Tropical atmosphere in the home and garden: artificial rattan furniture

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Rattan, polyrottan, artificial rattan

Rattan, poly-rattan or artificial rattan are the names of a material widely known among designers, builders and other lovers of stylish solutions in the interior and beyond. rattan and polyrattan , and they make wonderful accessories. Some manage to make toys and even covers for notebooks and albums out of it.

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Artificial rattan: the best choice for a summer house

Garden furniture made of artificial rattan is of good quality, durability, beautiful appearance and a wide variety of shapes and colors. It will become a real decoration of your summer cottage and will harmoniously fit into any design. Furniture looks especially good in various variations of rustic style, be it Provence or country. However, it would also be appropriate in a luxurious interior decorated in a colonial or classic style.

The cost of the material and furniture made from it is quite affordable and affordable for a buyer with average income. An important point is that when buying furniture from a line of one manufacturer, it is not necessary to take a full set of garden furniture made of artificial rattan. You can select only a few elements, randomly arranging them in the interior or purchasing them as needed.

It is easy to make such furniture with your own hands, while further reducing costs. All the necessary materials can be purchased at a regular hardware store, where buying rattan for weaving furniture is also not difficult. Currently, wicker furniture made from artificial rattan is becoming very popular. It captivates with its attractive appearance and original design.

Production and sale of artificial rattan for weaving furniture

Our specialists have long paid attention to this promising material, studied the technology for a long time, gained experience and now produce artificial rattan and polyrattan in Chelyabinsk, sending it throughout Russia to Moscow, Yekaterinburg, Perm, Kazan, Krasnodar and other cities.

You can choose any section from the proposed ones: crescent, strip, rod.

Standard colors : black, white, wenge (dark brown), chocolate (light brown), beige, baked milk, yellow, coffee with milk,

For orders over 50 kg, we can produce technorattan (polyrottan) in any color. Shade according to RAL table.

The minimum volume that can be ordered is 2 coils weighing 5 kg each.

Delivery is carried out throughout Russia from the terminal of the transport company. Strips of artificial rattan for weaving furniture are rolled into a bobbin, packaged and sent with our employee to the order delivery point.

Payment to a Sberbank card, to the current account of an LLC, individual entrepreneur. Call the manager in advance and inform about the chosen type of artificial rattan. The specialist will calculate the price, answer questions, help you find a carrier and agree with him on the date and time for picking up the order.

Why artificial rattan is better

Natural rattan is obtained from the stems of calamus . This is a type of palm that grows in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. Those who collect blanks approach the matter very responsibly. The height of the palm tree must be at least 8 meters and this is the minimum; some species reach 300 meters in height.

To make truly high-quality rattan threads, you need to work hard. First, the bark is removed from the trunk. Then the stems are cleaned and calibrated taking into account the diameter. Then comes the critical processing stage. The raw materials are exposed to steam and dried. The process is long and expensive, which is why rattan furniture is so expensive.

Eco-friendly and durable, looks elegant and very harmoniously complements the interior

The only and main disadvantage is that the high price makes one think of a substitute. And there is one.

Artificial rattan or polyrattan looks the same, but is obscenely cheap . The reason is the composition, there is no wood in it. The threads are formed from extruded polyethylene . Its granules are placed in a special apparatus, heated, calibrated, and cooled.

Polyrottan can be any color. The line is configured automatically; just set the parameters and select the dye. The texture and section can also be selected. Everything will take no more than two hours, depending on the volume. The final cost will please even the most thrifty buyers .

How to choose technorattan furniture for your garden

It is believed that it is not difficult to choose furniture made from artificial fiber; it is enough to visually inspect the model to understand whether it is suitable or not. Polymer pieces of furniture are not divided into classes and the name of the manufacturer is unlikely to say anything significant about their quality.

The popularity of synthetic rattan has become an indirect reason for the appearance on the market of a very large number of low-quality products.

