Rest is the best opportunity to fully recover after a working week. Glazed gazebos allow you to invite a group of acquaintances and friends. Drinking tea while having a pleasant conversation is a wonderful pastime when you don’t have to rush anywhere. A structure with a barbecue will help you feed your guests delicious barbecue and other dishes. A practical owner must think about putting a building structure on the ground that would be convenient to use.
Ready-made project of a glazed gazebo
Whatever the design of the gazebo, the use of transparent glass does not make it bulky.
Glazed gazebos for summer cottages: features
Advantages
glazed gazebos for summer cottages:
- variability of forms and models;
- The glass structure will fit into any architecture of the site;
- appearance not devoid of grace;
- warm and comfortable without additional thermal insulation.
Flaws:
- requires glass maintenance;
- the structure is susceptible to damage: repairs are not cheap or quick;
- construction is not cheap.
Glazing and installation, despite the seeming difficulties, is within the capabilities of a beginner. There are two approaches to glazing: by method and by material .
Let's look at both options and look at the correct installation methods.
conclusions
The dacha version of a glazed, closed gazebo is rightfully considered one of the most popular garden outbuildings in the country. Of course, you can order a project from professionals, and entrust the construction to specialists. But it is much more interesting and enjoyable to do such work yourself.
To do this, you need to choose one of the options that you like the most, decide on the shape, size and materials. Then make a drawing and start construction. The recommendations you received in the article will help you bring your planned project to life.
Classification by glazing method
Before installing the structure, decide on the method of glazing it. There are many options for glazing a summerhouse gazebo, each with its own characteristics. The material covers the following:
- frameless;
- soft;
- cold;
- façade;
- with sliding walls.
Frameless glazing of gazebos
Attractive from a design point of view, it is used both for verandas and gazebos with panoramic glazing. The glass follows the contours of the facade - the windows are large, which allows you to enjoy incredible panoramic views. Among the disadvantages, we note the unreliability of glass - it is easy to break it, but replacing it with a new one is troublesome and expensive, especially if you do frameless glazing of the gazebo yourself.
To put the method into practice, use a special material - triplex, which is connected to each other using mounting brackets.
It is advisable to use tempered glass rather than ordinary glass - the likelihood of a durable structure will increase. The peculiarity lies in the fact that if damaged, the likelihood of injury is low, since the glass crumbles into round granules, and not into pointed fragments.
Main purpose of glazing
So, how to protect the gazebo from bad weather in summer or winter? When choosing the type of glazing, you need to take into account that such structures should:
- reliably protect the internal space of the building from adverse weather factors;
- be mobile (easy to open and close);
- be sufficiently strong and durable;
- have an aesthetic appearance
Look how beautiful and practical outdoor “houses” with glazed windows of different types can be:
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Glazing options by material
Prices for materials vary; the cost of construction depends on your choice: polycarbonate or aluminum.
Double-glazed windows: -single and double-chamber
Warm glazing option. Installing double-glazed windows is an expensive task and difficult to do it yourself. Gazebos with double-glazed windows provide excellent sealing and sound insulation of the room. If you place an IR heater in the room, you will be able to stay in the house in winter.
Double-glazed windows can be single-chamber or double-chamber. The chamber is a cavity between the glasses, filled with neutral gas, which prevents heat loss. Gazebos made of fiberglass can be equipped with special double-glazed windows, the gas in which reacts to sunlight. This provides protection from the sun's rays, but expect that such products are not cheap.
Glazing the gazebo with polycarbonate
Polycarbonate has its advantages:
- high impact resistance: the material is several hundred times stronger than glass;
- when installing lightweight panels, no solid supporting structures are required;
- resistance to low and high temperatures;
- strength: depends on the thickness of the sheet;
- versatility of use: suitable for the construction of walls and roofing.
Among the disadvantages , we note the sonority of the material: if you sit in a building during the rain, the sound of the drops will at some point begin to tire. Polycarbonate structures are a warm type of glazing (they are also used in winter), but in summer it will be hot inside if the roof is transparent. We recommend cutting small windows in the roof to ventilate the room if desired.
Construction materials
As for building materials, their choice depends on the purpose of the gazebo. If food is prepared here over an open fire, the walls must withstand temperature changes and high humidity. In this situation, the optimal solution would be a wooden gazebo, because wood has good durability and strength. In addition, when the surface is properly treated with impregnations and fire-fighting mixtures, it becomes invulnerable to external factors.
