Wooden Furniture

You might think that once birdhouses are up you can just leave them alone and appreciate new birds every season.  Unfortunately, that is often not the case.  Birdhouses become infested with pests including bees, mice, and even termites for wooden birdhouses.  In addition, the previous winged occupants might leave a mess that will make other birds not want to nest there. To ensure your birdhouses are used every year, during the winter months when there are no birds inside, you will want to clean them out with water or vacuum them out with a shop-vacuum.  If there happen to be pests inside, ensure the birdhouse is thoroughly cleaned.  For termites, depending on the extent of the damage, you may want to replace the birdhouse or get rid of it. 

Through the use of trellises, vine plants and flowers can add a unique vertical dimension to your garden.  There are several plants able to grow on a garden trellis.  Common choices include roses, clematis, black-eyed susan, and even grapes.  These plants will weave themselves in and out of the trellis, and are all capable of reaching up to twelve feet in length. 

An important fact to remember about trellis plants is that once attached to the trellis, the plants are impossible to remove without uprooting the plant and the trellis.  Ensure you place your trellis in a spot you plan to keep it for a long time. 

Teak is a type of hardwood that is most commonly seen in the southern and southeastern regions of Asia. Unlike other woods, teak is fostered best in an environment that experiences monsoons. The three most common varieties are Philippine Teak, Common Teak, and Dahat Teak.

The wood is generally used for a wide variety of outdoor furniture or boat decks. Because of its ability to withstand severe weather, it is not uncommon to see an outdoor teak bench or teak swing. While other woods need to be treated with oils or varnishes to withstand and endure outdoor conditions, teak has extensive natural oils that make it both durable and easy to work with.

Trellises are known today as beautiful garden accents, but they actually have their roots in agriculture. Before they were decoration, they were created out of a necessity to support various climbing plants. Although the use is essentially the same now, they are more for aesthetics than necessity.

Both in the present and the past, the type of plant you’re trying to support determines the trellis you should use. Some common examples include trellises for sweet peas, ivy, or grapevines. The trellises (of today and yesterday) are generally made of metal, bamboo, or wood.

By the nature of the material, metal trellises are often the most ornate and decorative option. But with the sun beating down on the metal, it can actually be harmful to the plant. For that reason, many people turn to a cedar trellis or other type of wood trellis for a safe and visually pleasing alternative to metal.

A lounge chair means different things to different people.  Some prefer a chaise longue, some a swing chair, and others a wooden lounge chair. 

It doesn’t seem like quality outdoor furniture would be difficult to find, but it can be.  Investing in high-end wooden garden furniture can be worthwhile for those who enjoy spending time in their yards or who host frequent gatherings.   Some wooden furniture is earth-friendly and does not contain chemicals that can harm children or pets.  Some types of wood are also full of natural preservatives that prevent rot and discourage insects.

An arbor can be two different things—a shady recess in a garden or park formed by foliage branches, or a latticework structure with climbing shrubs, vines, or flowers.  An alternative term for a garden arbor is “bower”.

An arbor can be a secret spot somewhere in your yard or garden, a part of the perimeter and border landscaping, or a place to welcome guests into your garden.

A trellis is a framework most frequently constructed for support of a climbing plant or plants such as sweet peas, ivy, or grapevines. Different trellises are available for an assortment of appropriate plants and locations.  A trellis attached to the roof or exterior structure of a house can also be known as an arbor or pergola.

While metal trellises are very striking and often come in ornate designs, they may not be the best choice for vining plants.  The sun can cause the metal to become very hot and stunt plant growth.  For tender plants that are incapable of resisting cold–such as sweet peas, beans, and morning glory—a wood trellis can prove much more beneficial.

Often associated with priceless and exotic antiques, teak is considered a symbol of luxury by many.  A close-grained wood with a high oil content that provides weather resistance, it also has tannic acid properties that combat fungi and insects and requires little to no maintenance.  Teak has been used to construct ships for hundreds of years with great success, proving durable and weathering naturally to an even silver-gray color.

Peachey Net Sales will only offer teak products from the most reputable plantations, which are strictly regulated and managed by the Indonesian government.  Teak garden furniture may have an average lifespan of 60 to 80 years.

 Porch swings are natural stress relievers.  It’s a good place to sit, wake up a bit in the morning, or relax after a long day at work.  You can sit in a porch swing alone or with a two- or four-footed friend, read, talk, or just enjoy the silence.
 
Porch swings first came into vogue in the mid-1800s, when houses were known for wraparound porches and Americans first began enjoying more leisure time. They were particularly favored in the humid climates such as the South, where they provided the hint of a breeze.

When choosing wooden outdoor benches, it is essential to check for certain characteristics.  The hardware should be sturdy and strong without rough edges.  The type of wood used for bench construction will determine durability, appearance, bacterial and antifungal properties, resistance to insects, and the weight of the bench. 

 Once you have chosen a wooden bench, its care will depend on the type of wood used for its construction. Certain types of wooden outdoor benches can be finished with paints, oils, or stains to suit your individual tastes.