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Gazebos

Introduction

A gazebos maybe something that you have not considered for your home before but they can be a worthwhile addition that can add value as well as quality of life to your residence.

They come in various shapes and sizes and can be built by a professional or by the keen home handyman. The size that you choose for your yard will be determined somewhat by the size of the yard but even a small gazebo can lift an average home into something a little special.

As with most purchases for your home make sure that you consider what you want, the cost and how you plan to use your gazebo to ensure that the model you end up with will best suit your needs.

Quick Reference

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The Costs

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New Homes

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Choices

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Designing

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Compliment

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Traditional

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Additional Pricing

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Smart Tips

The Costs

You do not have to spend a fortune to have a gazebo built in your yard. Obviously prices will range with smaller structures with less features costing less than a bigger, more elaborate model. A with any work that is to be done around the home any work that you can do by yourself will bring the overall cost of the project down. Labour will account for as much as 50 percent of most jobs at home. There is also the option of building the gazebo yourself which is fine as long as you have the necessary skill and just as importantly the tools to do the job correctly.

New Homes

As with most additions to your home it would be cheaper to build your gazebo when you are first building your home as the builders are already there and the cost can be incorporated into the price of your new home. Once the structure is in place you do can develop your yard and landscaping around it. If you complete your garden and landscaping and then decide that you want a gazebo you may find that you will have to rip up a section of the yard that you really like. Also there is nothing worse than having to redo work that you have already completed and thought you were finished with.

Choices

There are a number of different choices that are on offer but before you do you should consider a few things. The first thing you need to consider is where you are going to position your gazebo in conjunction with what is it's purpose going to be. If you plan to use the gazebo as a dining area then it would be wise to keep the structure close enough to the house to be practical and efficient.

If you are able to view the gazebo from the living area this is a good start but make sure that it does not dominate the look.

To link your inside and outside activities is will be best to place the gazebo a little away from the house and blend it in with the garden and landscaping.

Place your gazebo near a pool and you will create a wonderful entertaining area especially in summer when you don't want to be inside a hot house. For a quiet retreat away from the rest of your house and all of the noise and commotion be sure to choose a tranquil, private spot.

Designing

If you are not sure exactly what you are after or do not like what you have seen then all is not lost! There are garden design computer programs that cost about $100 that can help you with any design issues that you may have. Whatever design you finally do come up with make sure that you find out from your local council if you will require approval to build this structure.

The first thing that you should consider when choosing a style is the scale of the structure in relation to your house and it's surroundings. Larger gazebos look at home with mature trees and in a large garden whilst smaller structures will better suit a smaller yard and it's smaller features.

Compliment

You should try to compliment your home with your gazebo as if the gazebo has a totally different look to your house it can look strange and spoil the affect. To compliment your house you should try to copy and repeat some of the elements from your homes architecture.

You could repeat decorative brackets or lattice work or perhaps duplicate roofing materials such as Colorbond. Another thing to consider is to match roof tiles with a shingle-roofed gazebo. When it comes to paint you should keep colour schemes consistent. Try to stick to the same paving or decking that you may already have or try to integrate the gazebo with the landscape by using natural timber finishes.

Traditional

Traditional styles of gazebos will tend to suit more formal gardens, while rustic styles will work best in a casual type of setting. Foundation planning with some perennials or shrubs will help to soften the gazebos lines. You can ensure that your gazebo is connected with the rest of your yard by linking it with a path or perhaps some stepping stones.

Additional Prices

Gazebos are available in kit form from large garden centres or specialist supply shops that are listed in your local area. They can be custom made to suit your particular needs and desires.

A custom made gazebo will cost from about $3500 (which will include installation) for a 2.5 metre diameter kit to about $10,000 for a much larger kit with more features.

If you are a bit of a handyperson you can get DIY kits that start at around $2,500.

Most gazebos are usually made from treated pine, but aluminium designs are also available if you want something a bit different.

Smart Tips

As with any major purchase be sure to shop around before you buy. If you are going to get someone to build a gazebo for you make sure that you obtain at least 3 quotes to help you make an informed decision.

If you are intending to build your own gazebo with a DIY kit or something similar you should be confident that you can do the job and as stated before have the correct tools. Any saving that are making by doing the work yourself will be cut into if you have to go and buy tools to help you do the job.

Ensure that any proposed structure that you intend to build meets with council approval as this can save you a lot of trouble in the future.

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