Outdoor Furniture 2024
Pool and patio furniture in the Cincinnati Tri State Area can be a difficult decision to make. There are a lot of details that make a quality furniture piece, and since outdoor furniture has to hold up to the harsh elements (unlike indoor furniture), it’s important to understand how a high quality outdoor piece is made. In this month’s blog, I will give you some tips on what to look for when you are ready to invest in high quality, outdoor furniture pieces and accessories. Like the products you see below? I am a dealer for Summer Classics furniture which means I am able to pass on savings to you as a client (no middle man). Book your call today to learn more!
Carmel Living Room Collection by Summer Classics
If you are wanting to visit an outdoor furniture showroom in the Cincinnati, OH Tri State Area (or anywhere for that matter), I encourage you to read this blog post before you make the trip. I always like to educate my customers on the “good, better, best” option for furniture so they can make their investment decision wisely. Like any major investment decision, I want to make sure all clients understand how things are made so they can make the decision if it’s worth the lead time and investment for their family.
Here is what to research before choosing any type of furniture for your home or business. Read on to understand the “why” behind each of them:
What type of materials is the furniture made out of?
How is the furniture made?
What brand is the furniture from?
How is the furniture shipped?
Can you choose from different fabric selections and frame choices?
Here are the key words to look for when choosing outdoor furniture:
NT-1 PRE WASH
POWDER COATED ALUMINUM
360 DEGREE WELDS
GALVONIZED STAINLESS STEEL
50,000 COMPRESSIONS
MORTISE AND TENDON
100% SOLUTION DYED ACRYLIC
UV RESISTENT
NT-1 PRE WASH:
Quality, long lasting furniture that has metal frames undergo pre-finishing with a Nano ceramic pre-wash to enhance paint adhesion. This crucial process roughens the metal surface, increasing the surface area by tenfold for the paint powder to adhere to. All finishes feature a high-solids polyester, architectural-grade powder coat. The outcome is a durable paint finish that outlasts conventional powder coat methods. Metal outdoor chairs are very popular due to the light weight (easy to move). Ensure the frames are pre washed or your chairs will start to chip and rust after one season.
POWDER COATED ALUMINUM:
Superior molten aluminum alloy is hand-poured into detailed woodcarving molds, then hand polished for a smooth surface. A thick, durable powder paint coat and hand-applied antique accent are added after a cleaning process. The best aluminum outdoor patio furniture has this extra step to ensure high quality in not only the actual furniture, but the aesthetic as well. This look can have an antique look or a modern look after completed.
Charleston Aluminum Dining Set by Summer Classics
360 DEGREE WELDS AND GALVONIZED STEEL:
Heavy tubing with reinforced stress points, interior wall supports, and galvanized steel inserts, triple hand-polished 360° welds, and a high-solids polyester powder-coated finish are featured in high quality furniture. Wrought Aluminum products come in various finishes, offering versatility and functionality that is sure to have all of these characteristics. Many finishes are available and usually very versatile when it comes to the client’s functionality needs. This is where luxury commercial grade furniture comes into play (think high end hotels, restaurants, and outdoor gaming areas).
Catalina Outdoor Dining Set from Summer Classics
50,000 COMPRESSIONS AND 100% SOLUTION DYED ACRYLIC:
Exclusively designed outdoor performance fabrics like Sunbrella® solution-dyed acrylics and N-dura resin wicker offer long-lasting quality. UV resistant wicker with unique color variations, memory tested to 50,000 compressions, hand-woven over steel-reinforced aluminum extrusions for durability (as discussed above). Solution dyed acrylic is dyed all the way through the thread and not just the surface which means no fading! You can also spray it with bleach and it will not change color (think red wine on a white fabric). The compressions make the feel of the fabric softer to the touch, and not scratchy like most fabric that has a layer of treatment. This fabric is heavy duty, and will outlast most fabrics you find in low end retail stores.
Any outdoor fabric can be customized into cushions, pillows, and umbrellas
MORTISE AND TENON:
Mortise and tenon joints are ideal for wooden outdoor furniture as they allow natural wood expansion and contraction without compromising durability. This construction method integrates the joint into the structure, ensuring long-lasting strength compared to metal connectors that may become unstable over time. The joint is extremely strong and lasting because it is integrated into the material and structure rather than added.
Mortise and Tenon
Still undecided? Book a discovery call with me!
In my 20+ years of design experience, I have worked on many different projects with many different budget levels. One customer is always completely different from the next, which is why a discovery call is so important. Interior Design has and always will be my passion when it comes to my career, and I treat every customer the same no matter what your budget is. I look forward to working with you!