Customer Reviews for Yardistry Meridian 12 ft. x 14 ft. Premium Cedar Outdoor Patio Shade Gazebo with Architectural Posts and Brown Aluminum Roof
- Modern design enhances and shades any backyard or garden space
- A gazebo perfectly compliments any outdoor patio furniture set
- Thick Cedar lumber and aluminum roof ensure lasting durability
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What Customers Say
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Customers say the Yardistry 12x14 Gazebo with Aluminum Roof is a well-constructed and aesthetically pleasing addition to their outdoor spaces. Many appreciate the quality of the cedar wood and the sturdy design, which withstands various weather conditions. While assembly can be time-consuming and requires multiple people, clear instructions and helpful online videos facilitate the process. Some customers noted minor issues with warped wood and the thinness of the roof panels, but overall, the product has received positive feedback for enhancing outdoor living experiences.
Oct 1, 2024
Great features
All parts are good quality. I recommend to everyone.
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Customer review from yardistrystructures.comSep 13, 2024
Nightmare plastic wrap
Very disappointed :
Assembly and customer service!
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Response from Customer Experience TeamSep 24, 2024
Hello Tine,
We are sorry to hear, the issue you had with peeling off the the protective film, on your gazebo panels. As long as the panels are not sitting for long periods of time, with the plastic on, or sitting in direct heat, it has not been an issue. The cooler the panels are, the easier the plastic is to take off. If we can be of any assistance, please reach out to us directly at 1-888-509-4382.-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
Customer review from yardistrystructures.comAug 29, 2024
Very nice gazebo!
We bought this in June and am very pleased with it.
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Customer review from yardistrystructures.comJul 4, 2024
Great quality
We just bought this Gazebo and absolutely love it. Great quality
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Response from Customer Experience TeamJul 5, 2024
Hello Danielle S,
We are happy to hear that you are loving your Gazebo. Thank you for sharing.-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
Customer review from yardistrystructures.comJun 29, 2024
Backyard Oasis with Yatdistry
We bought this pavilion one year ago, and we are so pleased with it. It was easy to assemble with help from friends and it has provided us a great gathering place for friends and family to get together. We added the privacy wall and the bar counter and both are high-quality. We just installed the gutter system from yard history and it matches beautifully. I would highly recommend!
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Response from Customer Experience TeamJul 3, 2024
Hello Koeks Yard,
We appreciate your feedback and are delighted to know you recommend our structures.-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
Customer review from yardistrystructures.comJun 25, 2024
Beautiful addition to our back yard
We purchased online the 12 x 14 meridian gazebo for our deck. Very pleased with the assembled product. Well constructed and clear instructions for assembly.
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Customer review from yardistrystructures.comJun 11, 2024
Well made, well thought out, quality gazebo kit
I built the 12X14 Meridian to cover our back patio. Putting it together requires basic - intermediate skills but the instructions are well written, and the wood cuts / holes are spot on - it came together very nicely. All the hardware is included. I did seal the main posts and edging prior to assembly to give those pieces some extra protection. It does require at least 3 able-bodied persons to get the roof panels on - they are surprisingly light but awkward to maneuver. I added the gutter kit which is fairly easy to install and does a great job of channeling the rain into the landscaping. And finally, I added a plug-in outdoor ceiling fan and light with additional plugs for phone chargers - all outdoor extension cords and cord covers. My wife was in charge of furnishings and decorations. Overall, I am thrilled with the results and a huge fun of Yardistry products.
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Response from Customer Experience TeamJun 11, 2024
Hello Callsignhomer,
Your 12 x 14 Meridian Gazebo looks great! Thank you for sharing, and we are happy to hear that you are thrilled with the outcome. Enjoy!-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
Customer review from yardistrystructures.comJun 9, 2024
Build went as expected....until it didn't
We had the manpower. Everyone watched the 'helpful hints' videos on line. We had all of the cedar components built in a couple of hours. No issues. Until we started to installing the aluminum roof panels. Dead stop. It took us 4 hours to peel the plastic film off. A ridiculous amount of time. Yardistry will respond that the plastic film is there to protect the panels. My response: Find a better way. The ridge caps, roof ridge track sections and roof trim sections all peeled easily. The panels, not so much. It was like a kind of torture! Lol. Also, look for parts inside the main posts, they're hollow and we had some inventory hidden in there. A solid product, well packaged, well designed. Could have done without the plastic film drama.
