Many will agree that the most delicious food is prepared in the fresh air, and the best recreation is in nature! It's nice to celebrate the holidays in an unfamiliar atmosphere. Gazebos are especially popular on warm days and weekends. In many parks, at recreation centers and near water bodies, you can find a convenient structure with a barbecue, a fireplace and all the amenities for a spiritual rest from the bustle of the city in a non-standard setting for a city dweller.
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Modern summer cottages are equipped recreation areas with a swimming pool, landscaping and a comfortable outdoor dining area. Have you ever thought about the fact that having a country house, you can easily acquire a wonderful gazebo for gatherings with a warm fireplace? The idea to build a gazebo with your own hands along with a chic hearth will be an excellent solution for your property.
Why is there a gazebo with a fireplace, and not with an ordinary barbecue? It all depends on your desire and capabilities. Owning a small area, it is better to choose a grill and barbecue. On a large territory, a fireplace structure will look more advantageous.
Advantages and disadvantages
Let's analyze the pros and cons of the fireplace stove in the gazebo
pros
- durable;
- reliable;
- decorates the gazebo and the site as a whole;
- convenience in cooking;
- variety of functions (oven, smokehouse, barbecue, heating);
- preparation of complete meals regardless of the availability of electricity.
Minuses:
- not transportable;
- high price;
- requires construction skills;
- time-consuming;
- a large amount of wood fuel is needed;
- smokes a lot.
Having considered all the pros and cons, we can conclude that the fireplace is perfect for owners of a fairly large plot, lovers of barbecues and gatherings in nature at any time of the year in the most comfortable conditions, who have basic skills in construction and who are eager to create a cozy place for themselves and loved ones.
Varieties
Outdoor gazebos are of three types. After reviewing them, you will definitely decide which one is right for you.
The first type is an open or summer gazebo. Suitable for those who are chosen to the dacha only during the period of planting and harvesting, and who are allowed by the weather conditions. The simplest construction to build. The fireplace can be installed both inside the gazebo and outside.
The second type is a partially enclosed gazebo. Perfect for those who have a windy area, frequent precipitation. Glass walls of the structure will become an unusual solution - you can also enjoy beautiful views of nature and escape the vagaries of the weather. The option of a suspended ceiling with sides partially covered with fabric will save you from the sun and precipitation, moreover, it will come out very inexpensive.
And the last type is a capital closed gazebo. It is great for barbecuing in it both in winter and in summer and in any weather. You will close yourself from annoying neighbors, bad weather and cold weather. The stove will easily heat up the room, free you from the shackles of outerwear and allow you to have a good rest even in the coldest winter. Such a gazebo will require thorough preparation and considerable cash costs.
Seat selection
A comfortable stay will provide a competent approach to choosing a place. If you are going to build a fireplace - make sure that the neighbors will not drown in smoke, there will be no playground, greenhouses and flammable objects nearby.
We decide where the fireplace base will be located - inside or outside the gazebo. It is possible to make a fireplace stove combined with a bath or a terrace.Such a construction solution will combine a pleasant holiday with useful savings in heating the buildings.
An excellent option would be the center of the lawn - the gazebo will be as far away from all neighbors as possible and will become a kind of "decorated herringbone" of your site.
Winter gazebo construction plan
Before starting work, it is imperative to develop a project. It takes into account the size of the gazebo, the location of the fireplace and its area, materials of manufacture. The foundation must withstand a weighty hearth. An interesting solution would be a fireplace stove in the middle of the main structure.
Think about what functions the fireplace building will be endowed with:
- bake;
- B-B-Q;
- barbecue;
- grill;
- oven;
- smokehouse.
If you want everything at once, then think about how it will all be located. For convenience, the grill, barbecue and barbecue are located at a height of 65 to 80 cm. The oven is located 12-15 cm below the grill. Provide space for cooking appliances and necessary kitchen utensils.
Materials and tools
To carry out the work, check the presence of the following tools: tape measure, sieve for sifting sand, trowel, shovel and level. For construction, you will also need: sand, cement, clay, boards for scaffolding and formwork. Purchase materials for external finishing depending on your design decisions, climate characteristics and budget.
