subject: Finding Quality Patio Furniture [print this page] When you want to enjoy the outdoors in your backyard, having a great set of patio furniture is a wonderful addition. You don't want it to break, chip, mold, or stain. When you are choosing your furniture, you want something that will last for many years to come. There are several steps that you should follow to make sure that you get the most for your money.
The first thing you should do is make sure that you know what material option so that you have. If it is plastic, there is a higher probability of it blowing away, but can easily be moved and it won't mold. Another option is aluminum, which will not mold and is very light, but it can bend out of shape easily. There is also iron, which is solid and be long lasting, but will rust if it is left outside in the elements. Then, you have wood, which is a sturdy, but will mold and weather if it is not refinished every year. Finally, there is recycled plastic wood, which looks like wood, but is heavier. It also does not mold and does not need to be refinished. A good way to know what is durable is to look at golf clubs, restaurants that offer outdoor seating, and resorts to see what style and materials they use.
Once you have an idea of what kind of material you want your patio furniture to be constructed from, you need to consider cushions. You don't want water to collect in them and they should be good in all types of weather. Even though you get them waterproof, you should take them inside if it looks like the weather will be bad or they will not be in use for some time. You also want to make sure that it is a popular design so that you can get them replaced later if needed.
Next, you should make sure that they can be treated against mold and mildew and that you know how to treat the patio furniture properly so that it always looks its best. Most are waterproof if it is meant to be used out of doors. Make sure that you understand how this is done and get it done before you put any money down on it.
Once you have decided what you want, you need to look for the best deal. However, you do get what you pay for, so be prepared to pay a little more for quality. To get the best deal on what you have researched, you can compare the retail prices on websites that offer discounts, sometimes by hundreds of dollars. The best time to buy may be during the off-season.
Something to remember so that your patio furniture is put to its full potential, get your guaranteed in writing, and that it can be washed. This will assure you the best quality and years of enjoyment.
