Many owners of private houses are thinking about building a place where they can relax in the fresh air. A metal gazebo is the best possible option. Such a structure will not only make you healthier, but will also create a wonderful place for reflection. You can sit in the gazebo with friends, relax on your own, or put barbecue there and grill it. The main thing is that all this is in the fresh air and close to your home.
Making a gazebo from metal is a lengthy process, but quite simple. You need to have drawings with you and know what exactly you want to see. Why metal? The characteristics of this material speak for themselves. It is strong, reliable, and can serve its owner for many years. Wood has long been out of fashion, because it is affected by insects and precipitation. What can you say about iron gazebos?
A metal gazebo canopy is another important element that you can also make with your own hands. Theoretically, you can create many different units; they will complement the overall design and make use more convenient. But first you need to decide on the types of metal gazebos. They are different, the frame and design features may differ.
DIY metal garden gazebo - varieties
The manufacture of metal gazebos begins with the creation of drawings. And before them you need to think and choose the best option. To do this, you need to understand all the features of your garden and site. If it is large, then the gazebo can be large with extensions. When space is small, you can make a small structure. Summer gazebos made of metal are small but cozy, ideal when resources are limited.
So, gazebos can be of different shapes, all this is decided by the owner when creating the drawings. Round, square, elongated, diamond-shaped and so on. It all depends on the surrounding area and taste. The drawings of the metal gazebo frame are also different, because it is installed in several ways:
- Special wells are drilled under the racks into which pipes are inserted. Next, the holes are filled with crushed stone, the level of the pipes is leveled, everything is compacted and filled with concrete.
- The structure always has several vertical pipes that need to be concreted directly into the ground. They represent a support on which other elements rest. If you use this method, then a foundation is not needed. You can make a bottom trim, which will create a floor. But a popular option is paving slabs or bare concrete. Metal poles for gazebos need to be purchased in specialized stores.
- The second method is to create a foundation. It is located at a shallow depth and belongs to the columnar or ribbon variety. Sometimes you can pour a monolithic slab and lay out the entire area with tiles. The frame must be constructed separately, and then installed and secured on top of the foundation. The lower trim and drains are ready - it’s time to install. Collapsible metal gazebos are very popular, because they can be transported in an emergency, but they weigh a fair amount.
Many people ask about which option is better. Everything here is individual and depends strictly on the situation. The first option is more reliable and stronger, because the racks are literally walled up in the ground. And it costs less, because there is no need to create a lower frame and foundation, which allows you to save personal funds. But if you don’t create a floor, then this is just a summer gazebo, the structure will be open. For the closed version, the second method is more suitable.
How to build a gazebo with your own hands from metal - assembly options
Metal is always joined by welding, practically. This method is in great demand due to the reliability of the design in the future, as well as the speed of work. But if you want a small summer gazebo, then you can consider the option of a collapsible structure. If your site is not guarded, then a large amount of iron may attract the attention of thieves. And rest assured, even though it weighs a lot, they will figure out how to steal it.
You can weld a metal gazebo with your own hands, but it’s better to make additional protection. The design has several modules that need to be welded together. Then connect them with special bolts. This can be done with a collapsible gazebo, which is a metal frame with an awning and a small roof.
How to weld a gazebo of this type? The prefabricated model begins to be created from the frame. First you need to make it for each side, and then assemble it with bolts and secure it.
A do-it-yourself welded gazebo is very easy to assemble. The frame needs to be divided into several faces. If it has a quadrangular shape, then there will be a similar number. Four separate circuits are created, they have jumpers on them. If the shape is hexagonal, then you need the same number of elements.
Types of materials used
Often gazebos are created from profile pipes. Working with such material is very simple; you do not need to be a qualified builder. Welding a gazebo with your own hands from a profile will not be difficult if you have at least a little knowledge of welding. The main problems that may arise during use appear at the manufacturing stage. Unevenness, incorrect seams and other troubles.
The wall in such gazebos is at least 2 mm. Also, do not forget that you can create a gazebo from round pipes. This option should have a similar thickness. But it’s difficult to cook them; you need experience. There are also advantages - the price of such metal is significantly lower than the profile version.
It is also worth considering the option with a metal corner. Here the thickness is slightly higher - 3 mm. A gazebo made from a corner has less rigidity, so more material is used. With the right approach, the visual characteristics of this option will look better than all analogues.
The angle and profile pipe are made of aluminum, not steel. Therefore, their weight is less, which is ideal for collapsible gazebos. But the price is much higher.
Gazebo made of metal pipes - creating a place to relax
We will tell you how to make a gazebo from a profile pipe. This is an excellent option, the material is very strong and reliable. But it’s expensive, so you’ll have to spend money. But you can’t skimp on such things, because they can last you for decades. Reliability, excellent visual characteristics, long service life - these are just some of the advantages for owners of such a building.
Do-it-yourself metal construction begins with acquiring all the necessary materials. So, the profile pipe comes in different sizes and you should choose:
- If you want to make a light roof from corrugated sheets, metal tiles or bitumen tiles, slate, then 50 by 50 mm is an excellent option.
- A roof made of heavy slate and tiles will put pressure on the structure, in which case consider dimensions of 75 by 75 mm.
Jumpers do not require a thick profile, so dimensions can range from 20 to 30 mm. But everything is individual, the design can be large, then the thickness can easily reach 50 mm. The cross-section also depends on the dimensions of the building. Also take into account the weight of the finishing material that will be used to cover the frame of the metal gazebo.
