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Buy Gazebo: A Great Investment For Your Backyard

May 8th, 2009    Subscribe To Our Feed

Summer’s around the corner and you’re in buy gazebo mode. A gazebo is one of the simplest landscape extras that you can install in your backyard or garden to instantly improve its appeal. It expands your living space into the outdoors and can help raise your property’s value.  Most people buy gazebos for their own personal use. It can be enjoyed in most seasons and will last for a long time.

Gazebos are available in myriad configurations and they can be customized to fit your yard. There are portable and permanent built-in gazebos. Portable gazebos are often made from steel, aluminum or iron and may have a canvas or nylon awning, and perhaps curtains for privacy. You can also buy gazebos with handy screen netting to keep insects at bay.

Permanent outdoor gazebos can be made from metals like wrought iron, steel, or aluminum; woods such as cedar, pine, or redwood; vinyl or even PVC.  You can buy gazebos fully assembled, or purchase a ready-made or customized gazebo kit and build it yourself (or hire a contractor). They can be enclosed with screens or glass; or left open. They can be stained or painted, and can have electricity and plumbing. Indeed, homeowners are only limited by the space they have and the budget alloted to buy gazebos. In short, there are LOTS of gazebos for sale. How do you choose which one to buy?

The key to buying the perfect gazebo is proper planning. Know your use requirements and budget, and you will be able to choose and purchase the proper one with ease.

Consider These Factors When Looking to Buy Gazebos

If you buy a gazebo for your yard, where are you going to put it? The answer depends on how you want to use the shelter. How many people will use it at one time? If you wish to use the gazebo just for relaxation or hanging out, you may want to shop for a smaller gazebo, maybe enclose it with landscaping, screens or half walls for privacy and locate it in a quiet spot away from the house and busy street.

If you plan to entertain regularly in your gazebo, you may want to place it near your kitchen and/or outdoor grill island for ease of transporting food and tableware. Entertaining large numbers of people means purchasing a large gazebo or gazebo canopy to enable them to mingle comfortably. In this instance you may even desire to buy a gazebo pergola with open sides or a gazebo with screen mesh.

Gazebos for a hot tub or spa enclosure must be large enough to provide an ample amount of interior space to walk around the spa. Use lush plantings, screens and/or walls for privacy, and ensure that proper plumbing, drainage and electric lines are available. Buy gazebos made from materials that can withstand steam and damp, such as vinyl, aluminum, and cedar. And yes, you can buy a portable gazebo to shelter a hot tub.

Weather and environment are two important things that will have a large impact on your gazebo’s appearance and maintenance. Make sure your gazebo will withstand all types of weather (wind, hard rainstorms, snow loads if permanently installed) common in your area. Portable and canopy gazebos especially need strong anchoring unless you plan to take them down in blustery weather. You can buy gazebo anchor kits as well. Also consider how much sunlight the gazebo area will get during the day. If you want to maximize the amount of sun your gazebo receives, make sure you position it away from trees or other structures that could create shade. In addition, you need to consider if surrounding landscaping or adjacent structures complement your gazebo in all seasons. 

If your budget is modest, you plan to trade your house within five years or less, you don’t plan to use the gazebo very often or year-round or you’re not quite sure you want to build a gazebo, buying smaller portable and pop-up gazebos may be best. For larger budgets, frequent or year-round use or those who will be staying put in their homes for five years or more, you might consider shopping for large canopies or permanent gazebo constructs.

Now that you have defined the gazebo’s general purpose, location and type, the next thing you should consider is its size. Be aware that you have to keep the surroundings in proportion with your gazebo. Remember that the more people you wish to accommodate at once, the larger the space you will need. As a rough guide, buying any gazebo sized between a modest 10′ x 12′ or 10′ x 20′ party size is good for most family gatherings or events. We can’t recommend any particular shape, but the classic octagon or hexagon is wildly popular. For those who wish to fully maximize entertainment space, a rectangular gazebo is often preferred. Carefully measure the desired location and ensure that every planned detail conforms with your measurements.

Now, it’s time to buy your gazebo! Shop online for the best selection.

Where To Buy Gazebos Online

If you want to buy a wood or vinyl gazebo, whether stock or customized, you can’t go wrong with the selection at Gazebo Creations. There’s a good reason they’re considered the number one gazebo retailer on the internet. I’ve telephoned and e-mailed many online sellers for details about their gazebos; and no one is more responsive, helpful or friendly than the folks at Gazebo Creations. Their gazebo kits are classic and beautiful. Use the Gazebo Wizard to endlessly customize your gazebo. You can purchase your dream gazebo in kit form, or have it assembled and delivered to you. Gazebo Creations accepts all major credit cards, checks via mail, PayPal, Google Checkout and will ship outside the US. They make buying a gazebo easy.

If you want to buy portable gazebos, gazebo canopies, or more permanent wrought iron and steel gazebos and pergolas, shop Canopy Center. They carry a wide selection of quality pop-up and portable gazebos at competitive prices. They list their lovely wrought metal gazebos under the “party tent” category which is unfortunately confusing. Staff is helpful and responsive. Canopy Center also accepts all major cards, checks via mail, PayPal, Google Checkout and will ship most items outside the US.

