Wooden Garden Chairs, Swings & Benches

What You Should Know before You Buy a Wooden Garden Swing

You may enjoy whiling away the hours on a cosy porch. Perhaps you are looking for the perfect swing for your garden. You will be happy to know that eBay's user-friendly website has a large selection of wooden garden swings for you to choose from, and here is what you need to know before you make your purchase.

There are two main types of wooden garden swings. Hanging chairs can be oval or round and are either suspended from above or placed on a stand. Benches are usually stationary swings and may have features such as canopies and armrests. Hanging chairs are ideal for use in corners and in settings where space is limited. Benches are better suited for porches, gardens, decks, and patios where space needs might not be quite as critical.

It may be possible to find used and refurbished garden swings, and purchasing this type of item can provide substantial savings. If you are unable to locate a used swing, it may be possible for you to purchase accessories that will allow you to continue using a garden swing you already own. eBay offers a selection of frames and stands that you can use with an existing swing. You can add comfort to your garden bench by adding a pad or a set of cushions for easier seating. When available, used items can be a great way to acquire a vintage garden swing or bench at an affordable price.

Some garden swings have unique features, such as awnings, canopies, or umbrellas. Whether the swing is a hanging chair or a bench, most garden swings tend to have certain characteristics in common. The following list describes key features that different styles of garden swings typically share:

• Material - Swings are often made of pine, oak, or maple. Other woods that are sometimes used include cedar and poplar.
• Suspension - Swinging chairs are often suspended from ropes, chains, or pulleys. Garden benches can swing back and forth from hinges or glide horizontally on a sliding frame.
• Seating - A garden swing can seat from one to four people. Swings that hold more than four people are relatively uncommon.
• Width - Most two-person benches have an average width of about 1.0 to 1.2m. Three-person benches are approximately 1.2 to 1.4m wide.