How to Choose Wooden Garden Furniture

A garden offers an opportunity to create a naturalized area in the backyard or common area of a community. Selecting wooden furniture for the garden area continues the theme of natural materials, biodegradable goods and reusable resources in the home. Whether accentuating a formal English thyme garden or a plot of haphazardly planted tulip bulbs, wooden garden furniture is available to highlight any lifestyle.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Pick any type of garden furniture and there is a wooden version that is available.

2. Select the type of wood used in the outside decor to tie the garden into the existing outdoor furniture.

3. Choose heavy wooden furniture made from redwood or cedar, or choose delicate furniture constructed of bamboo or willow twigs.

4. Opt for the less formal look of rustic wooden furniture in the backyard garden area.

5. Pick from many styles of wooden garden furniture. Select chairs, benches or settees. Consider choosing a wooden swing, rocker or glider if motion is required for a soothing respite.

6. Go for the gusto and buy a complete set of wooden garden furniture that includes a coffee table, end tables, bench and chairs with matching planters.

7. Mix and match wood types for an eclectic mix of wooden garden furniture.

8. Add a wooden dining table and chairs or a picnic table to the garden area and bring meals outdoors. Set up some Tiki torches or outdoor lanterns and entertain into the evening hours in the garden.

9. Get the best bargain for the dollar and choose a combination wooden furniture piece. Some benches have waterproof storage areas inside that are perfect for summer pool supplies or storing garden tools.

10. Install a wooden arbor in the garden for the succulent grapes, hanging wisteria or climbing roses to enjoy. Find an arbor with a built in bench so garden dwellers can sit and enjoy the mini arboretum.

Tips & Warnings

• Protect wooden garden furniture with a proper water sealant or fresh coat of paint in the spring.
• Store the wooden garden furniture under a cover for the winter to protect the wood against moisture rot.