Cheap and cheerful: wooden lattices for decorating the gazebo
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What is the crate for?
The garden gazebo provides an opportunity to organize recreation in the bosom of nature. It is here that various celebrations are held and family holidays are celebrated, they meet with friends and relatives. By the type of frame structure, open, semi-closed and closed buildings are distinguished.
For the manufacture of a garden gazebo, stone, wood, wood, metal and even various scrap materials are used. But the most popular are wooden structures, since they look harmoniously against the background of fruit and ornamental crops growing in the garden. Such a building can be supplemented with a decorative lattice made of narrow slats.
Thanks to the lathing, the structure has a complete and complete look. The lattice grid serves as a support for climbing and flowering crops, which are planted around the perimeter of the structure. A decorative lattice of slats creates partial shade and covers from the scorching sun, and also serves as a kind of barrier from the prying eyes of neighbors. Mosquito netting protects against mosquitoes, flies and other annoying insects.
Video: "Making a lattice from wood"
This video shows you step by step how to make a wood mesh using a router table.
Design options
The wooden lattice for the gazebo performs both a decorative and a protective function. The easiest way to make wood lathing for outdoor buildings is to cross diagonally inclined slats. This form of the pattern is called diamond or rhombus.
In addition to the standard inclined shape, there are other design options for a garden gazebo. So, the grid looks no less interesting and original, the slats of which form squares and rectangles of various sizes. According to representatives of construction companies, patterns in the form of chevrons and mills are becoming more and more popular. Lovers of oriental culture will love the battens with Asian designs and characteristic thematic designs.
As for the choice of material, it is better to make a lattice for outdoor construction from natural wood. It can be oak, beech, pine, birch, alder, cedar, linden and ash. Natural wood has a pleasant smell, interesting frame and texture. To increase fire and moisture resistance, the material is treated with antiseptics and fire retardants.
How to do it yourself
Now let's figure out how to make a do-it-yourself crate from natural wood:
- Select the material for making the grating, treat the slats with antiseptics and fire retardants.
- Prepare a set of construction tools and accessories.
- Make a construction project. Dimension the grid on the drawing.
- Clear household and construction debris from your work area.
- Cut the beams according to the specified dimensions.
- Assemble the frame. Install the slats in the form of the previously selected pattern.
- Install the wooden lathing in the window openings of the street structure.
Decor
The natural wood lattice is a real decoration of the summer cottage.You can increase the aesthetic appeal of the building by adding additional decor. It is recommended to open the slats with varnish or paint. Gazebos with fabric drapery, vintage windows and floral arrangements look interesting.
Wooden slats serve as trellises for weaving plants. Flowering potted crops can be placed around the perimeter of the building.
Other options
The modern choice of building materials allows you to choose a variety of lathing options. A metal gazebo is recommended to be supplemented with forged elements. But metal-plastic structures with polycarbonate sheathing look harmoniously with a plastic crate.
The lathing made of wood will be an excellent addition to the garden gazebo, giving it originality and aesthetic appeal. You can assemble the structure yourself by choosing in advance the building material and the main pattern.