Entry #1192, May 19, 2012
Extending your outdoor home with the comfort of outdoor furniture is a great idea. It provides a space for outdoor activities or a relaxing place to cope with stress. The presence of outdoor furniture will definitely boost the amenities that your home can offer.
Helpful tips for choosing outdoor furniture
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But not all furniture can withstand the challenges of outdoor environment. To help you choose the right outdoor furniture, here are things you need to consider:
Materials
Durability is non-negotiable. If you have enough budget, you may opt to have furniture made of aluminum or steel. These furniture types are preferred by people who have fixed location since these can be very difficult to move from one place to another due to its weight. If you want it to be portable and can be re-arranged at any time, feel free to go with hard plastic and wicker, or resin wicker is a great idea for harsh climates and wood furniture. You can also have sturdy wood that holds the heat of the sun excellently. Consider teak and cedar wood that both will hold up to hot sun and wet pool sides.
Lifestyle
If you intend to have outdoor furniture for personal moments or just for members of the family, you may decide on wood furniture. Wood furniture is generally comfortable and classy. However, if you are a busy person and want low maintenance furniture, you may pick aluminum-made furnishings. If you are party-savvy, choose plastic furniture so that you can move them easily to fit your theme.
Select furniture that matches your climate and lifestyle
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Climate
Furniture made of wood is not good if left out during winter. Steel furniture is also weak if exposed in rainy days because the rust will develop and deteriorate its quality. While aluminum may be rust free and can endure all year round, but it does not come cheap. Plastic can be reliable but still prone to fading and pitting. Knowing the strengths and limitations of these furniture in a given weather condition can help lengthen its services.
These three considerations will help you decide the appropriate outdoor furniture that is worth more than what you paid for.
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Great advice, the best patio furniture should be durable and long lasting without sacrificing beauty and comfort. The resin wicker makes a good choice because it can also be used in sunrooms or covered porches.