Buying Outdoor Furniture

Think About Size

It’s important to think about the size of your outdoor furniture. Is your outdoor furniture going to be used for your own leisure or hosting parties? (Maybe it will be used for both.) Consider table size and how many chairs will fit in your outdoor space comfortably. You don’t want people to feel like they are sitting right on top of each other nor do you want your outdoor furniture too feel huge as if you are on the set of Alice in Wonderland. The shape, size and padding of outdoor chairs is important. Think about the narrowness and how low the chair is compared to who is going to be using it. For example low furniture is difficult for older people to get out of. No one enjoys sitting in an uncomfortable chair. Make sure your chair has enough padding that will last for years.

Think About Quality

Outdoor furniture goes through a lot of harsh weather. Such as sitting out in the sun, wind and rain. This is why it’s important to purchase high quality outdoor furniture that is built to last. When thinking about quality, the type of material your outdoor furniture is made of is key. Quality doesn’t mean expensive. Aluminum, plastic and PVC are all relatively affordable. These materials are rustproof and lightweight. The benefit of purchasing aluminum, plastic and PVC is that they require very little weather treating. Natural wood is a nice strong and sturdy material. This sturdy material tends to be the most comfortable and attractive when it comes to outdoor furniture. Natural wood does require routine weather treatments such as UV protections. Teak, Redwood, Cypress and Cedar are typically the best natural woods for outdoor furniture. Wicker is not only stylish but it is a great material for outdoor furniture. Wicker is durable for the outdoors. Every couple of years wicker furniture should be waterproofed.

Think About Shade

Your outdoor furniture can be of great quality and comfort but if you are left in the scorching sun it can make sitting outside dreadful. Enjoy summer while it's here. An umbrella connected to outdoor tables or a small canopy above your setting are great solutions. Many outdoor furniture items have shade options like a umbrella or small canopy.

Our Top Three Favorite Spring 2013 Home Design Trends

Brass 

Brass is a popular metal finish for 2013 home décor. The reflection of gold brings
ingenious elegance and warmth to a room. You can incorporate brass in your home with the following home décor items: clocks, lamps, tables, and wall art. Another way to include brass into your home is by adding brass handles on kitchen cabinets, kitchen faucets, and other home hardware items.

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Emerald

Emerald is Pantone’s 2013 color of the year and it is everywhere. This bold color brings an elegance and sophistication to a home. Having emerald pillows, vases, and clocks, picture frames, and other small home décor items is an inexpensive way to add a pop of emerald to your home. Another approach is to buy a statement emerald piece such as emerald green couch, table, or dresser. Pairing your statement emerald piece or pieces with neutrals creates a fanatic balance of bold and soft colors. 

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Geometric

Geometric prints and patterns are a great home design trend if you want to make a statement. This trend allows you to give your home some personality. Geometric prints are often hexagons and other repeated patterns. These patterns are often a neutral color paired with a bright bold color. These geometric prints and patterns are commonly seen in pillows, wall art and the architecture of a piece of furniture. Although this trend is a bit daring, it is a great way to set the mood of a room. What makes this trend great is that there is a geometric pattern that matches anyone’s style.

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