To make a square gazebo as in the photo above, you need to use the following list of materials:
- pipes for piping 50*50*2 mm - 12 meters;
- profile pipes for the lintel:
- 40*40*2 mm - 14 meters;
- 20*20*2 mm - 6 meters;
- 40*20*2 - 30 meters;
- metal strips 20*4 mm, 2 m long.
Metal gazebo - create markings and install
Now let's get to the most important thing - the beginning of construction. Select a suitable area on your site. In general, it needs to be prepared in advance, but this is not a problem. If grass grows there, then the top layer of fertile soil must be removed. Otherwise, all the vegetation will begin to rot right under your floor. In this case, the unpleasant odor will persist for years.
We dig out a pit, which must have strict dimensions according to the drawings. Focus on them, only in this case the gazebo will turn out to be of high quality. If the soil is dry, then fill it with sand or soil from the site. In the case of clay consistency, then you need to fill everything with a similar material - clay. You need to create your own drawings of metal gazebos yourself, but you can also use an example.
Pipes can be immediately installed in the ground; in this case, they need to be well primed. Next you need to drill several holes, each no more than 90 centimeters deep. The width depends on your tools. If the drill is wide, then the diameter will be appropriate. We insert a pipe into the hole and fill it with a large amount of crushed stone.
Instead of crushed stone, you can use construction waste to save on materials.
After the container is filled with crushed stone or construction waste, the pipes must be carefully aligned. This process must be carried out by several people, because stability and the entire final result as a whole depend on it. Next, the crushed stone must be thoroughly compacted. It is advisable to secure the pipes so that they do not tilt to one side. We pour the concrete solution on top; it must be liquid in order to seep inside well. 
If you are thinking of checking the installation level of the rack with a building level, then you are very mistaken. This must be done with a special plumb line, because it has less error. Therefore, acquire these tools in advance. Also pay attention to the magnetic plumb line, in the body of which a small magnet is placed. The advantage is that it is easy to use - you just apply it to the desired place and it sticks there.
If you want to raise the level of the gazebo from the ground, you can use foundation blocks, which are quite popular. Just cut several small elements with dimensions of 200*200*400 mm into two sections. Use a good grinder; the disc should be diamond-coated. You will receive several cubes that need to be distributed over the entire area of the future gazebo.
One in each corner and four more in between. Place them in a checkerboard pattern, 4 pieces each. Below we suggest looking at the picture that shows the location of the blocks. This will help you understand it and execute it one to one. The blocks in the middle make the structure more rigid; the pipe will not bend under the weight. But without support, this can happen at any moment.
Metal gazebo - interesting facts and the next stage
Concrete is excellent at drawing out moisture, so we recommend lubricating it with bitumen mastic on all sides. You can also use resin if you have this raw material on your site. There is no point in buying it, then mastic is better. You can also lay out several rows of roofing felt. But the quality of this material is very low; after a couple of years it will completely crumble.
All blocks must be placed on the same level. To maintain the accuracy of each angle, we advise you to use small pegs as well as threads. We stretch them and thus check the diagonals and dimensions. Each top of the block should be in the same plane so that the gazebo does not turn out crooked or skewed. How to do it?
- We stretch several threads, check and align them, then align the blocks evenly.
- You can use slats, or rather boards. We put a level on it, it should have a small error and be checked. Each block must be set to this level.
- A laser level will also work. But the weather must be cloudy or cloudy; the sun will not allow you to work with it. Visibility will be minimal, although now there are laser levels that solve this problem.
If each pipe is fixed into the ground in advance, then you will not have to place blocks, and this will save a lot of time.
Making the bottom trim and racks
Several sections of square pipes need to be mounted on the exposed blocks. We recommend using a profile pipe with dimensions of 50 by 50 mm. If more than 10 people will gather in the gazebo, then it is better to take a larger option. Also expect that the thinner the profile pipe, the shorter the service life.
All pipes are laid, then you need to check them horizontally with a level. Weld the entire structure in each corner. You need to make a couple of jumpers from a pipe with dimensions of 40 by 20 mm; they, in turn, will create support between the floor boards and the foundation.
Each pipe must be carefully painted using a primer. Pay special attention to weld seams. The racks have a height of 220 centimeters, this allows you to “not prop up” the roof with your head. These elements can weigh a lot, so they need to be secured additionally. Mounting jibs are an ideal option that can simply be welded and make the structure more rigid.
You need to place the pole straight and check everything using a special plumb line. Again, a magnetic option would be ideal. Each jib must be clamped with a clamp. The pillars will stand almost firmly, at which time you can carry out welding work. An assistant is not needed, at most for insurance, but you can do without it. Boil the pipe around the perimeter, and then further, along with the jibs.
Create the railings and top railing
The ideal height of the railing is a meter, but in some cases it can be less. The railings in general are not the main detail; you can do without them. But the design will look unfinished and raw. In this case, you can simply glaze everything with polycarbonate. These are modern railings. Sometimes an opaque finish is used to cover a certain part of the gazebo from prying eyes.
The middle frame of the railing is best made from a pipe with a diameter of 40 by 20, the cross-section is similar to the top frame. You can weld a couple of posts between them to improve the load-bearing capacity of the structure.
Finish - creating a roof
Roofing is the last stage in our work. For example, if you use bitumen shingles, then the rafter structure can be wooden. The frame can be made of a simple block with dimensions of 75 by 40 mm, for lathing we use soft tiles. That is, lining, this will make the visual characteristics more attractive.
