To select the appropriate material for the roof of the gazebo, it is important to take into account the features of its design, the style of construction, the angle of inclination of the slopes and a number of other factors. An attractive and comfortable gazebo will decorate your summer cottage or garden plot.
Criteria for choosing a roofing covering
The construction of a gazebo at the dacha allows you to create a comfortable corner for relaxation and communication. The roof of the building will protect you from the scorching sun on a hot day, and in bad weather it will provide shelter from the rain. Recently, more and more often, a gazebo has been combined into a single whole with a canopy for a barbecue or barbecue oven. This imposes certain restrictions on the choice of roofing material.
Country gazebos can be temporary or stationary (permanent). In the first case, the portable structure can be a compact collapsible gazebo made of polycarbonate mounted on metal frames. Temporary solutions also include a wooden or metal structure under an awning made of dense fabric or film.
Stationary gazebos vary in shape, size and material of manufacture. Most often, the frame is made of wood or metal, but brick, stone or other materials can be used to build walls or columnar supports for the roof. In order for the appearance of the structure to be harmonious, the roofing must be combined with the material from which the supporting structures are made.
The material for the roof should be selected at the stage of preparation for the development of the project, since the parameters of the rafter system and load-bearing structures depend on its characteristics. Having calculated the total weight of the building, you should determine whether installation of a foundation for the gazebo is required. The heavier the roofing, the more expensive it will cost to build a gazebo in the country.
If you use roofing material for the gazebo, which is laid on the roof of a country or country house, you can create a harmonious ensemble of buildings. First of all, these are roofs made of ceramic, soft and metal tiles, ondulin, and corrugated sheets. But a gazebo with a roof made of tinted translucent plastic looks no less impressive and attractive. The surrounding landscape will be perfectly complemented by an original building with a roof made of natural materials - straw, reeds or shingles. The choice depends on the preferences of the owner.
Fireproof roof
It is best to cover the gazebo in which you plan to install a barbecue or barbecue oven with fire-resistant material to avoid damage to the roof by accidental sparks from the chimney. The most practical is a roof made of ceramic or cement-sand tiles, slate, or slate.
Slate roofs for gazebos are quite rare - this heavy, expensive and stylish material is usually used in the construction of houses. The ceramic tile coating looks extremely attractive and is designed for a long service life. Using colored cement-sand tiles you can also cover a beautiful and practical roof for a gazebo. But ordinary slate is visually quite “boring”, but its advantages include affordable cost and simple installation.
It should be taken into account that the weight of roofs made of slate, ceramic or cement-sand tiles is very high. Therefore, when planning to cover the gazebo with one of these materials, you will need to calculate a reliable rafter system and foundation. Walls made of piece materials usually act as load-bearing structures. To install a slate roof, reliable wooden supports are sufficient.
Metal roofing
When constructing the roof of a gazebo, you can use the same material as for the construction of roofs of other outbuildings and houses. In particular, sheet metal material is used. Roofing made of corrugated sheets or metal tiles looks neat and attractive. The advantages of metal tiles and corrugated sheets include low weight and affordable cost. A gazebo with a roof made of corrugated sheets or metal tiles will not require the construction of a foundation or installation of a reinforced wooden frame.
Thanks to the wide range of colors of the protective polymer coating, when building a roof made of metal tiles or corrugated sheets, you can implement a variety of design ideas. Using profiled sheet metal, you can cover a roof with a complex configuration.
The angle of inclination of the roof slope of a gazebo made of metal tiles or corrugated sheets must be at least 14°. If the climate of the construction area is characterized by heavy snowfalls in winter, it is recommended to choose an inclination angle of at least 30°.
The disadvantages of roofing made of corrugated sheets and metal tiles include its high noise level. In order to maximally dampen the sound and vibration of metal sheets from raindrops and gusts of wind, it is better to use special vibration-proof pads during installation. The porous elastic material, resistant to temperature changes and moisture, will serve as a sound insulator, increasing the comfort of the building.
Bituminous materials
Popular bituminous materials are often used in the construction of roofs of light buildings, which include gazebos. Rolled material is used quite rarely as a finishing coating, since it looks less impressive on pitched roofs and is not as easy to install as many other roofing materials.
