Glendora Interiors

by G & A Sattler

People today are always looking for new suggestions regarding today’s selection of garden furniture (rattan wicker varieties particularly). Finding out more about current trends can help you make the best possible choice. 

Today’s Top Choices 

The use of smooth modern lines and distinct angles blended with beautifully crafted rattan results in the production of the most elegant and comfortable wicker works. These timeless works of art were created with the intent to complement any outdoor area and will create a warm and inviting place for you and your family to enjoy. 

A very gorgeous example of a recommended modern collection is the Arizona Wicker set, which turns out to be one of the more popular choices.  This collection of furniture often includes chairs, sofa, and coffee table.  

This particular set of rattan furniture is characterised by its soft, white cushions. This collection combines clean modernistic lines and sharp angles mixed with glass that would look stunning in any indoor or outdoor sun display. 

An additional fashionable collection of wicker items is the Cube Garden Furniture set, which is one of the top-selling collections. This set is meticulously assembled in such a way that it is likely to last an entire lifespan. 

It often is sold with four chairs, one table and two footstools. It might also come with a variety of other pieces, such as a side table depending upon the specific set you bring home. 

Additional options of today include the following: The Juniper Garden Set, The Saturn Rattan set, and the Havana Rattan Set all which are noted for a variety of characteristics. 

For instance, they are often chosen because of their rich colours, sharp corners, and distinct shapes. The Juniper and Saturn are particularly noted for their very attractive and roomy L-shaped designs which are more suited for large areas. The Havanna set represents a type of desert or “Western” theme. 

Miscellaneous Info 

Contemporary wicker furniture is durable and is made of the finest materials by the most careful hands. Rattan in particular is a type of wood material that is harvested from palm trees located in distinct regions of Africa, Asia, and Australasia. 

About 70% of the material used for the creation of some of the finest wicker comes from Indonesia. The finest pieces are UV treated and can be placed outside all year long very little worry of fading, splitting, or cracking of the rattan.  

Most of these pieces come with an outdoor waterproof cover that can protect the furniture and helps keep it dry and clean when not in use. Frequently, the frames are created from lightweight aluminum is usually coated in order to prevent it from rusting. 

Likewise being able to resist the outdoor elements this type of garden furniture is easy to move from area to area and can be packed away compactly. It makes entertaining and dining outdoors much more convenient and your furniture is retained for much longer periods.

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Decorating a home can be a daunting task since everyone wants to have a stylish, comfortable home, but it is not always clear what pieces work best where. There are so many options out there for home furnishings that the choices seem to be endless, making the process even harder. Selections have to be made about what style is wanted, the era of the furniture, where it should be placed and coupled with, the list goes on and on. While it may be overwhelming at times, decorating a home can be a very enjoyable process as well, allowing people to unleash a bit of their creative side in tailoring the inside of their home to accurately reflect their personal style and taste. There are many aspects of home décor that must be considered, one of them that takes quite a bit of consideration are dining chairs.

There many styles of chairs that depend very much on the specific style goals of the individuals who are decorating the home. Among the broad array of designs there are a few that stand out as classic favorites. The most well known style of dining chair is the Queen Anne. This design is based on the eighteenth century style of chairs, sporting a shaped crest rail at the top of the chair’s back and featuring a center back support. While this is the basic construction of the Queen Anne style, there are variations in wood, specific design and upholstery. The backs of these chairs can be anything from the classic, simple urn-shaped back support to a more ornate shield back support. The type of wood and upholstery used for the chair should be the right color and material to match the rest of the dining room set.

Another popular design for dining chairs is the Windsor. This type of chair is characterized by having thin legs, spokes along the back of the chair, and either a bow or hoop back. This design hails from an early English style yet its simplicity and classic look makes it the perfect addition to any home. Windsor chairs are best suited for less formal dining situations and serve better for the day to day dining needs of individuals. Regency style chairs came about in the nineteenth century and is characterized by having a squared top, scroll back, and saber legs. This stylish design works well in formal as well as informal dining settings and can be found in a variety of different kinds of wood and upholstery, depending on personal taste.

The mid-century style of chair originated in the 1950s, hence its name, and was designed for the new, modern style of homes at the time. Certain changes to the original model have brought this kind of chair into the twenty-first century, making it a great part of a stylish dining set. For individuals looking for a more retro look will be quite pleased with the original mid-century design. Chippendale dining chairs are another popular item. They are recognizable for their ornate back supports and often include ball-and-claw feet. These are definitely for a more formal setting due to the intricate design of the chairs and the beautiful wood that they are typically made of. Choosing any one of these lovely designs ensures that anyone’s home will have beautiful, classic furniture for everyone to admire and enjoy.

It didn’t take long for cave men to figure out that sitting on cold flat stones wasn’t all that comfortable, especially during meal time. They quickly learned that a few animal skins and a pile of dry grass placed on top of those cold flat stones made some mighty nice dining chairs.

Chair styles haven’t really undergone major changes except for the ever popular bean bag chair of the 70s. Aside from that, chairs typically have four legs, a seat and aback. Nothing new. We do tend to change our minds a lot when it comes to what style to choose, however, and it’s always a toss up between casual and formal it seems.

European kings and queens loved to show off their wealth, and one way was to commission local artisans to build big, bulky furniture – especially chairs. Some of these chairs were so well made that they have survived until today. These typically sported elaborate wood engravings and lush textiles.

Lifestyles change and so do our tastes in furniture. One year solid wood is the rage, the next year it’s flowered tapestries. Leather will probably never go out of style and there will be always be fans of more casual styles such as rattan or cane. No matter what you like, and whenever you want it, you will be able to find it.

Don’t confuse comfort with price, however. Some of the less expensive dining chairs happen to be the most comfortable, especially those in solid wood. Actually, if your budget is tight don’t assume that a low cost padded chair will provide a sufficient level of comfort, even for short meals. Padded chairs in this price bracket are poorly finished and this lack of padding alone can make them pretty uncomfortable.

Don’t forget to pay attention to the chair back, too. Some are very ornate, some are all cushioned, and others are made of the same wood as the seat and legs. In any case, don’t be fooled into spending more money on chairs that have specially made backs to assure your dining comfort. Why? Because most people don’t lean back in their chairs as they dine! Unless you linger around the table for hours at a time, you’ll probably be fine without paying too much attention to what the backs may or may not do for you.

Chair heights differ as well, and some are more comfortable than others. We will always have the regular chairs with heights of about 22′. One of the newer chair styles is called a bar or pub chair, and frequently they come with tables to accommodate these taller legs. Make sure that if you are buying single pieces rather than a set, that your new chairs will fit under your table.

Tables usually come with four chairs, although larger sets come with six. Extras are always available. Check out new designs and styles from manufacturers that offer a type of mix and match when purchasing dining chairs. Frequently one table will have two or three ‘matching’ chair styles and it’s quite acceptable to have a few of each all at once! Mix colors, fabrics, or even wood blends. The result can be quite amazing.

For older furniture or even rooms that need some updating, just throw on a coat of paint and add some new chair cushions. Even you’re really adventurous, try upholstering the seats by yourself.