Solid Wood Furniture For Your Home Office

Posted on September 3rd, 2010 in Teak Furniture by teakfurniture  Tagged ,

Selecting the right furniture for you home office is vital to its comfort, appearance, functionality and productivity. Studies have shown that a spacious, well-designed, user-friendly working environment leads to greater organisation and allows creativity and productivity to flourish. The use of solid wood furniture within a home office, lends to a feeling of strength and reliability whilst also presenting a polished, professional appearance to your visitors and clients.

Having chosen a wood with which to furnish your home office, it is better to continue the theme. Rather than mix woods, which will have different textures and finishes and of course different colors, make sure all of your pieces are of the same wood and fashioned in the same style. This will give your home office that completed feel and an air of professionalism and permanence.

A very distinct advantage of solid wood furniture is its durability. It is constructed, as the name suggests, from “solid wood” that is to say, there is no plywood and there are no veneers. A veneer is a coating consisting of a thin layer of superior wood glued to a base of inferior wood. Solid wood furniture pieces should be made entirely from 100% reclaimed material so as not to harm the environment by depleting the tree stock.

Craftsmen employ time honoured traditions and proven methods in the construction of solid wooden furniture. Using kiln dried, seasoned wood, which is dovetailed at the joints for added strength. These techniques ensure that each piece of solid wood furniture is beautifully designed and extremely durable. Strength aside, the real beauty of solid wood furniture is its versatility. It can be stained to darker tones or left in its natural state to highlight the pattern of the grain.

Solid wooden furniture for the office comes in a vast range of styles and is designed for a myriad of functions. Desk units and computer tables, chairs, bookcases, shelving and filing units can all be designed and built to suit your specific requirements. Whatever you needs, whether you wish to furnish your home office in a modern, contemporary fashion or seek the more traditional style, solid wooden furniture fits the bill.

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Posted on August 31st, 2010 in Teak Furniture by teakfurniture  Tagged , , ,

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The Teak Drying Process For Garden Furniture

Posted on August 30th, 2010 in Teak Furniture by teakfurniture  Tagged , , ,

Moisture levels in Teak dictate the longevity of the final product. Moisture content levels are gauged using a Moisture Meter. Properly dried Teak is essential to the longevity of your Wooden Garden Furniture and an expensive process if done correctly. Buying A Grade Teak and then not drying it properly will cost you in the long run.

Natural

Naturally dried Teak is as the terms suggests; dried in the sun. There is no uniformity to the drying process and no defined period of time allocated to drying. This leads to parts of the timber retaining more moisture than others and leaving the timber often damp and unstable. The moisture content or MC level, will vary considerably. Constructing a Teak Bench with varying amounts of moisture in the timber will over time warp, crack and split as the moisture naturally evaporates from the wood. As this process is free and seen to be quick, many manufacturers still operate this way. As a consumer, it may take many months before you see the timber move.

Kiln

Drying Teak using a Kiln Oven enables the manufacturer to oversee an exact amount of time to slowly reduce the timbers natural moisture content. If done too quickly or too much you can damage the timbers strength. High running and maintenance costs increase the cost of production significantly but ensure a stable and strong timber to construct furniture.

As a general guide, Teak Garden Furniture and Memorial Benches sold on the UK market should be slowly kiln dried and have a final moisture content of 14-18%. This takes into account the changing seasons and natural moisture in the atmosphere. Too dry, then the timber will absorb moisture and warp, too moist and the timber will dry out split and crack.

Indoor Teak furniture, as a general guide should have a final moisture content of between 10-12% and Teak wood flooring 8-10%

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Teak Outdoor Patio Decking Tiles

Posted on August 29th, 2010 in Teak Furniture by teakfurniture  Tagged ,

Teak deck tiles from Teak are an easy way to transform your outdoor space. Whether for remodelling or new construction, teak deck and patio tiles: * Are easy to install in small areas * Offer an elegant solution, whether permanent or temporary * Easily update old cement patios and wood decks * Cover over existing concrete decks or balconies Made from high-quality, kiln-dried, Indonesian plantation teak that: * Is very durable, with natural oils that retards water and prevents the wood from warping, cracking or becoming brittle * Contains natural substances that repel termites, marine borers and other insects * Requires no maintenance and ages to a silver patina * Can maintain a golden teak color with the application of teak oil Teak tiles are ideal for a wide range of uses: * Condo or apartment balcony * Existing wood deck or cement patio * Roof deck * Outdoor poolside * Boats * Doorway * Walkways * Landscaping feature * Marquees & Gazebos * Packed in boxes of 10 covering (0.9sq metre) * Tile Size: 30cm x 30cm = 1ft sq * The plastic base is cold crack resistant up to -7°C * Teak does not rot only weathers * FSC Certified www.galatent.co.uk

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Adequate Sun Protection For Your Patio Furniture

Posted on August 28th, 2010 in Teak Furniture by teakfurniture  Tagged , ,

When it comes to your outdoor entertaining and relaxing area, chances are you know just what kind of patio furniture you want to have in your yard. You may have spent time shopping around in the stores, online or even in catalogs to narrow down all the options over the past few months. But have you thought about what you’re going to do to mitigate some of the sunlight that is going to try to be beating down on you all the time?

