Tuesday, August 11, 2009

Patio Furniture Covers - A Sound Investment

You've done your research, found the right patio set, and got the best deal. Now that you've finally purchased that perfect outdoor furniture set, you want to keep it looking like new right? Well, an often over-looked solution is using patio furniture covers to protect it.

Many homeowners simply don't consider the necessity of patio furniture covers. The fact of the matter is that you can literally double the life of the furniture by covering it routinely.

The good news is that patio furniture covers are relatively inexpensive. Often, you can find the right covers for yor outdoor furniture for a couple hundred dollars or less. Not a bad price compared to the cost of replacing your furniture prematurely.

Today, there are many different materials used to manufacture covers. There are canvas, vinyl, and breathable polymer covers. Any cover is better than nothing, but vinyl or breathable polymer covers are best. Vinyl is waterproof and inexpensive -- a sound choice for most homeowners. Breathable polymer covers are also waterproof and do a very good job protecting the furniture. The major downside is the cost -- expect to pay at least twice as much for these covers.

The internet is probably the most reliable place to shop for covers. Most retail furniture cover sites offer a large selection and very reasonable pricing.

So, if you want to keep your outdoor furniture looking as good as new, patio furniture covers are the answer. They are a sound investment that is sure to pay off!

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