EROMMY12' x 16' Gazebo Hardtop Double Roof Galvanized Steel Canopy with Netting and Curtains Outdoor Aluminum Frame Permanent Metal Pavilion for Patio Backyard and Deck

This gazebo was actually my second choice. The one I originally ordered was out of stock and unavailable for 6 weeks. This was close in size and price so I went with it. Glad I did. This is a very nice gazebo. A few things to note. This gazebo comes in four (4) boxes. I got three on the day I was promised. I was unaware that there was a forth box until I laid out all the parts and discovered I was missing the roof panels. I contacted Customer Service and they replied immediately that the fourth box was actually close by and would be delivered the next day. It was. I didn't know how many boxes were in the shipment. If you're not going to assemble this right away, you may not know you are missing a box until much later. NOTE TO SELF: FOUR (4) BOXES)The first thing I did was pull out the assembly instructions and was horrified to learn that there was no writing . Just pictures. They looked complicated and I feared the worst. In reality, the instructions were easy to follow, well illustrated and I didn't have to deal with writing that was done by someone in China who took a semester of English in the 8th grade.I read a lot of reviews that said this requires 2 or 3 people to assemble. I assembled the entire gazebo with the exception of the roof panels by myself (I'm 67).Things you need to know: This gazebo needs to be on a base of either concrete pad or a wood deck. I built a ground level deck for mine . I made the deck a foot longer and a foot wider than the gazebo.If you are working alone, Assemble the four legs and rectangular frame upside down. When all four legs are on the frame, tip it over and do the rest standing up.As with most things I do, I assembled mine during a heat wave. Although I live in Maine, it was in the mid nineties on the days I built this. My yard has no shade whatsoever. If you are assembling this in the direct sun, put up a canopy of have a garden hose handy. The parts get incredibly hot. If you don't cool the parts or keep them shaded, handling will be a problem. I misted the parts with the hose. Worked great.I've read review that said some holes don't line up. They do. If you are having a hard time lining up holes, check the instructions again. You are likely doing something wrong.Most of the screws go into threaded brass inserts. Make sure your screw is threaded properly before driving it home. If you cross thread or if you over tighten, the brass insert will spin in the hole and you won't be able to tighten it or remove it. Take your time.I read reviews that said the roof leaks. Within three days of completing mine, a tropical storm came barreling through. I feared the worst. Wind speed got to 50mph and the rain was torrential and driving. I actually went out to check on the gazebo. It held strong and not a drop of rain entered through the roof. Take your time, follow the instructions. If the roof is assembled properly it is water tight. I'll be interested to see how it does with a snow load this winter. **You will need a second person, and a second step ladder to put the roof panels up**The gazebo comes with 12 wedge anchors. These are great for concrete but if you are securing to a wood deck they wont work. I used 2 1/2" galvanized deck screws. In hindsight, had I know about this, I would have added blocks under the deck where each leg lands. Since my deck was built before I got the gazebo it was too late. I did buy some galvanized twisted cable and some eyebolts. I drove the lag eyebolts into the deck frame, ran the cable around each leg and secured with a galvanized wire rope clip. Not real pretty by if I get a big storm it will keep it from ending up in the trees across the street.The only issue I had with the instructions was about the curtains. They come with a Velcro tie to secure them to each post. I still don't know how those work but I've got them to hold back the curtains. Be aware that each curtain covers 1/2 side. It's a little confusing at first but you can close in any part or all of the gazebo with the curtain and / or net.In summary, we have tried all kinds of things to shade our yard. Canopies, Huge 12' umbrellas etc. None really did the job. I was hesitant to part with $1400 for an experiment but it turned out great. This gazebo provides shade wherever and whenever you need it. The roof is well ventilated and it' very comfortable to sit out under it. It is my wife's "go to place". It was a good buy. If you're looking for some shade, you won't go wrong with this gazebo.

I received the unit within a few days. After opening the 4 boxes and calculating the unit to weigh approx 250lbs. I found the instructions for assembly to be excellent. All parts are carfully wrapped and lettered. After arranging all items I put the posts and sections together in 3 hours by myselft with my wife helping to hold the posts. Roof on in another 4 hours. Good idea to put the allen wrench and Phillips head in separate low torque drills. Makes the job much easier. Extremely satisfied with the quality of the unit. Would highly recommend.

We purchase this product knowing that assembly was required. We were prepared with the right tools and ladders. For the most part, assembly was easy. However the second to the last final step, adding the large roof panels was the most difficult task. The large panels wanted to slide out, even though we needed to wait and install them all before adding the frame that held them in place. At first, we used packing tape to hold them in place temporarily, but with the sun, the tape failed, sending 2 pieces to the ground. We quickly realized that we needed to use 8 long bungee cords, those worked perfectly. They allowed us to insert all the large roof panels, then follow up with the frame pieces that secured them. Adding the smaller panels, we were able to work from the inside, as the last step went easy until the last panel. Adding the last top panel was the hardest since we needed to use a ladder from the outside to get it in place. Make sure you have a tall and secure ladder for the last roof panel. After that, hanging the screens and drapes was easy. We really enjoy our new shady spot by the pool. Take our advice when assembling and you will be very pleased with the product.

Bought this product due to some of the good reviews. Not disappointed at all. Shipment was earlier than expected. All 4 boxes arrived at the same time. Remember there are 4 boxes to this kit. All boxes arrived with very little to no damage, just some surface breakage. No damage to any of the product.Since the product arrived earlier than expected, the build started earlier too.Took 5 hrs for myself to spread a tarp out (since building on my new resurfaced deck), spread out all the framing parts, inventory them, and build the complete frame. The instructions don't have text on them, but if you look them over carefully and study the parts, it's a piece of cake. At least for me.I stopped at putting the roofing panels on, because it got warm and late in the day.4 days later I put the roof on, by myself (well, wife handed some parts). Here is a small hint when putting the roof panels on. This helped me put them up and keep them up until time to bolt them on. Use the very long 6mm bolts and slide them in at the bottom of the panel, where the regular bolts go through. Just the bolts no nuts, they are there just to keep the panels in place until they are all up on one side. I only put a couple in each panel.. Then put the regulars bolts in with the spacers.I did this with the small top roof section and the large bottom section. Made it a one person job.The roofing part took another 3 hrs, but I was in no hurry. I did need help in getting the bolts and nut tight.Remember don't tighten all bolts until sections are level (uprights and angle brackets), all roofing supports are in, and also wait until all panels are in before getting them tight.Only had one problem with one hole, loosen a few bolts and everything came together.Been using it everyday.I recommend it.