A patio furniture swing is a great thing for any backyard, patio, deck or porch, as it can give a perfect place to relax or hang out with your family and friends.
Patio swings usually need to be hung up with chains or have their own legs. The swings equipped with their own legs are more expensive, but might be moved to any place across your backyard and stored during the winters, while hanging patio swings, of course can also be put off, but can’t be installed in the open space.
Here are some other factors to consider when selecting a patio furniture swing:
Weight Rating
One of the major factors in selecting a patio swing is the weight it might handle. This information can be found in the product description, so make sure to get a patio furniture swing with high weigh rating, especially if you are willing to sit more than one person there.
Comfort
In case you intend to use your patio swing each day, comfort is the first thing to examine when selecting the swing. Patio furniture swings are made from metal, wood and plastic, and come with cushions and mesh type of seats. The swings with cushions are undoubtedly the most comfortable ones, as they are like an outdoor cozy sofa. However, they are less durable than mesh type of seating.
Price
Price is a vital factor in selecting patio furniture swings, as it ranges from $100 up to $1000 for a new swing. Wooden swings are the most expensive from the three types. The size and design also affect the price. The best time to purchase a patio swing is fall sales, so in case you can wait, better do that and save few dollars.
Design
Patio furniture swings come in various designs, looks ad colors. So, before buying it, imagine what color and look would you like to have in your swing. If you are willing to have your neighbors be green with envy, then take an expensive Adirondack patio swing made of cypress, which is considered one of the most designs among patio swings. If you simply need a comfortable and durable patio swing, then opt for a metal swing with cushion.
Tree type
If you are willing to buy a wooden patio swing, you should remember that sings are usually made from cedar, pine, cypress, teak and alder. Cedar is the most expensive material as it is insect and weather resistant. Cedar patio swings come in two types – red and white cedar. Cypress is the second most popular type, as it very long-lasting, but it will develop cracks over the time. Teak is relatively expensive, durable and resistant to weather changes.
Pine and alder are the most affordable, as they are lightweight and weather resistant, however, they have limited durability.
Maintaining patio furniture swings
Patio swings generally don’t need a lot of maintenance. You will need to oil the swinging mechanisms and to tighten bolts once in six months. If you have a wooden patio furniture swing, check it for cracking and use a sealing coating if needed. If you opted for a metal swing, you will have to paint it to prevent rusting.