In short: Gazebo on a concrete foundation No. 25-13.2 is a wooden gazebo with a hip roof, built on a level concrete slab. Natural trunks stand in the corners, and the walls are made of sliding glass through which the gazebo can be seen right through. The size, glazing and the solution for the base are agreed with each customer individually.
A gazebo on a concrete foundation just after the work
This photo was taken right after construction, when the work had only just been finished. The gazebo stands on a new concrete slab, around which you can still see formwork boards and wooden stakes. A coiled electric cable lies on the floor inside, and around it is a spring garden with tulips, a greenhouse and thuja. On the left a lamp rises on a tall post, and on the right a car can be seen.
A photo like this is valuable because it shows clearly what a gazebo looks like without furniture, decorations or a tidied surrounding. You can see its real proportions, its structure, the shapes of the trunks and the texture of the wood. Soon the formwork will be removed, a lawn sown around it and furniture will appear inside.
The concrete slab is slightly wider than the gazebo itself, so a narrow strip is left around the floor. It stops grass from growing right up against the gazebo, and later it can be covered with paving blocks or gravel, or left as it is.
The roof is a hip roof covered with dark tiles, and the texture of the wood is clearly visible in the eaves boards. All the wood is covered with a warm honey-and-amber shade, which glows beautifully in the spring sun.
This gazebo shows that a well-prepared foundation is half the job. When the slab is level and firm, the gazebo stands straight on it and the glass closes tightly. Care at the start pays off later: you can use the gazebo every day without extra worries.
Why it is worth choosing a firm base
The durability of a gazebo depends a great deal on what it stands on. A level, firm and dry base lets the structure stand straight and the sliding glass run smoothly and close tightly. If the base is uneven or settles, the glass may start to stick.
A concrete slab is one of the possible solutions. It creates a level, firm surface on which it is convenient to build a gazebo, and a clean strip without grass is left around it. Such a base is especially suitable when the gazebo is large and heavy or when the soil on the plot is soft.
Other possible options are separate supports, concrete blocks or an area of paving blocks. Each has its own advantages, and the most suitable depends on the size of the gazebo, the soil on the plot and your plans. The solution for the base is best discussed by phone, before the work begins.
It is important that even on concrete the floor of the gazebo is ventilated and does not touch moisture. Under the wooden floor frame the air must have somewhere to move, and water must run off the slab and not collect under the floor.
It is also easy to adapt the surroundings to a concrete slab. It can be edged with a path of paving blocks, a strip of gravel or a flower bed. In the photo tulips and other spring flowers are already blooming nearby, so once the surroundings are tidied the gazebo will look as if it has always stood here.
Trunks in the corners and a see-through glass space
The roof is held up by natural trunks that stand in every corner of the gazebo. They are tall and slender, with pronounced curves, knots and marks of branches. In the front left corner is a trunk with a small shelf, and in the right a curved, almost twisting trunk. Straight posts are fitted next to the trunks, which frame the glass and give the structure a tidy look.
The sliding glass is fitted not on one side but on several, at the front and on the sides. As a result you can see right through the gazebo: through it the greenhouse, the thuja and the garden behind can be seen. Such a gazebo does not block the view and looks light in the yard, even though it is fairly large.
The glass is set in brown frames that match the wood. The glass sections can be slid aside, so the gazebo can be opened from several sides, depending on where the wind blows from or the sun shines. On a hot day, if you open the opposite sides, fresh air starts to move through the gazebo.
Natural trunks are different every time, so the trunks of your gazebo will have shapes of their own. When ordering, you can discuss whether you would like more massive or slimmer trunks.
It is interesting that the glass is almost invisible: through it you can see the wooden floor, the trunks and the garden on the other side. From a distance it looks as if only the trunks hold up the roof and there is an open space beneath. Only when you come closer does it become clear that it is an enclosed room sheltered from the wind.
An empty interior and a ready electric cable
An empty gazebo shows especially well how much room there is in it. There is no furniture, so you can see the whole area of the floor and how light enters the interior through the glass from several sides.
Through the glass you can clearly see the empty interior of the gazebo: a wooden floor of level boards and free space. A coiled electric cable lies on the floor, which shows that the electricity connection was taken care of during construction. That is a wise decision: it is much simpler to install lamps or sockets later.
