Outdoor Rocking Chairs Can Last a Lifetime

Outdoor rocking chairs are the perfect way to spend a relaxing afternoon or evening. A rocking chair can also be a timeless treasure to pass down through many generations. Choose an outdoor rocking chair that is made to withstand the rigors of Mother Nature.

Types of wood
There are a plethora of different types of wood to select from for your outdoor wooden rocking chair. Some of the great woods often used for outdoor use are: cherry, pine, teak, oak, cedar logs, and white cedar. White cedar is probably the most popular. A cedar rocking chair is a very durable for outdoor use and will continue to look good from season to season. Cedar is not only practical for outdoor use, but it is also strong yet light in weight. This makes it easy to move your rocking chair around to the perfect location.

Cedar characteristics

Cedar absorbs and loses moisture slowly. You don't have to worry about dry cracking, splintering and swelling that you will find with other woods.
After about a year outdoors, cedar turns to a silver grey patina in most climates.
Cedar scores the highest rating by the US Forest Products Laboratory rating for decay and disease resistance.
Fresh cedar odor is a mild insect repellent.

Finishing your wood rocker
Depending on which wood type you purchase for your outdoor rocking chair, you may also want to apply a sealant or finish. Some of the types of finishes are linseed oil, paint with pigmented catalyzed polyurethane, or even polyurethane with no pigment for a natural wood looking finish.

Once you have picked out the perfect outdoor rocking chair that will last you a lifetime, it's time to sit back and relax in it. You're sure to enjoy the character and comfort that a wood rocking chair offers.

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