Versailles Folding Metal Garden Bench in Sage Green Finish

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Our GRC Garden Benches perfectly demonstrate some of the most advanced technologies in recycled bench manufacturing today. Made of Glass Reinforced Concrete, (GRC), they look exactly like wood even down to the detail of the grain. The great British weather is a constant source of conversation. Complaints about rain, wind, sun, ice and snow is an almost daily occurrence. The weather will, of course, impact on your garden bench, with everything from the sun to rain slowly eroding away at its strength and structure.

This sturdy model is ergonomically designed, with rounded seat and armrests, and has a weight capacity of 560 pounds. Some assembly is required. The Cynthia Teak Glider Bench is available from Wayfair. 8. Corralitos Eco-Friendly Wooden Picnic Bench First, they provide a grasping place to facilitate safe and comfortable sitting and standing. Second, they are nice for resting an arm or a drink. By the time I saw it as a child, it was already 50 years old, and I wouldn’t be a bit surprised if it’s still there today. Hardwood is exactly that – a hard wood from a tree that is slow growing. Thus, when felled and cut, the wood is made into a delightful garden bench. Robust and long lasting, a hard wood bench is ideal for any application in the garden.But, like most garden furniture, the humble garden bench will need some care and maintenance from time to time. Thankfully, none of these care and maintenance tips cost a heap of cash nor hours and hours of your time. Neither do they require specialist knowledge or skills and can, in the main, be projects for anyone with a smattering of DIY skills. To repair a slat, measure from the length you will need and cut to size. Carefully remove the old slat and manoeuvre the new one into place. Fix securely into position. Apply three thin coats of epoxy. Again, copy sailors and use a small foam roller. And always follow the instructions of the epoxy mix you are using. Curing or setting times vary depending on the ambient temperature and the size of the project.

Western red cedar is often treated to retain its original warm color, as opposed to letting it weather to gray. Learning to live without a loved one is one of the most difficult things we have to learn to do in life. From a beloved pet to a spouse, child, relative or friend, grief is a many-headed beast. Many of these are made in the classic Pub Style and in a range of different sizes and timber sorts. In addition to an assortment of materials, they come in a vast array of styles, ranging from streamlined and contemporary to ornate and vintage. Teak is quite simply the best wood available for outdoor furniture it’s dense, oily nature give it a very low moisture uptake, a high resistance to termites and chemical degradation, a super-smooth finish and a sensational honey-coloured finish that takes on a golden-brown hue in direct sunlight.

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It is a chance to grieve and come to terms with loss, but it is also an ideal means for other people to do the same. We love to hear from our readers. Leave us a comment below with your questions, and share your ideas to make the most out of your outdoor space. Made in the USA from pine and stainless steel, this model boasts a weather-resistant protective stain that’s available in 17 colors.

We also sell round picnic tables in a variety of styles and sizes perfect for a close-knit family gathering of Alfresco dining. Metal benches are cost-effective and durable, although they can rust over time. While they are made to last, you will need to place a cushion down first as metal is not the most comfortable material. One plus side of buying a metal garden bench is that there are far more stylish options available — such as this bright yellow design from John Lewis. Plastic garden benches To remove an old finish, you will need either a good quality paint or varnish stripper or, if you have one and are confident in using it, a heat gun. Choose a seat that reflects your personal style, and place it where you can enjoy relaxing and reading, sipping a cool drink, or chatting with a friend. Your garden bench is a valuable addition to your garden thus, but securing it you minimise the possibility of storm damage and opportunistic theft.Exterior wood or garden furniture oil is an alternative treatment that nourishes the wood too and brings out the natural grain and pattern of the wood Garden furniture allows you to relax and enjoy the surroundings of your lush, colourful garden. Despite such a vast array of garden furniture, many people still enjoy the garden bench.

For stubborn paint or varnish surfaces, use a combination of heat gun first, followed by a chemical paint stripper. If you want to make it a really good job, then take a leaf out of a sailor’s book and use an epoxy layer before you apply the exterior varnish. This combination means that the finish and protective coating lasts a long, long time and will put up with all kinds of weather and use.It is an assurance that for every tree felled at least one more is allowed to grow in its place reducing the rate of deforestation across the world. Theft of garden ornaments, furniture and benches is sadly an all-too common an occurrence. Being the victim of theft is an uncomfortable experience, even if the item stolen is ‘only’ a garden bench, a plant pot or two or a garden sculpture.