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Choosing Modern Garden Furniture

Choosing Modern Garden Furniture

If you are looking to purchase furniture for your garden but you want to veer away from more traditional styles, there is an extensive selection of modern garden furniture to choose from in stores and online. But with such a variety of options, it is important that you know what you’re looking for before you hand over the money.

When choosing your furniture, consider these key questions:

1. How much room do you have in your garden? 2. What pieces of furniture must you buy (e.g. four chairs, two side tables, two loungers etc.)? 3. How much time do you want to spend taking care of it? 4. What is going to fit in well with your outdoor space and your lifestyle? 5. What is your budget? 6. How many years do you want it to last and will the weather be a problem?

When you’ve decided what you are looking for, follow the following simple guidelines which are sure to make your furniture look as if it was made just for you and your garden:

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Choose colors that compliment the foliage and design of your garden. For instance, if your plants are mostly green, choose a natural color like dark brown or cream; if you have a yard with year-round colorful flowers, choose bold colors for your furniture like yellows, oranges and blues.

2. Go for some modern materials (like dark wicker, bold plastics and chunky cut wood).

3. Choose a shape that fits in with the surroundings. If your greenery is rugged and has an overgrown look, the you should go with an organic, curved shape. For gardens with tidily maintained, sparse plants, choose angled, neat furniture to fit in naturally with the surroundings.

4. If your chairs have cushions and pillows, make sure the fabric suits the surroundings – for instance, don’t choose a feminine, floral design for a highly architectural, tidy garden as it will just look out of place.

Finally, enjoy your updated garden! Gardens are places to relax and make memories, so choose key accessories that will compliment your new fittings and your garden’s landscape.

Whether it is some hidden lights in the foliage that give the garden a bigger, magical feel at night, or a water feature that gives a zen feeling to the space, or, even, a modern sculpture that draws the eye to a focal point near your new furniture. The art of accessorizing your space will compliment the modern feel you will create with your carefully chosen furnishings.

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Posted by Resort & Stables - January 27, 2012 at 10:21 am

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Cheap garden furniture ? Inexpensive and stunning

Cheap garden furniture ? Inexpensive and stunning

There is a growing trend among home owners to utilize each and every square foot of their property. In such a scenario a backyard or a garden becomes a home within a home. Owning such a natural habitat is great, but requires large amounts of money to make it hospitable and comfortable.

But not everyone has that kind of finances. In such a situation it is always advised to buy Cheap Garden Furniture. It allows you to deck up your garden with various articles at affordable prices. Inexpensive outdoor furniture is the answer, if you are running on a tight budget.

Inexpensive or affordable furniture doesn’t mean inferior in quality. It functions and looks like any standard product. Below mentioned are some of the reasons why these are termed as “Cheap” or “Inexpensive”.

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Obsolete styles are typically cleared by retailers at heavy discounts. These are dead stocks. But for you it translates into a cost effective way to beautify your garden.

2. Furniture made from non-premium material such as synthetic wicker or hybrid materials tend to be cheaper than premium material such as teak wood.

3. Pre-monsoon clearance, festival & Christmas discounts are some of the other ways you can buy garden furniture in your budget.

If you are one of those people who would like to keep his/her carbon foot prints to the minimum, here is a chance to lower that figure still further. Use Rattan Furniture. It is made of natural material; it is light, airy and requires little maintenance.

Furniture made from rattan can be set up in garden, patio or in a conservatory.

Rattan looks exotic; it is affordable and durable. Its natural look brings tranquility in your backyard; an attribute so vital to enjoy outdoor habitat.

Typically found in the jungles of Indonesia, Philippines and Malaysia, rattan is a type of vine which can be weaved into intricate designs. Rattan based furniture is polished or lacquered to increase its life.

Sun Loungers are a great place to lie down, read a book, sip a drink or get a little tan on your body. It feels like heaven. They are available in several designs. Some are made from teak wood, some from wicker and there are yet others which are made from combination of materials. One such combination is wood and aluminum, which provides durability and style. Sun loungers are not only perfect patio furniture but also looks elegant if placed close to the pool. Spread a thick colourful mattress and throw in some scatter pillows; what you get is a comfortable relaxing place which is sheer bliss. They are also made from other materials such as wrought iron and solid metals.

Loungers are typically designed for style and comfort. They have several reclining options to choose from.

Alexander-Francis is the market leader of quality Rattan Furniture. Also check out our Sun Loungers available at great rates.

Question by Kimberley O: Does anyone know the cheapest place to buy plastic garden furniture??

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Answer by RB
Probably check your local dollar stores. Dollar General. Dollar Bazaar, Family Dollar, I have found them there in the past pretty cheap and they are fine!

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Posted by Resort & Stables - January 9, 2012 at 9:25 am

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Modern Rattan Garden Furniture

Modern Rattan Garden Furniture

One of the biggest misconceptions about rattan garden furniture is that it has to look very traditional and almost old-fashioned. Thankfully, things have changed dramatically in the design of these outdoor pieces, and you can now have beautiful pieces that match your more modern home design.

Bold Color Choices

When most people think of rattan garden furniture, they normally think about dull colors: whites and natural hues mostly. But part of the modern design of the furniture has been an update of the color choices available. For example, you could make your outdoor area come to life with a dynamic color combination of black rattan and neon pink cushions. That’s definitely not old fashion.

Sleeker Designs

Most of the rattan garden furniture people are used to seeing looks pretty ordinary. You could probably go back in time and see the same types of pieces in the backyards of your grandparents or their neighbors.

However, the more modern options take some risks with the designs of the furniture. Rounded edges are one of the biggest changes. If you like the traditional look, you’ll find lots of choices available but if you want something a little more unique you’ll find that, too.

Complete Sets

Some people assume that rattan garden furniture might be a good choice for a chair or two but that it won’t be sufficient if you need furnishings for a large backyard that is used for entertaining or needs to seat a large family. That’s not the case anymore. Many of the sets being sold today are as large as dining room table sets. Tables are available with bases made from the same material. And you can find seating for six people at a table, as well as more traditional types of lounging furniture all made from this versatile material.

Find out more about suitable rattan garden furniture and ideas on modern rattan furniture

Question by Bruno G: is the modern day pressure treated wood safe for vegtable gardens?
The old pressure treated wood contained arsenic and was not safe but I understand that has been removed, should i use this in my vegetable garden or not?

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Answer by Ryan S
No, treated wood is highly poisonous. I worked at a lumber yard b4 and i had to wash my hands everytime i handled it…if you do use it keep it elevated above the wood with something.

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Posted by Resort & Stables - December 29, 2011 at 9:26 am

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