subject: Patio Furniture The Fits Your Needs [print this page] When you go patio furniture shopping, be prepared to get confused. You can simplify your search by following the three easy steps that follow.
Step 1 is to be certain of your location. Look over the area and measure it. How will the furniture be used? Is it indoors, outdoors, or both? If the furniture needs to be moved or lifted, is it in a handy spot? Could the furniture be better located?
The size and type of furniture is dependent on the answer to these questions. Youll want to consider, for example, the durability of the materials for furniture that will be outdoors year around. The furnitures weight should be a consideration, can it be picked up and carried easily? If you must move it alone, you may want to consider something lightweight.
Select furniture thats appropriate for the space. You want to get a good perspective on the actual size of the area that you have. Too many pieces in a small area will make the area seem even smaller. If you over-furnish your area, youll put your guests in danger of tripping when they move around. Dont get crazybuy only what you need.
Now move on to Step 2, making your furniture type choices. Tables, seating, and recliners are the three general groups of outdoor furniture. Hammocks, swings, pillows and cushions, grills, and outdoor lighting are some common accessories youll want to consider adding. Once again, consider the space available when deciding on accessories.
Choose quality over quantity. Less is more in this case. Items you select should match each other, and your needs. Dont forget to consider size and weight factors for frequently moved furniture.
Deciding on the materialsStep 3is your last step. The variety of materials make this a difficult decision, base it on your needs, comfort and the time you can devote to upkeep. The materials decision hinges on such factors as basic needs, comfort, amount of maintenance time, and your budget. Natural materials are beautiful, but often require time for repair and upkeep. You need to decide how much time you can devote to repairs.
Teak is a nice choice as it ages wonderfully, but it can be quite expensive. Some synthetic materials are not as pricey and require less upkeep, but quality varies immensely. Metal has its downside as well: it has the tendency to rust or corrode. You must seriously consider which type will best meet your needs and time.
Thats all there is to it! First, pick your location, then consider the pieces needed for your space, and finally pick your materials.
Broken down that simply, you should be ready to shop!