You need to hammer several pieces of wood into each end of the drain so that the plug goes inside the pipe 10 centimeters and this is the minimum. The piece sticks out 5-7 centimeters from the top. The rafters need to be attached to them. If they are too long, they can be cut almost completely. We leave a small part, in case you need to cut a corner.
How to secure the rafters from above?
Cut out four pairs wooden rafters, the length is two and a half meters. They need to be combined with each other as in the picture above. The height from zero to the top point will be a meter. Don't connect everything at once, start with two, then add one at a time. The wood needs to be impregnated with an antiseptic and cut off at the bottom corner, that is, on the ground. After all, working with the rafters at the top will be inconvenient.
We place an auxiliary board in the center, and nail a block onto it, again in the center. The length of the latter is no less than 85 centimeters. Now the entire structure needs to be raised to the top of the gazebo. The top rests on a block - this is the rule. We center the entire structure, using a plumb line we check the verticality and distances from the center to the stop of each leg of the frame. We attach the rafters to each plug, remove the board and trim, and install the sheathing.
And remember that we just gave a standard example of a do-it-yourself metal gazebo. You can choose each material, dimensions and much more yourself. We recommend that you refer to this article, this will help you do the job correctly. But you shouldn’t make it your drawing. Consider your own desires, the characteristics of the site, the climate of your area, soil strength and financial capabilities.
Metal gazebo over the weekend - video
The metal gazebo is a wonderful decoration country house. It diversifies the landscape design, provides shelter from the sun’s rays, and becomes a convenient place for receiving guests.
The most successful option for such a design is considered to be a profile pipe, but first you should develop a drawing of a gazebo from a profile pipe.
Advantages of the profile pipe blanks used
The sizes of gazebos made from profile pipes can be very different: from small to large buildings. Prof. the pipe allows you to realize any fantasy of the master.
Profile pipes have become very popular building materials; they are not expensive to build from, they are easy to use, reliable and last a long time.
The workpiece of any profile is rigid and durable. Its weight is much less than that of analogues of other types of rolled metal products. From all this, the following advantages of this product appear:
- ease of transportation of building materials for construction;
- ample opportunities for developing the shape of the future structure;
- ease of care.
To build a gazebo, it is recommended to use galvanized blanks as the starting material. They eliminate the annual need to repaint the building in places where rust has formed.
Types of structures
The choice of design type is an important point. Because this structure can be permanent or collapsible. The video clearly demonstrates what a dismountable and stationary structure made from a profile pipe looks like, made with your own hands. After studying it, you can choose for yourself the most best option.
Collapsible option
This is a prefabricated installation where the frame is made of square or rectangular pipe products. To cover such a gazebo, plastic or waterproof fabrics are used. This installation has a number of significant advantages: 
- Easy assembly. Even inexperienced beginners can handle it with ease.
- Fast installation. You can assemble such a structure in a few hours.
- This structure can be used from early spring to late autumn. Plastic protects from the harmful effects of wind and rain. To protect the gazebo, it is enough to disassemble it and hide it for storage.
- Another significant advantage is mobility. This gazebo can be easily removed and reinstalled if desired.
- For this structure, there is no need to prepare a foundation or take large-diameter pipes.
Stationary option
This type of building is being installed permanently. For the frame and lintels, steel profiles, brick and wood are used. A prerequisite for construction is the presence of a foundation. The design of this type is complex, and its creation will require more material and time costs than a collapsible gazebo. 
Advantages of a permanent structure:
- The presence of a foundation and profile pipe products give the structure high strength and durability. It can withstand high loads from winds, rainwater and snow.
- During construction it is possible to use different types execution. The building can accommodate furniture, barbecue, and stove. Electricity can be supplied to it. This design can be glazed and heated.
- An additional advantage of the structure is the possibility of implementing various types of design.
Design and development of drawing
How to properly weld a gazebo from a profile pipe to make it strong and reliable? To do this, you first need to carry out preparatory work.
They include drawing up a drawing. This is necessary in order to get an idea of how the future building will look and what details it will contain.
And it doesn’t matter whether it will be compiled for a stationary or collapsible structure. It will help determine the amount of materials needed for the work and what parts will have to be built. The drawings are presented in our article.
An approximate diagram of a rectangular structure made from profile blanks
The drawings of such a building include racks for support (4 or 6), which are fastened with jumpers. In the drawing you need to clearly draw the features of the lower and upper parts of the structure, as well as the supporting elements, frame and roof.
For the strapping and frame, you can take either a profile of the same cross-section or a varied one. It is also important to take into account that the number roof slopes And number of racks should be made the same. Most often, a height of three and a half meters is used for such a gazebo.
IMPORTANT! If a drawing is being developed for a standard gazebo with welded components, then tolerances should be taken into account. Otherwise, in the end the dimensions will not coincide with those indicated in the plan.
Selection of materials
Roof. The most commonly used for this are:
- Profiled sheeting.
- Ondulin.
- Tarpaulin or PVC awning.
- Roof tiles.
Gazebos from prof. pipes and polycarbonate, photos of which can be seen further, is the most common option.
Polycarbonate differs from other materials in its low price, this dictates its high popularity.
It also has a wide range of choices, and can be: matte, glossy, translucent. Buyers can easily choose the option that best suits a specific design solution.
However, this material reacts poorly to low temperatures and experts do not recommend using it for a permanently installed structure. It can serve for a longer period in a collapsible structure.
Walls and partitions. They are made of wood, corrugated pipe, glass, cellular polycarbonate, and even use artistic forging parts.
