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OUTDOOR
WICKER FURNITURE
According to The American Heritage® Dictionary of the
English Language, Wicker is a flexible plant
branch or twig, such as willow, reed, or bamboo,
used in weaving baskets or furniture.
However, today, plastic is also used in
the making of wicker furniture.
The use of Wicker furniture dates back as far as ancient
Egypt. During
the excavation of Pompeii, archaeologists
discovered wicker baskets. So what make wicker so appealing? Perhaps it is its usefulness, or maybe it is the many
different patterns or items created.
Perhaps its wicker's aesthetic beauty
that has kept it so popular throughout history.
Each piece of outdoor wicker furniture has its own
distinctive personality.
Throughout history, wicker furniture has
been left natural, stained, and even painted
which adds to its personality.
Wicker outdoor furniture can fit into any
home’s décor. Left simple, wicker has an old-fashioned aura that many
collectors find appealing.
However, wicker can also be dressed up
with the use of bright and rich colored cushions
that can transfer your outdoor wicker furniture
creating a completely different style, from
country, to Victorian, or even contemporary
depending on the style of cushions you select.
When selecting your cushions for your wicker furniture, make
sure that it is weather proof if you plan to
place your wicker out in the elements.
Fabrics that are not all weather or that
are not weather resistant can mold and mildew,
or even become damaged by the sun.
There are countless patters of all
weather fabrics that you can select from,
including solid colors, flora, animal and much
more. No
matter what your taste, you can find a patter to
fit your style and décor.
Outdoor wicker furniture is available as porch
swings, tables, chairs, recliners, settees,
ottomans, baskets, and so much more.
Not matter the theme you want to create
for your sunroom, porch, deck, patio or outdoor
garden you can create it with wicker.
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