No less attractive options are the construction of a gazebo made of stone (natural or artificial) and brick. The stove can be made of the same material, and the gazebo will serve for decades, delighting you with its attractive appearance. The only drawback of such a structure is the high cost of construction. A more interesting option is a combination of several building materials with correctly placed accents. A glazed gazebo is the best solution, since panoramic glazing will hide you from the rain, but will allow you to enjoy the scenery.
Glass gazebo with barbecue
You can cook food in any open glass gazebo with barbecue, observing fire safety rules. If the structure is a closed type without a chimney, it is contraindicated to install a barbecue due to the appearance of soot - the walls will turn black over time, there is little beauty in this.
The chimney pipe is placed on the side opposite to the direction of the prevailing winds. If you draw a compass rose, place the pipe on the side of the shortest petals of the rose.
Don’t forget about basic fire safety rules: install glass gazebos with barbecues and barbecues not too far from the house, near water sources. Polycarbonate, despite its heat resistance, is subject to combustion (it burns with the consistency of plastic). How to build a barbecue with your own hands with a chimney step by step with photos, see our other articles.
Types of gazebos
When designing and constructing a gazebo, it is important to consider whether it will be summer or year-round. An open gazebo is designed for relaxation in the warm season; it is decorated with openwork structures and a canopy, under which you can hide from precipitation. A semi-open gazebo requires the presence of 2-3 walls, but a closed structure looks like a small house, where the stove will delight you with delicious food in the summer and its warmth on cold evenings.
As for the shape of the gazebo, it can also be varied depending on the size of the site, the surrounding landscaping and the preferences of the homeowner. The classic version is a rectangular structure, divided into two zones: a place for cooking and a dining area or a place to relax. A square gazebo is a small structure, but a round structure is an elegant option that can be supplemented with flower beds and trees. The furniture in such a gazebo should also have a round shape.
An equally popular solution is the construction of a hexagonal or octagonal gazebo. If there is only one free corner for the structure on the far side of the site, then you can place a corner gazebo there, hiding it behind climbing plants, for example, wild grapes.
As for the dimensions of the structure, the minimum height of the gazebo should be two meters. In this case, the usable area should be at least 4 square meters, and it should be taken into account that at least two square meters should be allocated for one vacationer in the gazebo. In general, the size of the gazebo depends on the financial capabilities of the owner of the site and the size of the territory.
What type of glazing suits you: warm or cold?
First, let's figure out what the difference is.
Cold option.
Allows you to use the building while it is warm outside - from mid-spring to mid-autumn. It will be 5 degrees higher inside than outside. You can glaze a “cold” gazebo in the country using a thin aluminum frame or frameless method. These are the most affordable options; they are usually chosen by those who do not travel out of town in winter.
Warm gazebo.
Allows you to maintain an acceptable temperature during the cold season. It does not allow drafts to pass through; if you have a heating device, it can be used in winter. Suitable for this purpose:
- PVC double glazed window;
- high-quality premium wooden windows (ordinary ones do not completely seal the gazebo);
- glazing on an aluminum profile of sufficient thickness.
Sheet acrylic glass
In other words, it is plexiglass, which is a transparent material consisting of thermoplastic resin . Transparent sheets can be different, both light-diffusing and light-transmitting. There are two types of plexiglass for gazebos: extruded and cast.
Both options have excellent characteristics, which include:
- easy processing due to high plasticity;
- increased impact resistance;
- wide range of colors;
- standard dimensions: 2030×2050 mm;
- thickness varies from 2 to 200 mm;
- light transmission is 93%;
- a light weight;
- high resistance to adverse weather conditions;
- resistance to high humidity and bacterial growth;
- environmental material;
- recycling is possible;
- guarantee up to 30 years.
Note. Differences exist in the molecular structure: in cast glass the molecular weight is up to 3,000,000, and in extruded glass up to 150,000. For this reason, the cast material is resistant to cracks and lends itself well to engraving and laser cutting.
Plexiglas gazebos are durable and pleasant to be in.
Photo gallery
In our gallery you will find options for glazing terraces and verandas, differing in materials, design, and shapes.
The veranda expands the living space of the house, and an excellent outlook brings you closer to nature, creating a cozy homely atmosphere.
Step by step instructions
Glazing is usually done on ready-made open gazebos. The simplest solutions can be done with your own hands; more expensive ones will have to be ordered and the work entrusted to an experienced craftsman.
When performing independent work, follow safety regulations.
Let's look at the most popular glazing projects.
