Buying A Garden Gazebo Replacement Canopy

Sadly nothing lasts forever, particularly when it spends large chunks of time outdoors being subjected to the vagaries of the Great British Summer. Rain, wind, and massive fluctuations in temperature all play their part in causing natural wear and tear on garden gazebo canopies and curtains.

Even when the product is of an exceptional quality, eventually the time will come when it is necessary to look for a replacement for your gazebo canopy.

Essential Checklist for a Gazebo Replacement Canopy

Regatta Replacement Gazebo Canopy 3M x 3M

One size definitely does not fit all. Because garden gazebos come in a wide variety of different designs, it is essential that you measure the dimensions of your current canopy before buying a replacement. Ideally it is worth contacting the retail supplier of your current gazebo to see if they stock a replacement canopy, but if this is not possible, take a tape measure and note down the dimensions of your existing canopy carefully.

The shape of the gazebo is also very important. A square canopy will not fit an octagonal gazebo frame or vice versa. Once again, the best way of obtaining a replacement canopy for a gazebo that actually fits like a glove is to contact the gazebo retailer. At the very least, try and buy a new gazebo canopy that matches the dimensions and the shape of your current gazebo.

Buying replacement gazebo canopies

Delux Replacement Gazebo Canopy 3M x 3M

Your first port of call should be the original gazebo supplier. There are plenty of stores offering suitable replacement canopies for garden gazebos. Prices will vary considerably between different stores, so have a good think about how much you are willing to spend beforehand.

Are online stores cheaper?

Buying from an online store will normally be cheaper than paying a trip to your local outdoor furniture centre. However, you need to balance the benefits of cost against being able to see the quality of the canopy before you buy.

Fabrics vary in thickness and resilience and buying online for a bargain basement price is not necessarily a strong indicator you will end up with a premium product. However, if price is your deal breaker, shopping online will give you the best quality of gazebos canopies combined with the most economic prices.

Is a better quality gazebo canopy worth the extra money?

Festival Replacement Canopy in Medium

More expensive and higher quality replacement canopies are made from thicker fabric and are likely to last a lot longer than a cheaper canopy. Thicker fabrics are more weather resistant and offer better protection from the sun and rain during outdoor entertaining.

If you only plan on using your garden gazebo for a few days per year, you might consider the extra cost a little more carefully. As with most things though, you usually get what you pay for so a little extra investment can often be worth it.