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Which do you prefer? This would be for a dining set in cast aluminum that looks like wrought iron and would be used on a wooden deck (not a patio). I like the look of dining chairs (i.e., with legs) because I prefer a traditional style with my old house, but I'm wondering if swivel chairs would be more comfortable and practical on a deck (no legs to get caught in the cracks). Opinions?
One more thing -- swivel chairs cost about twice as much as dining chairs.

I agree with the person who suggested a mix of the 2 kinds of chairs if you have a table large enough for 6 chairs. If you are just getting four chairs, having them all the same will probably look better. Swivel chairs can be very comfortable for just sitting, but I always feel like I have to lean forward uncomfortably to eat at the table because they tend to tilt back slightly. So it really depends, are you planning on using the set mostly for sitting at the table and eating, or for sitting and relaxing? I've never had a problem with the legs on non-swivel chairs getting caught in the deck cracks--but it is something to consider if the cracks on your deck are wider, or the legs are particularly small. Hope you enjoy your deck this summer!

2006-06-22 10:33:41 by brindy_scot

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Hi there. I love to free hand paint and I would like to paint on plastic tables, chairs, benches, etc. patio furniture.

I know I should lightly sand the surface - making sure it is very clean - and prime. I know that much.

However, I want to paint a design with a paintbrush - not spray paint.

Anyone tried this? Which paint would I use and how can I make sure it will last?

thanks for any help folks!

I thought about freehand painting my wood bench. An outdoor Behr paint from Home Depot with a marine poly finish should seal it.

2008-03-03 18:33:49 by tak

Price: $19.99

Keeps outdoor furniture clean and ready for use
Fabric is PVC coated for added protection
Made of heavy weight 380G Polyester

Steal them from my house. But you're too late, some scumbucket already did it!!

Try Loot, or charity furniture stores.

2007-10-05 05:48:08 by Darrell

Price: $40.00 $22.69

Adjustable elastic hem cord for a tight and custom fit
Won't crack in cold weather
Click-close straps lock around the legs to secure the cover on windy days

the ravens have been attacking or biting the tops of my patio chairs. the chairs are on my deck under an umbrella. we have noticed that there were more ravens hanging around. also, i haven't seen squirrels in awhile if that is a sign. I maybe wrong, about it being the ravens but that is what i believe has been attacking the chairs.

If there are a lot of them, it is more likely crows than ravens. Crows go in a flock (called a murder) and ravens go in pairs. Crows make a harsh CAW sound; ravens make a gentler croak. Ravens are bigger too.
They could indeed be eating young squirrels or otherwise driving squirrels away, as they are somewhat predatory (crows and ravens both).
I don't particularly know why they would attack your chairs unless 1) they are trying to get some threads off to line their nests, or 2) they find them intriguing and like to play with them.

2008-07-19 17:30:49 by olivia s

I have 4 patio chairs that some of the straps have broken. I thought of taping them with duct tape but not sure what else I could do.

You'll need some self tapping screws and washers, and a pan of hot water. Put the straps in the hot water for at least 15 minutes. Once this is done, they will expand and be easier to stretch out a little. Turn the chair upside down and drill a small pilot hole on each side of the frame in an area that won't been seen when the chair is in an upright position. Don't try to use the same holes that were used before. Then remove the strap from the hot water and wrap it as far around the frame as possible without the end being on top and anchor it with a screw and washer. Pull the strap snug and do the same thing to the other side. As the strap cools, it will be drawn as tight as the other ones.

2007-05-17 09:15:09 by Deb S