A roof made of ondulin, which is available in a fairly wide range of colors, can decorate a gazebo. Among the advantages of ondulin are light weight and ease of processing. To install ondulin, no special tools are required; you can install it yourself. When developing a roof project for an ondulin covering, it is important to choose the optimal angle of inclination of the slopes and provide a continuous sheathing. In this case, the roof made of ondulin will last for many years.
In addition to ondulin, soft tiles are among the popular bituminous materials. A wooden gazebo under a roof made of flexible tiles looks extremely stylish and can decorate any landscape. The relatively light weight of this material allows the construction of a lightweight structure that does not require a powerful foundation. The color range of flexible tiles makes it possible to successfully blend the gazebo into the environment.
Features of polycarbonate
When choosing what to cover the roof of a gazebo with, you can pay attention to modern high-tech materials. In particular, flexible translucent plastic allows you to bring to life the most complex design ideas. Polycarbonate is a lightweight and highly durable plastic that is resistant to temperature changes. Molded plastic is not afraid of damage and ultraviolet radiation; the characteristics of the honeycomb material largely depend on the quality of the outer coating, which provides resistance to UV rays and damage.
The transparent roof of the gazebo looks extremely attractive, and a wide range of tinting allows you to choose the right color scheme. Sheet plastic can be mounted on a wooden roof frame, or serve as filling for metal structures. Transparent flexible plastic in a metal frame makes it possible to create dome and arched structures and create roofs of complex shapes. You can not only cover the gazebo with polycarbonate, but also make enclosing elements from it. The transparent building made of colored plastic looks elegant and attracts attention.
Polycarbonate is a very lightweight material that makes it possible to create large roofs that do not require massive supports. But when calculating the structure, one should take into account snow and wind loads, the weight of people installing and maintaining the roof of the gazebo. Polycarbonate melts from fire, so it is not recommended to install barbecues or stoves in gazebos made of this material.
Roofs in ethnic style
An original fashionable gazebo can be built using natural materials for the roof - straw, reed, shingles. Of course, such qualities of these materials as high heat and noise insulation, as well as the ability to maintain an optimal microclimate in the room, are not in demand when building a gazebo. But their environmental friendliness and aesthetic appeal remain important. Disadvantages include the fire hazard of plant materials.
To reduce the risk of fire from stray sparks, wood shingles, mats made from reeds and other dried plants are impregnated with fire retardants. This allows the use of reed or straw roofing for gazebos with barbecues or barbecue ovens, but in this case the chimney pipes must be higher than for roofs under traditional materials. But it’s best to install a barbecue or stove away from such a gazebo by building a separate canopy.
Shingles (shingles) are wooden planks no more than 20 mm thick. The most practical is considered to be shingles made of ash, as well as coniferous wood. In order to cover the roof, shingles are laid in overlapping rows - this ensures rainwater drainage. Mats of reeds or straw are also laid in rows on the roof sheathing. At the same time, during rain, part of the moisture is absorbed into the reed roof, falling into the hollow stems. A roofing made of reeds can be soaked 5-7 cm deep, but with normal thickness of the coating, the interior of the gazebo will remain dry.
When designing a roof, it is important to consider the roughness of the reed, reed or straw mats. Such a roof retains snow well, therefore, the rafter system must be designed for high loads.
When building gazebos, preference is often given to the hexagonal shape - it looks very beautiful, and despite the external compactness of the structure, the inside is quite spacious. What is most difficult about this building is its rafter system, the design of which requires special attention during assembly.
We will try to tell you in as much detail as possible about how to make a hexagonal roof on a gazebo. By watching the video in this article, you can visually familiarize yourself with this process.
The structure of any roof consists of a frame, decking (sheathing), and roof. The frame in this case is called the rafter system, and it consists of several load-bearing elements.
Their set depends on the roof design and its size. In order to correctly install rafters with your own hands, you need, at a minimum, to know what elements you will have to use and what lumber you will need for this.
In this regard, the roof of a hexagonal gazebo differs from the roof of a house only in dimensions. All elements used are similar, except that the cross-section of the timber is taken smaller.
The basis of the roof are mauerlat beams. These are horizontal elements that encircle the entire perimeter of the building. The role of the Mauerlat is most often played by the upper trim of the racks.
Structure of the rafter system
The main elements with the help of which the spatial structure of the roof is created are the rafter legs. Although all the parts in the frame are load-bearing, the main loads fall on the rafters.
