Garden furniture should be functional, comfortable, durable and appealing. The garden area can be used for relaxation or entertaining your guests and the furniture should be suitable to the requirement. It is essential to determine the type of furniture required before searching in various furniture stores.
Here is a guide to help you buy suitable and durable garden furniture:
- Available Space: You should measure the space in the garden and find furniture accordingly. The furniture should not cramp the moving space in the garden and fit in the available apace comfortably.
- Budget: You should decide the amount you would like to spend on the garden furniture before visiting different furniture stores. You should also take into consideration maintenance and repair costs when making the purchase.
- Weather Conditions: Whether you want to use your furniture seasonally or all throughout the year will help you decide the garden furniture that you want to buy. If you want to store the furniture during winters or rainy season, then you must choose lightweight furniture that can be moved around easily. You can also select folded chairs and tables, which are easy to store.
- Material: Garden furniture is available in a variety of materials such as wood, plastic, metal, etc. Wooden furniture looks elegant and stylish and is available in teak, mahogany, maple etc. Many people also prefer wooden furniture with high oil content, as it makes it water resistant. Wooden furniture needs special care as it can develop mold or dampness during rain and should be covered. Metal furniture is also available an array of shapes, sizes and colors. Metal furniture is coated with anti rust coating that keeps it safe from moisture during rainy season and humidity. Plastic furniture is an affordable option besides being lightweight and easy to store. It is weather resistant and a durable option.
- Use: Depending upon the usage, you can choose from a variety of garden furniture such as chairs, loungers, benches and chair sets. Some people even prefer swing sets and hammocks to relax in the garden.
- Maintenance: Homeowners often buy garden furniture that requires minimum care and is easy to clean. Moisture and sunlight can hamper the quality and durability of the garden furniture. Thus, it is important to buy all weather tough garden furniture.
It is essential to consider these factors before purchasing garden furniture to ensure a long lasting and comfortable buy.