There are a couple of negative effects of the sun can have when it comes to your outdoor furniture. First, the sun can damage your furniture. Second, the sun can damage your skin or be so annoying that it sends you running inside. In this article were going to look at ways to deal with both of these problems.

First let’s protect your patio furniture. Since you’ve invested the money in that patio set in the backyard, chances are you don’t want it to fade, rot or have other issues too quickly. You’d like it to stick around for a while. Well, protecting it from the sunlight is one way to extend the life of your patio furniture. You see the sun can have some damaging effects on furniture. First it can fade out the colors, just like it does anything else that it beats down on too long. But additionally, some might actually start to break down the material structure of the outdoor furniture. It may weaken the fibers of cloth, plastic and cause wood split or crack.

The good thing is there are some easy ways to protect your furniture from the sun. The first thing you should do is talk to the furniture dealer where you purchased your patio set. They are going to know all of the protective options you have for that particular type of furniture. You see, depending on what materials your furniture is made out of; there are differing options for protection. It could be certain oils for wood patio furniture, protective sprays for cloth furniture, etc.

The next option you have is to shield your patio set from the sun in the first place. If you have a covered patio, it is easy enough to make sure that the sun isn’t going to be on the furniture while on your patio. But, not everyone has this luxury. The other options you have include a rollout awning that can be placed in your backyard over the furniture area. This is generally a nice, affordable way to have a covered patio area without building an entire structure. The final option is the patio umbrella. These can generally be made to fit into most patio furniture sets or can be a freestanding structure that sits nearby and is adjusted to offer the shape your furniture needs.

The great thing about these shading options is not only are they covering and protecting your furniture from the sun but also your skin. By being able to stop the direct rays of the sun from beating down on you, you’ll be able to spend much more time in your outdoor entertaining area and really enjoy the patio furniture purchase you make.

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Patio Furniture For Your Outdoor Room

Posted on August 24th, 2010 in Teak Furniture by teakfurniture  Tagged ,

Patio furniture refers to furniture for the purpose of utilization in patios. Patio furniture is sometimes referred to as garden furniture. A wide variety of patio furniture of different material, shape, size and color is available in the market today. However two factors differentiate between ordinary furniture and patio furniture namely durability and weather resistance.

Plastic or corrosion treated metal furniture should be used for open patios. Plastic and corrosion treated metal are resistant to inclement weather conditions like sunshine, snow, rain etc. Plastic has advantage cost wise also. Most plastic chairs can be stacked.

Rattan or wicker furniture is mainly used in covered patios. They are durable and resistant to inclement weather. When the wicker furniture starts to fade a fresh coat of paint will make it look new.

Wooden patio furniture is more durable than wicker and should be used for covered patios. Tubular metal patio furniture is also popular but costs more. However they are durable and the chairs are usually cushioned. The tables are provided an umbrella in the centre for providing shade. Tables with glass tops are also quite popular.

Steel or wrought iron patio furniture is the most common and the most expensive. However they give a Victorian look to the garden and are the most durable. They need to be painted regularly to prevent rusting of the furniture.

Hammocks are a must in patio furniture. They are available in a wide variety of color and material. There are two types, rope hammocks and cloth hammocks. Rope hammocks can hold up to 200 kilograms. They need to be purchased with a strong wood stand.

As patio furniture tends to be in the open and seen by many people, it is better to invest in pricey furniture. Patio furniture is available in matching sets. It is better to buy a set at once rather than buying individually for aesthetics and as buying individually may be costlier than buying a set.

When buying patio furniture, it is prudent to do enquiry at multiple places as the prices vary widely for similar kinds of furniture. The internet is a good place for enquiry and purchase. Ensure that the furniture shown on the web page is the one being sold before you pay through your credit card. Maintenance of patio furniture is required as in any other furniture. Occasional painting and wood treatment go a long way in increasing the life of the furniture and keeping them looking like new.

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patio garden appliance covers

Posted on August 23rd, 2010 in Teak Furniture by teakfurniture  Tagged , ,

Soneva Garden Patio Furniture Covers protect your garden furniture from the worst weather including snow, ice, rain, bird droppings and tree sap. Visit our website at www.soneva-shop.com for more information.

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