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Written by Steve Olbas   
Spring and summer means the return of barbecues that most of us enjoy or the occasional evening entertaining friends or family in an outdoor setting. It is because we relish our outdoor life that we build and decorate our patio or deck.
by SteveOlbas


Spring and summer means the return of barbecues that most of us enjoy or the occasional evening entertaining friends or family in an outdoor setting. It is because we relish our outdoor life that we build and decorate our patio or deck.

To insure the comfort of our guests and to maximize our success as a great host we need the right patio furniture. By choosing carefully our patio furniture we will not only provide a relaxing atmosphere to our guests but will improve our outdoor surroundings. There is on the market today patio furniture for any budget and for all decor. Choosing the right kind is important.

The following characteristics should be checked out when selecting patio furniture: it should look good and complement the style of the house, as well as the taste of the owner, and it should be of excellent quality since it will be subjected to much use from people, and sometimes even abuse from the elements.

The materials prevalent today in patio furniture are wood and wicker, but many homeowners also choose wrought iron for its durability, and stability, while others will opt for plastic.

Today we will look at Teak and Cedar furniture.

Coming to us from Southeast Asia one of the most durable wood we can find is Teak. It can be exposed to any kind of harsh heat or cold, even heavy rains and remain unaffected. One of the best choices for outdoor furniture as it is extremely durable.

Teak was very popular in the 1950s and 1960s in a style often known as Danish Modern, it seems to enjoy today a second boom in popularity.

Teak remains cool even under a very hot sun, and it does not splinter. These qualities have made it a most sought after material not only for today's furniture but also for vintage furniture.

With all these qualities it is not surprising that is also one of the most expensive type of patio furniture, although many manufacturers of teak furniture are taking initiatives to bring worldwide prices down and make it more affordable for more people.

Another much prized wood is Cedar, and it is widely used for furniture. We all know the strong odor of Cedar and how distinctive it is, what many might not know if that odor makes it a great repellent to insects. Cedar can also withstand dryness and wet weather very well.

Used for garden furniture as well as construction of pergolas, Cedar is an excellent outdoor wood as it ages and dries without much changes. It will not warp, contract, or splinter. Any kind of paint or other finishes can be used and it is very easy to work with cedar for do-it-yourselfers.

While cedar is less expensive than teak, I think it is a special wood for any patio, it always makes me feel warm and comfortable, and I find its odor soothing like an old friend.

Cedar or teak, it is sometimes a tough choice, as they both have excellent qualities and will serve you well. Both are durable and require little care. Regardless of what you decide either will serve you well so you should opt for your personal preference.

About The Author:

Steve Olbas is a retired furniture maker who now mostly enjoys life on his beautiful patio and Shows people how to build and lay out beautiful and functional decks and patios. For ideas on how to build your patio or your deck visit Steve's site Get a totally unique version of this article from our article submission service

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