Rest zone in the suburban area is no less important than a garden or a garden . After all, we come to the country house to rest. In addition, this seemingly common element of landscape architecture performs both a practical function and an aesthetic one. Therefore, so much attention is paid to the design of the summer benches. Experienced designers of homestead landscapes argue that the garden bench must by all means:
- To combine with the style of the house and the plot;
- have an ergonomic design;
- to provide the proper level of comfort.
Benches differ not only in design, but also, above all, in terms of material. And one of the most common options are benches for dachas made of metal and wood. Why it happened, and what kinds of benches exist, you will learn from the text of this article.
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What are street benches for dachas?
Wood and metal are perfectly combined, especially when it comes to garden furniture. All-metal structures look too cumbersome, and wooden benches do not always fit well into the existing design of the suburban area . That's why combined benches made of metal and wood are increasingly chosen for dachas: thanks to the variety of their appearance, you can pick up the product to your taste. Particularly well, such benches look on the site in the style of vintage, minimalism, country, modern.
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The practical properties of the benches made of these two materials are also at an altitude. Metal plus wood is not only spectacular, but also reliable and durable. It should be noted that wood for sitting should be selected resistant to rot, as the bench will be in the open air all year round. Suitable teak, cherry, oak, hazel, larch, conifers. In addition, it is desirable to protect wood from the effects of natural factors with paint or varnish.
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Benches for dachas, made of wood, logs or metal, can differ in purpose and location. So, they can be stationary and decorate the landscape interior of a particular place, or mobile. In the first case, the bench supports are usually dug into the ground. As for mobile benches, if desired, they can be moved to any place on the site. The rules of placing benches for dachas from metal and wood will be discussed in more detail.
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Where to install the garden bench?
Usually on a summer residence place some benches which purpose slightly differs. For example, such a bench can be a dining room and placed on a terrace or in a barbecue area. It should be long enough for it to comfortably accommodate your family members or guests. And the so-called parade benches are usually installed on the street near the courtyard or at the entrance to the house. And, of course, an indispensable bench on the dacha section, intended for rest after garden work.
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The bench in the recreation area will give you unforgettable moments, especially if it is located in the most picturesque place of the site - near a pond, on a lawn or near a hedgerow. However, keep in mind that the bench, located near the pond, must have a reliable waterproof frame. Take care that the metal supports do not rust over time. And installing a bench on the lawn, make sure that it is resistant to trampling.
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A little shop for relaxation, which usually hides in the most secluded corner, without any conditions, has to rest. It can be located in the shade of trees (summer version) or in the sun, where it is so nice to sit in autumn. As you can see, seasonality should be taken into account even when choosing a place for a garden bench.
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