Cane Or Rattan Furniture For Your Home And Garden

Posted: Mar 13, 2009 | Comments: 0 | Views: 37 | Bookmark and Share

Rattan or wicker furniture is made from cane which is a raw material that comes from the stems of large rattans, which are climbing palms found native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia and Australasia.  Because cane is a raw material it is tough and durable which makes it an ideal material for indoor and outdoor furniture.  The material is also very versatile which means manufacturers can now modify designs to keep it right up today with today's designs and styles.  More and more people are realising the benefits of having cane furniture in their homes and gardens.

The reason cane furniture is ideal for gardens and conservatories is because unlike wood it will not rot or become damaged.  It is an ideal material for any environment at any time of the year.  If like most people you keep plants in your conservatory then you will find the air will be moist.  This would be detrimental on any wood furniture which makes cane or rattan furniture most people's first choice when it comes to furnishings.  Cane will not rot or rust, it is water resistant which means it will last in great condition for years to come.

The beauty of cane furniture is that it offers a timeless look that will last you a very long time.  It looks beautiful in conservatories but also not out of place in the living room or any other room of the house.  Some of the styles and designs are very contemporary which makes it fit into today's modern living.  Cane is also ideal for outdoor living and can be found in gardens all around the world.

So how do they make it?  Well, once the palm is harvested it is then boiled which removes the sap from the bark.  This removal of the sap allows the material to have the flexibility properties which makes it easy to mould into various shapes.  Once this process is completed the material is then split into thin strips.  These strips are then intertwined to make the furniture.  Generally the frames of the furniture are made from much larger canes.  This whole process is very time consuming and costly which is why quality cane furniture isn't cheap.  However, you are buying furniture that is very easy to clean, will last for years and years, will need very little attention to keep it preserved, with that in mind the cost isn't that expensive.

Another important aspect which shouldn't be forgotten is that cane furniture is completely environmentally friendly due to it being made completely naturally without the use any chemicals or wood treatment.  This is another hit with consumers as we are all living in a world where environmental products are in the foremost of everyone's minds.

 

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