How to Know When to Replace your Deckchair
A deck chairĀ is the perfect piece of outdoor furniture for creating the ambience of coastal Cornwall or beautiful Brighton within the comfort of your decking or patio. So, keep your deck chair in great condition is a must, and knowing when to replace your deck chair is key!
After many years of using your favourite deck chair, it is more than likely they will have endured some considerable wear and tear; whether that be from the unpredictability of a British summer, or due to them being dragged to and from your favourite beach! This begs the question, when is it the right time to let go of the old, welcome the new, and replace your deckchair?
In this blog, I will explained the top two indicators of when it is time to replace your deck chair.
When is the right time to replace my deck chair?Ā
...The wood is beginning to rot on your deck chair
Your deckchair must be stored in a dry location to prevent it from rotting. If left out to battle the elements or somewhere that is likely to become exposed to moisture, the likelihood of your deck chair rotting is high and once this occurs, unfortunately, thereās no going back. This is then a clear sign that itās time to replace your deckchair.
The wood of our Rinkit deck chairs is very hard-wearing and known as FSC certified beech wood, an acronym for Forest Stewardship Council, which is an international not for profit company that promotes responsible management of the worldās forests. So, if you find your wooden frame is rotting, decaying or just that bit too brittle than you like, you can replace your deck chair with the reassurance that it is sustainably sourced.
A reason for a decomposing deck chair could also be that you have not painted or varnished it. Varnishing or painting your deck chair creates a shield from the elements. When moisture meets the deckchair frame, paint or varnish prevents the water from trickling in, giving you the chance to clean the frame before the rotting occurs.
Once youāve replaced your deck chair, we would recommend rubbing it down with Linseed oil or Danish oil annually to increase the lifespan of the frame. Linseed oil is a very lightweight protective ingredient used to finish wood, it dries gradually as it absorbs into the openings of the wood, leaving a polished finish.Ā
Besides, after being stretched and sat on for years the fabric will naturally deteriorate, this would include damage such as unpicked threads, rips, holes, and stains; providing you with more reason to refresh and replace your deckchair. Our deck chairs are made with a durable polyester canvas which is considerably better for battling the elements and the general wear and tear a deck chair inevitably has to endure, than a material canvas devoid of a polyester base. The best resistance a polyester canvas can have is appropriate deck chair care. However, when the fabric begins to become damaged, repairing it only increases its lifespan for a short period until the only answer will be to replace your deck chair. Once you do replace your deck chair make sure you do not leave it to bask in the sun if you are not using it, clean it immediately after a mishap occurs, store it in a dry place when not in use, and varnish that frame! This will extend the lifespan of it for longer than you would think so that you wonāt need to replace your deck chair for a long, long time.
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Once you do decide itās time to replace your deck chair, we would recommend taking a browse at our broad range - including our Harbour Housewares Folding Wooden and Metal varieties, which come in an array of bold colours and striking stripes, meaning youāre sure to find one which fits your deck chair needs.
I hope you enjoyed reading this blog and you enjoy many scorching summer days on your delightful deck chairs.
If you do decide itās time to replace your deck chair or you choose to purchase your first, please tag us at @rinkithome on Instagram or use the hashtag #rinkithome because we love to see your pictures!
As always, thank you for reading.
Love Helena, and the Rinkit Team.