How to Enclose a Small Gazebo with Recycled Fence Boards
21 July
Last year my dad and I moved a small wood storage structure that is in my backyard from the center of the yard to the corner.
I never knew what to call it... was it a pergola, a shed, or a gazebo? Well, after a little bit of research, I think it qualifies as a gazebo and today I'm sharing how I have made it look even more like a gazebo with some recycled materials and elbow grease.
How to Enclose a Small Gazebo with Recycled Fence Boards
When I had my fence replaced a couple of months ago I had them leave the old boards for me. At the time, I didn't have a plan but I decided to keep them because I knew that even if I didn't use them, I'd be able to sell them (people like old fence boards for lots of upcycling and repurposing projects).
To enclose the gazebo on three sides, I used the existing 4 x 4's and 2 x 4's on the structure to attach the boards to. Here I have finished covering the back of the gazebo.
I wanted to have some hanging planters on the sides, so I headed to Lowe's and shopped through their clearance section.
I love buying plants on clearance. They are usually marked way down and there is often nothing wrong with them... they may have stopped blooming or gotten a little dry, but with some love and attention, they will spring right back!
Here is what I got. Some of them are for other projects, the little grasses were marked down to only $1 each so I bought all of them!
I was able to make two of these for about the same price as one pre-made one at the store!
I created a little deck in the front of the gazebo with a pallet that was given to me, It just slid perfectly underneath the front of the pergola... like it was meant to be!
I used another fence board and screwed it to the front of the pallet so it matches.
I didn't have to do anything to this pallet (except the board across the front), it worked great just as it was because the boards are closer together than most pallets, and it matches the boards on the pergola floor!
I am planning to bring in some gravel to cover the bare dirt all around this area.
There is a bonus to this project too, it created a perfect little hidden corner behind the gazebo to hide my project wood (fence boards, etc.)!
I hope that you enjoyed this post and got some inspiration! If you did, I'd love it if you'd share it!
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Posted by: Tania | Little Vintage Cottage
at 21 July
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You have such a great imagination. I really like the whole project!
ReplyDeleteThis is simply darling! I want one!!
ReplyDeleteTania that is adorable. You are adding so much resale value to your house & oodles of curb appeal. You will enjoy looking at and using that pergola. What a great idea of reusing the fence boards too.
ReplyDeleteThanks Florence! It's so much fun to me to take a place that's been abused and neglected and making it beautiful once again!
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Tania, that is adorable! I think you found the perfect use for the little building. I like it in the corner too! And the rocks look good around the edge. What fun!
ReplyDeleteIt's adorable! I love it and the pallet "deck" is perfect! How lucky that it fit right under there. Great job!
ReplyDeleteTania I love it! What a cute little sitting area and just so darn cute!!
ReplyDeleteI think you achieved maximum cuteness. I would love to grab a book and sit there reading. Plus your hiding nook in the back. I cannot imagine what the fence people thought when you asked for them to leave the old boards.
ReplyDeleteLove, love, love it. Your little yard is coming right along. Can't wait to see what's next!
ReplyDeleteThank you! I'm really happy with how my yard is coming along too... still so much to do though!
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What a brilliant project! I could spend a very happy afternoon there, with a book and a cup of tea.
ReplyDeleteAmalia
xo
You have created a very charming corner in your yard--hope you have time to sit in it and enjoy your handiwork!
ReplyDeleteHI Tania, your pergola rocks, I love how you took advantage of an otherwise wasted space!!!! XOXOXO
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DeleteHi Tania--love you darling pergola and will be featuring it tomorrow at Vintage Charm :)
ReplyDeleteWow! Thank you so much Diana, I'm so honored :o)
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