REUPHOLSTERY

By Jonathan R Richards

If you are planning to redesign your patio deck in the near future, you are probably also trying to locate something that is new and different in the way of patio deck furniture. On the other hand, maybe you are just searching for something that will be comfortable and long lasting. However, instead of cutting down another one of our valuable hardwood trees just to manufacture a few lounge chairs, why not do a little investigating into the newer aluminum vinyl strapping kind of furniture? No, I am not talking about the old time folding chairs that use to collapse if you sat on them a little too hard. The quality of most aluminum furniture sets has improved a lot since those days.

Most of them have heavy weight frames that have been blasted with sand in order to prepare them to fully accept the powder coating that will give them a tougher and more durable finish than any ordinary liquid variety of paint would be able to do. The sandblasting technique creates tiny pores that actually allow the powder paint to almost become part of the aluminum frame. The usual problems that occur when painting with any kind of "wet" material, like running, dripping and streaking, are never a problem when it is being done with the new powder paint.

Aluminum strapping patio deck furniture is available in a multitude of color combinations. They are either double wrapped in vinyl straps, feature some type of basket weaving technique or have a "sling" covering. These lounge chairs offer maximum comfort; sometimes being offered with head and arm rests. The frames are welded for safety reasons. Other items that are also available include bar stools, tables and individual chairs. All of them will make the redesigning of your patio deck much easier. You will end up with an outdoor dining area that is perfect for gathering the entire family together for a summertime feast.

However, if these items are going to be used around swimming pools, some care is required. The constant extreme heat of the solar rays can cause suntan lotions and body oils to eventually stain and discolor the strapping. Therefore, in order to prevent this, it is always advisable to spread a large towel over the webbing before reclining on it. Outdoor furniture should be cleaned every month or so with a very mild dish detergent. It is recommended that a thin film of a good quality car wax be applied to the aluminum frames. By all means, do not let anyone throw any of your aluminum furniture into the pool water. The chlorine can be very damaging to the aluminum and the webbing.

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By Jennifer Akre


Teak furniture is tropical hardwood that has a rich, golden honey color when new. However, as it begins to age and is exposed to the elements, the natural, beautiful color changes to a silvery gray patina. In fact, this is how you can distinguish finely aged outdoor teak furniture! The key with teak is that if you were to leave this silvery gray color on the teak furniture without being treated, you would never be able to get the lustrous honey, caramel back.

Although the color change does not affect the strength and durability of the piece, it does give your teak furniture a whole new look. Therefore, if you are going to own outdoor (or indoor) teak furniture you first want to decide if you want to maintain the original golden brown color or let your teak furniture acquire a silver gray patina as it weathers.

To extend the beautification of the lustrous honey color, a leading manufacturer, Kingsley-Bate, recommends using a protector. Their teak protector is a "cosmetic application" and helps the furniture maintain its color for a season. Reapply as needed.

Kingsley-Bate does not recommend using a teak oil on outdoor furniture because of the high maintenance involved in this process. Every three months, teak oil will need to be reapplied to maintain the brown finish. Kingsley-Bate also states "oiling outdoor furniture may cause mildew or irregular coloring."

When left outdoors without a teak protector or teak oil, your outdoor furniture will turn silvery-gray. This process takes approximately 9 months and depends on the exposure to certain elements such as rain and sun. If this is look you wish to maintain, the only care needed for your teak furniture is a periodic cleaning.

The recommended cleaning solution is a 75/25 mixture of a mild laundry detergent with bleach in water. Only a soft bristle brush should be used. When your deck furniture is clean, rinse the entire piece well enough to remove any dirt or cleaning solution residue. This process is adequate for general cleaning of your furniture regardless if it is golden brown or has weathered.

Kingsley-Bate offers a product for those who allowed their patio furniture to weather to a silver gray and now want to return it to the original color. Regardless of how long your furniture is outside, Kingsley-Bate's teak cleaner will restore your furniture to the honey brown color. The process is simple and does not require heavy scrubbing.

Some people want to stain or paint their teak furniture. Manufacturers frown upon this as the natural oil occurring in the teak prevents the paint or stain to adhere to the wood. If you absolutely must have your teak furniture painted or stained, you should go to your local marina store and confirm what they recommend to use.

While some people will allow their teak furniture to remain outdoors all year long, there are those that recommend it be brought indoors. However, if you do keep it out, then make sure it does not sit on wet ground and that puddles of water are not allowed to pool on the furniture. But the great thing about teak is that since it is a dense hardwood, it naturally resists warping, shrinkage, swelling, and rot. In addition, it contains a high oil content the continually preserves the wood, which is why you can leave it outdoors without much problem. The smooth finish does not splinter and looks absolutely beautiful.

Teak patio furniture is luxury outdoor furniture. You want to make certain you take care of your investment properly as this is intended to last for years.


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By Athul Lohan

Teak furniture it is extremely resistant to rot and deterioration making it an ideal material for outdoor furniture. the natural color of teak ranges from golden to yellowish brown. when it is exposed to the elements it develops an silver gray color, the weathering process take eight to nine months depending on the climate it had to endure. Most manufacture doesn't recommend applying oil or varnish on the teak that is going to be used out side if you want to preserve its color you can use teak sealers, before using it clean the teak using a mild detergent and soft brush to remove the dirt, allow it to dry, then use the sealer. Do not use steel wool to clean the timber. To remove grease and food stains commercially available teak cleaner will be enough.

Teak can last decades so it is good investment. weathered teak can change its color to gray it is only cosmetic, some find this look attractive. Teak is also used for making indoor furniture like sofas, chair, dining sets etc. Teak wood is graded into grade A, grade B, grade C. Grade A teak it is the mature heartwood section of the timber, (ie the core) it has a uniform honey color it is close grained oily to touch very dense and rich in protective oils. Grade B it is the semi mature outer heartwood duller in color with greater variations than grade A. Grade C it contain he sapwood from the outer sections of the log. it is much softer than heart wood it has large color variations it has no protective oil content. it is generally considered an inferior wood to use.

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