There are many types, sizes and prices of gazebos. The types are polyester/steel, iron, pergola (trelliswork), garden, party tent, wedding party tent, hammock canopy, hexagon, square, outdoor patio, outdoor shade, and wood. Sizes range from 8×8 to 22×16 or larger with 10×10 being the most popular. Prices range from $25 to $799 or more. The gazebo canopies are the most important part of the gazebos because they are what provide the shade and sun protection and that is the main reason for having the gazebo. However, most canopies do not last as long as the gazebos. Gazebo structures can last for many years where as original factory canopies last usually 1-2 years before failure. Many stores and online companies offer replacement sun canopy models with higher specifications so they meet more than standard protection.
Many standard gazebo canopies are usually made out of poly-vinyl/polyester that is low-grade fabric. These types are manufactured to cut costs of gazebos. They do not protect against UV rays, extreme weather, sun damage, and proper drainage, which leads to stretching. This ends in failure of the canopies. The gazebos may be strong and outlast the canopies, which leads to the search for replacement canopies that have higher protection specifications. Many companies now have replacement canopies with UV protection, better fabric construction, better drainage and sun durable. The cost for a gazebo replacement canopy can range from $99 to $199, and possibly higher. Since new gazebos range from $25 to more than $799, depending on the gazebo owned, it might be just as expensive to replace the canopies as compared to buying a whole new gazebo. However, consideration must be taken to make sure the canopies meet higher specifications than the usual cheaper factory ones. So buying a gazebo replacement canopy might be a better option as gazebos frames last longer and are still safe, strong and durable.
There are many manufactures of replacement gazebo canopies. Many retail stores such as Sears, Wal-Mart, Kmart, Target, Home Depot, just to name a few, carry or can order specific canopies to meet user needs. Again, making sure they are made of higher quality fabric with higher denier, coated with a special coating designed to protect against UV rays, rust-free grommets, and checking for good drainage capabilities are qualities to seek, as this will insure longer lasting canopies. An Internet company called Garden Winds is known for having the largest selection of replacements at great prices and they replace gazebo canopies from many major retailers.
