Furniture for the gazebo: varieties, options, DIY

Handmade items are distinguished by their exquisite appearance, practicality, durability and functionality. This also applies to garden furniture.
If you have a gazebo at your summer cottage, it’s time to think about building a wooden table.

You can make it yourself in a short time if you select materials, tools and draw a sketch in advance.

Design

Having decided to build an outdoor table for a gazebo with your own hands, decide on its:

• 
  design;

• manufacturing materials;
• dimensions;
• type of construction.

This furniture must be of good quality, roomy and reliable. After all, your family members or close friends will regularly gather at this table.

When choosing the type of construction, it is worth considering that it could be:

• folding model . Its main advantage is its compactness and ergonomics. You can take such furniture with you on vacation or on a picnic;
• transformer . This design also has a folding mechanism. The advantages of transformable furniture include the fact that it can be folded out not only as a table, but also into a bench or any other piece of furniture;
• stationary _ This type cannot be transported. It is quite massive and heavy.

The types of wooden tables for gazebos are:

• on one leg in the center;
• with three legs;
• classic with four supports;
• octagonal structures.

Advice . Another important criterion is the number of people who will use the table at the same time.

Ready-made options - we buy with calculation

If you have no desire to work with your own hands, or you like more sophisticated furniture options, consider ready-made furniture for a gazebo. Let's start with the plastic ones - don't rush to snort contemptuously, these don't have to be the cheap plastic chairs and tables that the owners of seasonal cafes love to install. Plastic furniture for a gazebo can imitate the appearance of vines, wood, and openwork patterns.

In addition to the decorative component, plastic is most often purchased because of its practicality - the furniture is very light, which means it will be easy to move into the house during a long absence, it is not afraid of precipitation and heat, and even direct sunlight for a long time cannot harm it. A wide range of colors and low cost - these advantages also cannot be forgotten.

Basalt fiber has relatively recently appeared on the furniture market. Futuristic products that seem to be woven from lace fabric are actually incredibly durable and very light. Basalt fiber in its qualities is in many ways similar to plastic, but at the same time the material is completely natural, and, according to some manufacturers, it is able to neutralize harmful radiation. Whether this is true or not is difficult to prove, but it is a fact that basalt is completely harmless.

The most important advantage of basalt furniture for a gazebo is its durability. It is not affected by microorganisms, moisture, temperatures, there is no need to paint it and put it indoors for the winter, unless you are leaving for a long time. So far, gazebo furniture is represented by a few manufacturers and importers, and it remains quite expensive. Perhaps this drawback will go away over time.

By choosing furniture made of plastic and basalt fiber, you get, first of all, no problems in operation. It is lightweight, and therefore can be installed on the lawn without fear of damaging the green covering. It is easy to bring into the house and does not need to be coated with paint or varnish from time to time.

Wood species

When choosing materials for construction, it is worth considering the following criteria:

• 
  strength;

• durability;
• resistance to negative factors;
• wear resistance;
• ease of processing; naturalness and environmental friendliness.

If you choose wood, it could be pine, larch or oak . These materials have a special aroma and unique texture.

When choosing material for construction, pay attention to:

• quality . The parts must be free of defects and flaws. Check if the tree is damaged by insects or rot;
• Conifers are softer. They are pleasant and easy to work with;
• hardwoods are considered the most profitable. Products made from them are durable and reliable.

Reference . Most often, furniture is made from pear, cherry, ash, and birch.

Types of tables for gazebos

Based on the shape of the tabletop, there are 3 types of tables:

• square (rectangular);
• round;
• polygonal.

Round tables are considered the most popular and convenient. The smooth shape makes them ideal for all types of gazebos.

Several materials can be used in the manufacture of tables: metal, plastic, wood, as well as their combinations. Each option has its pros and cons. Metal tables are durable, but they are expensive and get very hot in hot weather. Plastic options are inexpensive, but will not last long.

The combination of wooden tabletops or seats with brick bases looks very interesting, especially if the same materials were used in the construction of the gazebo.

Wood is considered the most affordable material for making gazebo furniture. Wood is environmentally friendly, easy to process, and has an affordable price. A wooden table can be bought at any specialized retail outlet, but the owner’s special pride will be furniture made with his own hands.

Drawing

Once the materials for construction have been selected and the design has been determined, you can begin to create a drawing. It is necessary to indicate all the dimensions and dimensions of the table. In this case, be sure to take into account the size of the gazebo in which it will be located. Also in the drawing it is worth indicating the methods of fastening, the total cost of the product, and all the exact calculations.

If you do not have special skills in creating drawings of furniture items, it is better to use a ready-made one, since even small errors can lead to serious consequences.

