Quite often it happens that balconies in the apartments of our fellow citizens play an unsightly role of a storehouse of various trash. Many do not even think about the fact that this is part of their apartment, which can be skillfully used. This small, but by no means superfluous space can be masterfully disposed of.
Furniture for a balcony can give it an atmosphere of comfort and coziness. A well-designed and decorated balcony is the decoration of any home. Before buying furniture, you should decide on the purpose of the balcony. Will it serve you as a warehouse for storing unnecessary things or will it become a place of relaxation and pleasant pastime.
If you still want to use the balcony as an additional storage room, then it must be equipped accordingly. In this case, multifunctional furniture with a large number of drawers, shelves and nightstands is selected for the balcony. It can have both sliding and swing doors - the choice depends on the area of the balcony. Shelves are acceptable, both open and closed - it depends on your wishes.
If you want to equip a balcony as a resting place, then the approach to choosing furniture should be different. In this case, a table, two chairs or comfortable chairs, a wardrobe must be present, you can use a rocking chair or deck chair. The texture of this furniture can be varied. It can be wooden, glass, equipped with lighting, which will add charm to the design of the balcony. In any case, it should be comfortable, allowing you to feel comfortable, relax and have a good rest in the fresh air.
Do not forget about the color scheme, choosing furniture for the balcony. It should not be too dark, since dark colors can contribute to the growth of nervous tension. Most preferred are light green, light blue, pink colors. They will not annoy and bore you. It relaxes the look of a natural tree. In any case, the furniture should be in harmony with the walls. Such combinations should not be aggressive.
Furniture for the balcony must meet certain characteristics. Mandatory moisture resistance. This is especially important if the balcony is not insulated. Laminated chipboard or veneered boards are ideal. Of course, glass furniture for a balcony will look great.
What to do if its area is too small, and you want to create a cozy and comfortable atmosphere? There is an exit! Folding furniture for a balcony will help you. She will save free space. Folding tables, chairs and sun loungers are now available.
Wicker furniture for the balcony is very practical to use - it is lightweight, not afraid of temperature and humidity. She has practically no flaws. This balcony furniture (see the photo in our article) is able to recover from changes in temperature and high humidity, which makes it ideal for arranging an open balcony.
Do not forget about the need to decorate the balcony with fresh flowers - they will revive its appearance, and you will be uplifted.