The cross-section of the timber used to create the rafter system must be such that it can easily withstand wind, snow and weight loads. For a gazebo, this is usually a beam measuring 100*50 mm, or 100*70 mm.
So:
- The third most important element in the roof frame is the purlin, and there are two types. The ridge purlin runs along the roof ridge, and the upper ends of the rafters are attached to it. There are also side purlins that fix the rafters in a certain position, connecting them in the middle.
- The question immediately arises: “Are they mounted in a polygonal gazebo?” And this already depends on its shape. If this is a regular hexagon, then the rafters at the top are connected at one point and in this case the ridge is not needed at all. But in order to firmly fix them in this position, side purlins are installed, and this is clearly visible in the photo below.
- But it can also have an elongated shape, that is: two long and four short walls. In this case, the roof structure will have both side purlins and a ridge. There is also a part in this design called a “tightening”. These are a kind of spacers that diagonally connect the opposite ends of the Mauerlat beams, thereby increasing the rigidity of the frame.
- At the point of intersection of the tie beams, a stand is mounted, which determines the angle of inclination of the roof slopes. This part is located in the center of this structure, and instead of the ridge, the upper ends of the rafter legs rest on it. But it must be said that this is not the only way to create a frame.
- If the gazebo is wooden and has small dimensions, you can do without ties and a stand. But for this you need to make a supporting hexagonal column - it is clearly visible in the picture above. In this case, appropriate selections were made at the ends of the rafters, with the help of which the beams are held on a wooden prism and beautifully connected at one point.
The roof of a small gazebo is usually assembled on the ground, on several convenient supports, or directly on a podium that will serve as the floor. After the vertical posts and trim are installed, the roof frame is installed in its rightful place.
Before covering the roof on the hexagonal gazebo, they begin to fill the sheathing. The instructions will tell you more about this in the next part of the article.
External part of the roof
The roof sheathing serves as the basis for laying the roofing material. The degree of its rigidity affects the structure of the sheathing.
If, as in the example below, it is corrugated board or other sheet material, the flooring elements are mounted at some distance from each other. For rolled materials, asbestos-cement and flexible bitumen tiles, a continuous sheathing is more suitable.
- The main thing here is that all elements are properly secured. And yet, when filling the sheathing, it is necessary to take into account that the end joints of the flooring slats must fall exactly on the rafters and at the same time be located with some offset. For continuous flooring, they usually use a board measuring 100 * 25 mm; if it is step lathing, then take 50 * 25 mm bars. The lumber must be softwood, dry, without knots or curvature.
- The sheathing belts are packed parallel to the ridge girder, that is, in a horizontal position. In the case of using a soft roof, the sheathing is even filled in two layers: first, the working flooring in increments of 35-45 cm, and then a continuous layer of wide slats. They are fastened closer to the edge with nails, recessing the cap well into the thickness of the wood. The length of the nail should be equal to twice the thickness of the sheathing element.
It would be useful to remind you that the sheathing should be covered with roofing material in dry weather. After drying, the wood decreases in volume, and this can compromise the integrity of the top coating.
When a closed gazebo is built (see), intended for year-round use, the roof can be insulated and lined from the inside with clapboard or perforated soffit.
How to cover a gazebo
Not every roofing material is suitable for a gazebo. Theoretically, it is possible, of course, to install anything, but it is quite difficult to imagine an elegant building covered with slate or tin.
Despite the fact that their price is the lowest, due to their unattractive aesthetics they are not suitable for a gazebo.
- Of the sheet materials for this purpose, mainly corrugated sheeting (see) and metal tiles are used. In principle, these materials are similar: both are made of thin sheet steel, only the profile and decorative coating are slightly different. Since the sheets are quite large, work begins with cutting them. In this case, they are guided by the distance from the ridge of the roof to the edge of the lower element of the sheathing.
- The multifaceted roof is covered only with solid sheets, without the use of scraps. Their laying begins from the middle of the slope plane, making sure that the profile grooves of the sheets coincide. The coating is leveled along the bottom edge. Each roofing material manufacturer provides its own fastening system. For metal tiles, these are self-tapping screws complete with shock-absorbing washers. Finally, the external joints of the roof are closed with special corner elements.
- Ondulin is often used for roofing gazebos. This is a corrugated sheet material made from compressed cellulose fibers and bitumen and impregnated with a polymer resin. Thin but quite strong sheets, measuring 2.0 * 0.95 m, with a wavy profile, have an excellent appearance.
- People call ondulin “Euroslate”. The weight of such a sheet is several times less than traditional slate, so for such a light construction as a gazebo, this material is simply ideal.
- Ondulin can be lifted up and mounted without outside help, and it places virtually no load on the roof frame. The technology for laying it is practically no different from installing slate. It is attached to the sheathing with roofing nails with a rubber seal.
You can also cover the roof of the gazebo with tiles: wooden, composite or bitumen. Small-format materials are very convenient to work with, especially when the roof area is so small.
The roof of the gazebo, if it is made of reliable material, will provide protection from raindrops and the scorching sun, thereby ensuring comfortable relaxation in any weather. It will probably be superfluous to say that the roof must be of high quality, durable, strong and visually attractive, combined with the material of the walls of the gazebo and in harmony with the landscape of the site - this is well understood by everyone. The only question that remains is how to cover the roof of the gazebo to ensure that all these requirements are met. Let's look at all the possible options to find the perfect one for gazebos of different sizes, shapes and styles.
No. 1. What should you consider when designing a gazebo roof?
When choosing material for the roof of the gazebo, consider the following nuances:
No. 2. Gazebo roof shape
The choice of material for roofing largely depends on its shape and design. What shape can the roof be, and what roofing material is suitable in each specific case?
You can decide how to cover the roof of the gazebo only when the shape of the roof is determined. For pitched structures it is better to choose sheet material: slate, corrugated sheets, metal tiles, although other roofing materials are also suitable. For hipped, multifaceted and hip roofs, it is not advisable to use sheet material: the work will become more complicated and there will be a lot of waste, so materials from the soft roofing class, for example, bitumen shingles, are suitable.
No. 3. Metal tiles for the gazebo roof
Metal tiles are the leader in the world of roofing materials, and they are also used for arranging gazebos. This material will be especially useful when the roof of the house is also made of metal tiles. This sheet material is usually made of galvanized steel, several layers of protective coatings are applied on top, and due to its characteristic relief it is very similar to tiles.
Advantages:
Minuses:
- noise when it rains;
- a large amount of waste when arranging roofs of complex shapes, which can negate the benefits of the low price;
- the risk of corrosion if the protective coating is damaged;
- The angle of inclination of the gazebo roof should not be lower than 15 degrees so that the snow can melt off normally, otherwise the beautiful relief of the material will only be harmful.
No. 4. Profiled sheet for gazebo roof
Profiled sheet or corrugated sheet will cost even less than metal tiles, and in many respects these materials are similar. The corrugated sheet is made from cold-rolled steel, onto which several layers of protective coatings are applied. The relief, as a rule, is represented by waves or trapezoids, and is responsible for increasing the strength of the material. In terms of decorative qualities, corrugated sheets are inferior to metal tiles, and among its main advantages:
- affordable price;
- durability;
- large selection of colors;
- low weight and ease of installation;
- resistance to corrosion, temperature changes, precipitation.
Added to the not-so-pretty appearance flaw, characteristic of metal tiles, is noise during rain. You can try using vibration isolation pads, but they cannot completely solve the problem. It is better to choose thicker sheets, since thin material is subject to mechanical damage and cannot be repaired. The metal roof heats up quickly, which means that on a hot sunny day it will be impossible to stay in the gazebo, so this option is suitable for structures located in the shade.
No. 5. Flexible tiles for gazebo roofs
Flexible tiles, aka soft tiles, also known as bituminous shingles- a material that is produced on the basis of fiberglass, which is processed with bitumen and stone dressing. The material is of the type soft roof and consists of small modules of rectangular, hexagonal or other shapes. They are laid overlapping and are suitable for arranging roofs of the most complex shapes, so if you don’t know how to cover the roof of a dome-shaped gazebo, then this is the best option.
Advantages:
Flaws:
- the need to create a solid base of moisture-resistant plywood;
- high price. Bituminous shingles are more expensive than metal tiles, but the entire installation, taking into account the arrangement of a solid base, will cost less than using ceramic tiles;
- strong winds can tear off soft tile modules.
No. 6. Slate for gazebo roof
We are talking about asbestos-cement slate, which is familiar to all of us. This sheet material is made from cement, water and asbestos, and can be painted in the desired shade so that the gazebo does not seem boring. A layer of paint, by the way, allows you to give the slate additional strength characteristics.
pros:
- low price;
- durability, up to 40 years;
- good strength;
- resistance to precipitation, frost and fire. If there is a grill or barbecue in the gazebo, you can choose slate as a roof;
- low thermal conductivity, which helps maintain an optimal microclimate.
Minuses:
No. 7. Ondulin for the roof of the gazebo
Ondulin is the most popular representative euroslate, was created by the French company Onduline, after which it is named. The material is often also called bitumen slate or soft slate. It is made from cellulose fibers, which are mixed with mineral components, after which the formed sheets are impregnated with bitumen and painted in the required color. The use of bitumen allows you to create an absolutely moisture-proof material that is lightweight, light and soft. Among the others advantages of ondulin:
Minuses:
- flammable, therefore not suitable for a gazebo with barbecue;
- ability to fade when exposed to sunlight;
- the need to arrange the sheathing in increments of at least 0.6 m.
No. 8. Polycarbonate for gazebo roof
Polycarbonate has recently been increasingly used for arranging gazebos, and is suitable for organizing both walls and roofs. It consists of flexible sheets of translucent material of any shade.
pros:
- variety of colors;
- durability;
- resistance to precipitation. Fragile-looking polycarbonate can withstand a decent layer of snow and gusts of wind;
- light weight;
- flexibility, allowing you to equip the roof with a fancy shape.
Flaws:
- low resistance to mechanical damage;
- the ability to deteriorate when exposed to sunlight, so make sure that you have a protective film when purchasing;
- If the gazebo is installed in a place protected from the wind, then on a hot day it will be stuffy. Remember, it’s not for nothing that polycarbonate is used in the construction of greenhouses;
- You can’t put a barbecue in a gazebo with such a roof.
Light transmission can be beneficial in the evening, because sunlight can be used to the maximum. On the other hand, such a canopy will not protect from the scorching sun. Sometimes polycarbonate combined with artistic forging.
No. 9. Natural tiles for gazebos
For those who have sufficient funds and want to get a functional and beautiful gazebo, natural tiles are perfect - almost ideal roofing material. It can be ceramic or cement-sand, and among main advantages note:
- excellent appearance and environmental friendliness;
- resistance to moisture, heat, temperature changes, fire;
- durability, up to 100 years;
- high strength;
- good heat and sound insulation properties. The air in the gazebo will not get very hot in the heat, and raindrops will not cause a booming noise;
- the possibility of arranging roofs of complex shapes;
- maintainability, because if something happens, one or more damaged elements can be easily replaced.
Unfortunately, here too not without its downsides:
No. 10. Original materials for the gazebo roof
The choice of traditional materials is large, but if among them you still haven’t found one that could cover the roof of the gazebo, then perhaps look for a suitable solution from less common materials:
When choosing a suitable roofing material for a gazebo, consider the style of the site and the material of the walls. For example, eco-style involves the use of only natural materials (straw, shingles, tiles), and high-tech allows you to safely use polycarbonate; a light thatched roof is suitable for wicker walls, and a slate or tile roof is suitable for brick walls. The gazebo can be decorated with a weather vane, flowers and thin airy curtains.
A gazebo is an architectural structure that is most often used in the summer. At the same time, this building should not be considered insignificant, because it significantly improves the landscape adjacent to the house, and also serves as a place of rest. The roof of the gazebo is not only protection from rain. The durability of the entire structure largely depends on the roof, and therefore you should carefully approach the issue of choosing a roof. Let's figure out what is the best way to cover the roof of the gazebo so that this does not affect the reduction in the service life of the structure.
- Massive roofing materials may be too heavy for a structure with a lightweight foundation. If the foundation was laid thoroughly by the owner of the gazebo, and even with a blind area, then you can safely choose any material, not paying attention to its weight.
- It is necessary to determine the optimal roof slope angle. The thing is that throughout the year the roof slope is affected by snow and wind loads. If for snow it is desirable that the roof of the slope be steeper, then for wind it is the opposite. Gusts of wind can significantly damage a roof with a steep slope, and here it is preferable to choose a roof of a horizontal design.
- The location of the gazebo near a reservoir is a signal that waterproof materials should be used in its construction. In addition, it is necessary to saturate the entire surface with antiseptics and anti-corrosion compounds.
- If you plan to make a fire inside the gazebo, this will also affect the choice of material. It is prohibited to use flammable materials.
Polycarbonate
He is considered one of the summer resident's best friends. Indeed, a polycarbonate roof is ideal for structures used in the summer. It has enough positive characteristics and practically no serious disadvantages.
The light weight of the material allows it to be used even in small gazebos. To construct a roof from it, complex geometric calculations are not required, since the material bends. Its moderate plasticity allows you to create unusual shapes. Polycarbonate sheets are easy to cut. Polycarbonate can be attached to almost any substrate. With all this, the material is also quite economical. They can cover the roof of a gazebo cheaply and quickly.
If necessary, polycarbonate sheets can always be removed and then installed back. This allows you to replace part of the roof if it is created from several pieces. Polycarbonate has a cellular structure, and this in turn increases its thermal insulation properties, which are practically absent in other transparent materials. By the way, many polycarbonate sheets contain a special layer for ultraviolet protection, while allowing enough sunlight to pass through. Structures covered with polycarbonate are usually dismantled for the winter, although this material is resistant to frost and temperature changes.
Metal roofing
To create such a roof, sheets of corrugated sheets or metal tiles are usually used. This roofing looks very neat. The weight of such materials is very small, and they are inexpensive. Reinforcement of the frame is also not required. On sale you can find a wide range of colors and sizes of sheets and corrugated sheets, which allows you to create original compositions.
Metal roofing has one drawback, which for some is significant. This type of roof is very noisy. Even when the wind increases, the sheets can create vibration, and when it rains, the sound becomes very loud. This problem can be solved if you use special gaskets during installation that absorb vibration and thereby reduce the noise level.
Bituminous materials
Such materials are also called soft tiles. Some of them are created on the basis of metal and bitumen, and therefore combine their positive characteristics. On the outside there is a layer of basalt coating, which serves as additional protection. This material can be used for almost any type of roof, regardless of the sharpness of the slope angle. The material is sound and heat insulating and completely sealed. This is one of the best modern materials, and therefore, when choosing how to cover the roof of a gazebo, be sure to take a closer look at bitumen shingles. The disadvantages of this material include its cost, since it is slightly higher than the cost of standard corrugated sheeting or polycarbonate.
This material can be considered outdated, but some owners of houses and gazebos, especially abroad, still prefer it. The advantages of tiles include their environmental friendliness and long service life, up to 100 years. Ceramic tiles practically do not change their properties when exposed to sun, snow, low or high temperatures. It is easy to cover even the most complex structures, since the tiles can be divided or cut if necessary. In addition, it has high sound insulation.
Disadvantages include heavy weight. It cannot withstand mechanical loads either.
Unfortunately, now there are not many craftsmen who install natural tiles, and therefore the cost of the work is quite high.
A gazebo is an important building on the site, where it is pleasant to spend summer evenings with your family over a cup of tea. Due to the modest size of this structure, it is much easier to build, but for long-term use, its construction should be approached no less seriously than the construction of an entire cottage. One of the important questions here is what to make the roof of the gazebo from?
What to consider when choosing roofing material for a gazebo
- The surrounding landscape. The design concept takes into account the space around the gazebo so that the structure does not stand out as a flashy spot against the background, but blends harmoniously into the surrounding greenery.
- Neighborhood to the cottage. Often the gazebo's structure and roof duplicate the main residential building, and sometimes the roof for the gazebo is covered with the material left over after installing the roof of the cottage.
- Climatic features of the region. It is necessary to take into account the intensity and frequency of snowfall, average wind strength, and the number of sunny days. These weather factors influence the choice of roof structure and its covering.
- Proximity to water. When adjacent to a pond, the roof is constantly exposed to moisture, which must be taken into account when choosing a material and installing the roof. Thus, it is recommended to additionally treat the surface with water-repellent impregnations and antiseptics.
- The presence of a barbecue under the roof or next door. If it is customary to cook meat on the site, it is necessary to provide for the possibility of fire and give preference to fireproof roofing.
- Lightweight design. Since the gazebo is usually not reinforced with a powerful foundation, it needs to be covered with light weight material so that the overall structure lasts as long as possible.
Shapes of gazebo roofs
This is one of the important parameters influencing the choice of roofing covering. The following shapes are widely used in gazebos:
- Single-pitch. The simplest option is easy to install and is versatile, since it is suitable for absolutely any roof covering.
- Gable. A classic look, common in the construction of buildings for any purpose, from gazebos to cottages.
