| Pop Up Gazebos are a relatively new addition to the | | | | before purchasing your pop up gazebo, such as: |
| UK garden furniture market but are quickly | | | | Colour - which colour will suit you best? Green is a |
| establishing themselves as a "must have" item for | | | | great, subtle choice if you are to use your gazebo in |
| the summer months. Not only are they becoming a | | | | your garden. However, if you are looking to make |
| firm favourite in gardens across the country but they | | | | more of an impact they why not consider buying in |
| are also popular for organisations and associations | | | | red or blue? And do you prefer plain colour or |
| when hosting outdoor events such as summer galas | | | | stripes? Striped fabric can make a great eye catching |
| and festivals. | | | | statement. |
| So what exactly is a "Pop Up" Gazebo? | | | | Frame material - pop up gazebos are available in a |
| A traditional gazebo is usually square in shape and has | | | | variety of metals, the most common being painted or |
| four poles that form the legs. The roof then ties the | | | | galvanised steel or aluminium. Both have their |
| structure together. Like some old fashioned tents, | | | | advantages and disadvantages and you need to |
| traditional gazebos can be difficult and time | | | | understand them before choosing. The steel framed |
| consuming to erect. Cheaper models also suffered | | | | models are heavier than their aluminium counterparts |
| from stability problems caused by the lightweight | | | | and therefore make more sturdy, heavy duty |
| steel frame. | | | | structures. However, steel can rust if scratched and |
| Manufacturers have recognised the problems faced | | | | if you are leaving your gazebo outside for a period |
| by the consumer and sought to rectify them by | | | | of time then you need to bear this in mind. Aluminium |
| designing a gazebo that could be erected simply and | | | | gazebos will remain rust free, and their lightweight is |
| in an instant. With some clever engineering using a | | | | an advantage if you plan to carry your gazebo from |
| simple concertina method the "Pop Up" gazebo was | | | | place to place. |
| born. Unlike traditional gazebos, where the frame is | | | | Fabric - It is worth noting that many pop up gazebos |
| supplied in several pieces, a pop up gazebo is supplied | | | | are supplied with a polyester roof. Polyester is not a |
| as a complete unit and when folded down can be | | | | waterproof fabric so you should be aware that it |
| incredibly compact. Two people who simply stretch | | | | would provide you with a very limited amount of |
| the gazebo open from each corner can assemble the | | | | shelter from rain. Look for a gazebo that is supplied |
| structure. The concertina roof structure generally | | | | with a treated polyester roof. A simple (and invisible) |
| opens with minimal fuss and effort and within a | | | | coating can provide the fabric with a certain amount |
| matter of minutes you have a stable shelter that can | | | | of water resistance making the gazebo much more |
| be secured to the ground with additional guide ropes. | | | | practical in the UK climate. |
| Choosing the right Pop Up Gazebo | | | | Once you have decided upon the best type of pop |
| Of course with all products there is now a wide | | | | up gazebo for your needs you are ready to order |
| choice of pop up gazebos available on the UK market | | | | and are virtually guaranteed an enhanced outdoor |
| and it is always best to do a little research prior to | | | | experience thanks to this clever product! |
| buying. There are a few things you should consider | | | | |