The fireplace is built from refractory and facing bricks. It is preferable that the composition of the material is high in clay to withstand high temperatures and reduce the possibility of glow cracking.
For construction, you will also need: sand, gravel, crushed stone, cement, high-quality clay, water, boards for scaffolding and formwork.
The materials for the gazebo can be: brick, wood, plastic and metal.
Each material has its own advantages and disadvantages.
A brick gazebo is a reliable durable structure. With a brick laying technique, it is easier to construct any design idea. This material will get along well with a fireplace. Be sure to take into account the fact that the brick structure will turn out to be heavy - it will require a large foundation. And the foundation, as a rule, eats up a significant part of the budget.
A wooden gazebo is a more economical option, because the final design will come out many times easier, which means the foundation is smaller. But there will be much more worries with wooden gazebos. For example, when building a closed gazebo from a rounded log, you will need to hire a construction team, which will bring additional costs. But this will not be a hindrance to those who dreamed of a beautiful gazebo made of wood on their site.
Frame
The skeleton is the skeleton of a building. The strength of the base depends on the material with which it will be covered. A large gazebo requires a solid, solid foundation. With a small gazebo, there will be much less worries, but its reliability will be less.
Brick and wood are durable and comfortable materials. They are perfect for the construction of a partly open, partly closed and closed gazebo with a fireplace.
Plastic and metal are more economical and easier to use materials. Corrosion-resistant and resistant to weather changes. It is better to make gazebos from such materials open or partially closed. In this option, portable hearths are more suitable. But, with a strong desire, you can build a fireplace.
Step-by-step instruction
- Foundation. We begin construction of a structure, as a rule, from the foundation. First, we mark the place in accordance with the size of the gazebo and start digging a pit 25-45 cm deep. Then we tamp the crushed stone with gravel, pour water on top. After that, we install the formwork, fill in the concrete solution and wait a couple of days for everything to dry.
- Fireplace construction. It was the turn of the brickwork of the hearth. The durability of the oven depends on a properly prepared solution and correctly executed masonry.It is recommended to use a solution of clay with the addition of cement. Adhere to the construction plan, follow safety precautions and expert recommendations. Do not forget to control the process by level.
- Frame construction. We build the skeleton of the gazebo from the selected material. Pay special attention to this part of the construction, because a lot depends on it. If you make the base not quite right, the building may bend or even collapse.
- Erection of walls and roofs. At this stage of construction, it is important to properly dock the roof to the chimney. Wait for the soil to settle near the brick building and the logs near the wooden building before inserting windows and doors.
- Internal and external decoration. The wooden base is quite self-sufficient. If desired and possible, you can additionally cover it with protective solutions. A brick gazebo can be trimmed with siding. In a closed gazebo, windows and doors are usually installed.
- Internal arrangement. At one of the final stages, take care of equipping the gazebo with everything you need: a table, chairs, a barbecue grill, appliances, appliances, kitchen utensils, fireplace accessories, etc. After the construction of such a labor-intensive building, take care of decent comfortable interior equipment. Remember about the washbasin - it is more comfortable so that it is near the place of butchering and cooking.
Decor for a gazebo and fireplace
Now the most pleasant final stage has come. You can think about external decor: landscape design, a fountain, plants on the gazebo itself and around, plant beds with greenery within walking distance. The textured street lamps placed around the perimeter will perfectly illuminate the gazebo at night. Here your imagination is limitless.
Inside, pay special attention to the fireplace. A beautifully folded woodpile, a poker, a butchering table will complement the interior picturesquely. Various fur covers for chairs, stylish lamps, exquisite candlesticks and other decorative items will add extra coziness to the gazebo.
The erection of such a complex structure as a gazebo with a fireplace requires enormous labor, financial and time costs. Thorough preparation and a competent approach will help you cope with this difficult task. If you are not confident in your abilities, then it is better to leave the case to professionals. And those who are eager to erect these magnificent structures on their own - feel free to start, everything will definitely work out!