- Hip (hatch) roof. This option is much more difficult to install, but it is preferred by many owners due to its attractive appearance and good stability. Two of the four slopes are frontal, triangular, and the other two are trapezoidal, located on both sides.
- Tent shape. If the hip shape is preferable for a rectangular gazebo, then the tent shape is suitable for a square or hexagonal structure. Here several triangular slopes converge at one point. This type has decent aerodynamic properties, that is, it provides excellent protection from the wind.
- Round roof for a gazebo. It has an original appearance due to its cone shape.
Roof options for gazebos
There are many options on the modern construction market, each of which has its own pros and cons, requirements and price. Below are the most popular of them with detailed descriptions.
Metal tiles
Description
This sheet roofing material is made of galvanized steel, which is coated on both sides with a polymer layer, the relief and pattern of which resembles natural tiles.
Life time
Advantages
- ease of installation;
- mechanical strength;
- low cost;
- rich color palette;
- environmental Safety;
- resistance to adverse environmental influences;
- ease of maintenance;
- fire safety.
Flaws
- lack of sound insulation: rain noise can be annoying;
- a large volume of waste when covering a roof of complex shape;
- the possibility of corrosion if special impregnation is not used; corrosion may also appear in the area where the protective coating is damaged;
- limitation in the context of the angle of inclination: for optimal snow removal, an angle of at least 15 degrees is recommended;
Average price per 1 sq. m.
Asbestos cement slate
Description
The basis of the material is cement, additional elements are asbestos fibers. Sheets are sold both unpainted and colored, with a wavy or flat surface. A layer of paint not only decorates the coating, but also gives it additional strength characteristics.
Life time
Advantages
- decent sound insulation;
- high electrical insulation rates;
- fire safety (an important quality if you plan to cook meat on the grill in the gazebo);
- low price;
- high strength characteristics: the roof can withstand mechanical damage;
- ease of installation.
Flaws
- fragility;
- impressive weight, which requires reliable sheathing to support;
- not the highest aesthetic properties;
- limitations of use: not suitable for covering roofs of complex structures;
- asbestos, which is part of the coating, is considered a material hazardous to health.
Average price for 1 sheet
A sheet with parameters 1.5 m x 1 m costs 200 rubles.
Slate roof
Slate sheets
Ondulin
Description
Cellulose fibers impregnated with bitumen are collected into corrugated sheets with a colored polymer coating on the outside. Another name for ondulin is Euroslate, since the profile of the material resembles classic slate.
Life time
Advantages
- light weight;
- high resistance to various atmospheric influences;
- decent absorption of external noise: even heavy rain will go unnoticed;
- ease of installation;
- impressive flexibility, which allows this material to cover complex and intricate roofing structures;
- corrosion resistance;
- affordable price.
Flaws
- not very aesthetic appearance;
- the need for supporting lathing in increments of 0.6 m.
- color deterioration over time.
Average price per 1 sq.m.
Ondulin sheets
Ondulin roof
Polycarbonate
Description
This material is a new word in roofing installation. There are two types of polycarbonate applicable for these purposes: cellular and monolithic. The chemical composition of these types is identical, the difference is the internal structure of the sheets. Cellular polycarbonate is more popular due to its low cost.
Life time
Advantages
- a combination of strength and ductility, thanks to which you can create unique, complex structures;
- fire safety: the coating does not ignite and does not emit harmful substances when heated;
- light weight: 15 times lighter than glass with a strength 200 times greater;
- resistance to high and low temperatures;
- ease of installation;
Flaws
- low impact resistance: in case of severe mechanical damage it can become deformed;
- since the covering allows the sun's rays to pass through, on hot days the gazebo becomes stuffy and uncomfortable (but in the evening, sunlight at sunset is used to the maximum);
Average price for 1 sheet measuring 2 x 6 meters.
Polycarbonate Sheet
Polycarbonate roof
Corrugated sheet
Description
Corrugated sheets of cold-rolled steel are complemented by galvanization or several layers of colored protective coating. The relief, represented by trapezoids or waves, performs not only decorative, but also strengthening functions.
Life time
Advantages
- high strength;
- light weight;
- ease of installation;
- wide color palette;
- corrosion resistance;
- resistance to precipitation and temperature changes;
- low price.
