Small architectural forms on a suburban area help to hide from the heat and rain, organize a corner of relaxation in the bosom of nature. Arbors made of polycarbonate look openwork and weightless, but the design is reliable and solid. The material is translucent, it can be used to make a coating of various shapes and colors.

Types of gazebos made of polycarbonate

For the construction of a garden architectural structure, a metal or wooden frame is used and synthetic sheets are used to cover the top and wall cladding. Options for polycarbonate gazebos differ in several factors:

1. by type: open and closed;
2. in the form:

• rectangular;
• round;
• square;
• oval;
• polygonal;

Arbors made of metal and polycarbonate

A common approach to the manufacture of structures is the construction of an iron frame from a profile, followed by wall and roof sheathing. Metal gazebos for giving with polycarbonate are strong, not afraid of temperature changes and last a long time. The iron profile is coated with an anti-corrosion compound and then powder coated. The color of the frame is chosen so that the whole structure is in harmony with the overall appearance of the garden. The coating is used for decoration of roofs and wall cladding.

The material is simply cut with a knife, bends well. It has a honeycomb structure, thanks to which the rays of the sun are refracted and turned into soft, special lighting. A forged frame looks more advantageous, the openwork walls of which, in combination with a light translucent roof, look light and airy. Portable structures of an open type are convenient, they are easy to transport from one place in the garden to another. The seats in the design are wooden. If it is necessary to create a stationary room, a foundation is poured into which the frame is attached.

Wooden gazebo made of polycarbonate

Wood is relevant in the construction of load-bearing frames for such a structure. It turns out a cozy and warm gazebo, natural wood and polycarbonate, matched to the color of landscape design, look harmonious together. The advantages of using wood for the base are environmental friendliness, beauty, many design options, in winter the material does not cool down, and in summer it does not overheat. Previously, the tree is treated with an antiseptic to protect it from decay. Due to the high fire hazard of wood, it is not recommended to install a brazier in such a design.

When constructing the roof and walls of a gazebo made of polycarbonate, you need to take into account its small disadvantages. The material is gradually destroyed under the influence of sunlight. It is better to place such a structure in the shade of trees, use a product with a protective coating. The second drawback is low abrasive resistance, the coating is easily scratched, it is recommended to be careful when working with it.

Polycarbonate gazebo design

To create harmony in the garden, you need to decide on the appearance of the structure and the place of its installation. Closed polycarbonate gazebos will protect from wind and rain, open gazebos will allow you to enjoy the beauties of the garden. You can install them on the lawn in front of the building or make an extension to the house. The design of polycarbonate gazebos is different — there are models in the form of a barrel, a polygonal tent, or a decorative children’s carriage. In terms of size, the structures are in the form of a canopy for one bench or an overall structure for a large company. It all depends on the needs of the family and the wishes of the owners.

Polycarbonate dome gazebo

A small architectural structure should become a decoration of the garden. Country gazebos made of polycarbonate with a domed roof are a complex and attractive design. It is made in the form of a hemisphere. The height of the roof depends on the diameter of the dome, it must be calculated so that snow does not collect on it. To assemble the structure, bent rafters are used to create arches.

The arched structure is made as an open canopy with a semicircle at the top or in the form of a large dome with closed walls, similar in appearance to a space observatory. From a spherical roof, due to the flexibility of the material, it is possible to make a barrel model, in the form of a cylinder, the bases of which remain open for passage. The arches in it form both the walls and the roof at the same time.

Round gazebo made of polycarbonate

Small architectural forms on the site come in different configurations. A round gazebo for a summer residence made of polycarbonate is convenient for installation inside the garden. It can have a domed roof of arches or a hip roof with slopes in the form of ribbed triangles converging at the top at one point. The walls of the closed model are made in the form of a cylinder or a polygon; the structure can be supplemented with openings. Windows in the polycarbonate gazebo are installed along with the profile, which sets the shape of the frame. Additional lighting will fill the room with comfort. Curly holes look more impressive.

Summer rectangular gazebo made of polycarbonate

The designs of the traditional form are the most functional. A rectangular garden gazebo made of polycarbonate allows you to place several zones in it — a resting place, decorated with benches and a table, and a barbecue area. You can install it in any part of the garden or attach it to the house. Pergolas with a barbecue or a barbecue stove with a polycarbonate coating must have a foundation, a chimney, in order to comply with all fire safety measures. The structure is covered with a domed, gable or hip four-pitched roof.

Sliding gazebos made of polycarbonate

Modern developers offer convenient and comfortable systems for equipping walkways in small garden structures. Beautiful polycarbonate gazebos are equipped with sliding doors that allow you to hermetically close the room and make the most of its area. They are installed in the direction of one or more walls of the structure, allow you to partially open the room.

Doors are mounted on a special guide, located along a plane or in a circle, they move along this rail. This is a «coupe» variant of one or more doors. The shape of the canopies are straight, semicircular, oval or non-standard. The flexibility of the material allows you to create different doors depending on the contours of the building. They are lightweight, a wide range of colors, durable, safe and comfortable.

Arbors made of polycarbonate decorate the landscape and serve as a great place to relax. They are lightweight, transparent, not afraid of frost and heat, easy to assemble. The choice of models is huge — closed, open options, with a roof of various shapes and shades. You can make a freestanding structure or an elegant extension to the house, create an indoor summer kitchen, a place for a barbecue, cover a greenhouse or a swimming pool. An elegant garden design will be an excellent decoration of the local area, a useful architectural addition and a favorite place for a picnic in the fresh air.