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Feb 8, 2010 
When it comes to selecting garden furniture, or patio furniture, it is important to remember that it will probably be left outside in all weathers, so it must be able to stand up to extreme changes of temperatures.It would be helpful if all garden furniture was able to cope with such conditions but it seems some falls short of the grade.In the world of garden furniture it is fair to say “you get what you pay for”, often cheap furniture will fair poorly in the winter months.
OK, so you know you don’t just want the cheapest furniture that you can find, what is the next step?The next step will be to decide which of the following two materials you would prefer in your garden:
Metal Garden Furniture & Hardwood Garden Furniture
Metal Garden Furniture
Aluminium is the only metal used for manufacturing garden furniture that will last whatever is thrown at it.This is because Aluminium will not rust whatever the weather.Aluminium garden furniture basically comes in two forms being: cast aluminium or framed aluminium. Cast Aluminium is made from a mould and is often quite decorative, framed aluminium is the more modern version that you are likely to see in coffee shops. Whichever you choose, you will get all the benefits of Aluminium.
If you are sold on metal furniture, then Aluminium is definitely the way to go as it will last for many years.
Hardwood Garden Furniture
This is my favourite, because no two pieces are "exactly" the same.It is the grain that makes each piece slightly different.There are many different options when it comes to wooden garden furniture so I will not attempt to mention every one.
In my ten years of experience in the garden furniture industry, I have not yet found a wood to rival teak.This is because teak has a high natural oil content so will resist warping when it comes into contact with water, which is a given in the UK.
Teak is more expensive than a lot of woods on the market, but this is because it will last for many years even if you don’t treat it.
Teak is a hard wood that grows very slowly.Look out for the Forest Stewardship Councils (FSC) seal of approval on your teak furniture, to be sure that it has been produced in a responsible forest management system.
Quality Teak Garden Furniture should last for 20-25 years, so when you compare the life of it, to the cost, it is extremely good value for money.
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