In order for technorattan furniture to serve for a long time, it is worth taking into account the following:

• What is the frame made of ? The most popular solutions for strengthening the structure are bases made of steel, aluminum or cast plastic frames. Aluminum bases should not be thin as they are not durable. Steel frames are not advisable if the furniture is intended to be used in the garden, not under cover, as they will corrode over time.
• The degree of fiber tension in woven products . Simple pressure can determine the degree of resistance; the weave itself should not bend under pressure.
• Weave fiber density . The closer together the rattan fibers are, the stronger the product. Sometimes it is better to choose furniture with additional reinforcement located on the inside in the form of a metal mesh or other fastening elements.

Furniture made of synthetic fiber should have only one joint, only then can it be considered high quality. There should be no burrs or cracks on the surface of the products.

Comparison of natural and artificial rattan

What types of artificial rattan are the most popular?

Artificial rattan differs in shape, texture and shade. With the latter, everything is clear: the trend is black, beige, gray and brown, bright colors are also in demand.

If we talk about the form, then first of all it is worth highlighting three modifications

The rod consists of polymer inserts of varying thickness and density.

Rectangular strips have a flat structure, thickness up to 12 millimeters.

crescent shape is quite common. The streamlined shape is pleasant to the touch and original.

Separately, we note, artificial rattan with imitation of tree bark . In it, polymer fibers are connected into semicircular or oval profiles. This design is usually ordered for a country house or garden, although the wood palette looks no worse in an apartment.

The weight of products made from strip is less, from crescent more. The differences are especially noticeable if the work requires rattan with a width of 9 mm or more. In this case, we recommend using “Stripe”, it is not so voluminous.

So which rattan is better: natural or artificial?

There is no clear answer to this question. It is important to decide on your goals in advance. If you like eco-design styles, you are used to and want to use only natural products, choose furniture made from natural rattan.

By the way, it will organically fit into an interior decorated in a Scandinavian, classic, loft, Provence, or eclectic style. You just have to find out in advance everything about the properties and care features, storage rules and use in design. You will be limited in color range, but you will be able to focus on decor or textiles.

If you value practicality, comfort, love variety and unpretentious things, your choice is artificial rattan. It is ideal for modern, minimalist interiors and open spaces. Before you is a variety of textures, shades and shapes, all that remains is to think about the placement of the headset and other items. Ready-made examples from magazines, photographs on our and other sites will help with this.

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Important advantages of artificial rattan

Rattan made from polymer fibers is unpretentious, reliable and durable . Finished products also have the listed characteristics. For example, artificial rattan furniture can stand outside all season without anything significant happening to it. It will not fade, will not swell from rain, will not sag.

Particularly brave summer residents leave it to spend the winter on the site. In the spring they dig them out of the snowdrifts, clean them, dry them and use them again. Of course, you shouldn’t go to extremes. Any items, even those made of technorattan, should be put away in the house or garage during cold weather.

Production technology has made artificial rattan a real record holder for strength. Special additives and fastening components strengthen the bonds of polymers, which ensures high wear resistance of the structure. For example, a polyrattan sofa can easily support the weight of four adults.

The strips bend easily and do not lose their shape for a long time. Small masterpieces can be made in a couple of hours. That’s why people in Chelyabinsk and other cities in our country are fond of polyrattan weaving

If you look at the finished product, pay attention to the distance between the threads. The smaller it is, the stronger the weaving. Press it with your hand. Did you feel any resistance? This means that the chosen item is really high quality. If you decide to purchase raw materials separately, follow three tips.

How to make chairs, tables or armchairs from artificial rattan with your own hands

Despite all the variety of choices, it is not always possible to find a set of furniture that one hundred percent meets the design requirements or the buyer’s idea. In the case of technorattan, the solution may turn out to be simple, but quite original: you can make the necessary rattan furniture with your own hands.

