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Latest Trends in Outdoor Furniture

Smart Design : Episode SDN-412 -- More Projects »
Patios are no longer just for relaxing; they're also for decorating. According to Linda Moran, creative and carefree styles are the latest craze in outdoor furniture:
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The newest thing in wicker is its all-weather appeal. Outdoor wicker is made from a combination of real wicker and a resin material so that it can be out in the rain.
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100-percent acrylic fabrics won't rot or fade. They're filled with polyester that drains and dries very quickly so they can be outside without worry.
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An old favorite is wrought iron and the new trend is to add colorful cushions. Gone are the days of chipping and painting it every year with good undercoating and powder-coated finishes.
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Teak has a timeless look and was originally used on boats. It's absolutely free of care if you let it weather to its natural silver gray and will last forever, so be sure to like the style you choose.
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Strong, rustproof and lightweight, cast and casual aluminum furniture is today's most popular choice. The difference between the two is that casual aluminum (shown) is hollow.
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This lamp looks like it belongs indoors, but it's actually for year-round outdoor use and has an all-weather light bulb. The shade is also waterproof and washable.
Guests
Linda Moran
Hill Company
8615 Germantown Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19118
Phone: 215-247-7600
Fax: 215-247-7603
Website: www.hill-company.com
Also in this Episode
Smart Design : Episode SDN-412
•Latest Trends in Outdoor Furniture
•Latest Trends in Kitchen Storage
•Open Loft
•Floating Storage
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