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Response from Customer Experience TeamJun 10, 2024
Hello Spa Sanctuary,
Thank you for bringing your feedback, about the protective film on the panels, to our attention. At Yardistry we value and appreciate all feedback from our Consumers, both the positive and the negative. The comments we receive are passed on to our Quality and Product Development teams.-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
Customer review from yardistrystructures.comJun 5, 2024
Our 1st Yardistry Gazebo
About 5 years ago we installed a Yardistry 12x14 Gazebo on out patio off our dining room. We have just had another Yardistry Gazebo installed on our lower patio
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Response from Customer Experience TeamJun 5, 2024
Hello,
Thank you for your review, and for being part of the Yardistry family!-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
Customer review from yardistrystructures.comJun 2, 2024
Yardistry gazebo
We bought our gazebo, and installed it on our patio 3 years ago and.we love it.
We use it from April to November
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Response from Customer Experience TeamJun 2, 2024
Hello Ad6691,
We are glad to hear, and see, that you are loving your Gazebo. Thank you for sharing!-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
Customer review from yardistrystructures.comMay 20, 2024
Bought basic but upgraded
I bought this several years ago. Maybe in 2019. We gradually upgraded several things. Added insulation and stained beadboard ceiling. Added a plug in ceiling fan. Yardistry didnt have the walls yet so I built them myself and added a storage cabinet topped with granite. Glad to see walls are an option now! Wrapped the posts with faux rock. This is an option now too! Stained the whole thing with tobacco colored stain. This year I notice the roof was sun faded and screws were starting to rust. Replaced all the screws and painted the roof red. Love it! Carpenter bees love wood so I have a couple hanging things to deter them. I’ve got to say thus is the Best investment we ever made. Great summer hangout and really holds up over time and weather.
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Response from Customer Experience TeamMay 21, 2024
Hello,
You're Gazebo looks great, and we are excited to see you had a positive experience! Thank you so much for taking the time to share. It is very much appreciated!-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
Customer review from yardistrystructures.comMay 14, 2024
Disappointed with Mold Growth After One Winter
I was initially thrilled with my 10x10 gazebo. It looked fantastic in my backyard, and everyone who visited loved it. However, after just one winter, several boards became quite moldy. I'm baffled about how this happened so quickly.
To add insult to injury, I spoke with my neighbors who have a different brand of gazebo (at a much lower price point) that's still in great condition after three years. Disappointingly, upon reading other reviews now, I see similar experiences with mold growth for this brand.
The quality of the materials simply doesn't seem to match the brand's image. Overall, this has been a frustrating experience, and I wouldn't recommend this gazebo to others, especially considering the price.
For your reference, I'm located in Waterloo, Ontario.
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Response from Yardistry TeamMay 16, 2024
Hello Lucius,
We want all of our customers to be 100% satisfied with their Yardistry structure, and we are so sorry that your experience with us fell short of expectations. We also want to thank you for giving us a chance to make things right. Please reach out to us directly, with photos, to support@yardistrystructures.com, and we will have our Quality Team view, and assess.-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
We want all of our customers to be 100% satisfied with their Yardistry structure, and we are so sorry that your experience with us fell short of expectations. We also want to thank you for giving us a chance to make things right. Please reach out to us directly, with photos, to support@yardistrystructures.com, and we will have our Quality Team view, and assess.-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
Customer review from homedepot.caMay 14, 2024
Love this pavillion.!
Beautifully finished material and everything fit perfectly. Built this by myself with the exception of sliding the roof panels. Hard part was peeling the protective film off the roofing.
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Customer review from yardistrystructures.comMar 31, 2024
A perfect touch our backyard!
We bought this in mid-March and it got installed last week. We are so in love with how it turned out. It is beautiful and looks classy!
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Response from Customer Experience TeamMar 31, 2024
Hello KGAT,
We thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, and review. We hope you continue to enjoy your Gazebo!-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
Customer review from yardistrystructures.comFeb 23, 2024
Great product!
I bought my Pavilion last year and it was the best choice for any season!
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Response from Customer Experience TeamFeb 23, 2024
Hello Thati,
Thank you for your 14 x 12 Pavilion review! We're glad to hear you are happy with your structure.-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
Customer review from yardistrystructures.comNov 16, 2023
Roof oxidizes and turns a different color.
