Aromatic Pleasure - Cedar Garden Furniture
February 12th, 2008 by admin
Add to your enjoyment of the aromatic bouquet presented by great outdoors using cedar garden furniture with its natural oil content that creates a soothing atmosphere around you. This oil also acts as preservative that repels insects, inhibits decay, resists bacteria and withstands humidity which means you can use your cedar garden furniture by your pool without fear of damage. The outstanding qualities of cedar garden furniture will enhance your outdoor activities whether you are entertaining guests or simply relaxing in the beauty of nature.
The majority of the western red cedar species, Thuja plicata grows in managed coastal forests and the drier interior forests of British Columbia, Washington, Idaho and Montana. Before buying your cedar garden furniture, check for certification of ecological practices to preserve sustainable forestry practices. Labels stating “reforestation program” in most cases means that the wood was harvested as a result of clear cutting and replanting, which are not sustainable forestry practices.
Cedar is one of the most dimensionally stable woods that can be used to craft garden furniture; it maintains its shape without warping or cracking because it does not expand or contract as much as other woods when it is absorbing or evaporating moisture. Cedar garden furniture is also thermal co-efficient, it has small “air pockets” between the cells of the wood that act as an insulator when the wood is dry. It doesn’t radiate heat, regardless of hot the weather may be, you’ll be able to enjoy relaxing in a cool and comfortable seat. For people who live in an area where humidity levels tend to fluctuate a great deal, cedar garden furniture is an excellent choice.
A testament to the long use of cedar in building and to craft furniture is the fact that it was used in 1000 BC for the construction of King Solomon’s temple. For outdoor use, cedar garden furniture has 80 percent of the strength of oak and rivaled only by teak in terms of durability. To its credit it has only half the weight making it easy to move your cedar garden furniture around.
Have a seat and take a moment to appreciate your natural surrounding from the comfort of your cedar garden furniture and discover for yourself why this style has become synonymous with relaxation; from the stylish Adirondack to the more traditional cedar garden furniture lawn chair. Although red is most common color, cedar garden furniture can be found in tan, white, gold or silver. In addition, there are variations in the hues of red cedar such as amber, red and brown. There are a many varieties of styles and finishes including unvarnished, exterior coated, and a soft weathered paint.
Properly finished and maintained, cedar garden furniture will endure the seasons aging gracefully. You can increase its longevity by having your cedar garden furniture treated with a protective finish of cedar oil annually will give it a beautiful sheen. Using a wood sealer will keep the grain from becoming uneven but will allow natural fading. Another way to preserve the color of your cedar garden furniture as well as protect it is to use a stain every other year. It is easy to remove water spots with gentle sanding and it is wise to buy a tarp to cover it when the weather becomes severe.
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