Buying the right gazebo for the right occasion
As official stockists of Oztrail Gazebos we have come into contact with a lot of customers using Gazebos (both Oztrail and Non-Oztrail) in many different situations and hear a lot about what works and what doesn’t.
Often it relies on what you are expecting out of your gazebo and how you plan to use it. All Oztrail manufactured gazebos are temporary gazebos, so are designed for ease of use rather than strength, which makes them great for one day events (markets, sports days, quick camping trips, etc). If you are looking for a permanent cover for your driveway or entertaining area or are going camping for a few weeks that an Instant Fold Gazebo may not be the best option (some customers are willing to take the risk due to the price compared to a more permanent structure).
Oztrail sell a number of different types of gazebos, here’s a quick run-through,
Hydroflow Deluxe Oztrail Gazebos feature Oztrail’s market leading Deluxe Gazebo frame with integrated Anti-Ponding Bars to alleviate water ponding on the canopy. The anti ponding bars support the canopy in the corners to help keep water flowing off. Deluxe Oztrail Gazebos feature a frame that has struts along each side and an arm going from the centre of each side to the centre of the gazebo (on a horizontal plane), which then has a post that goes straight up and lifts the roof into place. This design gives more stability in windy conditions and is recommended for all day events like markets, camping, corporate or trade events and long sports days. The canopy on the Hydroflow Deluxe Model is 300 Denier.
Commercial Deluxe Oztrail Gazebos feature a Deluxe frame that has struts along each side and an arm going from the centre of each side to the centre of the gazebo (on a horizontal plane), which then has a post that goes straight up and lifts the roof into place. This design gives more stability in windy conditions and is recommended for all day events like markets, camping, corporate or trade events and long sports days. The canopy on the Corporate Gazebo is thicker and stronger as it is a White 500 Denier fabric compared to the 300 Denier on the Deluxe.
Compact Oztrail Gazebos feature a frame that has struts along each side and an arm going from each corner to the top of the roof (like a pyramid). Due to this roof design the Standard Gazebos tend to allow more water to run-off the canopy and though they aren’t as strong in the wind as the Deluxe Range they do pack down smaller and lighter. The Canopy on the Gazebos is 150 Denier.
One of the most important things to consider when buying a gazebo is, “Can I get spare parts?” There is nothing worse than spending a couple of hundred dollars on a gazebo and having one small plastic fitting break, and finding out you can’t get a replacement part for it. Oztrail sell spare parts for all their current model gazebos so if an arm or plastic fitting breaks or if your carry bag is worn out, it can be replaced.
Oztrail also sell a wide range of accessories to suit their gazebos, the 3m x 3m Deluxe Model has many different accessories available.
Note: Oztrail’s parent company does manufacture a number of other gazebos and re-brand them so large superstores can sell an “exclusive” item so if you have a different branded gazebo that you have purchased from a large big box store (BCF, Anaconda, Bunnings, etc), there is a chance Oztrail parts and accessories will suit your gazebo. Please check with Oztrail whether the gazebo you have is compatible with Oztrail replacement parts and accessories.
Visit the Gazebo section of our online store to see the full range of Oztrail Gazebos, Spare Parts and Accessories available, feel free to contact us with any questions you may have regarding the Oztrail range of Gazebos.
