【When purchasing outdoor furniture, consider the material first】
ABC News recommends that when purchasing outdoor furniture, in addition to considering style, design and matching with the garden landscape, the priority should be comfort and durability, especially the materials used to make the furniture.
Common outdoor furniture materials are wood, metal or natural fibers.
For wood, you can refer to the Janka Hardness scale. The harder the wood, the better. It should also take into account its moisture absorption and perspiration properties, as well as its resistance to rot and insect damage. Teak, cedar, acacia and eucalyptus are all excellent choices, as they can withstand all weather conditions and look better as they age.
Metal is also a good choice, especially metals that can withstand the weather without rusting, such as aluminum, iron, and stainless steel. Aluminum is lightweight, durable, easy to stack for winter storage, and inexpensive. However, aluminum furniture cannot withstand strong winds and will fly away when blown. Therefore, in windy areas, you may wish to use stainless steel or wrought iron, which is also resistant to rust.
Shoppers concerned about environmental sustainability will favor natural fibers, and rattan is better suited than bamboo for furniture. Because rattan is flexible and elastic, but has a solid core and is not easily cracked, it can make a variety of products with beautiful shapes and powerful functions.