Reasons to Get Cedar Patio Furniture

It’s no surprise that people want to create the most impressive outdoor spaces, but there are many different opinions as to what type of patio furniture to get. Patio furniture is great for your front porch, back porch, patio, garden area or anywhere else outside where you’d like to gather with family or friends. The question is…which type to get?

A great choice is cedar outdoor furniture. There are several reasons that cedar is a wise choice and those reasons are outlined below. One of the main reasons is that it’s absolutely beautiful and can be enjoyed outside during the warm months and can easily be moved inside during the winter months to offer comfort and style in your home all throughout the year.

Reasons You Will Love Cedar Patio Furniture

1.)    Cedar is Incredibly Durable. This type of furniture will withstand the test of time through all the elements to become patio furniture you can count on forever.

2.)    Cedar is resistant to fungus or bacteria growth. Because cedar wood has this quality, it won’t get covered in any type of fungus that will cause it to erode over time.

3.)    This wood is almost as strong as oak wood. Since oak is the strongest wood there is and cedar is almost as strong that means that cedar furniture is quite tough.

4.)    Cedar patio furniture is eco-friendly, so it’s good for you, your family and the environment.

5.)    Maintenance is simple when dealing with cedar patio furniture. Just wipe it down once in a while with a damp cloth and it should stay looking beautiful for years.

6.)    Patio furniture made of cedar comes in a huge variety of styles, so you can certainly find a set that will match your home perfectly.

7.)    Cedar looks quite rugged, so it’s a great choice for an outdoor space. Its outdoorsy vibe will fit it great in any outdoor space.

8.)    One of the best reasons to get cedar patio furniture it its natural insect repellent qualities thanks to the smell. So when you sit in a cedar chair or by a cedar table it will keep mosquitoes and other insects far away, but humans like the natural smell of cedar, so you’ll want to sit there for a while.

There are many companies that make cedar patio furniture for both adults and kids, so this is a great choice for any outdoor space when you want everyone to be comfy. This stylish outdoor furniture is perfect in a cottage setting and will look equally as beautiful in a more modern space. There’s no outdoor space where cedar furniture won’t fit in which makes it the perfect choice for anyone’s home.

Nursery Cleaning: How To Protect Baby From Harmful Toxins

Mothers and fathers take pride in bringing their little one home to a cozy, beautiful and safe nursery.  With baby’s first experiences outside the womb, we understand that babies are very delicate and extra sensitive to their new surroundings.  So we try our best to take every precaution to guard our precious little one from harmful agents.  Being outside, there is not much one can control.  You can’t control how the air smells, or the car that drives down the road, or the individual close by who is sick.  Sure, you make every attempt to keep your baby away from hazards, but you take the risk every time baby is outdoors.  What you can control is keeping your baby’s nursery safe, sanitary and totally free from harmful toxins.

Cleaning

Keeping your nursery clean is essential to providing a safe environment for your baby.  Make sure you regularly clean the carpets using a vacuum cleaner that has a HEPA filter.  This filter will help get rid of the majority of dangerous pathogens, allergies, dust particles, pet dander and more.  According to a 2002 U.S. Geological Survey, 80% of cleaning solutions leave behind a residue which may include antibiotics, synthetic hormones, insecticides, etc.  That is a poor exchange for germ-free surfaces!  These chemical substances can be very harmful if ingested or inhaled and can affect the development of your baby’s immune system.  Go to the store and get yourself some non-toxic cleaning products.  They are just as effective and smell considerably better.  You can also try home remedy cleaning solutions which are significantly cheaper and free of toxic residue. 

Crib Bedding

Your crib bedding is the last thing your little one sees before bedtime and the first thing your newborn sees when he/she wakes up.  You newborn will spend about 2/3rds of the time sleeping in the crib, so selecting safe baby crib sets and taking appropriate care of it ought to be one of your top priorities.  Mattresses made up of wool or latex can cause allergic reactions, so try buying an organic mattress or allow a regular baby mattress to air out for at least one month prior to bringing baby home.  Purchasing organic baby bedding and clothing are also an ideal alternative.  Organic baby bedding is free from chemical finishing agents that are utilized to preserve the fabric.  Choose baby bedding which is 100% certified organic cotton so it is soft, comfy and breathable.  Make sure to wash all items using fragrance-free detergent and no fabric softener. 

Painting

Painting your nursery walls is a wonderful way to create a nice ambiance for your nursery.  Make sure not to paint while your pregnant and also use paint that has no or low volatile organic compounds (VOCs).  This goes the same for sealers and finishers for furniture.  Buying unfinished furniture is even better, but realistically, buying new furniture is not always feasible.  Again, give your nursery several months to air out before bringing baby home.  An air purifier with HEPA filter is also useful in getting rid of allergens, dust particles, asthma inducers, chemicals, biological contaminants and so on. 

Take proactive measures to ensure your baby’s nursery is safe and free from toxins.  I would suggest preparing and sanitizing your nursery several months before baby is due to guarantee all possible contaminants are eliminated.  You may not be able to control outside variables from imposing harmful agents, but you can certainly control turning your nursery into a safe sanctuary for your baby.  Taking eco-friendly precautions is not only safer for your precious little one, but mother nature will thank you for it.