Flaws
- insufficient aesthetic qualities;
- low thermal insulation: on sunny days, the corrugated board heats up, so it is very hot under such a roof (the problem can be solved by placing the gazebo in the shade of a cottage or tall tree);
- lack of protection from external noise.
Average price per 1 sq.m.
Corrugated sheets
Corrugated roof
Seam roofing
Description
A fold is a special seam at the junction of metal sheets. Their fastening is carried out using a clamp, a hidden connection. The material from which this type of roof is made is copper or galvanized steel.
Life time
Advantages
- the density of the joint does not allow moisture to leak;
- light weight;
- flexibility sufficient to cover roofs of complex shapes;
- Fire safety;
- ease of repair.
Flaws
- insufficient sound insulation;
- high thermal conductivity, which is why the room under this type of roof is too hot in summer and too cold in winter;
- complexity of installation.
Average price per 1 sq.m.
From 300 rub.
Seam roof for gazebo
Seam roof
Ceramic tiles
Description
This is a piece roofing material that is made from clay through high-temperature firing.
Life time
Up to 150 years.
Advantages
- very high strength;
- resistance to temperature changes;
- weather resistance;
- high fire resistance;
- excellent sound insulation;
- low thermal conductivity;
- high aesthetic properties.
Flaws
- heavy weight, which requires a powerful rafter system to support;
- high price.
Average price per 1 sq.m.
Cement-sand tiles
Description
An approximate analogue of ceramic, only here the material of manufacture is not clay, but cement mortar.
Life time
Up to 100 years.
Advantages
- fire resistance;
- sufficient aesthetics;
- resistance to bad weather: temperature changes, high humidity, strong gusts of wind.
Flaws
- impressive weight;
- high price (slightly lower than its ceramic counterpart).
Average price per 1 sq.m.
From 600 rub.
Slate tiles
Description
Slate is a natural material that was used for roofing back in the Middle Ages.
Life time
Up to 200 years.
Advantages
- externally beautiful gazebo roof;
- high rates of thermal insulation and noise insulation;
- high strength;
- environmental Safety;
- resistance to all environmental factors, including rain, snow, temperature changes.
Flaws
- high price;
- heavy weight.
Average price for 1 tile
Composite tiles
Description
This is a relatively new word in the construction market. The coating consists of steel modules, the outer surface of which is covered with basalt or quartz chips to imitate ceramic tiles.
Life time
Advantages
- attractive appearance;
- acceptable price;
- high rates of sound and heat insulation;
- light weight;
- a variety of possible shapes and colors that last for a long time even under constant exposure to ultraviolet radiation.
Flaws
- complexity and high cost of installation and subsequent repairs;
- quite high cost.
Average price per 1 sq.m.
Soft bitumen shingles
Description
The design of this coating resembles a layer cake, because all the constituent elements are located one above the other. The center here is fiberglass, impregnated and coated with bitumen on both sides. The outer side is decorated with stone chips and patterns applied to the surface to imitate natural tiles. The inside, back side, is covered with an adhesive backing to facilitate installation.
Life time
Advantages
- light weight;
- resistance to a variety of atmospheric influences, including precipitation, temperature changes and strong winds;
- resistance to chemical agents;
- a variety of colors and pattern shapes (hexagon, beaver tail, dragon tooth, classic diamonds);
- high levels of noise and heat insulation;
- easy and waste-free installation;
- excellent protection against leakage.
Flaws
- changes in structure when exposed to very high and very low temperatures;
- difficulty of installation, since when heated the sheets stick together and become a single mass;
- complexity of repair and replacement of individual sections.
Average price per sq.m.
From 250 rub.
Original and other materials
Wanting to give the gazebo individuality, the owners do not prefer traditional roofing, but rather unique ideas, for example:
- Textile. It is used only for temporary and mobile gazebos, which are installed exclusively for the summer period, and then removed from the site. The fabric chosen for these purposes is acrylic, treated with water-repellent substances.
- Wooden shingles. Small planks that are mounted directly on the sheathing. The result is an original, environmentally friendly roof.
- Reeds, reeds or straw. This natural material is reminiscent of bygone times when it was widely used in construction.
Conclusion
So, among the many options for roofing, therefore, when asking the question of how to cover a wooden gazebo on the street, we will highlight bituminous shingles, since they offer the optimal combination of price and quality. Exquisitely imitating natural tiles, this material decorates and protects garden structures.
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