A beautiful large gazebo is not just an addition and decoration of the landscape, but also a place where you can relax, hide from the rain and just spend time surrounded by nature. Quite popular are the buildings with a hip roof (four-pitched). They are more aesthetic, in addition, it is a good option for rectangular designs. In this article, you will learn the features and step-by-step construction of a hip-roofed gazebo.
Choosing a place and material
For the construction of any building requires a lot of space, also make sure that there are no plants with powerful and fast-growing roots near the arbor, they can damage the foundation. When you have prepared the site, you can proceed with the selection of material and tools.
You will need: level, tape measure, marker, cord, plumb line, shovel, concrete mixer, hacksaw, nails, self-tapping screws, anchors, metal corners, screwdriver, hammer, electric drill, cement, gravel, sand, timber, plywood, wood filler, plastic film , materials for the construction of the rafter system, slate, tile or metal sheets for roofing.
The amount of material is calculated based on the size and type of arbor.
Important! If you increase the overhang of the hip roof, then the heat from the building will come out more slowly. This is important when the street starts to get cold, and in the gazebo is a heater.
Preparing a drawing with dimensions
Each construction begins with a drawing, in which the dimensions and location of each element must be indicated. It is best to entrust the preparation of the project to professionals, since the correct calculations will help to build a strong and reliable structure that will last for many years.
The drawing is carried out taking into account some nuances:
- rafter system weight;
- weight of roofing materials;
- precipitation in the area;
- weight of the device that will be on the roof.
Did you know? Taozhanting Park in Beijing, famous for its garden of famous arbors. There are 36 buildings in it, 10 of which are copies of the famous pavilions of China.
The strength of the building is done with a small margin, for example, so that the roof can withstand the weight of the person who will clean it. Next, you need to determine the slope of the ramps. It is necessary to take into account the climate. If strong winds prevail in this region, it is better not to do a high roof. Designs with gentle slopes treated with polycarbonate are suitable for such an area. In order for the arbor to withstand a large amount of rainfall, the roof needs to be made high, and for the covering, choose a metal tile.
Step-by-step construction
Once everything is ready, you can begin the installation. First you need to remove all rubbish from the site and make markup. The topsoil is removed and leveled. The whole tree must be treated with a refractory to avoid fire.
Digging a foundation pit and laying a foundation
Under the entire area of the future construction, it is necessary to dig a pit. To maintain the stove, you can put debris from the site. The depth of the pit should be approximately 40 cm, where 35 cm of bedding. And fill the remaining place with concrete. Do not forget that it should protrude beyond the pit by 15 cm. A formwork needs to be made around the perimeter of the future monolith. From the edged board, make rectangular identical cells. When the concrete hardens, leave the boards as fillers for the joints.
Installation of the supporting racks of the frame
You will need a beam, 10 pieces will be enough for the whole building. It must be trimmed and sanded.
Installation of racks must be carried out in the following order:
- trim the beam, remove 5 cm from each side;
- mark the corner posts based on the length from edge to edge of the rack;
- fix the beam with the base with a galvanized corner;
- put spacers on each beam;
- mark the location of the intermediate supports;
- put support.
Mounting the roof frame
In order for snow and rain not to interfere with the gazebo, it is best to make a four-pitched roof. To work more conveniently, lay the flooring on the trim board of the support posts. To make a skate, buy a 150 × 50 mm board. Tilt is best done at about 35 °. Make a drawing first.
Important! Wood to create a framework must be treated with a special antiseptic, so that the tree does not collapse due to disease.
Fix the trimmed board on wooden poles with self-tapping screws. From the edge of the ridge, put 4 rafters on the strapping board of the support posts, their length should be below this board. Remove unnecessary rafter parts with a circular.
Sheathing of roof rafters
First, decide on the material for the roof sheathing. It is better to choose multilayer sheets of wood chips. Attach them to the rafters with screws. It is necessary to start the casing from the bottom corner, horizontally. Fix the edges on the rafters. Proceed further along the same lines.
Did you know? The most popular styles for design are minimalism, industrial and provence.
Roofing roof
You can choose any material for the roof, based on many factors. Many people use shingles, because it is not only practical, but also has a beautiful appearance. It is attached in turn to each slope, from bottom to top. Do not forget that you need to do this smoothly and accurately. Fix the edges of the tile with a cornice strip. After finishing work, close the hip ribs with bitumen skates.
Sheathing and decoration of the gazebo
The last stage for the construction of the gazebo is decoration. And it is also important, since the appearance of the building will depend on this.
For internal and external cladding, several materials can be distinguished:
- Siding - used for wall cladding.
- Wood - Suitable for all types of finishes, a great option for the floor, also make different patterns and statues from it.
- A rock - A good option for walls, pillars, ceiling.
- Tile - she is chosen for the floor.
The decor of the gazebo is a flight of your imagination. But it is desirable to adhere to one style so that both the external and internal appearance are in harmony with each other. Weaving plants such as grapes, ivy or roses can be used. Thus make the building more romantic and mysterious. Place cozy furniture and complement the decor with various objects. It can be bright pillows, rugs, curtains. And also provide good lighting to enjoy the pleasant weather in the dark.
The hip roof for the gazebo is a simple option to protect the structure from natural phenomena. If you follow all the instructions, to build a reliable and sturdy construction is not difficult. And after hard work, you can spend time with your loved ones in comfort.