In short: Gray gazebo No. 25-33 is a wooden gazebo whose walls, columns and trim are painted gray, while the terrace floor is left a warm honey color. A stainless steel chimney rises through the dark hip roof with gutters, sliding glass is set in at the front and on the right, and the whole structure stands on piles near a pond. The size, finishing and equipment are agreed with each customer individually.
A gray gazebo in an open meadow by a pond
In the photo the gazebo stands in an open spot: a green meadow spreads all around, a pond glistens on the left, and a line of trees can be seen on the horizon. Overhead is a blue sky with white puffy clouds. In such a space the structure can be seen from afar, so its color and shape are especially important.
Gray was a fitting choice here. It recalls rain clouds, reflections on water and weathered wood, so the gazebo looks calm and blends harmoniously into the landscape. A bright or very dark color could look too showy in an open meadow, while gray looks as if the gazebo had always stood there.
It also matters that gray is not the same all day. In the morning, when the light is cool, the gazebo looks bluish gray, at midday it looks lighter, and in the evening, as the sun sets, it takes on a warmer shade. This change makes the structure lively and interesting, even though its color is simple at first glance.
A gazebo by a pond is one of the most beautiful places on a farmstead. You can see the water from it, and the breeze off it pleasantly cools you in summer. The glass lets you sit here on a cooler day too, when the wind by the water is sharper, and the chimney shows that heating is planned in the gazebo, so it can be used in autumn as well.
The structure was built a little way from the water’s edge, on higher ground. It is a sensible decision – in spring or after downpours the water level in the pond can rise, while the gazebo stays in a dry place.
An open spot has one more advantage – sunsets. When there are no tall trees or buildings around, the evening sun lights the glass, and its reflections fall on the water. Sitting inside, you can watch the colors of the sky change and feel as if you were in the middle of nature, while the roof and the glass protect you from the wind.
A unified gray color and a honey-colored terrace
In this gazebo gray is used consistently: gray wall boards, gray columns and braces, a gray terrace frame and cornice. As a result the structure looks like a single sculpture rather than something assembled from different parts. The frames around the glass are also painted gray, so the glass seems to merge into the walls.
The only exception is the terrace floor. It is left a warm honey color, so the gazebo has a clear warm accent. The wooden terrace underfoot is a reminder that this is a structure of natural wood, and the contrast with the gray walls looks contemporary and elegant.
The terrace color was also chosen for practical reasons. The floor is walked on and wears down, and a natural-wood coating is easier to renew than a painted surface – you just clean it and apply oil or glaze. The walls and columns, which nobody walks on, keep their layer of paint longer.
Gray is worth choosing when:
- the gazebo will stand in an open spot and has to harmonize with nature;
- the house or other buildings are in gray, white or graphite tones;
- you want a contemporary but not cold look;
- you want the structure not to push itself into the foreground.
Gray also hides the natural changes in wood well. Unpainted wood gradually turns gray in the sun, and wood painted gray seems to get ahead of this process – the structure looks right away the way it would after many years, only neat and even. This appeals to those who value a natural, rustic look but do not want to wait for the wood to age by itself.
The chimney and the round openings in the side wall
A stainless steel chimney with a protective cap rises from the roof, closer to the rear slope. Through the glass you can also see a vertical chimney pipe inside, so it is clear that a heating appliance – a stove or a fireplace – is planned in the gazebo. With heating, a gazebo by a pond becomes a place where you can sit even in late autumn, when mist rises over the water.
On the left side of the gazebo there is an enclosed wall in which two small round openings can be seen. They may be ventilation or air-supply openings, which are often installed in heated rooms or technical spaces. What they are for in your gazebo is discussed when you order.
The enclosed left part also gives the gazebo shelter. In an open area it holds back the wind from one side, so it is cozier to sit inside, by the glass. It is convenient to place a stove, a firewood box or a cabinet by the enclosed wall, while the glass stays open to the view.
For a heated gazebo you need to plan in advance the position of the stove, the chimney passage through the roof and the distances to the wooden walls. It is worth installing the stove and the chimney according to the manufacturer’s requirements and entrusting the work to specialists. You will find a similar solution in the gazebo with a stove on piles No. 25-24.
