Cabana (structure)

Cabana (structure)

A cabana or cabaña is a structure of either of these types:
* a small hut built with a thatched roof, most commonly built in tropical climates near bodies of water.
*a temporary or permanent free standing shade structure with traversing curtains, decorative drapes and/or solid walls; it can be fabricated from a variety of materials and in sizes ranging from 4ft x 4ft dressing rooms, up to 40ft x 80ft hospitality suites. Typical sizes are 10ft x 10ft, 12ft x 12ft, and 8ft x 16ft. Cabana frames can be made of aluminum or steel with a polyester powder coat paint finish or other durable multi-layer finish or treated wood. Top covers, side walls and/or traversing curtains are made of exterior grade fabrics or thatched materials. Custom cabanas may include accessories such as electrical wiring, ceiling fans, television mounts, partitions, dressing rooms and air vents.

ee also

* Cabana boy
* Canopy
* Gazebo


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