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Outdoor furniture can last for years with proper care
Local experts advise on keeping patio furniture permanent fixtures outside
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Outdoor chairs made of recycled milk cartons sit on display at Lakeside Home and Hardware in Gainesville. The recycled milk carton furniture is created with the color infused into the material. Therefore, if the plastic chips, another color will not be exposed underneath. - photo by Erin O. Smith
When weather warms up, windows open, the grill fires up and patio furniture hits the deck as families spend more time outdoors, lounging in Adirondack chairs and hammocks to enjoy the spring and summer sun. But before outdoor relaxation begins, the furniture to recline in must be checked for durability and made weather-resistant. And each type of furniture has different qualities, deeming it appropriate for different weather situations.