There are a number of garden gazebo styles which are suitable for a patio. These are the portable gazebos which can be easily put together and dismantled by one or two people, and stored away in a shed or garage when not in use. They can be used during the summer months for relaxing outdoors [...]
A wooden garden gazebo can be your own private sanctuary and retreat, right there in your garden. Installing a luxurious wood-surround spa hot tub can make the same gazebo into your very own personal spa. Before you know it, you have a perfect space to unwind in and enjoy your garden, plus a marvellous place [...]
For those constructing their own wooden gazebo, a kit can usually be bought. This is ideal for people who are unsure about handling wood, as each piece is cut to the right size, and there is no need for measuring and cutting. They come in round and octagonal styles, and are available in a wide [...]
Most traditional style garden gazebos, including both permanent and portable structures, are open, with the canopied, shingle or thatched roof simply supported by a number of posts which give the structure some shape. However, there are several styles of gazebo which come with side panels; the extra enclosure providing protection from the elements and insects. [...]
Gazebos are an elegant and relaxing addition to any garden or lawn. However, your gazebo is more versatile then you may imagine. Whether it’s the holidays, you are planning a special event like a summer wedding, or a late fall hot tub party, your gazebo can become a design element for any budget or season. [...]
Timber decking can add a touch of flair to the garden, warmly bridging the interface between inside and outside. Whether it’s a stand-alone job or part of a wider property development project, decking adds not just value but chic to your home and garden. Some basic building skills are necessary, but it’s not nuclear physics [...]
Canopy gazebos are a useful and attractive addition to any garden. How much a canopy gazebo will cost will depend on the style, size and where you buy it from; good deals are available from some retailers. Canopy gazebos can be used all the year round, although during the winter it is best to take [...]
A thoughtfully positioned and attractive gazebo can greatly increase the potential of your garden space by providing a natural focus as well as shelter from unpredictable weather. There’s nothing worse than arranging a social gathering only to have everyone rush back into the house during a spell of rain, and having to frantically relocate the [...]
If you like to dine al fresco in the summer months, building a patio will make a stylish platform for your table and chairs. It’s a DIY job that takes a bit of hard work, but it’ll be well worth the effort in the end. Using pegs and string take care to mark out the [...]
Greeks were unlike other cultures in that they did not own private gardens to display their wealth; instead all their gardens were public spaces. Gardens were built around temples and gazebos were built, usually out of marble, in a smaller design of the main temple in dedication to the god or goddess. The gazebo and [...]