backyard

Ignoring your local climate when purchasing furniture.  I often see people choose furniture that doesn’t suit their local climate. For instance, metal furniture can rust in the coastal salty air, and using untreated wood in sunny, arid climates can cause furniture to dry out, crack, and warp.These mistakes look unsightly…

Plastic furniture doesn’t feel sophisticated to me. In my opinion, colorful plastic chairs and tables feel flimsy and distract from the yard’s natural beauty. Unless you’re willing to spring for a more durable option like Polywood, which is made from high-quality recycled plastic, colorful furniture will likely fade and wear…