Reference . The optimal table height is 80 cm.

Main varieties

The design of the furniture, as a rule, should fully correspond to the design of the gazebo. To a greater extent, this concerns the materials that were used in the construction of the building.

In general, garden furniture can be divided into several types according to configuration and materials used.

Hexagonal table

1. It is recommended to use only homogeneous materials in the gazebo. For example, if a summerhouse is made of wood, then the furniture used in the room should also be wooden. However, furniture for gazebos with metal bases must have an appropriate frame.
2. The width of the benches should not cause discomfort. That is, if a person who is not overweight feels comfortable on a seat with a width of 40-60 cm, then for people with such problems this value will need to be slightly increased (usually up to 10 cm).
3. Furniture can be either built-in or portable. In the process of constructing a gazebo, it is necessary to decide in advance whether this furniture will be transported in the future or not. In the event that it becomes necessary to install it only after construction is completed. When transportation is not planned, the best option is to install interior items during the construction process.
4. The most convenient forms. It is recommended to use a table of the same shape in a hexagonal gazebo, which, in some cases, can be replaced with a round one. In rectangular buildings, an oval or gazebo-shaped table should be installed. As a result, the tabletop inside the structure should ideally match the shape of the gazebo.

To simplify the choice of furniture, you should pay special attention to the main interior items.

Drawings are important for DIY wood products. That is, without a clear diagram it is impossible to make high-quality furniture.

Plastic table

Table

As a rule, the table is the main detail of any interior. As the most versatile item, you can use a plastic table, which has an extremely low cost and initially has the required shape. However, with this approach, the main thing that is required to create an ideal interior in a gazebo disappears - creativity.

Materials and drawing

Log table

Before you start making furniture, you need to prepare the materials for their creation.

The simplest option is a base in the form of a log, cut in half horizontally. Of course, in this case the entire surface must be properly processed with a plane. Upon completion, you should install the resulting part on the leg. The result should be a structure capable of performing the functions of a table.

Making Tips

It is important to note that if you use a log as a tabletop and make only one leg, the structure will be extremely unreliable.

To create a truly stable and comfortable structure, it is recommended to use pre-prepared boards and beams. When creating such a table, measurements deserve special attention.

When making countertops, it is best to use expensive wood, of course, if you have the means to do so.

Table layout

By the time you purchase building materials to create a wooden product with your own hands, the drawing should already be ready. Directly on the diagram you need to place all the data on the calculations of the required materials.

Chair

The gazebo chair has many nuances in its structure. In addition, to make a full-fledged folding chair you need the following tools:

• chisel;
• paint or varnish;
• pass cutters;
• drill or screwdriver;
• sander;
• searls of various diameters;
• jigsaw;
• wood screws;
• plane.

Assembly tools

After preparing the above tools, you should figure out the dimensions of the future structure.

Dimensions

The size of each part for a folding chair must be measured down to the smallest detail. In general, it is necessary to adhere to the following values ​​(timber 25×40):

• back – length 42 cm;
• seat – length 31.5 cm, 2 pieces;
• long leg – length 91 cm, 2 pieces;
• short leg – length 55.7 cm, 2 pieces;
• jumper – length 34 cm.

It is also worth noting the jumper with a diameter of 18 mm and a length of 34 cm in the amount of 3 pieces.

Ordinary gazebo chair

For complete fastening you will need the following parts:

• bolts with a diameter of 8 mm, a length of 70 mm in the amount of 2 pieces;
• furniture dowels with a diameter of 10 mm and a length of 50 mm in the amount of 2 pieces;
• card loop in the amount of 2 pieces;
• washers with a diameter of 8 mm in the amount of 6 pieces;
• stud with diameter 8 mm, length 470 mm and double-sided thread;
• cap nuts in the amount of 4 pieces;
• waterproof glue for working with wood.

After preparing all the components, you need to begin the process of assembling the folding chair for the gazebo.

Manufacturing

Chair drawing

Like any other garden furniture, you need to make a chair yourself. To do this, of course, you will need a detailed drawing involving the use of initially prepared parts. To avoid any mistakes later, it is recommended to strictly follow the instructions.

1. Using a support block, you need to connect the groove with the slats.
2. The installed parts must be carefully glued.
3. The holes at the ends of the chair seat (depth 30 mm) must be filled with furniture dowels.

After the completed steps, the first stage of manufacturing can be considered completed. Next you need to assemble the chair frame.