A terrace on piles and profiled columns
The whole gazebo is raised above the ground and rests on piles – their orange ends are clearly visible under the edge of the terrace. Such a foundation suits places by water, where the soil may be damper and the meadow surface uneven. A gap remains between the ground and the floor through which air circulates, so the lower boards and beams dry faster.
The terrace runs along the front and the right side. Along its edge stand three profiled columns with diagonal braces, which hold up the wide roof overhang. The middle sections of the columns are carved, so even painted gray they keep their handmade features.
The roof overhang is covered with boards underneath, and a lighter band can be seen between it and the walls. It emphasizes the roofline and separates the dark roofing from the gray walls. Such a small detail gives the structure a finished look and shows that the finish was thought through to the end.
Dark gutters run along the roof edges. In an open meadow, where the wind carries rain sideways, they are especially useful – the water is collected and carried away rather than splashed onto the terrace and the bottoms of the columns.
The terrace is wide enough for a few chairs or loungers. On a warm day you can sit here in the sun and look at the meadow, and when the wind picks up, move behind the glass. Because the terrace is under a roof, it stays almost dry even in the rain.
A short table of details
| Feature | In the photo |
|---|---|
| Gray-painted walls and columns | Yes |
| Honey-colored terrace floor | Yes |
| Hip roof with gutters | Yes |
| Stainless steel chimney | Yes |
| Sliding glass | Yes, at the front and on the right |
| Round openings in the side wall | Yes, two |
| Pile foundation | Yes |
What to discuss when ordering a gray gazebo
On its website Laukbaldis shows only typical examples, and the size, colors and equipment are always agreed individually. Before you call, think about:
- The shade of the color. Gray can be lighter or darker, warmer or cooler.
- What will stay the natural color. In the photo it is the terrace floor.
- Heating. Whether you will need a stove and a chimney.
- The arrangement of the glass. Which way to face the glass so that you see the water or the nicest part of the farmstead.
- The foundation. What the site and soil are like and whether piles will be needed.
For comparison, look at the gazebo by the water with a pier No. 25-22 and the gray gazebo with a porch No. 25-32. You will find all our work in the section wooden gazebos, and piers and small bridges in the section wooden bridges and fences.
Care and ordering No. 25-33
It is worth washing and inspecting the gray-painted walls and columns once a year. There is more moisture by water, so check the lower boards, the bottoms of the columns and the edges of the terrace especially carefully. If you notice paint flaking, renew it in time. Renew the terrace floor with an oil or glaze made for exterior wood when the surface fades.
Check the chimney before the heating season, and clean the gutters in autumn. Clean the tracks of the sliding glass of sand and grass.
In an open meadow the gazebo is more exposed to wind and sun, so check the south and west sides more carefully. After strong storms, inspect the roof edges and the gutters – whether they are damaged or clogged with twigs.
UAB “Laukbaldis” has been making wooden products since 1996 and, according to the company, was the first in Lithuania to start making this production. Call +370 687 25388 and quote No. 25-33 – we will discuss the color, the heating, the glass and the foundation.
Frequently asked questions
Can the whole gazebo be painted gray?
Yes, in this example the walls, columns and trim are painted gray, while the terrace floor is left its natural color. The colors can be agreed when you order.
Can a stove be installed in a gazebo with a chimney?
In the photo a chimney can be seen above the roof, and a chimney pipe inside, so heating is planned here. The position of the stove and the chimney passage must be planned in advance.
What are the round openings in the side wall for?
Such openings are usually meant for ventilation or air supply. Their purpose and position are discussed when you order, according to how the gazebo will be used.
Can a gazebo be built by a pond?
Yes, this example stands near a pond, on piles and on higher ground. It is important that the floor is above the highest water level.
Why is the terrace floor not painted gray?
A floor in the natural honey color gives the gray gazebo warmth and contrast. If you wish, the terrace can also be given another color, which is discussed when you order.
How do I order gazebo No. 25-33?
Call us and quote No. 25-33. We will discuss the color, the heating, the glass and the foundation.
