When purchasing outdoor furniture, several considerations must be taken into account. Your backyard layout and climate conditions play a big part in which type of lawn furniture best suits your home.
If you live in a dry climate, selecting a wood set that can withstand moisture and pests such as redwood, oak and teak would be optimal.
Sunbrella Fabric
Sunbrella outdoor fabrics stand out as high-performing outdoor fabrics, designed with comfort and flexibility in mind while remaining weather-resistant.
Sunbrella fabric is highly mold and mildew resistant, water and stainproof, fade-proof, and fade-resistant due to UV processing – which makes it the ideal material for deck chairs, chaise lounges and market umbrellas. Cleaning Sunbrella is straightforward – simply dust or wash as often as necessary with mild soap and water for spilled drinks or gentle dust regularly to remove dirt or debris, then bleach if necessary for tough stains (follow brand instructions).
Sunbrella fabric products are eco-friendly. Their production process is more sustainable than other outdoor fabric options and produces less waste, plus Sunbrella recycles its fabric waste and uses solar power for its factory operations. In addition, its Heritage fabrics incorporate post-industrial waste from Sunbrella factories into the final product to add unique color variations and durability.
Redwood
Redwood wood offers many benefits for outdoor projects. It is long-lasting, resistant to bugs and rot, doesn’t require regular painting or sealing like some other types of wood does, is easy to work with and suitable for various backyard tasks.
Redwood wood’s rich hue makes it a sought-after material for decorative uses such as paneling and cladding, outdoor furniture, garden structures and fences. Furthermore, redwood works great as exterior joinery decks as window/greenhouse frames; additionally arbors made out of redwood help define main lines of houses and connect their backyards to outdoor spaces.
Redwood and Brazilian Redwood are extremely dense materials that can withstand even extreme weather conditions, being resistant to insects, mold and rot that could otherwise damage its structure over time. When properly maintained, both types of Redwood can last much longer than other premium woods like cedar – up to 30 years or longer when properly cared for! They’re also resistant to shrinking and warping making them great choices for adding a high-quality aesthetic to the exterior of a home.
Oak
Oak is an attractive and durable choice that resists splinters, rot, and other damages caused by weather elements. Furthermore, oak furniture often lasts much longer than pieces made of synthetic materials like plastic. Oak takes more time and resources to grow than other softwoods; therefore homeowners must carefully consider if this material will meet their needs before making their selection.
Teak
Teak furniture has long been a preferred option for outdoor spaces due to its strength, durability and aesthetic qualities. Made of an extremely dense wood species that requires proper care to last up to 30+ years without showing signs of wear & tear; slow growth rates, kiln drying processes and mortise & tenon construction all play important roles in maintaining high-quality teak pieces over time.
Teak wood naturally repels water and should be left outdoors all year. Teak oil treatments can further extend its natural water resistance. With high natural rubber and oil content, Teak furniture naturally resists rot, weathering, pests, splintering warping twisting aging.
Teak stands out with its distinctive wood grain pattern and warm golden color, creating an eye-catching visual experience. Left untreated it may weather into an elegant silvery grey finish; or treated with preservative and stain to maintain brand new appearance.
Teak outdoor furniture offers a timeless aesthetic that complements all design styles. However, it is wise to select timeless designs rather than trendy pieces that may become outdated by next season. Teak Warehouse offers modern teak furniture in both formal and organic shapes for creating the ideal outdoor setting – plus we recommend investing in a premium grade outdoor cover to protect your investment and extend its lifespan!
Jarrah
Jarrah hardwood from Australia is an exquisite and durable material used for multiple purposes, adding warmth and luxury to any room in which it is placed. It has a distinctive grain pattern which makes it suitable for woodworking projects; and due to its durability it is often chosen for furniture, flooring and wall cladding projects as well. Furthermore it has excellent termite resistance as well as high fire ratings – two qualities which set Jarrah apart.
Jarrah (Eucalyptus marginata), is a medium to large tree native to Western Australia that grows fast with excellent production capabilities, making it suitable for commercial timber production. Jarrah is a dense hardwood with an even, moderately coarse texture; its colors range from light reds and maroon reds to maroon and brown hues; its heartwood has darker tones than sapwood; while its grain generally features straight or interlocked, wavy patterns – it even boasts an attractive fiddleback figure!
One of the primary advantages of choosing jarrah as a material for building projects is its sustainable sourcing. Trees harvested and processed locally reduce transportation costs and environmental impacts, and forests where jarrah grows are carefully managed; their forests replanted so future generations may also enjoy it. Furthermore, jarrah wood is highly versatile and easy to work with; you can carve, turn and machine it to create custom dimensions according to your requirements while it also holds nails well for lasting use.