This choice depends on financial capabilities and desires.
Main stages of work
And now it’s time to look at it in detail. This construction is carried out in the following sequence:
- foundation preparation;
- installation of supports;
- bottom strapping device;
- strapping device at the top;
- securing beams and rafters;
- decoration inside;
- roof sheathing;
- frame covering.
Preparing the site and laying the foundation
Brief plan. According to the plan, markings are made on the ground. In the corners of the rectangle, dig recesses for supports and add a crushed stone layer. Then the profile is placed and filled with cement mortar. The floor of the future gazebo is sprinkled with sand and decorated with any convenient material. This could be, for example: ceramic or paving slabs.
When choosing a location on the site, you need to choose the most picturesque option. A good place to locate the building would be, for example, on the shore. This building is a significant addition to the landscape design, and this should be taken into account.
If the location is chosen, then you can begin preparing the area. Work begins by removing the top layer of soil and clearing plant roots. Markings are applied according to the drawing. After this, a trench is dug for the foundation. Experts advise in such cases to lay columnar foundation.
Holes are drilled in the corners of the building, 60 cm deep. Crushed stone is poured into these recesses 20 cm deep, a profile is installed and filled with concrete. How level the pillars are is checked using a building level.
IMPORTANT! For support posts, the pipe is cut with a margin of 50 cm. It is this part of the pipe that is buried in the foundation. The cross-section of the pipe should be 80x80mm, the wall of the blanks should have a thickness of 2.5mm. To increase the stability of the racks, a heel is welded to them.
After site preparation is completed, the foundation is erected. This work takes place in the following sequence:
- When the trenches are ready, you need to compact the soil.
- Afterwards the support racks are laid.
- Next, the trench is filled with concrete. The solution is prepared in proportions of 1 to 3, and I recommend adding granite screenings to it.
For construction on a metal frame, a columnar foundation is suitable. But, if a grill or barbecue is installed in the building, then you need to fill strip base.
Harness
The excess part of the blanks is cut off with a grinder and welded onto the racks. The cut areas on the workpieces are pre-treated with a file.
Afterwards the harness is assembled at the bottom and top. The blanks are attached at distances that correspond to the size of the cladding material.
If a hexagonal structure is being built, then in addition to pipes, a channel must also be used. In this case, the area is divided into a pole of identical parts, the channel is also cut into equal parts and everything is secured by welding.
Roof
The roof of the gazebo can be made flat or pitched. For the second option, rafters from corrugated pipe are installed and welded. In this case, the blank is used exactly the same as for the main frame.
To build a square or rectangular shape, the rafters are laid out in the shape of a triangle at an angle of approximately 15 degrees. And for flat roofs you can get by with only beams.
If a large structure is being built, where the size of the rafters exceeds one and a half meters, then it is supplemented with spacers. And, using a thin corrugated pipe, they make the lathing in increments of 0.35 m.
Structure walls
It is recommended to decorate the sides. You can make a lattice from the same corrugated pipe that was used for the frame, or you can take thinner products.
For such work, you can take a variety of materials. For example, wood sheathing looks very beautiful. Or you can use polycarbonate sheathing.
Gazebo made of grapes
If a pavilion for grapes appears on a summer cottage, then guests in such a house will be able to not only take a break from the heat in a cozy place, but also enjoy delicious berries. A gazebo for grapes made from a profile pipe will become a real decoration of any home.
IMPORTANT! Fruit-bearing plants require a solid base to grow.
For them you can design:
- Temporary or seasonal structure. This structure made from a profile pipe is a collapsible structure. It is used only in warm weather, and with the arrival of cold weather, it is removed and hidden for storage. A distinctive feature of this option is light weight and mobility. Otherwise, the building will be difficult to disassemble and move. It is also noteworthy that for this type of building there is no need to prepare a foundation.
- Permanent structure. This is a serious structure that requires a base in the form of a foundation and strong supports. How to build it was discussed in the description above.
There are many types of buildings for grapes, we list them below:
- Arched view.
- A trellis made up of two planes.
- Round building.
- A building attached to a house and many others.
Irregular and multi-faceted arbors deserve special attention. In this situation, everything depends on the owner’s imagination and the volume of the yard area.
If you wish, you can make a construction project from a professional designer who can effectively implement the most unusual fantasies. Such professionals are capable of even futuristic solutions.
Yes, such participation will cost money, but in the end the owner receives a design that can surprise others with the scope and unusualness of the solution.
IMPORTANT! The building can be made in any style, but it must correspond to the general design of the site and the house. And grape varieties for such a structure should be selected in accordance with the characteristics of the regional climate.
A do-it-yourself gazebo made from a profile pipe, made according to our drawings and technology, will be an excellent place for your family to relax and an excellent shelter from the hot summer sun.
Here you can grow delicious and sweet grapes for the table with your own hands, which will become not only a delicious treat, but also an additional decoration for your country house.
PostsThere are few things that decorate a dacha or other country property as much as a gazebo of an original design. This makes the surrounding landscape more diverse, allowing you to sit in the shade on a hot day and receive guests outdoors. The most popular gazebo now is made from a profile pipe, especially if it is made by the owner with his own hands. This not only saves money, but also makes the area near the house especially cozy and attractive.
Design options from profiled pipes
The profiled metal pipe has long been appreciated not only by industrialists, but also by private developers. This is a budget material that allows you to produce a wide variety of metal buildings, characterized by various geometries, lightness and high strength. In addition, it is very convenient to cut a pipe with a grinder or even a manual metal cutting machine, weld and bend it with simple bending devices.
