The alternatives to teak garden furniture

Before buying teak garden furniture be sure to have weighed up all the other options

Garden furniture is a useful addition to any outdoor space, but with so much on sale how do we really know what is the best sort to buy? Garden furniture can be constructed from plastic, metal, hardwood, wicker or tempered safety glass to name but a few.

Plastic
Plastic requires little maintenance and is easily purchased from garden centres, DIY and home furnishing stores. It’s easy to clean, as you can just wipe up any spills with a damp cloth. However, plastic will inevitably look cheap, because it is. Plastic is also in stark contrast to the look and feel of the rest of the garden, as it is a manmade material in natural environment. Teak garden furniture, on the other hand, blends effortlessly with the rest of the garden. It is also easy to maintain, since it contains high quantities of oil. It is so high in natural resinous oils that it doesn’t need to be treated with oil or varnish for it to be suitable for use in exposed locations.

Metal
Garden furniture made largely out of metal looks smart and crisp. However, unlike teak garden furniture, it has the potential to corrode and rust. For this reason it will need to be covered in winter, or better still, stored inside. This takes up space, which you may be able to ill afford. Teak garden furniture will not corrode metals it comes in contact with and it can withstand the elements of all seasons, meaning you can keep it outside always. As it weathers it will turn an elegant silver-grey colour.

Hardwood and treated softwood
Garden furniture made from hardwood and treated softwood will not cost has much as teak garden furniture, but nor will it last as long.  It is not by accident that teak is so popular with garden furniture manufacturers and homeowners alike. Teak has unique properties which make it perfect for use in outdoor furniture. Teak contains silica, which makes it resistant to fungal decay, water, rotting, warping, shrinking, swelling and many chemicals.  It is also highly resistant to moisture, fire, acid and alkalis.

Whilst other materials have their positive points, teak surpasses them all with its unique qualities and that’s why it is king when it comes to garden furniture. It has it all, beauty, ease of maintenance and longevity, so why have any other type of garden furniture when you can have teak?

For beautiful teak garden furniture have a look at our extensive range today. Call us now on 01726 817567.