When investing your hard-earned cash into any home accessory, your material choice certainly matters. One size doesn’t fit all, with your preference often dictated by your home’s style or personal taste. The material can also impact the longevity of the product as well as its aesthetic look and feel.
If the accessory on your hit list is destined for the garden, there is much more to consider. Your material of choice has to be able to hold its own against the elements, with the great British weather a particularly worthy adversary. So, which material is the best option when shopping for garden products – wood, plastic or metal?
Wood or timber has been a top material on the garden scene for as long as we can remember. It’s a beautiful material to work with, offering a connection with nature like no other. It can also be customised easily, with a quick sand and varnish or paint job all that’s needed to cater to your individual style preferences. All these perks come at a cost however…
Wooden garden products aren’t known for their durability, with frequent, ongoing maintenance needed to preserve their appearance and condition. Wooden garden products are particularly vulnerable to wear and tear, especially when exposed to the weather. Issues like rot, mould and warping are also common.
One material that doesn’t have any problems with rot or mould is plastic, which is what gives it a reputation as a hassle-free garden addition. While resistant to rot and rust, exposure to UV is its nemesis. The vibrant colour of plastic garden products can quickly fade under heat, while the material itself will become brittle and unstable.
It’s also bad news for the environment, with plastic garden products adding yet more problems to landfill sites that are already full to bursting.
Last but certainly not least is metal. Metal is a favourite material for garden products, and for good reason!
This reliable and robust option makes products extra strong, extra safe, and timelessly stylish. Our quality metal garden products are built to last, with each meticulously handcrafted and ready to be enjoyed for years to come.
Metal garden products are easy to maintain, with the finishes we use protecting them from the elements for the long haul. Our metal garden products are also hugely versatile, suiting outdoor spaces of all shapes, sizes and styles.
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