This is worth paying attention to! For the manufacture of the frame and racks of the gazebo, it is difficult to choose a more convenient and cheaper material than a profile pipe. The most commonly used options are pipes with a square or rectangular cross-section made of carbon steel.
For the most part, simple structures made from profile pipes on a site near a house look very original, and they can be completed with your own hands in the shortest possible time. An important condition for success in work is the ability to use an arc welding machine and a grinder. If the craftsman does not have a special device, pipe bending can be done manually on suitable durable elements of the site infrastructure.
The material of profile pipes has high strength, and the cross-sectional shape makes products made from them resistant to any vertical and lateral external influences. The practicality of the pipe material lies in its excellent weldability, ease of cutting with a grinder and bending. If we add to this the low cost of profiled pipes compared to any other structural steel profiles, then this material has practically no competitors.
The main qualities of profile pipes in relation to the construction of a gazebo:
- small weight;
- long service life;
- low price of materials;
- fire safety.
Various cross-sectional options for profiled metal pipes
It should be added to this list that if you make a gazebo yourself from a profile pipe, then no periodic inspections or repairs are required. The material is absolutely reliable, easy to paint and allows the craftsman to independently design any form of structure.
Design and assembly
Any serious construction is preceded by a process of design, development of drawings, diagrams and specific detailing. All these steps are also appropriate when making a gazebo near your home.
Construction design
Any construction begins with a project, and it doesn’t matter whether everything will be done with your own hands or you will have to hire craftsmen with professional skills. Before you make a sketch or detailed drawing of the gazebo, you need to decide on its dimensions, dimensions, structural posts and types of fasteners. It is also necessary to choose the optimal method of mounting wall and roof elements into a common frame and methods of attaching auxiliary materials to profile pipes.
One of the options for a gazebo made using bent profile elements
It is convenient to develop and study diagrams consisting of different angles, which show both the general view of the structure and its details. The detailing should list the parameters of all structural elements, including the harness, and their cross-section and length. If the performer of the work does not have the opportunity to develop his own project, you can use ready-made drawings, only proportionally increasing or decreasing the dimensions of all structural elements.
Treat with special attention! When drawing up a drawing of a gazebo, all calculations should be made accurately, since the cost of purchasing the necessary materials depends on this. In addition, the reliability and service life of the structure, its aesthetics and appearance.
When drawing up a plan, you can turn to specialists who will provide effective and very significant assistance in design.
Experts know for sure that working from a finished drawing is much easier than solving all design issues directly during construction. This saves the craftsman from a lot of rework and unnecessary costs for consumables.
Drawings and diagrams
Having decided to build a gazebo near the house, you need to determine in advance the type of its structure, roof, foundation and sketch it on paper in the form of a sketch or drawing. This will allow you to avoid many mistakes and rework during the work process and plan in advance the exact amount of materials to be purchased.
It is useful to carefully consider the various drawings of gazebos made of steel profile pipes, the designs of which are presented in detail on the relevant websites on the Internet.
Designs of the simplest frames of gazebos made of profile pipes
The currently popular shapes of gazebos made of profiled metal pipes are square, rectangular and hexagonal. The simple geometry of a metal frame structure with rafters will significantly save not only working time, but also the cost of purchasing materials.
Useful advice! If you do not have sufficient experience in manufacturing metal structures of original shape, then square or rectangular layouts gazebos They are easier to design and then assemble
More simple Constructive decisions– hexagonal and rectangular frames
The construction work process is greatly simplified if a suitable option for the shape of the gazebo and its roof is selected in advance and a drawing of the frame structure is made. In this case, pipe cutting can be done directly at the commercial warehouse upon purchase. For a small additional payment, auxiliary workers will cut standard pipe crossbars to the required dimensions. This is especially convenient because it is rarely possible to place workpieces longer than that in a regular passenger car, and hiring a special vehicle to deliver materials home will be expensive.
The master can be greatly helped by videos that show in detail various schemes of gazebos made from corrugated pipe and step by step actions during their construction:
Tools for building a gazebo
Preparing the necessary tools for work is the last step before performing the work. To get everything done quickly and with minimal effort, everything necessary tools and the materials must be at hand by the master. We list the main tools and materials:
- drill with drills of various diameters for drilling steel;
- angle grinder (grinder);
- welding machine;
- frame elements made of profile pipes;
- a set of self-tapping screws and thermal washers.
Self-tapping screws and thermal washers must have the same color as the finishing material that will cover the outside of the gazebo made from a profile pipe.
Necessary materials
To mount and install a metal gazebo on your plot of land, you need to use metal pipes different sections. Their thickness should not be less than 2 mm, as this will not only ensure sufficient strength of the frame under any external loads, but will also facilitate welding of the elements. If you use pipes with a thickness of less than 2 mm, then during welding there will often be burnouts of the walls of the elements being connected, and the quality of the welds, even from a professional welder, will leave much to be desired.
It is better to make racks or pillars of the frame from square pipes measuring at least 50x50 mm, and the roof sheathing, various lintels and side fencing can be made from smaller elements. For this option, rectangular profiles with dimensions of 30x20 or 40x20 mm are more suitable.
Profile pipes for gazebos of different sections and sizes
To make it simpler, easier and more accurate to cut steel crossbars, posts and rafters to specified sizes, you will need a grinder. The same tool can be used to process and grind welds and joints. Where the pipes are connected to each other and to other materials using bolts, it will be necessary to drill with a drill.
