Garden Gazebos: A Quick Guide To Buying

By Author: Tim Woods
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A person's garden is their pride and joy. In the long summer days it is nice to be able to spend time outdoors making the most of the sun whilst you can. Having a garden gazebo is a great addition to your garden. Not only do they add a classy feel to your home but they are also very useful to have.

If over the summer you have many social events within your garden (and that includes the spontaneous BBQs) then having a garden gazebo makes the whole event that bit more comfortable. You have a place for people to shield away from the sun if they want and let's face it the rain for that matter as well. Garden gazebos offer a nice environment within your garden to eat or just relax without the feeling of being overly exposed the outdoor surroundings.

Naturally if you are considering getting a garden gazebo then there are a few factors that you should consider before you buy one. To begin with, and although extremely obvious, you should think about the size of your garden. If you have a small garden then having a garden gazebo may create a bit of an eyesore and ruin ...
... the surrounding beauty of the flowers and bushes around you garden that you have worked endless amounts of hours trying to perfect.

Of course if you have a big garden (you lucky people) then the issue of space is not so much a problem. Instead you may want to think carefully where you want to put your gazebo. Think about where the sun hits it and whether it blocks sunlight to important areas of the garden. You do not want to put up a gazebo only to find months later that those prized tulips you have been growing and have been flourishing in your garden for years are all of a sudden dying/not growing.

Also be aware of whether the gazebo blocks easy access to and from your home. If you have kids, and if you do then you will defiantly understand, they have a tendency to run in and out of the home so be careful you do not place it in an area where it can cause danger to people.

It is recommended that your garden gazebo is placed a fair distance (but not too far) from the beginning of your garden. This way it is not obstructing anything and the distance it gives makes for a better get-away from your home.

Garden gazebos come in many different materials most commonly wood. In amongst this wood gazebos come in many different types of wood. Depending on the look/theme of your garden choosing the right type of wood gazebo is important. Light woods look good in more modern homes whereas darker woods look better in more traditional homes. Naturally the choice is really up to you.

Lastly on a side note always go and physically look at the gazebo you are interested in buying (this applies more so when buying online).

These are just a few things for you to think about when buying a garden gazebo. There are obviously other factors to consider however if you are aware of some of these points it will help you in getting your ideal garden gazebo for your home.

Tim Woods is an expert in garden buildings having worked as a landscape architect for more than 30 years. More information can be found at http://www.crownpavilions.com.