We purchased our Yardistry 12x14 gazebo. The Montana brown roof has oxidized and turned color. I emailed Yardistry customer service and provided photos. They instructed me to clean with soap, water, and a cloth. After doing this the entire roof is still faded and lost its origional color. After providing them with photos after cleaning they responded that this is not covered under warranty. One would think the roofs finish would have held up a little longer than 2 years. Very disappointed.
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Response from Yardistry TeamNov 20, 2023
Hello Anthony,
We want you to feel comfortable sharing good or bad news with us. We are so sorry that your experience with us fell short of expectations. If we can be of any further assistance, please reach back out to us.-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
We want you to feel comfortable sharing good or bad news with us. We are so sorry that your experience with us fell short of expectations. If we can be of any further assistance, please reach back out to us.-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
Sep 27, 2023
Size is smaller
Not exactly 10x10 in size.
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Customer review from homedepot.caSep 27, 2023
Excellent Quality
Superior quality, actually really impressed considering this is not my first pre fab gazebo, did take forever to put together but well worth it.
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Customer review from homedepot.caSep 19, 2023
Gazebo
Well constructed unit. All pieces fit together properly. Easy to put together. Only drawback was the plastic covering on the metal roof. Very tough to peel off!
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Response from Yardistry TeamSep 19, 2023
Hello Dan L,
Thank you for sharing your 10 x 10 Meridian Gazebo review with us. Enjoy your structure!-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
Thank you for sharing your 10 x 10 Meridian Gazebo review with us. Enjoy your structure!-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
Customer review from homedepot.caSep 17, 2023
Amazing addition to our space
Can’t say enough about our pavilion- well made, not too difficult to build, just a beautiful product - we will likely be adding the bar soon
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Response from Customer ExperienceSep 18, 2023
Hello JeanA,
We are thrilled to see you had a positive experience! Thank you so much for taking the time to share. It is very much appreciated!-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
Customer review from yardistrystructures.comSep 14, 2023
Great Gazebo with a great finish!
Great Gazebo. The finish is excellent, the instructions are "reasonably" clear (do be sure to go through them once fully before starting).
Putting it together was challenging and you definitely need upwards of 4 people for the roof assembly part. The rest I could do myself.
The fitment was excellent once I went back a couple of times (in places) to ensure I was following along with the instructions.
I set out all the parts logically, went through the instructions a few times, but it was not until I was building it that it started to make sense. Had to go back to ensure I was not over tightening, or getting ahead of myself. The roof was the trickiest to put together as the instructions are not clear regarding overhang or the lining up of stuff UNTIL you have it all up, and you now see what is needed.
But otherwise this is a fantastic gazebo with great build quality and engineering. Took about 10 hours total for mostly myself to put together, and a few neighbours to assist with the roof.
Would recommend!
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Response from Yardistry TeamSep 18, 2023
Hello Edward H,
We appreciate your 10 x 10 Meridian Gazebo feedback, and review. Enjoy your structure!-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
We appreciate your 10 x 10 Meridian Gazebo feedback, and review. Enjoy your structure!-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
Customer review from homedepot.caSep 4, 2023
High Quality Cedar / Aluminum Gazebo.
I originally ordered one unit. These are very well constructed and “easy” to assemble. Just take your time. The cedar components are solid and cut to exact measure. No difficulty at all in joining the pieces. It took about 6 hours to preassemble and then 4 hours for my wife and I to compete the build on our deck. Even though the cedar will weather nicely and has a light pretreatment we also used a Semi Transparent Behr premium stain to ensure no issues years to come. We were so pleased with the quality we just purchased a second unit and it’s been completed and installed as well. Adding an brown aluminum gutter to finish it off!
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Response from Yardistry TeamSep 5, 2023
Hello Colin George,
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us, and for rating your Yardistry Experience with a 5-star! Enjoy your 10 x 10 Meridian Gazebo!-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us, and for rating your Yardistry Experience with a 5-star! Enjoy your 10 x 10 Meridian Gazebo!-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
Customer review from homedepot.caAug 13, 2023
Love it
We bought this because we have another Yardistry gazebo…BBQ one, this one did not disappoint us again. The quality and design is great. The instructions were pretty much bang on but it did take 4 people about 7 hours ( few pops in between) to put together. We are very happy with the final product…
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Response from Yardistry TeamAug 15, 2023
Hello Searider,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us. We take pride in knowing our customers are happy with their Yardistry build experience.-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us. We take pride in knowing our customers are happy with their Yardistry build experience.-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
Customer review from homedepot.caAug 13, 2023
Exceptional quality and great costumer service.