To weld the gazebo frame from a profile pipe, it is better to use inverter electric arc welding, which allows you to obtain aesthetically pleasing seams with high strength. In addition, devices of this design are more economical in energy consumption than welding transformers. If we take into account the fact that an inverter welding machine weighs several times less than a transformer welding machine, the choice of the master always remains with the inverter.
Layout on the ground
An important detail of the project is to correctly plan the location of the gazebo on the territory near the house. If there is a body of water, then the best place is right on its edge. Better place for a structure, this is a hill from which not only the entire site, but also the surrounding area is clearly visible.
According to the requirements of landscape design, a gazebo should decorate the area adjacent to it, and not spoil its appearance. If a location is chosen, you should prepare the construction site by removing the turf from the soil around the perimeter of the future foundation of the structure. Then support pillars are dug in along the marking line to a depth of 50 cm or more.
Gazebos made from corrugated steel pipes that fit well into landscape design terrain
When designing, gazebo posts made from profile pipes must have a length that takes into account the digging depth; their cross-section is usually selected in the range of 60 - 60 mm with a square cross-section with a wall thickness of 2.5 to 3 millimeters. To prevent the gazebo from tilting in one direction over time, transverse plates called heels are welded from below to the uprights. They do not allow the pillars to settle in the soil, thereby maintaining the horizontality of the sheathing belts.
Popularity of profile pipe building material quite difficult to overestimate. It is used quite often not only because of its low price, but also largely due to its characteristics - strength, durability, and practicality. Gazebos made of profile pipes and covered with polycarbonate are especially attractive. This design decorates country cottage area, and also represents a cozy place for gatherings with friends. Any gazebo made from a profile pipe, no matter what its shape, must be built according to certain principles.
Design Features
When planning a gazebo, you should choose the type of structure. There are such buildings:
- stationary;
- collapsible
The latter have a prefabricated frame on which the roof is installed. This structure is covered with plastic or water-repellent fabric (as in the photo).
Collapsible structures have the following advantages:
- Easy to install. To install such a gazebo you will not need any special skills, and the process will not take more than 3 hours.
- Portable. The gazebo can be assembled and moved to another place at any time.
- Economical. Due to the fact that such a structure most often does not have a floor or foundation, a minimum of materials can be used.
It is better to connect all nodes on which increased load will be created using bolts. Those parts that will experience structural pressure are fastened with pins. Stationary gazebos are carried out thoroughly. Before construction begins, the foundation is poured. Such designs last quite a long time. The frame and partitions are usually made of profile pipes.
It is much more difficult to build such a gazebo than a prefabricated one. However, it also has more advantages:
- Durability. A gazebo made from a profile pipe can last more than 10 years. This is ensured by the reliable connection of each part, as well as a solid foundation. The design is not afraid of rain and snow and can withstand large temperature differences.
- A stationary gazebo is usually made with an original design. Such buildings can be open or closed. You can also install a stove inside the gazebo and arrange the necessary pieces of furniture.
- Possibility of original arrangement of the inside of the gazebo.
If construction experience various designs is not enough, it is better to choose a simple one. It can be round or rectangular. To create a simple design, you can choose a hexagon. In this case, it is necessary to complete the drawing.
Types and properties of pipes
Profile pipes last a long time, and the structures made from them are light and practical. Such products are a kind of tunnels made of metal. They can have a square or rectangular cross-section. Profile pipes have the following advantages:
- long service life;
- large range of models;
- ease of installation;
- ability to withstand adverse environmental conditions.
Also, profile pipes are easy to process. They are very easy to bend and cut. Profile pipes can be made of plastic and aluminum. The latter have a fairly high price. This material is often chosen for constructing the frame of gazebos.
Advantages of aluminum products:
- environmental friendliness;
- fairly good resistance to precipitation;
- presentable appearance;
- ease of construction of various structures;
- resistance to rust.
Plastic pipes are not very durable. However, each type of such pipes can be used to build a gazebo.
Plastic pipes made of polyvinyl chloride also have their advantages. They are inexpensive, easy to install, and can be used in structures without a foundation. Often different elements are made of different plastics. The frame is made of durable plastic, and material with less strength is used as decorative element. How to make a gazebo from corrugated pipe? Before starting work, you should understand the drawing.
Drawing
First you need to prepare a drawing of the future gazebo. This is necessary to accurately imagine what the structure will look like. This applies to both prefabricated and stationary structures. Based on the drawn diagram, you will be able to understand how much material is needed, as well as what elements need to be prepared.
The drawing includes support posts, lintels, and a roof. All these details must be well drawn. The pipes selected for the frame and piping can be of the same cross-section. The number of racks is equal to the number of roof slopes. The gazebo usually rises 3.5 m above the ground.
The roof for the gazebo is made with one or two slopes. Dome and hip roofs have become widespread. However, their construction requires certain skills. A photo of such a roof can be seen below.
Advice! When making a design drawing, it is worth taking into account tolerances. This applies to structures that will be welded. If this is not done, the dimensions of the gazebo after construction may differ from those in the diagram.
Necessary materials
When planning to build a gazebo, it is important to consider the materials from which the roof will be created. There are many options:
- Cellular polycarbonate. It is one of the cheapest. However, it is worth remembering that the material does not tolerate severe frosts, is also short-lived and is more suitable for prefabricated structures.
- Ondulin - has good resistance to atmospheric conditions and is quite easy to install.
- The tiles have an attractive appearance and a rich color palette.
- Tarpaulin is an excellent option when constructing a collapsible structure.
