazebo Canopies: Quality Features
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Gazebo Canopies: Quality Features
August 12th, 2010Styles of Gazebos
May 29th, 2010Gazebos are a great way to add an attractive shaded sitting area to your outdoor space. A gazebo is an open sided, roofed structure that is commonly used in parks and other private areas, as well as private homes. Gazebos act as a rest area, providing shelter from rain, shade from the sun and adding architectural interest to a garden area.
There are several different styles of gazebos, originating from different countries. You can choose a style that will suit your garden and house. Asian style pavilions look great in a Chinese or Japanese themed garden and were traditionally situated next to a pond or small lake, or sometimes on a small island within the lake, adding to the relaxing feel. Balinese bale style gazebos are traditionally made from bamboo with a thatched roof and raised off the ground, providing a safe comfortable sleeping place for afternoon naps away from insects and snakes and positioned to make best advantage of the cool breezes coming off the rice fields. A Balinese style gazebo will fit in well in any tropical themed garden.
Western style gazebos as found in England and North America are built sturdier to provide shelter from the rain as well as shade in the summer. They are commonly built from bricks and wood and have a roof made from roof shingles or tiles to match the surrounding buildings. » Read more: Styles of Gazebos
Japanese Gazebos
January 19th, 2010Regardless of cultural origin, appearance and size, a gazebo serves the same purpose just about everywhere. But still, you might want one that looks a little different than a typical American pergola. If you want that gazebo in your garden, but want something that stands out a little bit (since a gazebo by itself won’t catch any attention), consider looking at Asian-themed gazebos…particularly Japanese ones. Like most products from or inspired by Asia, Japanese gazebos look much more stylish and beautiful than their American counterparts.
Also, much unlike Western gazebos, some Japanese gazebos have Shoji panels on them, which in turn makes them enclosed; most gazebos are open on all sides. However, the bad thing about Shoji windows is they’ll age noticeably and weaken over time, but as said, not all Japanese gazebos have this feature. Another neat feature about these Asian-themed gazebos is that they often have a raised floor or stand on legs rather than flat against the ground. And a Japanese gazebo will actually last you a while, which is why they can cost anywhere from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars. According to WoodsShop.com, an azumaya (traditional Japanese gazebo kit) measuring 12’x12’ will set you back about $12,800, and the 10’x10’ curved roof style gazebo is $10,400. Compare that to the 10’x10’ gazebo you can buy at Target for under $300. » Read more: Japanese Gazebos
