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The dacha is a favorite vacation spot for every city dweller, since unity with nature adds vitality and energy. How to make a gazebo with your own hands from improvised materials is a question that is becoming more and more relevant.
What are gazebos
A garden gazebo is one of the main objects of a summer cottage. It is here that family tea parties, parties with friends, children’s holidays and other events are held. There are many types of designs. According to the type of structure, they are open, semi-closed and closed. An open type of building is called gazebos, they are used mainly in the warm season. Semi-closed and closed buildings resemble summer kitchens. Probably for this reason they are installed close to the country house.
Collapsible structures are convenient for their mobility. Today, such an altanka stands on the shore of the lake, tomorrow – next to the playground. Stationary buildings that are placed on the foundation look more practical and reliable. As for the shape of the frame, it can be square, rectangular, polygonal, oval or round. The final appearance of a do-it-yourself building depends on the creative approach, the wealth of imagination and the skill of the builder.
Video: “Do-it-yourself garden gazebo from improvised materials”
This video shows how to make an economy class gazebo yourself.
What can be made
The functionality of each building in the country depends on the correct choice of location and compliance with the construction technique. Arbors for summer cottages are stone, wooden and metal.
Tree
It will not take much time and effort to build a wooden garden gazebo, if you draw up a project in advance and carefully consider each stage of work. As the main building material, you can use wooden boards, beams, slats, wood, and even old trees growing on the territory of the garden plot.
The most durable, durable and resistant to mechanical damage and precipitation are buildings made of oak and beech. A more rational and budget option is the use of boards and beams from hardwood or coniferous trees. Pine and larch are the most successful wood options for the construction of country houses. Wood is strong, durable and highly wear resistant. If we talk about the shortcomings, they note low fire resistance and a tendency to rot. It is possible to increase the initial physical properties and qualities of a wooden beam by treating the material with antiseptic agents and special flame retardants.
Metal
In second place in popularity are country gazebos made of metal profiles. The use of metal sheets for wall and roof cladding is impractical, since the building turns out to be non-functional in the summer season and too noisy during rain. According to the opinions of experienced builders, the use of galvanized chain-link mesh for frame sheathing can reduce financial costs during construction. Dacha functional buildings with forging elements look more noble and elegant.
Metal structures are characterized by strength, durability and excellent wear resistance. In order for the structure to serve for more than a dozen years, it is necessary to periodically treat it with anti-corrosion agents.
Polymers
A gazebo made of polycarbonate, PVC, various types of plastic and even previously used advertising banners will be an excellent relaxation area in the garden. The advantages of such a building are ease of installation and no difficulties with maintenance. A new generation of polymer plastic is resistant to physical and chemical influences, mechanical damage and various natural phenomena.
The use of polycarbonate for the equipment of a simple summerhouse can be called the most rational solution. Inexpensive building material, durability, strength, good wear resistance and aesthetic appeal are the main advantages of polymer plastic.
Original ideas
In addition to standard buildings, there are more original options. Small open gazebos made of living plants look beautiful and elegant. Curly and flowering ornamental crops are used as pillars, arches, walls and roofs. No less interesting are objects made of vines. Wicker side walls, a roof and individual elements give the “buildings” a special charm and a certain ethnicity.
Summer gazebos made of euro pallets are easy to assemble and cheap building material. The real highlight of the summer cottage will be a functional building made of beer cans, glass or plastic bottles and caps.
Simple do-it-yourself construction
So, how to make a simple, but at the same time original summerhouse with your own hands? Let’s figure it out.
Prepare
The place of installation of the gazebo depends on its intended purpose. So, it is better to install a gazebo for relaxation and unity with nature in a remote corner of the garden, but a functional building like a summer kitchen should be built next to the house. Try to choose an area protected from wind and drafts.
The drawing is the key to the quick and technically correct erection of any construction object. A sketch of a garden gazebo drawn up in advance helps to avoid inaccuracies and mistakes during construction.
It is better to cut materials on the spot, having previously cleared the working area of broken branches, various vegetation and other debris. Please note that the set of tools and cutting technique must comply with the technical characteristics of the selected material. For example, a hacksaw with large teeth does not cut, but unevenly “gnaws” polycarbonate sheets.
Assembly and decor
The algorithm for building a garden gazebo from improvised materials is very simple:
- Fill the foundation (if the building requires a monolithic foundation).
- Mark the points-corners of the future frame of the structure. Install the supports and fix them.
- Following the drawing, assemble the lower part of the building, install the frame and roof.
- Finish the roof and side walls.
Decorating the finished object is the final stage of construction.
For the exterior decoration of walls and roofs, you can use various paints and varnishes, flower arrangements, forged products or wooden blanks.
Building a garden gazebo with your own hands is a great opportunity to realize all your ideas and ideas. At the same time, home-made summer cottages are distinguished by originality and uniqueness of the execution style.