What Wood is Better for Outdoor Furniture
As we are preparing for spring, we turn our attention to the back yard or the patio, to spruce it up before we invite family and friends to enjoy an evening of outdoor entertaining. We sit there thinking of the wonderful barbecues we will have, but there is work to do and we have to replace some furniture. Which should we choose
To insure the comfort of our guests and to maximize our success as a great host we need the right patio furniture. By choosing carefully our patio furniture we will not only provide a relaxing atmosphere to our guests but will improve our outdoor surroundings. There is on the market today patio furniture for any budget and for all decor. Choosing the right kind is important.
The following characteristics should be checked out when selecting patio furniture: it should look good and complement the style of the house, as well as the taste of the owner, and it should be of excellent quality since it will be subjected to much use from people, and sometimes even abuse from the elements.
We have many materials to choose from today when buying patio furniture. Technology has improved all of them. Wood or wicker, metal or plastic, all offer some advantages and some disadvantages. The choice is really personal decision.
This article will examine the differences between two different woods, Cedar and Teak.
Native of Southeast Asia Teak is a very dense wood. It can be use for patios and backyards because of its properties. It contains natural oils that make it highly resistant to weather, heat or cold, dryness or humidity do not affect it. It is a very durable wood and an excellent choice.
The style termed Danish Modern of the 50′s and 60′s is what made Teak wood very popular. Its popularity has endured because of its qualities.
Teak is one of the most sought-after types of vintage furniture. It does not splinter and remains cool even under the strongest sun.
With all these qualities it is not surprising that is also one of the most expensive type of patio furniture, although many manufacturers of teak furniture are taking initiatives to bring worldwide prices down and make it more affordable for more people.
Another wood high on the popularity list is Cedar. It can resist to wet weather but also to extreme dryness without splitting. It is an excellent choice to keep insects and even termites away due to its strong odor.
Used for garden furniture as well as construction of pergolas, Cedar is an excellent outdoor wood as it ages and dries without much changes. It will not warp, contract, or splinter. Any kind of paint or other finishes can be used and it is very easy to work with cedar for do-it-yourselfers.
I am sure many of you know the warm feeling, the calming effect that smelling cedar wood has on us. It is more affordable than teak and yet it will still make your patio a very special place.
Cedar or teak, it is sometimes a tough choice, as they both have excellent qualities and will serve you well. Both are durable and require little care. Regardless of what you decide either will serve you well so you should opt for your personal preference.