Old windows
The most budget-friendly option is to use old window frames, as long as they are enough for the entire gazebo. In this case, you will also need to work:
- fasteners - it is better to use modern self-tapping screws and perforated corners with stiffeners;
- paint – for decorative processing of old wooden frames.
You can use old window frames.
For safety, it is better to remove the glass; empty frames are installed inside the finished frame of the gazebo. Sometimes it is first sheathed with boards, leaving openings of the required size. The frames are attached to the upper and lower frames. If voids remain (rectangular frames come in different sizes), the unfilled space is covered with boards or plywood. The entire structure needs to be reinforced with jumpers.
It is advisable to fasten old frames with perforated plates. They may not adjoin each other tightly; the cracks must be sealed with polyurethane foam, then covered with slats.
When the gazebo is completely covered, all wooden surfaces are painted to improve the appearance.
After the paint has dried, the glass is placed on silicone and installed, securing it in place with new glazing beads.
Soft windows
The material used is the previously described PVC films. This coating lasts about 10 years, light transmittance is 90%. Even doors can be made flexible with a zipper.
The configuration of the windows should be ordered in advance - you need to know the exact dimensions of your gazebo, so it would be better to invite a measuring specialist. You can do the installation yourself:
- There are special metal parts for mounting on the canvases. They need to be inserted into the eyes and secured with straps.
- The eyelets themselves are attached to the upper and lower trim of the gazebo. Fix with dowels or self-tapping screws.
- Soft windows are attached to the finished eyes.
Polycrabonate
It is advisable to choose monolithic plastic with a thickness of 3–4 mm or cellular. As we have already mentioned, it is better to choose the color of the material white so that the room does not become too hot in clear sunny weather.
The sheets are attached to the finished frame of the building. It is best to use a special profile as a frame, for example, aluminum, into the grooves of which polycarbonate panels will be inserted. The required quantity of profile is ordered, measurements are taken in linear meters in relation to a specific gazebo.
If the gazebo is made of wooden beams, the sheets can be attached directly to the tree using self-tapping screws with rubber seals. If cellular polycarbonate was used for cladding, the ends of the sheets will have to be additionally covered with special tapes, otherwise moisture and debris will penetrate into the internal voids.
Aluminum frames
To increase comfort, it would be better to combine the positive aspects of open and closed gazebos. For this purpose, the glazing is made sliding like an accordion. In winter, a tightly closed gazebo retains heat, but in summer, all moving parts are folded together, maximizing the interior space.
Not only windows, but also doors and even the entire wall panel can be made sliding; aluminum is excellent for this purpose. The dimensions of all parts are carefully calculated, so it is better to invite a master measurer. It is recommended to order roller versions (like wardrobe doors).
It is better to entrust the installation of all glazing to specialists; experience is required here.
PVC
Ordering and installation in this case is similar to aluminum glazing:
- Accurate measurements are taken of the openings in the gazebo, taking into account small gaps for polyurethane foam;
- profiles with double-glazed windows are ordered from a company that is trustworthy;
- The order is delivered at the right time, then experienced specialists install the windows and doors in their places.
PVC profile glazing is an expensive, but also the most reliable option. Theoretically, you can simply build a gazebo from such material from scratch - walls are built from ready-made PVC forms on a pre-prepared site, all that remains is to form the floor and cover the gazebo with a roof.
How to ensure the safety of a glass gazebo
As you know, safety is the main thing. Therefore, the gazebo should be designed in such a way that the risk of injury or fire is minimized.
If we talk about glass, then tempered glass will be the safest, because it breaks less, but most importantly, it can withstand heat. Such frame steeling is subjected to heat treatment: first it is heated to 500° and then cooled. The resulting tempered glass can be installed in a gazebo intended for grilling or barbecuing. When using such material, measurements must be taken as accurately as possible, because under no circumstances should you cut or drill it.
For glazed gazebos it is best to use tempered glass Source tunwma.com
Now about fire safety. The best materials in this regard are brick and metal because they do not burn. But if you still settle on a tree, then you will have to cover it with fire retardants, because there is supposed to be an open fire inside.
Sliding aluminum
Aluminum profile blocks are mainly used for cold-type glazing. For gazebos, this option is also relevant, since aluminum frames are relatively light in weight, aesthetically attractive and provide excellent protection from adverse environmental influences. In addition to windows, full doors can also be made from aluminum, which will make the gazebo even more convenient to use.
Actually, cold profile systems are hollow aluminum bars divided into several chambers. Since we are talking about a cold type of glazing (warm glazing in gazebos is ineffective due to large heat losses through the walls and roof), there are usually no more than three insulated chambers and there is no thermal bridge. Single-layer glass 4 mm thick is installed as a translucent filling.
