[reblogged from bejacksfriend]
Okay, so you want a new table and chairs for your back garden. Is it going to be made of metal, wood, plastic… or crap? Yes, junk; rubbish, refuse, waste. Believe it or not, some people make the ugliest furniture out of the most ridiculous material and shove it in their gardens. Beer cans, tyres, chicken wire, old ashtrays and even PS1’s (the original ‘brick-style type’ ones)!
Why on Earth would you want to make a main attraction out of a total eyesore??? I’m all for recycling, but isn’t this taking things a little bit too far? And, to top it all off, many of these Artists in Junk will post endless pictures of their ‘achievements’ on the Net so that everyone can share their excitement.
And me? Well, call me old-fashioned if you like, but I prefer traditional garden furniture. After the amount of time I spend making my garden look nice, I am hardly going to ‘set it all off’ with a chair made of used ear buds…
[reblogged from photobucket]
Most of us would agree that the basic colour scheme of vegetation is green! But it is possible to choose from several other colours when you are designing your garden. You can change the whole look of your garden by choosing different coloured plants. Some people will even stick to one or two certain shades and this can look really nice. Read the rest of this entry »
[reblogged from typepad]
It’s amazing how much wildlife there can be in your own back garden. Even in built-up areas you can get a large variety of birds and hedgehogs who will often filch from your pet food bowl! Sitting outdoors in the summer can be made even nicer if there are lots of different birds to watch. Read the rest of this entry »
[reblogged from inhabitat]
If you are a dab hand at woodwork, then you will know how just how many things you can make for your home. Joinery really is a very useful skill to have. Some items will take a surprisingly short amount of time to make and, if you have enough patience, there are far larger projects to consider. Read the rest of this entry »
[reblogged from haterawards]
If you are planning to buy a table and chairs for your garden then the first thing you will need to decide on is exactly how much you want to spend. There is a huge selection to choose from with furniture to suit any budget.
A lot of the cost will depend on what it is made from. Plastic is normally the cheapest option, with wooden or metal furniture costing more. Obviously, with this type of thing it is very much a case of ‘you get what you pay for’. You may find a plastic table and chairs for a small price tag, but it will not be big on quality. The chairs will usually be very flimsy and the plastic will often lose its coating over quite a short space of time. Read the rest of this entry »
[reblogged from blaize]
Most of us love the summertime! It is so nice to get some jobs done out in the garden without feeling cold. British summers are well-known for being a bit on the unpredictable side, so it is important to enjoy every minute that you can. There are just so many different things to enjoy; sunbathing, taking a trip to the beach, gardening and playing Frisbee with the kids. Read the rest of this entry »
[reblogged from wordpress]
If you have bought some good quality furniture for your garden, then you are going to want to take care of it. When the summer months are over it will need to be stored for quite a long time before it is time to get it out again. It is over this period that it can easily become very dirty and possibly even damaged. But by applying a little bit of thought you can keep it all in tip-top condition. Read the rest of this entry »
[reblogged from familydoctor]
Lazing around in the back garden is a thoroughly pleasurable experience, but not everyone wants to be sat in the blazing sun. Sometimes it is just too hot, even if you are the kind of person who likes to get a nice tan. Besides, we all know that it can be dangerous to spend too much time sunbathing. Read the rest of this entry »
Posted by A Blue Blogger | Posted in traditional garden furniture | Posted on 20-08-2009
Aluminium garden furniture is very durable, highly resistant to corrosion and can be safely left outside in all seasons and all types of weather (hurricanes notwithstanding). However, here is some advice for those owners of aluminium garden furniture who want to keep it looking extra special for the summer months.
If you are thinking about storing your aluminium garden furniture away over the winter, the first thing you should know is that this isn’t always necessary. Aluminium doesn’t rust, rot or warp like most materials used for garden furniture; some companies even offer a lifetime structural warranties that guarantee replacement furniture in the event of any of the above. What’s more, high quality cast aluminium garden furniture won’t fade, crack or chip either – meaning that no maintenance is required whatsoever all year round, even if you do leave it outside!
If you absolutely have to feel like you are doing something to protect your garden furniture during the winter months, consider applying some oil to it to further protect it from oxidation.
If you are still not convinced and want to hide your furniture away from the cold and the snow, then be sure to stack it the correct way up. Putting your furniture upside-down allows moisture to collect inside hollow legs and tubes; when the cold comes and this moisture freezes, there is a chance it could damage the furniture you care so much about.
My advice is to buy from a high quality retailer and leave it out all year round with confidence!
