How to extend the service life of Ikea and Leroy modular coverings
The path will last much longer if it is dismantled for the winter and stored in a utility room. Don’t forget about timely cleaning and rinse with a hose at least 2 times a week.
Europeans have come up with a unique way to prevent heaving of a plastic surface. A layer of sand is poured into the trench. Tamp it down thoroughly. Expanded polystyrene is laid on top - a heat-insulating material that is not afraid of moisture and frost. Pour out a mixture of sand and cement. And only then the polymer tiles are laid. All gaps are filled with sand.
Pendant lamps
Pendant lamps solve two problems: movement in the dark and comfort. They can illuminate both paths and separate buildings on the site. Plastic and LED lamps can be used outdoors and indoors. The main thing is to pay attention to weather conditions and ensure that electrical components can be easily removed and protected.
Plastic flooring - parameters
Once you have decided to buy plastic flooring and have decided on the appropriate type of modules, the next step is to determine the optimal parameters.
The market offers a wide range of models from Ikea and Leroy Merlin, of which the following are especially popular:
- 600*600*40 mm;
- 330*330*50 mm;
- 694*400*32 mm.
Important! Knowing the exact area and configuration of the landscape area being designed, you can easily calculate the number of modules you need. A clear price for each plastic decking product for a summer residence will also make it easy to draw up a preliminary estimate and invest in your own budget.
Outdoor furniture covers and cushions
Soft pillows make furniture beautiful and comfortable.
For chairs, armchairs and sofas they are sold separately. Some of them have removable covers with locks: this is very convenient and practical, as it allows you to quickly update the appearance of the furniture and protect it from rapid wear. Covers and pillows are made of dense and durable fabric that is resistant to fading.
Some cases have water-repellent properties: drops of water are poorly absorbed through the case and can simply be brushed away with your hand.
The simplest and most budget option is pillows without a cover from the “Kuddarna” series. Suitable for chairs of the Eplaro, Shalland series and most garden chairs. There is also a cushion in this series for a chaise lounge.
“Kuddarna” pillows, RUR 1,500. a piece
You can buy a “Duvholmen” pillow for the seat and back and a separate cover from the “Järpon” or “Frösön” series. The covers of these series are available in beige and anthracite shades.
Selection of cushions for garden chairs with pricesPlastic decking board - material features
Plastic boards are distinguished by a number of features determined by production technologies. The material is popularly called decking.
This term is based on components that are actively used in production: flour from natural wood sawdust (up to eighty percent) and a low-molecular substance that forms a polymer in the polymerization reaction.
All components are polymerized at the production stage.
Plastic decking boards, the price of which depends on production technologies, consist of unprocessed sawdust, which hardens at the final stage of production.
It is noteworthy that the finished product is practically in no way inferior to natural wood and other materials on the basis of which it is produced.
At the production stage, thermoplastic is added to the material. In addition to this component, manufacturers add various chemical components, which amount to up to five percent of the total mass. They significantly improve technological features.
The material has significant density. It is approximately 500kg*m2. Thanks to such indicators, the board can easily withstand any processing. How to cover a larch deck board? It can be treated with various paints and varnishes.
But it is best to coat the decking board with oil.
Accordingly, paying attention to the technical features, we can come to the conclusion that the material is no different in its performance from an ordinary wooden board.
But do not forget that natural wood must be additionally treated with chemical components in order to achieve such a glossy finish as its plastic counterpart.
Photos of plastic decking boards, which can be viewed on the Internet, significantly outperform other materials in many respects.
- In turn, the finished coating is not affected by any irritants. The paint, even after several years, will not lose its original characteristics; it is not affected by UV radiation. Such a coating will not need to be dismantled or repainted over the years.
- A plastic surface is not an ideal habitat for a variety of bacteria and fungi, so you will not find mold or traces of rot on it. Also, the material is not susceptible to fire or high temperatures.
- A plastic decking board, the dimensions of which can vary depending on the customer’s wishes, must be selected by the designer for a specific project.
Outdoor dining groups: tables and chairs
Breakfast, lunch or dinner in the fresh air is a great pleasure. Especially if this place is also conveniently equipped. The most inexpensive sets are made of plastic and metal in the “Torparö”, “Feiyang” series, as well as the “Askholmen”, “Eplaro” and “Terno” series made from solid acacia.
Table + chairs “Terno”, RUR 4,599 Next to it is a red table-stool “Tranaro”, RUR 1,299.
“Torparyo”, folding table (RUB 2,499) and chair with adjustable backrest (RUB 3,999)
Dining group: chairs and table “Eplaro”, RUR 23,599.
Furniture made from natural wood is sensitive to humidity and temperature changes, so it should not be left in the fresh air. In the cold season, it is better to bring it indoors, and in the warm season, use a protective cover to protect it from rain. Most IKEA garden furniture is foldable, so storing it compactly is no problem.
Sets of forged furniture “Lakke”, a dining group “Vikholmen” with chairs with a seat and back made of artificial rattan, a series of stainless steel “Saltholmen” are more expensive.
“Saltholmen”, 8,299 rub. per set
Garden chairs “Lekke”, price for 1 piece. – 3,200 rub.
The most expensive dining sets are made entirely from solid eucalyptus or with individual parts from this type of wood. These are the Bondholmen and Själland series.
“Shelland”, cost of the set is RUR 37,299.
“Bondholmen”, round table and 4 chairs – 35,999 rub.
In the IKEA catalog you can choose ready-made two-, four-, six- and eight-seat sets of dining furniture for the garden. All chairs and tables can also be purchased separately in the quantity required.
"Shelland", the cost of the set is 18,999 rubles.
“Eplaro”: set of furniture for 8 people, RUR 42,399.
It is possible, and sometimes necessary, to combine furniture from different series, since some tables or chairs are not sold as a set. Sometimes it's even more profitable. For example, the “Askholmen” series goes well with “Eplaro”, “Falholmen” and “Taron”, since they contain similar materials. And for the most inexpensive Feyan chairs at 1,099 rubles apiece, you can choose a table from the Torparyo series.
You can view all garden tables in the catalog on the official website. For convenience, I leave a direct link