Aluminum blocks are much better in terms of heat retention than even the highest quality soft counterparts.
In terms of tightness, they are comparable to traditional PVC structures, but surpass them in strength, durability and appearance. The method of opening window sashes and doors can be either sliding or hinged. The first option is much more convenient and saves free space, so it is more preferable for gazebos.
How can you close the gazebo openings?
There are alternative methods for glazing countryside street houses. In addition to Euro-windows, polycarbonate double-glazed windows or roller shutters, as well as PVC film and stained glass windows can be used for this purpose.
Using soft glass
The method of glazing using PVC films is currently becoming increasingly popular.
PVC curtains are an excellent way to protect the gazebo from rain and wind
Such soft windows for gazebos cost much less than glass ones. They perform their main functions very well. Buildings “glazed” in this way also look simply wonderful. The film is attached to the gazebo posts through special plastic oval eyelets on rotating brackets.
Gazebo with barbecue. Photo of a structure protected by soft polycarbonate windows
Buy soft PVC curtains made from film with a density of at least 630 g/m2. Flexible “glasses” made from less durable materials are unlikely to last long.
The only disadvantage of using flexible windows for a gazebo is the need to handle them carefully. PVC film is not very resistant to punctures and cuts.
PVC film - the material is not very resistant to mechanical damage
Polycarbonate double glazed windows
This material is more expensive than soft glass. For gazebos, however, it is very well suited, since the main disadvantage of the latter - instability to mechanical damage - is absent. Windows made from it will, of course, last longer.
Outdoor building with barbecue, glazed with polycarbonate
Today on sale you can find inexpensive and very easy-to-install transparent, ready-made polycarbonate double-glazed windows. It’s certainly worth thinking about using them to protect the interior space of a summerhouse.
Roller shutters
A rather interesting type of polycarbonate “glazing” is transparent roller shutters. They are also very suitable for a gazebo. These roller blinds consist of individual translucent slats.
Polycarbonate roller shutters are an excellent option for a gazebo
Stained glass
You can simply make a luxurious gazebo using stained glass windows with an aluminum profile. They are installed and operated in exactly the same way as conventional double-glazed windows. But stained glass windows, of course, are more expensive.
Gazebos with stained glass windows can actually look very impressive
As you can see, there are many types of glazing for gazebos. Choose any one, and you will make your time in this outdoor “house” as pleasant as possible, not only on sunny days, but also in bad weather.
Triple glazing PVC (Eurowindow): reliable and warm, like in the house
This is a solution that will last for many years, if not decades. As a profile, you can take PVC of any shade, not necessarily white. The tone is selected according to the RAL palette to match the design of the gazebo. With windows, unlike doors, you have two options: they can be opened for ventilation or not. It is better to choose a swing type of opening for a warm building, as it is more airtight.
We install windows with our own hands
Let's take a step-by-step look at how to glaze a veranda with wooden frames.
Sequence of work:
- We treat the timber or logs that will serve as a frame with an antiseptic and fire retardant.
- We install supports around the perimeter of the site. They break the structure into sections. The recommended step is from 1 to 1.2 m.
- We order frames or cut them ourselves. They must have a clearance tolerance of up to 5 mm.
- We fix the frames without glass vertically. We fill the gaps with polyurethane foam.
- We treat the inside of the grooves with silicone sealant.
- After a couple of minutes, you can insert the glass, and once again apply sealant around the perimeter of the windows.
- Traces of silicone are masked by a thin wooden strip (glazing bead) and at the same time strengthens the position of the glass in the frame.
It must be remembered that the height of the openings should not exceed 2.5 m.
You should not neglect the installation of ebb tides. In the case when the glazing is mounted on a base or parapet, they will serve as protection for the bottom seam from excess moisture and mold.
In addition, craftsmen advise making as many opening doors as possible for normal ventilation of the room, especially in summer.
Panoramic windows: glazing of gazebos with aluminum profiles
If you have dreamed of a gazebo with large windows, this material is for you. Panoramic glass in the floor is installed in a metal frame; it plays the main load-bearing role. As a result, the effect of unity with nature is born.
The profile does not obscure the view, but since it uses one double-glazed window, it remains cool. This is the most successful compromise for those who do not want to overpay for Euro windows because they do not use their country house in winter. Aluminum profile is cheaper, but at the same time it has the proper quality and looks expensive.
