You can take refuge in the summer heat or rainy weather in the gazebo, and if you equip it with a fireplace, then you can come and bask by the live fire, enjoying the comfort and warmth.
Such a gazebo with a fireplace has advantages at any time of the day or night, as it creates a favorable atmosphere for relaxing and cooking delicious dishes over an open fire.
It is possible to build a structure with your own hands if you have construction skills and desire. Or you can contact professionals who will create the necessary design in accordance with your sketches and wishes.
First, you should decide on the desired result, what kind of gazebo and what kind of fireplace do you need? To do this, consider the main types of structures:
Project options for gazebos
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The recreation area in the space of the site can be arranged in various ways. Varieties of gazebos are associated with the presence of walls:
- If the structure contains only posts with railings and no walls, such objects are classified as open.
- Partially closed type of gazebos includes several closed walls.
- If all the walls are installed, then the gazebo is closed.
In open versions, it is still necessary to install one wall, which will support the fireplace and protect it from draft winds.
When choosing the type of construction, carefully weigh all factors related to your climatic conditions.
In the southern regions, open gazebos are more often erected, and in case of frequent winds or regular precipitation, partially or completely closed types are chosen.
Using modern materials and technologies, it is possible to build a gazebo with a fireplace according to your own projects and unique design.
Choosing a place
The barbecue oven must not only be properly designed, but also installed accordingly. When choosing a location for installation, make sure that the structure is not very close to the neighbors’ site. They may be unhappy with the smoke in their area. Also, do not place a fireplace near a house, bathhouse, greenhouses, sheds or other structures. All these structures can quickly catch fire as a result of one spark.
Next, we decide where the fireplace will be installed, inside or outside the gazebo. In addition, the bathhouse, with which the gazebo is combined and qualitatively insulated with fireproof materials, will become even more functional. A bathhouse or terrace combined with a fireplace will allow, despite all the ease of use, to use fuel and generated thermal energy more economically and efficiently.
A house from which the gazebo is located as far away as possible is guaranteed to be safe. It is best to install the fireplace in the center of the garden plot.
Scheme of a wooden gazebo frame
* External parts can be decorated with siding, and for a budget option, choose plastic or aluminum finishing. The inner surface is decorated with stone or wooden lining.
Since wood is a highly flammable material, it is necessary to take into account fire safety measures in advance when designing a gazebo:
- You need to cut out a space in the wooden floor to pour a concrete foundation for the fireplace.
- Before burning, it is necessary to sheathe the working area with sheets of iron.
- The optimal location of the fireplace is in the center, as this eliminates the possibility of the walls catching fire.
When choosing a brick gazebo, it is worth noting that building a fireplace in it will be much easier than in a wooden gazebo. For this you will need standard materials, the same as for laying the stove.
Having thought through all the nuances, you can calculate the amount of building materials needed and proceed to the construction of your gazebo.
Results
Choose beautiful and at the same time practical furniture, think about making sure there is enough space for everyone at the table. If possible, equip a small but separate corner for dishes and cutlery right in the gazebo. Pillows and blankets will help make your vacation spot truly relaxing and comfortable.
Advice! Even if you and your family carefully follow all fire safety measures, it would be a good idea to place a fire extinguisher somewhere in the corner. It’s better that you never need it than not have it at hand at the right time.
Construction of a gazebo
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- Foundation. Construction begins from the foundation. It is better to fill it with a monolith at a time if the floor will be laid with paving slabs in the future. Or construct a ribbon belt when planning a wooden floor in a gazebo.
The foundation must be reinforced using a VR mesh, since the height above the floor level will be insignificant. After pouring the base, it is kept for about 7 days for initial setting so that further work can be carried out.
- Frame pillars and roofing. Next, frame pillars are installed to prepare for the installation of the roof. Rack posts can be made of reinforced concrete, brick, metal pipes or profiles, as well as wooden beams.
- Fireplace laying. After installing these elements, you can proceed to the construction of the fireplace. The walls of the fireplace are laid out on the finished foundation in accordance with the chosen scheme. For masonry, bricks soaked in water are used so that they do not draw moisture from the mortar. The firebox portal is laid out with refractory bricks.
