Best gazebo specialists in Southdowns Irene Country Farm, Gauteng

Traditional gazebos provide mystique and unique features in gardens and parks

The first thing we need to do when discussing gazebos is to differentiate between gazebos and pergolas. People often become confused when trying to decide what the real difference is between a gazebo and a pergola, and it is not really hard to understand why there is some element of confusion. In simple terms, gazebos tended, traditionally, to be more robustly constructed as they were meant to be more permanent structures, some of which could stand for decades. They were often extremely decorative in appearance, and all had solid pitched roofs which could provide shelter against both sun and rain. The shape of gazebos may follow different designs, including octagonal or turret-shapes with additional decorative mouldings which act as an ornamental feature. Traditional gazebos always have a solid roof made of normal roofing materials such as tiles or shingles. They are generally open on all sides, although they may have a low surrounding wall with a height of about one-quarter or one-third from the base to the start of the roof. In such cases, the gazebo could justifiably be considered more of a permanent structure than a temporary one. Gazebos were often built in parks, gardens or public areas where they could even be used as bandstands on special occasions. A pergola, on the other hand, is a far more open structure made of wood, brick or metal with widely spaced “roofing” poles which are usually used for the support of vines or climbing plants. They are not intended to provide solid shelter from rain or sun.

Modern gazebos are more versatile and portable

Modern gazebos have become far more versatile than their predecessors. They can be erected as free-standing structures or attached to an existing wall.  

They are now more tent-like fixed or pop-up structures made from poles with roofs made from tensioned fabric. They are often used for specific gatherings such as parties, weddings, etc., and may be easily removed after the event. Restaurants may also employ these lightweight gazebos in order to increase their seating space, and they can also be found at open markets where they provide much-needed shelter from extreme sun or rain. They are often featured at music festivals overseas and their sizes vary according to requirements. A useful feature of modern gazebos is vertical screens which may be raised or lowered to give some protection from flying insects, especially at night.

How do I find the right gazebo specialist?

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Modern gazebos are no longer reserved only for large properties where they are constructed as permanent additional seating areas in the grounds or gardens. They are popular because they are easily transported, easily and safely erected by gazebo specialists, and can be removed when they are no longer needed.  At the same time, they are strong and durable enough to withstand months of various types of weather without problems. They can be sourced extremely easily by looking for adverts in House and Home magazines, architectural publications, general interest magazines, newspapers, and the Yellow Pages, or through attending Home Expos. If you prefer, you can use online searches or use search sites such as Uptasker, which is particularly useful and time-saving as it lists in geographical locations, making it easy to find the right specialists closest to you. This site also provides extremely useful online ratings and customer reviews, as well as one-click links to websites, where available.