Before the gazebo frame is fully extended, put the fabric cover on. If you extend the frame before putting the cover on, you'll find it very difficult to stretch the fabric over the frame. Put the fabric over the frame first, and you'll open the frame and find a nice taut fabric cover on top. The best location depends on your specific needs. However, it's generally best to choose a flat, stable area of your garden with easy access to your house. For wall mounted options, a level patio or foundation will be needed with direct access to the house. Can I use my garden gazebo year-round?

When one section is finished, tie a rope around each end so the palings will not fall out while that section is being installed. Now, hammer a 4″ nail partly into the outside edge of the post you have just marked on the underside of the pencil line. The beam/post braces are decorative rather than structural, as the posts concreted into the ground are support enough for any sideways movement. For these beam/post braces you will need 16 lengths of 4×4 sawn treated pieces of lumber at approximately 16″ long. (It’s up to you whether you replace these beam and post braces with something more fancy.) Pencil a square line at one end of the beam with your set square as shown in the diagram below and then pencil another line 22.5 degrees from the first. Consider the exposure to weather elements. If your gazebo is designed to provide shade, it should be positioned where it can offer the most protection from the sun. Similarly, if your structure is meant to withstand rain, ensure it's not in a location prone to flooding or water pooling.

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It is important that we know there is enough space for safe unloading. Please advise us of any access restrictions you may have to your property and don't forget to think about reaching it too i.e. narrow lane with low hanging trees / tight narrow corner turning in to road etc. Our delivery services to all zones and offer of free delivery to properties in zone 1 are offered and subject to us being able to use our standard delivery vehicles. If access problems or restrictions to your property mean we are unable to deliver via our standard vehicles then please call us to discuss your requirements. We may need to look at involving a third party delivery firm locally to you or deliver on specialised vehicle which will incur additional charges payable by the customer. These circumstances are rare and we will always work with you to find a solution. Please note: If we don’t have advanced warning of access issues, we may have to abort the delivery and charge you a re-delivery fee. To achieve this, hold your set square against the newly cut edge and slide it along until you are able to pencil a line 50mm long, square to the cut edge and finishing at the beams longest (face) edge. Use 4” carriage bolts to attach the rafters to the perimeter post. Fix them as tightly as possible as the roof should be rigid to sustain the weight of the roof and not slant in any direction.

Fan the template boards out using the nail in the middle as the axis pivot ( fig 2). Rotate the lumber template boards around until all ends are an equal distance apart. Each piece of lumber should be at 45 degrees to one another. Yes, pergolas are perfect for supporting climbing plants. Over time, these plants can create a natural canopy, providing additional shade. What is the best location for my garden structure? When all the roof boards are cut (104 in total), take the first board (one of the 1060mm longest boards) and place it on top of the rafters in a position so that the two ends are sitting on the center of the rafters and both ends of the roof boards are equal distance from the bottom of the rafters. Also sometimes called mini marquees or frame tents our range is manufactured by Garden Must Haves and is available in brown or grey. Erect our pop up gazebos in minutes, by walking out the frame, attaching the canopies and then extending the legs. Ensure before use that the gazebo is securely anchored. Tip: For a professional result, you should put two layers of asphalt shingles on the roof. The inner layer should be placed with shingles facing upside down, while on the top layer the shingles go with the right side up.While the person on the scaffold plank balances the first two opposing rafters, the other can fix the birds-mouth (see drawing above) end of the rafters to the beam, central over the post. An octagonal gazebo roof is a thing of beauty. Credit: Outdoor Living Today Step 6 – Waterproof the roof

You now have all eight beams ready to sit in place. Sit the eight head beams on top of the eight posts, see fig 4 and skew nail beams to posts with 90mm galvanized jolt head nails. Western red cedar and redwood, both of which are very popular woods for pergolas, are both beautiful woods. These woods, in addition to their aesthetic appeal, are naturally resistant to decay, making them an excellent choice for outdoor structures. If you want to enjoy the beauty of your pergola, you should make sure it is properly protected from the elements. It is recommended that you apply a waterproof spray to the entire canopy. To achieve the best results, place the can about 8 inches away from the material. It is best to apply two coats of protection, leaving it to dry, and then repeat the procedure on the other side of the fabric. The additional steps you will take will ensure the longevity of your pergola and protect its beauty. Choosing The Perfect Roof For Your Gazebo Once the rafters are attached to the king post, secure them to the perimeter posts. Before you do that, put them into position and examine the structure so you know everything looks good. Wooden gazebos may require regular maintenance such as staining or sealing to protect the wood from weather elements and ensure its longevity. Is a pergola more suited than a gazebo to support plants?Tip: If you want to make sure water won’t seep through, cut each side of the triangle one inch larger and place the tar paper sheets so they overlap. Step 7 – Shingle the roof Measure from the long point and along the beam 920mm and do the same cut that end as you have done the other end. Determine the centre of the octagon, mark the spot on the floor, and place whatever container you chose in place. Get eight timber fillets (approximately 1100mmx50mmx25mm). These measurements are not crucial, as the timber fillets will only be used to brace and hold the template boards in place.

Fan the template boards out using the nail in the middle as the axis pivot ( fig 2). Rotate the timber template boards around until all ends are all an equal distance apart. Each piece of timber should be at 45 degrees to one another.The Roof laying the roofing boards Laying the Roof Boards Ft and inch version: (metric version below) Measure from the long point and along the beam 36 1/4″ and do the same cut that end as you have done the other end. The angle at which you cut should be 45 degrees or more, depending on your measurements. You may need to adjust this angle depending on the pitch and size of the roof. It is critical to follow the rafters angle cut when constructing your gazebo roof in accordance with your plan. A pitched roof has excellent water draining properties, but you still need to insulate the roof with tar paper. Cut 8 triangles of tar paper using the same measurements as in the above step.