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A wooden gazebo is a charming freestanding shelter that adds interest and convenience to any garden. It is usually open on all sides with a round or octagonal shape. There are many different styles and embellishments to make it an attractive ornamental focus for your garden. Some have hand railings and balusters to enclose the area. it offers shade and makes a comfortable seating area for just enjoying nature or having an al fresco meal.If your garden has a beautiful view, a wooden gazebo will not only enhance the view but give you a place to sit and enjoy it. Even if there is no view from your garden a gazebo gives you a place to enjoy the natural features of your own garden. It can be simple pillars with a roof and floor with a rustic look or be very ornate with decorative lattice or carvings on the edges or pillars. Built-in benches are another possible feature, and with weather-resistant cushions they can be very comfortable.A wooden gazebo in your garden will add another dimension to entertaining. You can open your home and make the most of the outdoors by extending the area for your guests. The gazebo adds beauty as well as covered space for guests to enjoy the evening. They add a romantic touch to wedding parties and photographs, and make a special atmosphere for a child's birthday party. They are a perfect place for a private tea party.Wood is by far the most popular material for garden gazebos. Cedar is the most often used, but any treated wood can be stained and varnished to look beautiful. Wood may be a little more expensive than other materials, but it will last for years. If you plan to do-it-yourself make sure you start with the proper foundation of stone, wood or concrete, depending on the soil where it will be placed. If the foundation is not right, the gazebo will shift with the natural changes in the soil and either tilt or fall over.There are kits for making wooden gazebos that greatly reduce the cost and can be a fun summer project. One advantage to a kit is that each piece is pre-cut to the correct measurement. It may still be a challenge to build, but you will not have to worry about the plan or materials. A kit is a good way to make the most of your garden with a luxury item without paying luxury prices.A wooden gazebo in your garden will enhance the value of your home. With a table and chairs it can extend your living space like another room for meals, reading, listening to music and conversation. It provides a focal point, depth and definition to any style of landscaping.