When designing a fireplace, keep in mind that its main function is visual decoration and style, so pay attention to the size of the fireplace. It needs to be made spacious to enjoy an open fire.
Chimney and ventilation system. A fireplace is considered complete if it is equipped with a chimney and a proper ventilation system.
When constructing such structures, always take into account fire safety rules.
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Types
Fireplace designs are different. Let's look at the main types.
- Closed design. This fireplace is a good option for a brick gazebo in the country. To close the firebox, you can use a glass door that is resistant to low temperatures.
- Open fixture. Such fireplaces serve more decorative functions than any other. The grate acts as a fence: everyone around can admire the bright fire.
Fireplaces are divided into several types depending on location.
There are several varieties:
- Wall-mounted. Such fireplaces are leaned against the walls.
- Island. Such structures are located separately; they can be located in the center of the room. The flame in the firebox is clearly visible from each side.
- Built-in. Such devices seem to be located right in the wall.
- Angular. Designs that belong to this type allow you to save space as much as possible; they are located as compactly as possible.
Wall-mounted and built-in fireplaces are better suited for gazebos. Typically, such a device is initially part of the project, so it is immediately attached to the main structure.
Construction of a brick fireplace for a gazebo
There are many varieties that differ in the number and modifications of furnace complexes. The optimal location is near the wall or in the corner of the gazebo.
To expand the functionality of the fireplace, you can supplement it with the following elements:
- cast iron hob with additional firebox;
- smokehouse or oven;
- a convenient niche for drying and storing firewood;
- barbecue
According to the principles of construction work, an outdoor fireplace is similar to a home fireplace. It has the same dimensions, masonry scheme and decorative design.
To reduce the cost of the fireplace, you can make a metal hood in the upper part, and instead of a brick pipe, install a metal one.
The success of laying a fireplace is determined by the source material. For it, ordinary or fireclay bricks are used. Simultaneously with the construction of the fireplace, an adjacent brick wall is built.
If you wish, you can carry out the laying yourself or find a professional craftsman.
What is the difference between a fireplace and a stove, grill or barbecue?
It is worth noting that inexperienced builders make many mistakes when laying such devices, simply not knowing the differences between them.
The main function of a fireplace as a free-standing structure is to heat the room, filling it with an atmosphere of comfort and coziness.
A barbecue oven is visually similar to a fireplace, but its firebox is much higher. This is done for the convenience of cooking food, which is fried on a special grill. In addition, it is equipped with a smokehouse, tandoor, oven and grill.
The grill looks like a box on legs. Meat is cooked on it using skewers laid out lengthwise. The desired effect is achieved thanks to smoldering coals inside the structure.
Thematic material:
- Wooden gazebo for a summer residence
- Gazebo with barbecue
Of course, there are entire complexes that combine a fireplace, barbecue, and barbecue, but they are intended for use outdoors.
If the owners want to not only heat the room with such a structure, but also cook on it, then they can build a fireplace-barbecue with their own hands.
Construction of walls and roof in the gazebo
Having completed the laying, they begin to install the roof. One of the most important points is the correct calculation of the roof slope angle. The best roof is a sloping one, as it provides less resistance to wind loads.
For covering use boards, metal sheets, slate or polycarbonate sheets.
Important! All wooden elements must be treated with antifungal and fire-bioprotective agents.
- Flooring in the gazebo. After completing the roof, laying the flooring begins. The best option is paving slabs made from sand and various polymers. It has a variety of colors and a long service life.
- Construction of walls or railings. At the final stage of construction, walls or railings are installed. Any material suitable for practical and aesthetic purposes is used here. Typically, lining, block house or decorative wooden grilles are used for walls.
Installation of lighting, electrification and communications
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Point elements are used to illuminate the space in the gazebo. For a small area, 2-3 lamps are enough. If desired, you can light the path leading to the gazebo.
For electrification, it is necessary to purchase high-quality wiring, ensuring reliable waterproofing of the wires.
The presence of electrical outlets will provide the ability to install electrical appliances, additional lighting or sound.
For convenience, install a pipeline with drinking water, hiding it in the ground. In this case, it is necessary to consider the sewerage outlet if there is a washbasin or kitchen sink.
