Carport Shelters Compared: Choosing the Right Size for Your Vehicle
Why a Portable Carport Shelter Makes Sense
Not every home has a garage, and not every garage has room for a second car, a boat, or a riding mower. A portable carport shelter gives you covered space you can set up on a driveway, gravel pad, or side yard, and take down again when you no longer need it. The Gazebo Store carries four white, shelters with polyethylene covers and metal frames in its Carports collection, from a compact 10' x 20' canopy to a 32' x 16' heavy-duty shelter.
This guide compares all four using the specifications listed on each product page, so you can match the shelter to what you actually need to cover.
The Four Carport Shelters at a Glance
| Model | Footprint | Peak height | Covered area | Weight | Sidewalls included | Sale price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10' x 20' Heavy Duty Canopy | 20' x 10' | 8.9' | 200 sq. ft. | 100 lbs | Yes, with windows | $589.99 (was $1,179.99) |
| 18' x 20' Carport Shelter | 18' x 20' | 11'6" | 360 sq. ft. | 178 lbs | No | $689.99 (was $1,379.99) |
| 18' x 27' Carport Shelter | 18' x 27' | 11'6" | 486 sq. ft. | 283 lbs | No | $869.99 (was $1,739.99) |
| 32' x 16' Heavy Duty Carport Shelter | 32' x 16' | 10' | 512 sq. ft. | 241 lbs | Yes, with windows | $959.99 (was $1,919.99) |
Prices and specifications are as listed on thegazebostore.com at the time of writing; check each product page for current pricing.
Which Size Fits What You Need to Cover?
10' x 20' Heavy Duty Canopy: one vehicle or a work area
The 10' x 20' Heavy Duty Canopy is the most compact option, with a rectangular shape, an 8.9' peak, and 200 square feet of cover. It comes with removable sidewalls that have windows, so it can work as an enclosed shelter for a single car or a covered workspace, and it doubles as an event canopy. At 100 lbs, it's also the lightest of the four.
18' x 20' Carport Shelter: tall, wide cover for larger vehicles
The 18' x 20' Carport Shelter has a triangular (peaked) roof that rises to 11'6", with no center pole getting in the way underneath. That height and 18' width give you 360 square feet of open, drive-under cover. Its listing shows sidewalls as not included, so plan on an open-sided carport.
18' x 27' Carport Shelter: extra length for trailers and boats
The 18' x 27' Carport Shelter keeps the same 18' width, 11'6" peak, and pole-free interior as the 18' x 20', but stretches to 27' long for 486 square feet. That extra length is useful for longer loads like a vehicle with a trailer. Like the 18' x 20', sidewalls are listed as not included, and this model's listing shows no storage bag.
32' x 16' Heavy Duty Carport Shelter: the most covered space
The 32' x 16' Heavy Duty Carport Shelter offers the largest footprint in the collection at 512 square feet, with a 10' peak and a rectangular shape. It includes removable sidewalls with windows, so you can close it in for more protection from wind-blown rain and dust, and its frame has the same 1mm metal thickness as the 10' x 20' canopy.
What All Four Shelters Have in Common
- Polyethylene covers that are listed as water-, UV-, mold-, and mildew-resistant (160 g/sq.m on the 10' x 20'; 180 g/sq.m on the three larger shelters).
- Metal frames with roughly 38mm pole diameter.
- Ropes and stakes included for anchoring.
- Two or more people are suggested for setup.
- Lifetime warranty, hassle-free returns, and free shipping, as listed on each product page.
Tips for Setting Up a Carport Shelter
- Measure first. Check the full footprint and peak height against your driveway or pad, and leave room to walk around the vehicle.
- Pick level ground. A flat surface keeps the frame square and the cover evenly tensioned.
- Anchor every leg. Use the included ropes and stakes, and add weights or surface anchors if you're setting up on concrete or asphalt.
- Keep the roof clear. Don't let water, leaves, or snow pile up on the cover, and take the shelter down ahead of severe weather.
- Store it dry. Let the cover dry completely before packing it away to help prevent mold and mildew.
Shipping Details
According to the product pages, shipping to the United States is free, orders ship within 24 business hours, and standard delivery takes 3 to 6 business days (freight orders can take longer). The store currently does not ship to Hawaii, Alaska, the Virgin Islands, or Puerto Rico.
Find Your Carport Shelter
Whether you need a compact canopy for one car or 512 square feet of cover for vehicles and equipment, browse the full Carports collection to compare current prices. Looking for event cover instead? See our Easy Pop Up Tents and Commercial Tents.