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{"id":1793,"date":"2016-08-07T08:33:56","date_gmt":"2016-08-07T08:33:56","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/mccreerys.blogs.eprevue.net\/?p=1793"},"modified":"2019-05-09T23:23:28","modified_gmt":"2019-05-09T23:23:28","slug":"going-tropical-with-wicker-and-rattan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mccreerys.com\/blog\/2016\/08\/07\/going-tropical-with-wicker-and-rattan\/","title":{"rendered":"Going Tropical with Wicker and Rattan"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"attachment_1794\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" ><a href=\"http:\/\/mccreerys.blogs.eprevue.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2016\/08\/BLOG-10.-Hooker-Furniture-Bedroom-Windward-King-Raffia-Bed.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-large wp-image-1794\" src=\"http:\/\/mccreerys.blogs.eprevue.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2016\/08\/BLOG-10.-Hooker-Furniture-Bedroom-Windward-King-Raffia-Bed-1024x861.jpg\" alt=\"Hooker Furniture Bedroom Windward King Raffia Bed\" width=\"1024\" height=\"861\" \/><\/a><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Hooker Furniture Bedroom Windward King Raffia Bed<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Wicker is often viewed as a material but, in essence, it is a term that is often used to describe a category of man-made or natural materials that are woven. This can be rattan, cane, willow, rush, reed, resins, grasses, splints and vinyl.<\/p>\n<p>Wicker can also be the term used to describe the weaving process itself. Wickerwork is known as an ancient technique that is applied using natural materials. These materials are often made wet so that they can be subjected to the weaving procedure.<\/p>\n<p>Apart from natural materials like rattan, wicker can also be created using synthetic materials like resin or vinyl.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Wicker Furniture Benefits <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You might be deliberating on what makes wicker furniture the best solution for your home. First, choosing wicker furnishings means owning a lightweight design element; while you can move it around easily, it is sturdy enough to accommodate people of different shapes and sizes.<\/p>\n<p>Wicker is also durable especially the pieces that are made from rattan. Reed and bamboo furniture pieces are strong, too. Wicker with metal frames is even sturdier and is comparable with those made synthetically like resin.<\/p>\n<p>Wicker is also famous for being flexible. It can come in various colors such as black, brown, tan, white, even olive green. Homeowners have the leeway to add colorful cushions to make the wicker chairs more stylish.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_1795\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" ><a href=\"http:\/\/mccreerys.blogs.eprevue.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2016\/08\/BLOG-10.-Fine-Furniture-Design-Living-Room-Cottage-Wicker-Arm-Chair-3222-03-1053.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-large wp-image-1795\" src=\"http:\/\/mccreerys.blogs.eprevue.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2016\/08\/BLOG-10.-Fine-Furniture-Design-Living-Room-Cottage-Wicker-Arm-Chair-3222-03-1053-1024x767.jpg\" alt=\" Fine Furniture Design Living Room Cottage Wicker Arm Chair 3222-03-1053\" width=\"1024\" height=\"767\" \/><\/a><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Fine Furniture Design Living Room Cottage Wicker Arm Chair 3222-03-1053<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>Different Wicker Options <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The first kind that you might want to look into is cane. This is made from rattan\u2019s peeled bark. The strips of bark or the skin are cut into uniform strips. What is achieved is an end product that can be used as a sturdy material for the backs and seats of chairs. Cane can also be used for the legs of tables and chairs.<\/p>\n<p>Another type of wicker is rattan. This is a common material that is used in manufacturing stylish wicker pieces. Rattan comes from the climbing palm named Calamus. This grows at about 36 inches each day which makes it a fast-growing furniture resource. Apart from the skin eventually processed as cane, rattan is then cut to different sizes of reeds. These can be used for wickerwork because of its durability, strength and resilience.<\/p>\n<p>The third type is called reed. This is actually the pithy interior of a rattan. It can be processed to different sizes and shapes like wedge, flat or round.<\/p>\n<p>Another type is what\u2019s known as willow. This is a natural U.S. and Europe material that is commonly used in weaving. It can be harvested from willow shrubs and trees. They are blonde and have small knots right where the offshoots have been removed during processing.<\/p>\n<p>Add to this list the ever-famous bamboo. This comes from the grass family which features an outer bark that may be less weather resistant so you just have to use it inside your home. Bamboo is the best material for homeowners who want the classic look of wicker without having to spend too much.<\/p>\n<p>Traditional wicker coming from natural materials is the best pieces to use as indoor furniture. They are your best choice for living room, bedroom, and dining room pieces. They can also be used outside your home but just make sure that you fortify them against moisture and the glaring heat of the sun.<\/p>\n<p>Synthetic wicker has recently emerged because of the growing demand for sturdy yet inexpensive wicker furniture. Vinyl and resin are made from plastic yet they can also be cut into different sizes and shapes just like the natural materials. There is no better wicker furniture for the outdoors than this last kind of wicker material.<\/p>\n<p>So, have you made your choice?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wicker is often viewed as a material but, in essence, it is a term that is often used to describe a category of man-made or natural materials that are woven. This can be rattan, cane, willow, rush, reed, resins, grasses, splints and vinyl. 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