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{"id":3726,"date":"2017-06-06T08:00:24","date_gmt":"2017-06-06T08:00:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/mccreerys.blogs.eprevue.net\/?p=3726"},"modified":"2017-06-17T06:54:22","modified_gmt":"2017-06-17T06:54:22","slug":"metal-furniture-a-star-in-its-own-right","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mccreerys.com\/blog\/2017\/06\/06\/metal-furniture-a-star-in-its-own-right\/","title":{"rendered":"Metal Furniture: A Star In Its Own Right"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"attachment_3859\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" ><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3859\" src=\"http:\/\/mccreerys.blogs.eprevue.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2017\/06\/BLOG-2.-Century-Furniture-Living-Room-Lamp-Table-Bronze-SF5476.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"384\" height=\"288\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Century Furniture Living Room Lamp Table &#8211; Bronze SF5476<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Metal is always made synonymous with one term and this is <em>utilitarian<\/em>. Yet metal furniture is a lot more than this nowadays. It has developed quite a popularity for a number of reasons including streamlined design and sturdiness. Wood may remain popular because of its classic look but there are also reasons to choose metal pieces. Here are some \u2013<\/p>\n<p><strong>Style <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Believe it or not, metal furniture pieces are stylish. Their manufacturers are constantly working hard in creating pieces that combine both aesthetics and function. There are those that look like wood. There are also those that have laminated drawer faces which can change the basic metal piece into something close to a masterpiece, aesthetically speaking that is.<\/p>\n<p>While most furniture made with metal is fused with other materials, especially wood, it is still a material that can stand on its own. Your options include primary colors or the custom paints that can be easily applied on metallic surfaces. Paint application is a breeze because you won\u2019t have to worry about wood grains and variations in wood color.<\/p>\n<p>Painted metal surfaces have a <em>standard <\/em>color that is uniformly applied throughout. This means it can be your perfect base hue for your chosen color scheme.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Low Maintenance <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>There are a lot of scientific evidence pointing to the fact that metal deters bugs better than any wood furniture. It also allows easier cleanup while being able to tolerate pesticides.<\/p>\n<p>All these are possible because metal does not have an absorbent surface. Metal furniture still has folds, bends as well as board areas, though, so you still have to fortify it by pest proofing it. These are nooks that little creatures could build a home in so pest proof your metal furniture pieces.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Strength<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>What could be more durable than the <em>already extremely durable<\/em> metal furniture? Metal furniture pieces are considered as the work horse of the furniture industry. These can tolerate extreme weather as well as extreme use. Metal, therefore, is the perfect material for homes that have many inhabitants. Think of dormitories and transient homes. The applications for metal furniture in these habitats are quite numerous.<\/p>\n<p>Metal cases can also include storage under the bed, chest of drawers, and the nightstands.<\/p>\n<p>Metal finishes are also often beautifully sealed which is why they can withstand heavy use. Just learn to take care of metal furniture such as keeping drink rings at bay, etc.<\/p>\n<p>Metal finish that gets damaged is no problem at all \u2013 there are now many DIY patch kits that will help you create a new look for your metal furniture.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_3860\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" ><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-large wp-image-3860\" src=\"http:\/\/mccreerys.blogs.eprevue.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2017\/06\/BLOG-2.-METAL-CANOPY-QUEEN-BED.-biltmore-1024x768.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">This Metal Canopy Queen Bed from the Biltmore Collection is the default focal point of any romantic bedroom.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>Not Too Pricey <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Compared to other materials, metal is definitely a lot cheaper even with its highest quality.<\/p>\n<p>The best metal furniture pieces may have a higher asking price than its wood counterparts yet the upside here is that you can count on metal to last 15 years or more. Don\u2019t be surprised to find out that most metal furniture collections offer warranties which will cover regular use for up to 10 years.<\/p>\n<p>Metal may require a bigger upfront investment but you won\u2019t have to replace it for many, many years so the price is actually relative.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Great for Outdoors Use <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Using metal furniture outdoors is highly advisable because it is durable. It also offers a long-term solution when it comes to the perfect look that you would want to achieve outside of your home.<\/p>\n<p>The patio would do well to have metal furniture sets instead of wood since you won\u2019t have to worry about snow or rain damage. The blazing heat of the sun also won\u2019t become a concern.<\/p>\n<p>Typically, all you need to do is to wash the metal furniture with a dishwashing detergent mix and you\u2019re done.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Metal is always made synonymous with one term and this is utilitarian. Yet metal furniture is a lot more than this nowadays. It has developed quite a popularity for a number of reasons including streamlined design and sturdiness. 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