When planning a gazebo, it is worth deciding at once what you will need electricity for:
- for lamps above the table or on the walls;
- for sockets for a kettle, a computer or charging phones;
- for lighting around the gazebo or along the path;
- for a heater, if you want to use the gazebo in cooler seasons too.
The electrical installation should be done by qualified electricians, and the position of the cable is worth planning before the foundation is poured. Laukbaldis makes wooden lamps that would look beautiful in such a gazebo.
An empty interior can be furnished to suit your needs: with a table and benches, soft armchairs or a workplace. You will find oak furniture in the section oak garden and outdoor furniture.
Because the glass is on several sides, it is worth arranging the furniture so that it does not block the view. A table is convenient in the middle, and lower armchairs by the glass. That way the garden will be visible from every seat.
Summary of the photo
The table lists what the photo of this gazebo shows. It is a typical example, not the only possible option.
| Feature | In the photo |
|---|---|
| Concrete slab under the gazebo | Yes |
| Natural trunks in the corners | Yes |
| Sliding glass on several sides | Yes |
| Hip roof with dark tiles | Yes |
| Wooden floor | Yes |
| Electric cable inside | Yes |
| Furniture inside | No |
What to discuss before pouring the foundation and ordering
Laukbaldis shows only typical examples, so the size, glazing and base of the gazebo are agreed individually. If you are planning a gazebo on a concrete foundation, it is worth discussing the following before work begins:
- Exact dimensions. The foundation must match the size of the gazebo, so it is worth pouring it only when the final dimensions are known.
- The slope. The surface of the slab should let water run off away from the gazebo.
- The position of the electric cable. Plan it before the concrete is poured.
- The glazing. How many walls will be glazed and which way they will face.
- The surroundings. Whether the slab will be surrounded by paving blocks, gravel or lawn, and how the path to the gazebo will run.
If you will pour the foundation yourself or with other contractors, first agree on the dimensions of the gazebo and the requirements for the base. Only then begin the work: that way you avoid a situation where the slab is too small or the wrong shape. Also think about the height at which the floor of the gazebo will be, so that it is convenient to step up into it.
For comparison, take a look at two gazebos from the same series, the enclosed gazebo with a terrace No. 25-13 and the dark gazebo with a terrace and railings No. 25-13.1. You will find all the models in the section wooden gazebos.
Care and ordering
Every spring inspect the trunks, the edges of the floor and the glass frames. When the coating turns pale or water no longer beads up, clean the surface and renew it with a product for exterior wood. Sweep the concrete strip around the gazebo regularly so that leaves and dirt do not collect against the wood. Clean the tracks of the sliding glass of sand. In the first year, while work is still going on around the gazebo and the ground is untidy, more sand will get into the tracks, so it is worth cleaning them more often.
In autumn sweep the leaves off the roof, and in winter do not let a thick layer of snow build up. In spring check that water drains freely off the concrete slab and does not collect at the base of the gazebo.
UAB “Laukbaldis” has made wooden products since 1996 and, as the company states, was the first in Lithuania to start making this production. To order, call +370 687 25388 and quote No. 25-13.2. During the conversation you will agree on the size of the gazebo, the glazing, the trunks and the solution for the base. If the foundation has already been poured, have its dimensions and photos to hand: it is then easier to adapt the gazebo to the existing base. If you are only planning, first agree on the size of the gazebo.
Frequently asked questions
Does a gazebo need a concrete foundation?
Not necessarily: you can also choose separate supports, concrete blocks or an area of paving blocks. The most suitable base depends on the size of the gazebo and the soil on the plot, so it is worth discussing in advance.
When should the foundation for a gazebo be poured?
It is worth pouring the foundation only when the final dimensions of the gazebo are known. Before that, discuss the size and the solution for the base, so that the foundation matches the gazebo exactly.
Can electricity be installed in the gazebo?
Yes, in the photo a prepared electric cable can be seen inside. The installation should be done by qualified electricians, and the position of the cable is worth planning in advance.
Can there be glass on all sides?
In the photo the glass is fitted on several sides, so the gazebo can be seen right through. The extent of the glazing is agreed individually.
Is the gazebo sold with furniture?
In the photo the gazebo is empty, so furniture is chosen separately. Laukbaldis also makes oak garden furniture.
How do I order gazebo No. 25-13.2?
Call us and quote No. 25-13.2. We will discuss the size, the glazing and the base.