1. The uprights must be connected to the back using glue, while the underside must be connected using a cross member.
2. The seat dowels must be installed in the guide grooves on the legs.
3. A stud is installed under the chair seat and M8 nuts are screwed onto it on both sides.
4. Cross members must be glued to the rear legs.
5. The back and front legs are connected in such a way that the structure takes on the appearance of a folding chair.
6. As a final step, you need to attach the seat to the rear legs using card loops.

To make the finished product more impressive, you can paint the structure in any convenient color.

Folding chair

It is important to note that any furniture for a gazebo requires additional treatment with protective agents.

How to do it?

Now you can proceed directly to manufacturing all the parts and assembling the table. The wooden table will consist of:

• countertops;
• rectangular box;
• legs

The table assembly stage begins with:

1. 
   Processing all parts with a plane .
   The products are brought to a flawless appearance using a grinding machine. In case of hard-to-reach places, use sandpaper. With its help, we will remove all burrs and irregularities.

2. When processing parts, do not forget about the ends with corners .
3. To make the tabletop look more aesthetically pleasing, experts recommend using tongue and groove boards . With their help, you will assemble a tabletop without flaws, defects or scratches.
4. To make a tabletop, we take sanded boards and connect them together with thin wooden planks. Its shape can be any: oval, rectangular, square, octagonal.
5. We cut out the legs to the desired shape and sand them.
6. We make a box for the top trim. First we build a rectangular box. Its size should be slightly smaller than the size of the tabletop. The box is made from durable and thick boards that are butt-joined.

Important. The legs of the product should be strong, but not too massive. Their main task is to withstand quite a lot of weight.

After this, you can proceed directly to the assembly:

1. We attach the legs to the rectangular box . They are inserted inside the rectangle at the corners and secured with metal corners and self-tapping screws.
2. To give the structure strength, it is recommended to attach the boards to the inside of the legs with self-tapping screws.
3. The last stage of assembly is the installation of the countertop . We attach the previously made tabletop to the manufactured box with legs and fasten it using a drill with self-tapping screws.

As a result of your efforts, you will get a durable gazebo table made of natural wood.

Furniture making

As already mentioned, furniture can be made from different materials. You will not find any special requirements or rules. Moreover, you can combine some materials or use unusual ones. For example, you can make a table in a combination of brick and wood and the like. But the advantage is always given to the tree. And this is not surprising, because wood is an environmentally friendly material. Not many tools are needed for the job, and in particular:

• Hacksaw.
• Hammer.
• Chisel.
• Ax and other carpentry tools.

Let's look at an example of making a hexagonal tabletop. To do this, you need to prepare 11 boards of different lengths: 2 – 1200 mm, 8 – 1400 mm and 1 – 1500 mm. The tabletop will be made from this material. Lay the boards on a flat horizontal surface. Lay a frame of beams on top of them. Everything must be fastened with screws or nails. Next, use a hacksaw to cut out the desired shape. You can use three or four legs for the table. The main thing is that it is stable. After finishing the work, it is necessary to treat the tabletop with several layers of varnish.

Now let's look at how to make a bench for a gazebo or veranda. The bench can be made from high-quality lumber, or from scrap wood. The location of the shops may vary. For example, on both sides of the table, if it has a square or rectangular shape. There can also be benches along the entire inner perimeter of the future gazebo. If you have an open gazebo or veranda, then the benches can be portable. In any case, benches and benches should be installed so that the table is easy to reach. Plus, the length of the bench should correspond to the size of the tabletop.

To make a bench you need 4 legs and a wooden seat. Alternatively, the bench can be made from logs. For example, put a log and plan out the shape of the seats in it. It will look very original. In addition, boards can be nailed to the log, which will form a wooden seat. As for the table, you can also add that they can be folding.

Finishing of wooden surfaces

After assembling the table, all you have to do is finish the finishing work:

1. All corners are rounded
   using an electric jigsaw .

2. The chamfers are removed from the edges of the tabletop .
3. The screws are tightened and the structure is polished .
4. If during the manufacturing process of a piece of furniture chips, cracks and scratches appear on the product, they must be puttied .
5. We remove all dust and shavings from the parts and wipe the table with a damp cloth.

Now you can start decorating.

Important.

Before starting to manufacture furniture from boards, they must be treated with special means to prevent damage to the material. Treating wood with antiseptics will extend its service life.

You can decorate a table into a gazebo using:

• varnish;
• stains;
• paints.

The stain will give the furniture a rich color. The varnish will not only create a flawless glossy surface, but will also protect the wood from the negative effects of an aggressive environment. In any case, finishing will extend the life of the furniture item, give it aesthetics, and will favorably promote outdoor use.

In addition to all the above methods of decorating a wooden table, some people choose burning. You can burn ornaments, patterns and various designs onto the tabletop, and then simply coat the product with varnish.

