Garden Furniture

Home decorating seems to be a whole lot easier when it is done indoors rather than outdoors. If you've had several failed outdoor decorating projects due to rain, heat and sun exposure, read...

Upholstered furniture has become increasingly popular in outdoor spaces. Not only are upholstered pieces more comfortable, they are also much more stylish. Most manufacturers offer a limited...

Rain, snow, wind and high temperatures can wear away the protective finish on metal lawn chairs, leaving them vulnerable to rust. Faced with the prospect of spending a day or two scraping and...

Adding a Garden Fountain to your yard can add instant visual appeal. Many fountains are do it yourself projects and can be very affordable.

The best way to care for pressure-treated lumber is by painting or staining it. Whether it is a deck, railing or other object, painting or staining the material will lengthen the life of the wood....

Resin chairs are simple, economical and rugged items used as patio furniture. They usually come in plain, primary colors that are functional but a bit dull. Fortunately, plastic chairs are easy to...

Hummingbird feeders are an aesthetically pleasing addition to your garden. Hummingbirds exist on a nectar-based diet. Feeders can sometimes get clogged and stop working due to the constant...

Purple martins are large North American swallows that have striking purple and black coloration. Bird enthusiasts welcome these social birds into their gardens and encourage breeding behaviors by...

Cushions for outdoor furniture are exposed to rain, snow, heat and other outdoor elements. It is not uncommon for mold to grow on the cushions due to the exposure to these elements. Mold on...

The Adirondack chair was designed by Thomas Lee in 1903. He was on vacation in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains in Newport, New York and needed chairs for his summer home. He designed the...

This can be as plain or fancy as you like.

You can make a new bird house from ordinary trash. Hang on to what you might throw out and make a bird house that will attract beautiful and lovely sounding birds. Glass bottles are less often...

Thanks to a renewed obsession with all things retro, aluminum patio furniture is more popular than ever. Throw in a modern paint color like Green Apple or Sweet Tomato, both from Rustoleum, and...

Making your own concrete picnic table can not only be a fun way to spend some time, but your project will add value to your back yard. Your family will enjoy summer cookouts at their new picnic...

An attractive outdoor living space can instantly increase the perceived square footage of your home. Outdoor furniture is constantly exposed to the elements and over time it inevitably looks worn...

Bird-watching is a popular hobby, which people of all ages enjoy. Even bird-watchers in urban areas can count dozens of bird species. Bird watchers enjoy keeping track of the different species...

Creating an intimate, comfortable outdoor living space gives you a spot to relax and commune with nature at the convenience of home. After a few basic necessities, you can add your own personal...

Benches have been used for hundreds of years as places to sit, places to work, and places to set items for later use. However, purchasing a bench for one of these uses is often more expensive than...

Every yard has them---unsightly objects, like trash cans, air-conditioning units, power lines or pipes. The trick to hiding them is to extend your garden and use a trellis with a fast-growing,...

Whether you're headed to the beach or preparing for a backyard get-together with friends, folding chairs are an ideal way to offer additional seating to guests and a comfortable way to enjoy a day...

Sitting on the back deck or front porch is more enjoyable when you can rest your head on a pillow. Outdoor pillows, however, are an annoyance when the weather turns wet and they get soggy. You may...

Outdoor tent canopies come in a variety of shapes and sizes, as well degrees of difficulty in setting up and tearing down. Before choosing an outdoor tent canopy, determine how much you want to...

How to prepare and store your patio umbrellas for te winter season.

Outdoor canopies are ideal for outdoor parties and celebrations, wedding receptions and sports events. Great for shading and enclosing a public area, outdoor canopies can also be used to cover...

If you've noticed the paint on your metal lawn chairs has started to chip and peel, don't purchase new furniture yet. With a few simple steps, you can apply a fresh coat of paint, giving new life...

Are stuffed animals taking over your child's room? Make a simple hammock for the animals to lounge around in and get them off of the floor. This hammock is moderately easy to make and requires...

The National Association of School Nurses explains how too much exposure to the sun can cause extremely harmful effects on your body, the most common being skin cancer. Keeping your skin protected...

Eating outdoors is a often a treat, and sometimes a necessity. Instead of making due with the bare minimum, create a picnic to remember by decorating the table. Choose a theme and use matching...

Picnic tables may not be the most attractive option for dining, but the bench-and-table combinations are popular in parks, campgrounds and homes because of their convenience and size. Many outdoor...

Plastic lawn chairs are an inexpensive, practical solution to seating in any outdoor lawn, garden or patio area. The plastic is resilient, withstanding the effects of rain, wind and sunlight....

Metal furniture is susceptible to rust especially if it is placed outdoors, since it comes in contact with moisture and other natural elements. Painting is a cost-effective method to give your...

Your patio furniture takes a beating all year long. Spring's drenching rains can stain patio furniture or even work to peel paint. In the summer, the sun's harsh rays can bleach wood or even...

Bench composters are a clever way to provide both classic seating and a discreet storage area for compost. Most benches are made of plastic, as wood can be damaged during the composting process,...

Now that the holidays are approaching, it is a great time to invest in nice patio cushions. With the assortment of colors and fabrics available, you can replace the worn dingy swing cushions on...

When Autumn approaches it's time to begin winterizing the household for the seasonal changes that affect many areas of the world. Patio furniture can be quite an investment, and protecting that...

In all its wonderful varieties, canna grows from rhizomes, or tuberous roots. Leave them in the ground for the winter, and they won't survive. Here's how to preserve canna over the winter, and...

Use your deck as another room!!! Put the correct pieces on your deck. If you like the outdoors and want to be there a lot, why not make the deck just another room of your house....Put a large,...

Wind chimes sound beautiful in the breeze. And they can be a breeze to make if you start with a yard sale toy xylophone. You know the kind I'm talking about. The ones where each note is a...

The Western and Southern United States has been baking in record breaking 100+ degree days. The heat isn't only hard on the utility bills, it's hard on gardens. Many people started vegetable and...

Need a cushion for your porch or yard swing, but don't want to pay those expensive prices? If you can sew a straight stitch you can make this cushion easily and a lot cheaper.

Lawn chairs with webbing become faded and stretched after years of use and exposure to the weather, and may become unsafe. Webbing is attached to the aluminum frames with screws or pop rivets,...

PVC has provided a number of ways for home hobbyists to economically construct easily assembled structures to meet specific needs around the home. When I moved to Florida many years ago, I...

Once you realize that teak is the premier wood used for shipbuilding, it becomes evident why it is great for patio or landscape furniture. Heavy, dense and durable, teak is a hardwood with fine...

Old wooden porch swings are a treasure. Nothing is more inviting than a front porch swing. If you happen to find one that looks as though it is falling apart, with a little tender loving...

Replacing a patio set provides an opportunity to explore a wide variety of materials and accessories for almost any budget. New patio furniture can add versatility to outdoor entertaining and...

Planter boxes can add a note of nature to a deck or patio. They're perfect for flowers, perennials, or even for establishing a small vegetable garden. With simple tools and materials, you can...

Patio chaise lounge cushions become worn, stained and faded after a few years use. Generally the furniture frames are still in good condition but the cushions are just not attractive. Purchased...

Outdoor swing sets over time can become dirty from natural sources. The backyard set does make a wonderful bird perch. Outdoor structures that are cleaned periodically also can deter insects such...

There is nothing better than sitting outside on the patio during spring and summer. Many homeowners choose to decorate their patio with outdoor furniture made of plastic. These items are an...

Swinging in a cool hammock in the shade of a big tree alongside the one I love is one of the best things about spring and summer. You can enjoy a rest in a hammock without damaging trees if you...