Use and Care Manual

Gazebos/Pergolas:
Although cedar is naturally resistant to decay, we recommend finishing your gazebo or
pergola with a quality semi-transparent exterior house or deck stain to provide additional
protection. A stain with a water repellent and UV inhibitor is best. If left unfinished, cedar will
weather to a silver-gray color over time.
In addition to staining your gazebo or pergola as needed, you must perform other
maintenance.
• Keep all grass and other vegetation trimmed around the entire perimeter of the
gazebo/pergola.
• Do not mound soil or mulch against your gazebo.
• Do not stack anything against the exterior of your gazebo, such as firewood, for any period
of time.of time.