Walls are usually built from wood, polycarbonate, glass or profile pipe. Forged elements look great.
Mandatory items that are placed inside the gazebo are a table and chairs (or benches). They are made from boards. You also need to buy materials for pouring the foundation. The columnar base is made of brick and concrete. The floor is made from wooden planks. The covering can also be made of tiles. It's quite expensive, but practical.
The most affordable option is a gazebo covered with polycarbonate. You may need to purchase additional protective equipment. It is better to treat the pipes with special anti-corrosion agents.
This will help prevent them from rusting. Wooden elements should be treated with antiseptics to prevent the development of fungus and rot. One of the main advantages of polycarbonate is its large selection various types. It can be transparent, matte, glossy.
Tools that will be needed to make the structure:
- welding machine;
- shovel;
- electric drill;
- Bulgarian.
The photo below shows a large design that is lightweight and practical.
Subtleties of calculation
To find out the price of materials, it is better to visit the construction market. The cost of different materials varies from time to time. The first thing you can do is decide on the number of necessary elements.
The following materials are included in the estimate:
- pipes 50x50 mm - they will be used as supports;
- screws and drills;
- plywood sheets;
- polycarbonate required for roofing and external cladding;
- profiles for rafters;
- pipes with a cross section of 40x20, which are useful for piping;
- welding machine with electrodes;
- crushed stone and concrete;
- boards;
- waterproofing film.
The bulk of the funds will be spent on the purchase of pipes. If you want to save on delivery, you should purchase materials with a small reserve.
Construction stages
You can build a gazebo from a profile pipe with your own hands. The work algorithm is quite simple. It includes the following stages:
- pouring the base;
- installation of the lower trim and supports - they are usually made from a large-section profile pipe;
- installation of the top trim, which will increase the strength of the structure;
- laying the rafters necessary for the construction of the roof;
- interior finishing - lining the frame from the inside;
- roof sheathing.
At each stage, you need to perform certain actions that will make the construction process quick and convenient.
Pouring the foundation
You can make a columnar or strip foundation under the gazebo. In the second case, markings are first applied to the ground, which must correspond to the construction plan. In the corners it is necessary to dig holes for supports, and then fill in crushed stone cushions. After this, a profile is inserted into the holes and concrete is poured. After this, the area under the gazebo must be filled with sand, and then the reinforcement must be laid and filled with concrete.
Harness
To construct the piping, pipes must be welded to the racks. The sections are processed using a file. After this you will need to assemble the upper and lower trims.
You can build gazebos from a profile pipe with your own hands quite quickly.
Roof
The roof can be made flat or gable. If you choose the option with slopes, it is better to make the rafters from the same profile pipes as the frame. If the building is square, it is better to make rafters with an angle of 10-15 degrees. When constructing a flat roof, installing beams will suffice.
Polycarbonate is secured with self-tapping screws. If necessary, additional rafters are installed in the spaces between the rafters or beams. They are connected to the upper trim by welding. This makes the structure more durable. This also increases the reliability of fastening the roofing material.
When planning a large structure and rafter lengths of more than 1.5 m, it is better to weld additional spacers. The lathing is made of thin profile pipes. The space between them should be about 35 cm. This measure will prevent the polycarbonate sheets from deforming.
If there are many edges, the rafters are mounted around an axis. To build a roof with a slope, you should make the central post higher than the rest. Polycarbonate can be fixed to thermal washers. First, lay a sheet on top of the sheathing, and then drill holes for the fasteners and fix it to the rafters.
Walls
In order for a gazebo made from a profile pipe to look impressive, its side parts must be decorated. A grid is usually used for this purpose. It is created either from a smaller profile pipe or from wood. Also an excellent option would be to plant a climbing plant near the gazebo.
As you can see, it is easy to make a gazebo from a profile pipe. To do this, you will need to select the necessary materials, as well as draw up an accurate work plan. In the absence of experience welding work It's better to invite a professional.
It’s hard to imagine a dacha without a gazebo where the family gathers in the evenings. Until recently, they were built with their own hands from wood. However, watered by rain, scorched by the sun, and tormented by frost in winter, such a structure requires constant maintenance and annual repairs. Metal gazebos are 100% immune to these scourges. They do not rot, do not dry out, do not swell, and do not crack in the cold. Therefore, a welded gazebo is more durable and does not require maintenance and repair.
All gazebos are divided into three types:
- Open type. A solid foundation is not required for its construction. Even an inexperienced person can build such a welded gazebo for a summer residence. However, it is possible to spend pleasant time there only in good weather.
- Closed type. This design looks like a small house. You can relax in it in any weather, but construction will require more time, materials, and professionalism. If you plan to install a barbecue or stove, you will have to build a chimney.
- Semi-closed type. In this option, part of the space is closed with walls, which allows the feast to continue even when it starts to rain.
The complexity of the design depends on the shape. She may be:
- Rectangular. The most popular option, as the simple structure is easy to erect.
- Round takes 2nd place in the popularity ranking.
- The polyhedral shape is constructed with 5, 6 or 8 corners.
- The combined design consists of sections of different shapes. Sometimes they are placed in steps.
- Corner varieties with different degrees of solution have two sides forming an angle.
Selection of profile pipe
In order for the structure to be strong, the wall thickness of the load-bearing elements must be at least 2 mm. For small frames with a roof made of lightweight materials, metal posts with a cross section of 50x50 mm are sufficient. For massive structures, the size increases to 75x75 mm. The size of the section is adjusted depending on the weight of the wall material if it is planned to build a closed gazebo.
