Summertime is the peak time of the year for families and kids to enjoy the outdoors. Get your house's outdoor furniture serviced and get ready for enjoyable outdoor free time.

Why should we buy children’s outdoor furniture?

In an increasingly digital world, it’s no surprise that children are spending less and less time outdoors. With parents turning to technology like television, computers and tablets as a form of entertainment for their kids, outdoor activities have become obsolete. This lack of fresh air, exercise and exposure to the environment can take a toll on children’s health in the long run. 

But there is still hope – one way to encourage kids to get outside is with beautiful and comfortable outdoor furniture specifically designed for them. Not only will this help attract children into playing outdoors, but being outside has a great benefit, for it boosts immunity, accelerates metabolism, and improves vision. Vitamin D is also produced while spending time in the sunshine, making time outside highly beneficial.

How to choose a good kid’s furniture?

There are a couple of lists to go through when we are buying kids’ outdoor furniture. Here are some of them:

Security, strength and durable

Choosing the right outdoor furniture for kids can be a tricky task. Ensuring that it is safe and comfortable should always be top of mind when shopping for kids’ outdoor furniture. Safety should start with construction, using materials that are made from sturdy but comfortable materials and avoiding any sharp edges or corners. 

Strength and durability are also important factors to consider when choosing outdoor furniture for kids; you want pieces that will last and not need to be replaced easily due to wear or tear. Look for pieces with non-slip surfaces, strong frames, and stable legs – these features help provide extra security while playing outdoors. Children often use their furniture in creative ways which could lead to injury if the furniture isn’t secure enough. It is recommended that you refrain from purchasing tables or chairs that can be wild animal traps. Foldable furniture is less stable, and this can fall over unexpectedly.

Lastly, comfort is key; well-designed outdoor pieces provide optimal support so kids can use them comfortably over long periods without getting tired easily. For a kid to feel at ease and want to play outdoors, the furniture must be comfortable to use. Metal and plastic furniture looks attractive and colorful, but in the heat, they heat up more than wooden ones.

Children's furniture must adhere to certain safety standards mandated by the European Directives for the safety of children's furniture. This is critical to keep in mind when purchasing children's tables and chairs.

Ergonomics

Child-friendly furniture is enjoyable for your child to use. This means that the child finds it easy to pull up from the chair and read the table without having difficulty doing so and if the table is not too high or too level.

When it comes to buying furniture, the basic principle is to maintain certain rules of furniture ergonomics. Ergonomics is the study of how people interact with their environment and how this affects their health, comfort and performance. To ensure optimal comfort for both children and adults when sitting in a chair or on a couch, it is important to keep certain rules in mind. 

First, the seat should be such that your feet are firmly planted on the ground and that your legs should be bent at a 90-degree angle. Then measure the height of that chair/bench.

The second rule of ergonomics for children states that the table behind the chair should be 20-25 cm higher than the seat so that your child can keep their feet comfortably under it.

Attractive

Not only does it need to be durable and reliable, but it also needs to be attractive enough to inspire playtime. Natural wood furnishings provide a great starting point that can grow with the child as they get older. Parents can repaint the furniture when their children become bored of the same look, or add cushions and accessories for a more comfortable feel. 

Suitable for outdoor use

The right kid's outdoor furniture should look like an extension of the home, inviting your children to explore and enjoy spending time outdoors while surrounded by beautiful decor designed just for them. Quality pieces will stand up well against weather conditions, so you don't have to worry about replacing them after every season. Durable materials such as teak or cedar are ideal and offer natural textures that won't fade over time with exposure to sunlight or moisture.

Last but not least, besides the furniture, you can also add a kid’s playground in your backyard, such as monkey bars, cubby houses, swing sets, trampolines, and much more! This will definitely bring joy to the kids as well as add value and aesthetics to your backyard. Family time will be merrier!