Gazebos

Gazebos

You’ve just finished spreading the mulch around that flower bed, and golly, it’s hot. Wouldn’t you love to sit in your cool shady gazebo and sip some lemonade? A gazebo provides a shaded spot to relax, hidden from the heat of the sun. A gazebo can be a beautiful focal point in your yard. With a gazebo, you’ll be adding an outdoor dining area, a napping nook, or a spot for entertaining friends and family. Careful placing of your gazebo can create a private getaway from neighbors. Leave your easy set-up gazebo in place for months and enjoy the whole summer, sun and rain. Your gazebo has a weather-resistant cover. Customize the wall panels, the venting or add netting to escape evening insects.

Things to remember when you’re picking the place for your gazebo. Select a spot with flat, level ground to ensure a solid foundation and to prevent any potential structural defects and safety hazards. Consider accessibility to the location, and how close it is to any other outdoor spaces you have, such as a patio or large trees. Consider what type of view you want to position the gazebo to take advantage of views. Think about how much sun exposure the area has throughout the day, as this will affect how you use the gazebo. A location with partial shade during mealtimes might be preferable, or you may want to have a buffer from your home. You should choose a location that offers some shelter from wind, too much wind can make it difficult to relax. Check with your local building codes and zoning laws to make sure your gazebo is compliant with regulations.