Garden swings are no longer just a fond reminder of our childhood memories. Presence of swings in our gardens, terraces and balconies is increasing day by day so is the number of swings being introduced to the market. The models and materials are varying greatly but most common ones are made from metal or wood frames combined with sling fabric, upholstered cushions or synthetic rattan seating components. In this article we would like to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of these different products in the market and help you choose the best option based on your budget, personal needs and likes.
Your outdoor furniture is susceptible to elements like UV, rain, wind, pool and sea water, dirt and spillages. Therefore it is important that the fabrics used in outdoor furnitures are designed to be resistant against these elements to the extent possible. The qualities you should be looking for in outdoor upholstery is resistance against sunlight, mould and mildew, colour-fastness, waterproofing, solar protection against UV rays...