This summer’s cookouts, parties and stay-at-home vacations will be far more enjoyable in your new gazebo. Don’t wait to buy! Gazebos are in demand now, and the season’s fresh new models are online. Your friends and neighbors will be in awe when they see that lovely gazebo on your patio or deck. You will never regret your decision to buy a gazebo.

Aluminum Frame Patio Gazebos With Heavy-Duty Polyester Canopies

August 10th, 2008    Subscribe To Our Feed

Aluminum frame patio gazebos are great for shade and shelter on your patio or deck. Aluminum is a highly durable, rust-resistant metal that weathers the outdoors well. It’s also quite lightweight, meaning that your patio gazebo can be easily moved or transported anywhere you see fit. But some aluminum frame gazebos are flimsy and weak because the metal frame supports are too thin and cheaply made. The gazebo cannot stand up to wind, or even a light breeze without collapsing. And if you want to move the gazebo frequently to use in different places, or use it repeatedly over years, well…good luck. Supports get bent, or dinged, and canopy durability is always a question. Here’s a few models, courtesy of Canopy Center, that may end your gazebo frustrations.

The frame of this Eclipse II 10′ x 10′ gazebo (pictured at right, in blue) is made of aircraft-grade anodized aluminum, offering high strength and durability. The patented E-Z UP frame design helps you assemble and erect the shelter quickly, no tools required. It’s roomy; the elevated center of the canopy peaks at over 11 feet. The telescoping legs can be adjusted for uneven patios or deck floors. Canopies are available in four colors and are made of commercial-grade 500 denier polyester, meaning they’re densely woven for long life. The canopy is also flame retardant. A carry bag is included in case you want to tote your aluminum frame patio gazebo with you to the campground or the beach for a change of scenery.

If you’re looking to host a crowd on the patio, the 15′ x 10′ Aluma Canopy (pictured below right, in red) may suit your needs. The frame is anodized industrial grade aluminum, height is adjustable to over 7 feet, and the 500 denier polyester canopy is available in four colors. Tie down stakes, rope, and dust cover are included. This aluminum frame patio gazebo, for its large size, only weighs about 60 lbs. It’s still transportable for fun at parks (regulations permitting) and other outings. Different sizes are available; simply search for “aluminum canopy” at Canopy Center. Also check out gazebo canopy accessories like the heavy duty canopy stakes and weight bags for added gazebo stability in windy conditions.

Now, these patio gazebos are not cheap. These aren’t your single season $69-or-less Wal-Mart canopies. And don’t get me wrong; I love Wal-Mart! But for what you spend, you make up for it in construction that will last. If you want to use the gazebo a number of times over more than one summer, you must invest in quality. Hey, how many flimsy, cheap aluminum gazebo canopies have you bought and thrown out before you came here? How much did you spend on them in total? Yep…you need to click the links and check these gazebos out. Here’s excerpts of actual customer comments:

“These units are more costly because they are so much better built than the other lines and brands.”

“Impressed…I expect this pop-up shelter to last a while.”

Use the Canopy Center discount coupon code at the top of this page. Finally, your hunt for well-made aluminum frame patio gazebos is over.

Pop-Up Screen Gazebo With Roller Bag

August 5th, 2008    Subscribe To Our Feed

A pop-up screen gazebo is great to have for those impromptu backyard get-togethers or family reunions where you need a temporary shelter fast. This handsome model from ShelterLogic is said to assemble in 15 minutes and goes anywhere - decks, patios, beach, even tailgating - with the great roller bag which speeds its transport. ShelterLogic makes commercial grade pop-up gazebos as well as consumer styles. Featuring a powder-coated all-steel frame, the 10′ x 10′ pop-up gazebo has a durable UV-resistant polyester canopy and a detachable screen netting insert with a zippered door and tie-back option - meaning that you can choose whether to have an enclosed screen room or not as the need arises. Sweet!

Here’s another look at the pop-up screen gazebo: 

And at this writing, it’s on sale for well under US$200. Just in time for your late summer vacations or gatherings. Available from the good folks at Canopy Center. If you’re looking for a pop-up screen gazebo, check this one out.

Thinking About A Gazebo? Winter’s The Best Time to Plan

January 4th, 2008    Subscribe To Our Feed

Happy New Year to all!

Now that the holidays are past, and winter has settled in, it’s time to take stock of the home and landscape improvements you’d like to see come spring and summer.  The cold weather has stripped everything down to its structural essence, and it’s just much easier to see the landscape layout and structure of your yard now and objectively evaluate exactly where you’d like to make changes and upgrades. Perhaps you’d like to add a gazebo to extend your living and entertaining space out of doors. Adding screened gazebos, hot tub or spa gazebos, decks, patios or porches to your house can enhance the beauty of your home as well as increase its value.

Planning the perfect placement of these additions plus complementary landscaping — adding trees, shrubs, planters or garden beds to accent the new gazebo and help it blend into your yard — takes time.  Don’t wait until the last minute to consider your needs and wants.  Spring will be here before you know it; and you don’t want to rush into an improvement project without a considered plan. Take the time to really look at your yard and list where you want to make changes. Check out some of the articles on our site for inspiration. Check your local library for books picturing landscape design ideas. Consult your local HOA (if applicable) and, if necessary, zoning office to know the rules concerning home additions.

Use the Gazebo Wizard at Gazebo Creations to design a gazebo kit that fits your needs. Resolve to make this the year you turn your backyard into the utopia you’ve always dreamed of.

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