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Is Cedar a Good Choice for Outdoor Furniture and Structures?
September 21st, 2019 | by Admin Deck Experts | in Outdoor Living Space | 0
Is cedar a good choice for outdoor furniture and structures?
Short answer: Yes!
So you have decided that now is the time to invest and build or purchase some new outdoor furniture and outdoor structures. When building or buying outdoor structures, you have a plethora of materials to choose from. One of the best options you can choose is cedar. Cedar is a good choice because of the following reasons:
- Its Natural Resistance
- It Ages Well
- It is Long Lasting
- It is Naturally Beautiful
Natural Resistance
Cedar is naturally resistant to decay and pests compared to other wood options. When you are building an outdoor structure or have outdoor furniture, it is obviously going to spend all its time outdoors. The natural oils present in cedar give it this resistance, making it a good choice.
Ages Well
Cedar is an excellent choice as it can retain its appearance over many years, with a little TLC. Cedar can be stained or painted to maintain a uniform and clean look, or it can be left ot weather, taking on a grey or silver look. Old cedar is excellent to work with, as the top layer can be stripped away, giving it an almost new look.
Long Lasting
Cedar is also long lasting because of its strength and durability. It is not usually prone to warping or sagging, and can handle a fair amount of abuse. This is especially important for outdoor furniture, or structures that get a lot of use and traffic. Cedar can easily last 30+ years as long as it gets proper care. This is much longer then other wood options, such as fir, spruce or pine.
Naturally Beautiful
Finally, cedar is naturally beautiful. It has a beautiful grain and texture, and the natural colour is very appealing. Even with a coat of stain or paint applied, it still maintains this natural look that will make any space look great.
If you are considering new outdoor furniture or outdoor structures, make sure you consider cedar as a material choice. There are many benefits to cedar, making it an ideal option.