Easy to assemble after reading the instructions. The parts fit together perfectly.
Was missing some pieces not because Yardistry but due to the retailer. Yardistry has stepped up and had my missing parts in a few days. The product is excellent the service is way over and above anything I experienced with any company in a long, long time. I would absolutely recommend anything they make based on my experience.
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Response from Customer ExperienceAug 14, 2023
Hello,
Thank you so much for such great feedback regarding your 12 x 14 Meridian Gazebo. Enjoy!
Customer review from yardistrystructures.comAug 8, 2023
Buyer Beware!!!
Very disappointed with the installation and quality of the construction of gazebo. I paid for assembly and they sent 2 inexperienced kids instead of 4 experienced men as the instructions stated was required. My building permit was denied because gazebo failed to meet safety codes. Now Home Depot is harassing me for additional funds for the installation. Be careful purchasing these structures. They charged me $1000 for installation now they want $2800 more!!!
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Response from Yardistry TeamAug 8, 2023
Hello Unhappy buyer,
We are so sorry to hear about this experience. We want all of our customers to have 100% satisfaction with their Yardistry build. Yardistry does not offer installation services. As a service to our customers we do maintain a list of installers that we have had good feedback in regards to. While we are happy to offer these suggestions, we do not endorse nor guarantee the workmanship of such recommendations. If we can be of any assistance, please reach out to us directly at 1-888-509-4382.-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
We are so sorry to hear about this experience. We want all of our customers to have 100% satisfaction with their Yardistry build. Yardistry does not offer installation services. As a service to our customers we do maintain a list of installers that we have had good feedback in regards to. While we are happy to offer these suggestions, we do not endorse nor guarantee the workmanship of such recommendations. If we can be of any assistance, please reach out to us directly at 1-888-509-4382.-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
Customer review from homedepot.caAug 6, 2023
Great addition to our back yard
This is a fantastic gazebo kit with excellent easy to follow instructions. Illustrations were very helpful and I managed to do the entire gazebo, except the roof sections by myself. All the pieces fit perfectly. I took a lot of extra time to ensure the posts and support beams were exactly as described in the manual. With help from f friends we had the roof up and aligned in just over an hour.
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Response from Customer ExperienceAug 8, 2023
Hello Skeeter78,
Thank you for your Gazebo review! Your structure looks great!-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
Customer review from yardistrystructures.comAug 5, 2023
Excellent product and instructions
We are extremely happy with the 12 X 14 Meridian Gazebo. The instructions were easy to follow and all the pieces went together as described. We are anxious to get the gutter kit when it is back in stock.
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Response from Customer ExperienceAug 6, 2023
Hello Skeeter,
Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate hearing what our customers have to say about their Yardistry build.-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
Customer review from yardistrystructures.comJul 26, 2023
Very bad quality posts
Buyers, be aware of the poor quality of the posts on this Gazebo for which Yardistry refuses to provide support. Within a month from the install, these posts started to crack. A year later and still no response and no replacement from Yardistry. The posts are empty inside and they are made of multiple parts that are sealed together. These parts are getting detached affecting the structure of this gazebo which is very heavy. This can become a hazard and harm people.
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Response from Yardistry TeamJul 28, 2023
Hello Brin,
We are so sorry to hear that you are not satisfied with your 12 x 14 Meridian Gazebo. We are always here to help, and we want you to be 100% satisfied with your structure. To best assist you, please send photos to support@yardistrystructures.com, and we will be more than happy to view and assess.-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
We are so sorry to hear that you are not satisfied with your 12 x 14 Meridian Gazebo. We are always here to help, and we want you to be 100% satisfied with your structure. To best assist you, please send photos to support@yardistrystructures.com, and we will be more than happy to view and assess.-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
Jul 1, 2023
Love the living space this gazebo adds to our back
We are so happy with the gazebo. I gave it 4 stars because the stain is peeling off in some places.
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Response from Customer ExperienceJul 3, 2023
Hello Kimjef,
We are so sorry to hear that your stain is peeling. Please send photos to us, directly at, support@yardistrystructures.com, and we will certainly help in any way we can. We appreciate your feedback.-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
Customer review from yardistrystructures.comJun 30, 2023
What a backyard addition!
I installed this a month ago and we are loving it!
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Response from Customer ExperienceJun 30, 2023
Hello Tor19,
We’d just like to thank you for taking the time to leave a review for your 12 x 12 Meridian Gazebo.-The Yardistry Customer Experience Team-
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