Looking for Outdoor furniture
When looking for quality outdoor furniture, look for the same features you would in fine indoor furniture. Quality structure of furniture that will be at the mercy of the elements is of utmost importance.
Look for features such as brass or stainless steel screws which will not rust. All screws should be inset and not visible or exposed. Extras such as support brackets under armrest and adequate tendons on legs increase stability. Choose furniture with “cut” curvatures rather than steamed and bent. This will eliminate warping overtime from constant seasonal changes.
In addition to structure, choice of wood is very important for outdoor furniture. The most widely used wood for exposure to weather is teak. It has been the wood of choice for use on boats as well as outdoor furniture due to its high oil content and density. This all translates into high weather resistance.
When choosing outdoor furniture, find out the source of the wood. Many exotic woods including teak and Brazilian cherry have been exploited because of their beauty and high value worldwide. Many such woods in the wild are rare outside of national parks and preserves. When purchasing outdoor furniture, or any furniture, make sure the company does not buy endangered species from the wild. This usually means the company should buy through the Department of Natural Resources of from a commercial tree farm. Make sure their practice for getting wood for their products is environmentally responsible.
