Gazebos & Pergolas Heavy Duty

Add Shade to Your Space With a Heavy-Duty Gazebo

Think back to a time when you wished you had shade somewhere. Maybe you wanted to have a backyard cookout or you volunteered at an event. Gazebos provide structure and shade, and they're something to consider making any area welcoming. No matter what your reason for needing a gazebo is, eBay has many gazebos for sale, so you'll be sure to find one that meets your needs for a reasonable price.

A gazebo purchase is guaranteed to offer you the shade you need. However, there are a few things that you will want to consider making sure you're getting the right gazebo for you:

• Size - This might be the most important thing to consider. If you don't know what size you need, then you run a high risk of ordering one that won't meet your needs. Be sure to measure your space. Aside from the general footprint of the gazebo, you will want to make sure you are taking the gazebo clearance into account. Patio gazebo clearance will need to be slightly more if you are stepping off or up a step from the house into the gazebo, for example. Hardtop gazebo clearance should also be greater than that of fabric so that no one bumps their heads.
• Materials - Gazebo frames are usually made of wood, plastic or metal. The covers will vary based on if you are buying a fabric or hardtop. Each material has its own benefits, but when choosing a gazebo, remember to take the environment into account. Where metal is sturdy, wood retains heat less in those hot Arizona summers; residents of rainy Washington might opt for plastic, though, so the wood doesn't expand. Ultimately, your material choice is more than aesthetic.
• Installation - You'll want to consider if it will be a permanent fixture or it will need to be easily taken apart for storage. If it is going to be a permanent fixture, then a hardtop should be considered.

Most gazebos include either a full privacy screen or mosquito netting, and some even come with both. Weatherproofing is another feature that is common. If you are buying a hardtop, then it is likely to withstand heavy weight, such as accumulated snow on the top. The majority of gazebos will be rust-resistant to some degree, and if you purchase a soft top you may see a water resistance feature listed to shield you from rainy days.

You'll want to be sure that the structure is sound and that the top hasn't been damaged if you are looking at a used hardtop gazebo for sale. Soft tops and screens can easily be replaced if the price is right and you like the rest of the structure.