Materials for the manufacture of garden furniture

On the plot of land, an important element of landscape design is the garden furniture. Choosing the style and design, consider not only the convenience and quality, but also the fact that she will have a long time in the open air. Accordingly, it must be moisture resistant.

Of course, garden furniture made of rattan or molded plastic is betterbuy ready in the store. Having shown a little imagination and spending a minimum of money, you can make authentic furniture from wood, with forged elements or other original details. Such furniture is distinguished by low price, durability and, importantly, uniqueness. The second such set will not be for anyone.

Wooden garden furniture in the style of "Provence"

A simple peasant style of decor called "Provence".For the garden or garden plot, this furniture is very suitable. Slightly coarse contours of the table and simple heavy benches are not only convenient for eating outdoors, but also perfectly fit in the garden landscape. Such garden furniture by the hands even forces the beginner.

1. To make a table, take the board 50x150 mm. The top is spliced ​​from it. On the back side, two cross bars with a section of 40x50 mm are packed. The legs are attached to the screws at the top, slightly dilute them to the sides for stability. At the bottom of the legs, fix the cross boards and connect them with a longitudinal fastening board or a bar.
2. Approximately also benches or benches are made. To begin with, sidewalls are assembled from boards and beams. They are attached to the longitudinal fastening bars, and the frame is covered with a board.
3. Such garden furniture from wood needs additional processing. First of all, it needs to be cleaned and sanded again. Two or three times soak with natural linseed oil and allow to stand until completely dry. Then the wooden furniture is covered with an antiseptic. After that, it can be dyed, opened with stain and treated with lacquer.
4. A large palette of stains and colored water-resistant varnishes make it possible to give garden furniture the natural color of any kind of wood. Lacquer coating is done in two or three layers. The last layer of permanently dried lacquer is polished and polished with a soft felt or felt sponge.

Folding wooden furniture for garden and cottages

This light portable folding furniture is very convenient. It does not take up much space, but in case of rain and at night it can be quickly sheltered in a dry place.

1. For countertops, you can collect from a 20x50 board a lattice canvas and fasten it with self-tapping screws "Z" -shaped screed. Feet, make in the form of the letter "X".A hole is drilled in the crosshairs and legs are attached to the stud. Metal washers and bolts are set to the free-wheeling position and fixed by a lock nut. From one, the upper side, the legs are attached to the rear side on the hinges, and the other is placed a stopper. In its quality it is possible to use a metal corner, and the loops are suitable for conventional ones - forks.
2. Folding chairs made of wooden slats are made in the same way. The backrest is taken as a basis, and the seat and front legs are made on hinges with stoppers. All wooden products must be pro-polished, soaked in antiseptic and opened with varnish or painted. The ends of the legs that come in contact with the ground can be protected from moisture through plastic or rubber attachments.

Advantages of rattan garden furniture

Natural rattan is dried palm stems from Southeast Asia. Very popular products produced in Indonesia, Malaysia or the Philippines. Artificial rattan is an excellent substitute for a natural palm tree. Garden furniture made from a substitute for rattan vines or polytongs is much cheaper and not afraid of moisture.

1. Woven rattan garden furniture is of high quality. Dried palm stems, have a dense, plastic structure and are very durable. Special care for such furniture is not required, given that this furniture has appeared in countries with a hot and humid climate.
2. The products impress with their variety. At your choice are offered from comfortable rocking chairs to wicker sofas and cozy dining sets. Wicker furniture harmoniously fits into the natural landscape and harmonizes with the garden garden landscape.
3. Rattan - has a natural beige color with some variations of shades of light brown. Quality furniture, processed in the production of antiseptic and a means of wood pests. Special care for garden furniture from rattan is not required, but in bad weather or at night it is desirable to bring it to the shelter.

Characteristics of plastic furniture for the garden

It is impossible to make molded plastic furniture for the garden independently, and it makes no sense. A large selection of such furniture can be found in the store and it is not expensive. Plastic garden furniture, the photo of which is placed on the Internet, surprises with its diversity.

1. The main advantage of garden furniture made of plastic is its lack of corrosion and low weight. Such furniture is not afraid of nocturnal moisture and rain. It does not require any special care for plastic, it is perfectly cleaned with soap sinks and is resistant to chemical preparations.
2. Plastic furniture is not painted, it is given the color in the factory before the moment of casting. The output is furniture from a homogeneous color mass with a characteristic matte or glossy tint. Provides resistance to ultraviolet radiation and the effects of bad weather. Molding properties of plastic make it possible to produce furniture of various design and purpose.

Forged furniture for gardens and villas

Forged products, as a rule - are highly artistic works made by class masters and cost a lot of money. They combine delicate lightness, high strength and durability.

1. There is an exit, forged garden furniture can be made independently. Choose a square or round rod, section 10 - 12 mm. In the workshop for the manufacture of window grilles, you will be bent and welded by your sketches or offer your sketches.
2. You will need a wireframe base for the table and benches. Do not forget to provide fixing holes or ears for wood plating. In the workshop, for sure, there are forged items that are welded on an intricate lattice, creating the illusion of a completely forged pattern.
3. Imitation of the vine, floral veneer elements or ornamental patterns, spiral square and other elements will create a unique design of the garden furniture set.
4. Usually the finished product is covered with ground paint, the color of which is agreed in advance. You can paint in any color you like and even decorate some of the elements with a golden, bronze, copper or other color-imitating dye.
5. Prefabricated and exposed lacquer laths or bars are the table top, the seat and the back of the benches. They are attached to the bolts with a round head. It is best to purchase such bolts in stainless steel or bronze.