Picnic furniture, how to choose a reliable design and material

There are few people who do not like to relax in nature. Some prefer fishing and hunting, others - arrange holidays and spend weekends in the forest or on the shore of the reservoir. Special furniture for a picnic is an indispensable attribute of such events; it allows you to enjoy outdoor recreation with comfort. Folding tables, chairs, armchairs are mobile, comfortable and lightweight.

The main differences

Picnic furniture sets include: tables, benches, chairs, portable sun loungers, camping kitchens, hammocks. Products can be purchased as a set or individually. Small kits are sold in special boxes. Folding tables are designed for a load of about 30 kg, folding chairs and chairs - about 90 kg. Adjustable legs allow you to set a comfortable seat height, table surface. The protective covers included in the kit prevent dirt, textile elements, provide additional softness and warmth.

The main advantages of picnic furniture include:

The weight of portable furniture is much less than home. They are made of light materials: plastic, thin wooden battens, metal profiles with textiles;
Folded products are small in size. They are easy to carry, carry in the trunk of a car or public transport;
Despite the simple design, the furniture is comfortable when unfolded. You can sit in chairs or eat at the table for a long time;
Affordable cost. The use of inexpensive materials and simple assembly ensure the low cost of finished products;
Long service life of furniture. It is designed for use on uneven surfaces, therefore it is durable.

Exterior design is offered in various colors, with the use of different fabrics. Models fit into the natural landscape, creating coziness, comfort.

Varieties

The main groups of furniture for picnics include: tables, chairs, armchairs, deck chairs. Consider these categories of products in more detail.

Chairs and armchairs

In order not to sit on the ground or a plaid, folding chairs are used. Models have 2 varieties: with and without armrests. Products with hand rests provide maximum comfort and relaxation. Sitting in them is comfortable for a long time. On chairs without armrests, a person with wider hips can sit. Unfolding transformers form a chair with a small table. They can replace standard table + chair sets.

The frame of chairs and chairs consists of aluminum or steel pipes with anti-slip pads. If the connecting elements are twisted poorly, the product may develop during operation. Chairs can be installed near tables or in any convenient place. They are used during fishing, sunbathing, reading outdoors. If necessary, you can use folding chairs at home, for example, during a big holiday, when there is not enough home furniture. The advantage of folding products is the ability to replace or repair a broken part of the frame.

Another option for picnic chairs is plastic. They are light in weight, but do not add up, so it is difficult to carry them far from home. Such models are inexpensive, but the service life is 2-3 seasons. Plastic loses its strength from constant exposure to ultraviolet radiation, temperature extremes and high humidity. Plastic products are designed for medium loads, presented in a wide range of colors. If a leg or backrest breaks in a chair, then it is impossible to restore them.

Stools

Backless chairs or stools take up minimal space. Their cost is low, so they are very popular. The average weight of a folding stool made of metal and textile is 1.2-1.4 kg. Some models have anti-slip pads, which increase the stability of the legs on wet soil. The recommended load on the stool seat is 80-90 kg. People with high weight are not recommended to use them. Stools usually come in sets with tables, but can be bought separately. To increase the resistance of the legs to corrosion, they are covered with a special layer of polymers.

Tables

A set of furniture for a picnic necessarily includes a table. It can have one of the following designs:

Plastic products with a sliding frame are multifunctional. When folded, the table does not take up much space, suitable for a snack of a small company. If the picnic is designed for many people, then the product simply moves apart and is installed in the right place. The table top of these models is flat and not afraid of getting wet;
Another option is a table with a frame made of aluminum pipes and countertops made of MDF, fiberboard, plastic. The width of the countertop is usually 60 cm, the length in the unfolded form is 120-150 cm. Such models of tables withstand a load of up to 30 kg. If the countertop is made of fiberboard, then the recommended load is not more than 15 kg. For tables with plastic worktops, the optimum load is 20 kg.

Some table models have pockets for small items, cutlery and additional accessories. They are fixed under the countertop, increase usability.

Sun loungers

Products are designed to rest in a reclining position. The number of options for fixing the height of the back is 4-8. Textiles for a deck chair are chosen durable, with a uniform or mesh structure. The design provides for a metal frame with wide armrests. They are fixed plastic or wooden lining streamlined shape with holes for cup holders or without them.

To prevent the neck from getting tired, in expensive models there are soft head restraints that have a rounded shape. If necessary, the head restraints can be easily removed. The average weight of a deck chair is 4.5-7.5 kg. It can withstand loads up to 120 kg. For maximum comfort, some models are equipped with awnings.

Design Features and Materials

Picnic tables have all-metal construction. The main material is aluminum; in more expensive models, steel is used. Additionally, tables can be equipped with a shelf for dishes, racks. The table top when folded forms a box for storage and transportation of furniture. Some folding mechanisms are used in several positions. Also, tables can be fully untwisted and packaged in a cover for transportation.

The design of chairs and chairs for a picnic is a frame made of aluminum pipes that are interconnected. The seat and backrest is a piece of durable textile, it is fixed to the legs. An alternative to fabric in the manufacture of a seat is a wooden or plastic cover. In places with increased loads, textiles are sealed with nylon inserts with high tensile strength.

Wood or wicker products are durable and reliable. Their service life is 5-7 seasons. Such pieces of furniture with backs are suitable not only for holidays in nature, but also for fishing. The frame can be a metal profile, wooden slats are fixed to it, forming a seat and back. Wicker chairs and sun loungers are comfortable and aesthetically attractive. Most often, models of non-separable construction are designed for use without changing the location. Wicker products made of natural materials have a high cost, require delicate handling and regular care.

For the manufacture of countertops, not ordinary plastic is used, but a special variety, for example, Arcobaleno. It differs in shock resistance, resistance to the action of detergents and chemical compounds, damage to cutlery. To increase the durability of the countertops, it is edged with a steel frame.

How to choose a quality model

For folding furniture to serve for a long time, you need to correctly calculate the planned load. The necessary information is on product labels and sewn tags. If the recommended load is not indicated, it is recommended to clarify the necessary parameters with the sellers. If the average weight of people who will use chairs does not exceed 90 kg, then all standard models are suitable. For a heavier company, you need to purchase products with reinforced frames.

Preferably, the chairs have a protective mechanism to prevent arbitrary folding. All fasteners must be tightened firmly, the design is stable, reliable. To verify the functioning of the transformation mechanism, the product must be folded and unfolded. The legs and frame of tables, chairs, armchairs should be coated with anti-corrosion compounds. The cheapest option is oil paint. Coating extends product life.

When choosing a product configuration, determine the desired purpose:

For fishing, barbecue in nature, closed-loop models are preferred. Straight legs will quickly bind in moist soil or sand;
If furniture is planned to be used in winter, then plastic models are not suitable;
Products intended for picnics on the veranda, paved paths of the garden should have special rubberized tips.

When operating furniture near a fire, sparks can get into the textile seats. If the basis of the fabric is synthetic, then holes form immediately from the hot sparks. Preference should be given to products where textiles are used on a cotton basis. It will have antistatic properties, ensuring normal air exchange of the body and being more protected from ash. When choosing a table, the need for transportation is taken into account. If the table is designed for picnics in the garden, then choose models with a solid tabletop. They will be stronger and withstand more weight. In the case when you need to transport a table, models with folding worktops are an appropriate option. When assembled, the table should fit in the trunk of a car.

When buying sets of furniture for a picnic, you can solve the problem associated with the organization of a comfortable resting place. It will take only a few minutes to disassemble and assemble the products. Their storage, transportation also does not cause difficulties.