Most people prefer outdoor activities. That is why often delicious and hot dishes are prepared in the courtyard. To do this, it is best to build a gazebo with barbecue. While children play on the lawn, adults can enjoy a pleasant pastime with barbecue, steaks or sausages. This article will detail the features of this building.
Barbecue options in the gazebo
There are a huge number of different options for the barbecue grill. Each summer resident will be able to choose for himself the kind that fits perfectly into the landscape design of a private courtyard. When choosing a focus should be based on the budget and safety precautions. It is best to use brick or metal structures.
Did you know? If you cook barbecue on the grill, then the smell, which is felt at the same time, is the aroma of vitamin B1.
Made of bricks
Using a barbecue made of brick allows you to decorate not only the gazebo, but also the cottage as a whole. Given that its design is closed, there is the possibility of preparing various dishes in any weather, even with heavy rainfall.
The cost of a brick grill is quite high compared to other types. However, this is easily justified by reliability and aesthetic appearance. Many summer residents also prefer to assemble a mangal design with their own hands, which is much cheaper than buying a finished stove or attracting specialists.
From metal
Very often summer residents make installations of metal sheets. At the same time, they should be equipped with legs for convenience. Service life depends on the thickness of the materials used. The thinner the metal, the faster the barbecue will become unusable.
Important! The cost of a metal structure is from 150 rubles. up to 10 thousand rubles It all depends on the thickness of the material, the presence of a blower and the possibility of turning into a plate.
There are several types of installation:
- Stationary. Brazier legs are firmly attached to the floor or fixed with concrete. You can set everything up to make it easier to fry meat.
- Figurative. This option is ideal for those cases if you do not have a place for permanent installation of the barbecue. It can be easily removed after cooking.
Electric barbecue (electric grill)
In the past few years, electric barbecue (electric grill), which is used for cooking meat, has been particularly popular. The cost of construction varies from 4 to 15 thousand. The price depends on the size of the grill and shape.
- The advantages of this design include:
- no smoke;
- no need to prepare coals and firewood.
Full stove complex
To cook food in accordance with all the rules, you can use the full-fledged stove complex. It is a combination of barbecue, stove, barbecue and fireplace.
The construction is quite massive, consisting of bricks. Installation is carried out on a monolithic foundation, which allows you to cook several dishes at the same time: prepare second courses on the stove, as well as bake meat in the oven and much more.
Preparatory work before the construction of the gazebo
To build a gazebo, you will need to conduct a series of preparatory work. First of all, decide on a place for construction. In this case, factors should be taken into account, which will be discussed below. You should also draw up a drawing with detailed dimensions. So you can roughly understand how the design will look ready-made, as well as whether it will fit in the selected area.
Choosing a place and material
When choosing a place to install the gazebo should take into account certain features. Prefer isolated and quiet areas where you can relax from the noise and enjoy your vacation. In such areas, the structure will be protected from windy weather, drafts and direct sunlight.
Important! Try to install gazebos away from bedrooms and living rooms so that smoke that occurs during cooking does not penetrate the house.
Some summer residents install indoor facilities near the kitchen to make it easier to carry food and utensils. You can build a gazebo near the side facade of the house. Thus, the effect of an open veranda is achieved. If you live in an elevated area, it is best to place the structure at a high point. Thanks to this, you can enjoy delicious dishes while watching the picturesque nature.
Dimensional drawing
If you know how to make drawings, you can save on the designer. If necessary, it is better to use the services of a professional so that the design is of high quality. Try to move the arbor away from home at 6–8 m. The foundation should also be considered. Country structures should have a columnar base.
When drawing up, consider the distance between the posts. It should be 1.5–2 m. Use columns with a cross section of 30 × 30 cm. When marking the foundation scheme, add 10 cm on each side so that the base is slightly larger than the building. The minimum width of the gazebo for 4 people is about 1.5 m. At the same time, keep the length of 2 m. If the design is designed for 8 people, then increase the size by 2 times.
Step by step construction of a gazebo with barbecue
If you decide to build a gazebo with barbecue, then try to stick to step-by-step technology. First of all, clear the area of debris and excess objects and make a foundation. After that, you can proceed with the installation of smaller parts (chimney, frame, floor, roof). At the end, the arbor is decorated.
Site preparation and foundation
Site preparation is to remove weeds and debris. Then proceed to the foundation. If you decide to make a brick arbor, then give preference to a tape or tiled look.
Step-by-step technology of work is as follows:
- Dig a foundation pit 1 m deep.
- Pour crushed stone inside, with a layer of 15 cm.
- Flatten and tamp.
- Lay on waterproofing.
- Lay the reinforcement and make a solution of crushed stone, sand and concrete (in a ratio of 5: 3: 1).
- Pour the prepared mixture into the pit.
- Install metal pipes in the places where the posts will stand.
- Leave it all for a week so that the mixture freezes.
- Make a barbecue base using concrete.
BBQ layout
For masonry, you can use ordinary and facing bricks. To make the gazebo more individual, it is better to use materials of different sizes and shades, creating patterns. The optimal height of the layout is 1 m. To bond the bricks, use a regular cement mortar. To make the structure warmer, masonry in 2 layers. Do not forget to leave a place where the doors will be installed.
Chimney installation
The use of the chimney has several advantages. Thanks to it, the risk of carbon monoxide accumulation and smoke is reduced, which can cause serious harm to health. When choosing a chimney, give preference to large and vertical structures.
Did you know? On the Canary Island of Lanzarote, a volcano vent is used as a barbecue. It fries meat and other products.
The installation technology is as follows:
- Fill the concrete foundation with a height of about 10 cm.
- Lay out a waterproofing layer using roofing material.
- Set the base on which the fryer will rest.
- Cover the outside with a brick, and insert a box made of metal sheets inside.
- At the bottom, make a shutter, and at the top - a protective umbrella. This will prevent the penetration of precipitation.
Arbor frame mounting
Carrying out the installation of the frame consists of several stages:
- At the edges of the site, dig holes 80 cm deep.
- Install profile pipes made of wood or metal and fill them with concrete.
- Weld to the posts veins of dense materials in 2 rows. The first of them should be located at a height of 2 cm, and the second - 90-120 cm.
Masonry floor
It is best in arbors to make a floor from a tile. This will protect against weed growth.
A phased algorithm of actions is as follows:
- Prepare a sand base.
- Pour in a composition that is suitable for laying tiles.
- Wait for the polymerization of the material.
- Lay non-slippery tiles to prevent accidents.
Roof and roof
You can construct a roof in the gazebo by adhering to the following steps:
- Mount the metal skate by attaching struts and vertical supports to it.
- Attach the diagonal rafters that will form the ramps.
- Fix the central rafters.
- Put a layer of waterproofing.
- Mount the roofing.
An integral element of the gazebo is the roof. Its main purpose is protection against adverse weather conditions. For the roof, inexpensive and simple materials are used: corrugated board and metal tile.
Decoration and decoration
There are several finishes available. The summer resident can independently decide which one to use.
The most common include:
- carrying out puttying with further painting with facade paint (if necessary, you can combine different shades to make the design more exclusive);
- covering the arbor with decorative tiles under natural stone;
- wall decoration with lining or other edged materials.
As a decor, you can install flower pots, as well as use various bright pillows and blankets to create a homely atmosphere. Decorate based on your own preferences and the style of the entire site.
Making an arbor with a barbecue on your own is not difficult, if you follow all the recommendations. If necessary, you can use ready-made drawings of designs and be inspired by the available options on the Internet. Try to use only high quality materials so that the structure will last for many years.