Outdoor
wood chairs can be set around a table on the patio, placed out
by the pool, or set up directly in the garden. No matter where you
set up your outdoor wood chairs, though, you want to be sure that
they look good not just the summer you set them out, but for many
following summers. In other words, you want to be sure that you properly
care and maintain your outdoor wood chairs.
Because outdoor wood chairs are kept outside, they are exposed to
the elements. They face changes in temperature, exposure to moisture,
and changes in humidity. And you can expect that outdoor wood chairs
that have not been properly cared for do not fare well.
Different types of outdoor wood chairs will need different care than
other types – know what type of wood your chairs are made out
of. Teak, for instance, is resistant to decay and insect infestation.
Teak chairs can last for over 50 years, but you must pay the price
– teak is a very expensive hardwood. Just clean your teak outdoor
wood chairs once a year to remove sap, mildew, etc., and treat it
with teak oil.
Other woods, like pine, must be treated with a preservative to prevent
decay – they are not naturally disinclined to decay like teak
is. You should also use polyurethane, water-resistant stain, or a
protective oil. When purchasing one of the three abovementioned products,
be sure that you are considering the area that you live in –
purchase and use the product that will work best on your outdoor wood
chairs, depending on the area in which you live. Ask for assistance
from a store associate. And be sure to apply the sealer not just once,
but regularly – check with the manufacturer’s instructions
(of both the sealer and your outdoor wood chairs) for more details.
So, when deciding which outdoor wood chairs to buy, you need to consider
how much work you want to have put towards them every year. You also
want to consider the climate in which you live. Remember, though,
outdoor wood chairs create a natural and comforting look that few
plastic or metal chairs can recreate.