In any case, for the lower base, a profile with dimensions of at least 60×60 mm is selected. For the top trim of the frame, depending on the size of the gazebo, pipes with a cross-section from 20×30 to 50×50 mm are selected. The railings are made from profiles 40×20 and 20×20 mm.
How to make a gazebo from a profile pipe: step-by-step instructions
If you have a little experience working with an inverter and know how to weld a gazebo from profile pipes, it is not difficult to build it yourself. After choosing the design and installation location, design and construction begin.
Dimensions
If the gazebo can accommodate no more than 8 people, it is classified as small. The dimensions of such structures range from 2×2 to 3×4 m. The advantage is the possibility of installation in small areas.
Medium-sized gazebos ranging in size from 4×4 to 4×6 m. This classic version. There is also a place for them on any site, but they are more spacious.
Gazebos with dimensions starting from 6x6 m are considered large. They can comfortably accommodate 10 people. However, you will have to allocate a lot of space for their construction, especially for multifaceted structures.
When choosing a height, they rely on building codes, which indicate a minimum value of 2.2 m. After choosing the parameters, a drawing is drawn up indicating the dimensions. However, it is easier to choose a suitable option on the Internet and rework it to suit your conditions.
Foundation
Small gazebos are usually installed without a foundation in a place cleared of debris and vegetation. Before installation, it is laid out with paving stones or paving slabs. To install medium gazebos, holes are dug into which racks are installed and concreted. Then the frame elements are welded to them.
Large gazebos are installed on columnar or strip foundations; sometimes a monolithic concrete slab is constructed. The frame is assembled separately and fastened after welding the lower trim and racks. The remaining elements are installed on site.
Bottom harness
This is usually not done at gazebos with walled up posts. Sometimes, to increase the strength of the frame, the racks at the bottom are connected with pieces of pipe. They are installed at a height that does not make it difficult to step over.
In all other cases, the lower trim is welded on a flat surface. Before starting assembly, it is necessary to check the accuracy of the angles, especially for multifaceted structures. If you plan to lay the floor from boards or plywood, a pair of crossbars from a pipe of a smaller cross-section are welded. To protect against corrosion, the lower surface is immediately treated with a primer. It will be difficult to perform this operation on an assembled frame.
Installation of vertical posts and top trim
Before welding, using a construction level gauge or plumb line, the racks are set strictly perpendicular to the bottom harness. To fix them in this position, temporary jibs secured with clamps are used. First, the corner posts are welded. After connecting them in the upper part with pipe sections, intermediate posts are installed between the piping. Their number depends on the length of the gazebo, but at least two on each side for rectangular structures.
Railings and frame painting
To protect the frame of the gazebo from corrosion, it must be painted. All surfaces are thoroughly cleaned of dirt and rust, and welded seams are cleaned of scale. After degreasing, a primer is applied. When it dries, it is painted in the desired color, preferably in two layers.
Making a roof
The simplest design is a single-slope one. For it, a quadrangular truss with rafters is welded, to which it is attached roofing material. However, a gable roof looks better. It can be assembled from straight or arched rafters. On a rectangular gazebo, a four-slope structure, assembled from two trapezoidal and a pair of triangular slopes, looks good. Original hip roof for the gazebo, it is assembled from triangular slopes connected at the top point.
To cover the roof use:
- Bituminous shingles. It is available in different colors and shapes. Due to its low weight, a reinforced truss is not required.
- Roofing iron is durable and wear-resistant, but due to its considerable weight, the strength of the frame and truss will have to be increased.
- Corrugated sheeting is inexpensive and easy to install.
- Polycarbonate sheets are durable and light in weight.
- Wood covering is suitable for any landscape design.
- Slate and roofing felt. Time-tested, inexpensive roofing materials.
Floor and wall finishing
The flooring material is selected depending on preferences and financial capabilities. To cover the surface choose:
- porcelain stoneware or paving slabs;
- special floor paving stones;
- terrace or deck board;
- garden parquet.
Wooden materials are treated with an antiseptic before laying. A concrete base is prepared for laying the tiles.
Lining is used for wall cladding, edged board, polycarbonate, corrugated sheet. Wooden grilles assembled from slats look beautiful. Sometimes the cladding is done in the form of a hedge. When using wooden materials, it should be taken into account that they will have to be periodically treated with an antifungal compound.
Additions for comfort and aesthetics
Nowadays it’s a rare meeting of friends without barbecue. Therefore, a grill or barbecue in the gazebo or next to it will be useful. If feasts are not held often, it is better to get a portable barbecue. To ensure that the necessary dishes and utensils are at hand, you should make a shelf for them above the table. If possible, you can install a small refrigerator to store drinks and marinated meat. It is better to furnish a small gazebo with transformable furniture or make benches that can be retracted under the table.
To make a gazebo made from a profile pipe more attractive, it is decorated with forged products. They can depict flowers, animals, patterns. Such products cost a decent amount, but for the sake of beauty it is worth purchasing several pieces. As a last resort, you can insert elegantly bent pipes into the frame.
Conclusion
The owners of summer cottages that are not guarded in winter, in order to protect the gazebos from dashing people who can dismantle them for scrap metal, make collapsible structures. They consist of welded modules connected by bolts. A collapsible frame made of profile pipes is covered on top and on the sides with a quickly removable canvas made of tarpaulin, polyester, or polyvinyl chloride. The frame of a rectangular gazebo is assembled from 4 modules, and the hexagonal one - from 6.
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