You can not only buy artificial rattan garden furniture, but you can also weave it yourself

Artificial rattan is a very affordable material, available in a large selection in construction stores. Depending on your desire, you can purchase synthetic tape of any texture, size, modification and color - either indistinguishable from natural vines or with a distinctly futuristic design.

Synthetic rattan is not only durable and beautiful, but also very elastic, which distinguishes it from natural raw materials and greatly facilitates working with it.

Helpful advice! Artificial rattan is sold by weight, in kilograms. Before starting work with the material, it is necessary to calculate how much tape may be needed and purchase it in one batch (with a small margin). This will help you avoid unnecessary expenses and stock up on material of the same color, because even from the same manufacturer, there may be discrepancies in shades in different batches. On average, an artificial rattan chair requires about 2 kg of material, and a large sofa requires about 10 kg.

A plastic, wooden or metal frame can be used as a base. In the first case, you can make it yourself or order it from a carpentry workshop; in the second, you can use the base from an old chair without a seat.

Basic types of weaving, tools and work progress

When working with rattan, many types of weaving are used:

• simple;
• string;
• in three rods;
• in four rods;
• openwork.

Detailed diagrams can be found on specialized websites. It is worth noting that simple weaving is easiest for beginners to master. Even this method is represented by many options (simple straight weaving, checkerboard, inclined), which allows you to create a truly original and unique piece of furniture, especially if you combine different colors.

To prevent simple weaving from seeming boring, you can use different colors of artificial rattan

In addition to the frame and poly rattan, you will also need:

• guides (rod or tape) that are attached to the frame (it is on them that the pattern is created);
• fastenings to fix the guides to the frame;
• construction knife, wire cutters or scissors.

If the finished product has to be assembled in parts, then it is also necessary to take care of bolts or strips of leather to connect it into a single whole. The order of work consists of the following stages:

• securely fasten the guides to the frame, and for greater strength you can connect them into one or more tapes;
• cut off parts of the guides protruding beyond the frame;
• start weaving according to the pattern, constantly compacting and aligning the pattern;
• secure the end of the tape and trim off the excess.

When making furniture from artificial rattan, you should pay attention to the outer corners: the frame should not be visible

When making more complex wicker furniture from wicker (an armchair or sofa), it is worth individually braiding its elements (seat, armrests, back) with polyrattan and only at the end connecting the parts into the finished product using fasteners.

How to use polyrattan

There are many ways to use it. “You are your own craftsman, artist and creator,” say those who have at least once tried to make a chair or other rattan furniture with their own hands.

Beginning craftsmen take both old wooden chairs and completely new plastic ones as a basis. Professionals prepare a full-fledged frame. Aluminum tubes and profiles are connected by argon welding. Some people prefer copper, but it is a bit heavy and not as malleable.

First, they draw a sketch , either on their own or find a ready-made one. It is important to know the exact dimensions, so it will be easier to select materials and you will not get confused with the location. Afterwards they make the base. As a rule, they work with pipes of diameter 20 and larger. The frame is sanded, if necessary degreased and coated with a special solution. They begin weaving as soon as they are convinced of the quality of the structure.

Beginners learn on smaller objects, ottomans, stools. Having gained experience, they move on to more serious projects. Don't be afraid of mistakes. Artificial rattan is a beneficial material in this regard; shortcomings can always be eliminated. The same goes for finished copies. I got tired of the design, bought more stripes or, on the contrary, removed the excess.

The calculated size of technorattan is kilogram . Up to 1.5 kg of strips about six millimeters thick are required per square meter of product. A compact chair requires up to 5 kg, a sofa with two chairs costs 25 kg or more.

The fashion for exclusiveness, including in the interior, opens up wide scope for creative people. Anyone can master the technique of rattan weaving. You will be surprised how easily and quickly the threads are connected. You just need to practice a little and the results will not keep you waiting.

Why is artificial rattan furniture more expensive than natural rattan?

A set of Hularo rattan furniture is made by hand and undergoes mandatory strict quality control. Synthetic material is highly reliable and durable, which makes products made from it more valuable.

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