In conclusion, we can say that a careful approach, correctly selected materials and the availability of all tools will make the work process pleasant and efficient. As a result of your efforts, you will get a designer table for a gazebo, around which you can gather your nearest and dearest people on holidays and weekends.

Advice . Outdoors, you may find cemetery and camping tables useful.

Natural product – furniture made of rattan and wicker

Rattan furniture is for those who prefer natural materials. The rattan palm, from which strips suitable for furniture are made, is a tropical vine that can grow to a height of up to two hundred meters! Rattan fabric can be openwork or dense, voluminous or completely flat. Larger stems serve as the basis for a frame, onto which furniture elements are attached using wooden pins or strips of leather. All joints are masked with skillful weaving.

A lot of furniture and numerous accessories are made from rattan. The cost of furniture for a gazebo will be quite high, but excellent quality, lightness and long service life will compensate for your costs. True, this material cannot be left in the rain for a long time; from time to time you will need to renew the varnish layer. But the look of such furniture is simply luxurious.

Wicker furniture is historically our analogue to rattan. Exquisite armchairs and tables are woven from wicker - they fit perfectly into the landscape and are quite durable. The items are light in weight, and therefore will be easy to hide under a canopy during rainfall. This is a must if you want to use this furniture for a long time.

The disadvantages of furniture for a gazebo made of rattan and wicker include its difficult repair. If it becomes loose or loses strength, only an experienced craftsman can put it in order.

Massive furniture from rounded logs can be made for closed gazebos. In this case, you will get a durable and very beautiful environment, which is so close to us in spirit. The most important thing is that, having a hammer, a circular saw or a regular hacksaw on hand, you can easily make a table and comfortable, durable benches with your own hands. When installing such furniture on the ground, ensure reliable protection of the wood from moisture - even if the soil is wet, the wood may begin to rot. Wood is a warm, living material that fills the air with pleasant aromas. This is why he has been loved throughout the centuries.

Metal is another good option for semi-closed and closed gazebos. Metal furniture is highly durable and, with proper protection, durable. Purely metal furniture will be too cold, but in combination with wood the problem will be solved. Tables and chairs made of wood and metal frames are very affordable, durable and have a very good appearance.

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Other options for formatting results:

Wooden portable table

A portable table made of boards is a strong, stable, reliable and lightweight structure. The dimensions of the tabletop must correspond to the dimensions of the gazebo itself.

Assembly steps

Table top:

1. Mark the required length of the boards.
2. Cut the material.
3. Secure the boards.
4. Using self-tapping screws, install several guide bars on the back side of the structure.

Legs:

1. The table legs are made of the same material as the tabletop.
2. The number of supports depends on the size and shape of the table.
3. The legs of the structure must be stable.
4. When installing supports, the floor level should be taken into account. The slope of the surface must be compensated by different lengths of the legs.

Each element of the future table must be thoroughly polished and treated with an antiseptic!

At the end of assembly, at least 2 layers of varnish must be applied to the product.

Hexagon table

A table on two legs with six sides is an excellent choice for a small gazebo.

The manufacture of a hexagonal table is preceded by certain preparation. It is necessary to draw up an accurate drawing of the product, make calculations, cut and process the material. Build process:

1. Draw a circle on the ground and mark the corners of the future tabletop.
2. Using self-tapping screws, secure the outer row of boards.
3. Take 6 boards and fix them to each other in the longitudinal direction according to the following scheme: one end is attached in the center, the other in the corners.
4. Lay out transverse rows of boards, starting with the outer row.
5. Make legs and secure them on the inside.

Timber table

For work you will need from three to five beams.

An example of a rectangular table made of natural timber

A strong and reliable table can only be made from even beams that are carefully adjusted to each other.

Stages of work

Legs:

1. Measure 4 pieces of timber: two – from 0.5 to 1 meter wide, two – slightly smaller.
2. The long beam will become the base of the legs, and the shorter one will lie on top.
3. Adjust the material to each other, connect with wood glue or self-tapping screws. For reliability, the bottom side can be secured with slats.
4. Cut another beam equal to the length of the tabletop.
5. Lay it across the assembled structure.
6. Further collection proceeds in the same way as points 1-3, only the shorter beam is laid first, and then the longer one.
7. Fasten the parts with wood glue.
8. Lay and secure wide thick boards on top.

To ensure that the wood sets as firmly as possible, let the table stand under heavy pressure (for example, under several bags of mortar) for several days.

Finally, you need to sand the sharp corners and sand the surface with sandpaper. Don’t forget about protective equipment: water-repellent compounds and parquet varnish, which will extend the life of the table for several decades.