Thinking of
Buying a Wood Arbor? Here is a List of Styles
and Materials
There's nothing quite like a
wood arbor to dress up
your lawn, garden, or patio. If you're looking to
beautify your backyard, an arbor can be the easiest
way to accomplish that task. Garden arbors are both
simple and charming and they are also quite fun to
pick out – as there are a bunch of styles and
designs! The key is to find out what tone or look
you want to set for your outdoor environment and
then find the perfect arbor for it.
To begin, what is a garden arbor? Traditionally,
an arbor was an archway made of actual leaves and
branches. But today, we build our own arbors – which
are typically bordered with latticework. An arbor
can indeed look great with vines and flowers
embracing it. It can also be quite stylish to have
an arbor with no plants or vines growing on it.
An arbor can provide an interesting focal or entry
point in your garden.
Wood arbors are an especially popular choice, as
wood tends to blend in with just about anything and
thus, not take away from the natural beauty of your
backyard. There are a slew of sizes and shapes of
wooden arbors that you have to choose from. They
vary from the type of wood, the design, and the
dimensions. Here are some things to consider as you
pick out a wood arbor.
Red cedar is a durable species and a commonly
preferred wood for arbors. This is because it has a
rich glow, easy to work with and is moisture and
insect resistant. But you can also find arbors made
with other kinds of woods. What differentiates one
arbor from the next, however, is the exact arc that
it makes. Is it rounded, flat, or pointed? It's
these details that make the most difference and what
you have to look at when you are buying an arbor.
Now, let's move on to the specific styles of
wooden arbors that are available:
Many people love to buy the arbor that comes with
a love seat too. Most arbors are more stylish than
functional, but not this kind. Wood arbors, in
general, however can be strategically placed in the
yard so as to accentuate the yard's appearance.
Often, they are placed on walkways to help welcome
visitors. (So if you're looking for a literal
archway, you should make sure you make the proper
measurements so that your arbor is the right size.)
Arbors range from about three feet to seven feet
high, typically; the height you want will depend on
how you plan to use your arbor. Some arbors are
conveniently adjustable!
You can also find arbors made with the following
material:
