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Who knew a chair created almost a century ago on the edge of Lake Champlain in New York State would still be popular today? The Adirondack chair has long been a staple of outdoor furniture style lending a classic look to patios and decks everywhere.

Typically Adirondack chairs are characterized by a high arching slat back, gently sloping seat and oversized arms. But dont let that fool you into thinking that there is no variety in this style of outdoor furniture. First the backs can be in different shapes. From the classic look to shell shaped, wave shaped and beyond, altering or adding to the style of the back is one way to find variety in this style.

Another is the type of material used. Traditionally pine, thee chairs are also made from Cedar, Alder, Cypress, Shorea, Teak and Redwood as well as resin. All have different levels of durability with teak being the strongest and most weather resistant. Some of these material scan be painted and finished in different colors and styles to give you different looks from pristine white, to weathered blue.

Once youve decided on the style and color of Adirondack chairs you want, you can decide if you want one that moves or doesnt. Go for the Southern look with a couple of Adirondack rockers or perhaps a glider for a more modern look. Maybe a swing is what youre looking for to create a relaxing spot to de-stress after a long day.

Adirondack chairs arent just for you either. Get exact replicas of yours for your little ones in their favorite color and youll be an Adirondack family. Or go portable with folding Adirondack chairs and youll always have a seat on the beach or in the yard.

Sleek and modern or classic and rustic, Adirondack chairs can meet your seating needs. Get some to put around your patio table and dine with a place to put your elbows or a drink. Try a couple on their own for that cottage chic look or place one in the garden so you can admire your handiwork. No matter where you put them or how many you have, Adirondack chairs are the classic style of patio furniture. Sure over the past one hundred years this signature style has been changed up a bit. Now it is available in more colors than green or brown. You can choose from a rainbow of colors from flamingo pink to sunshine yellow. Also there is more variety in the style of the back from shell shaped to waves and wings, its Adirondack with a twist.

So, the next time that you go patio furniture shopping, make it easy by sticking with a style that is the standard in American outdoor furniture. Adirondack chairs big or small, wood or resin come in such a variety of colors and styles it is nearly impossible not to find some that match your motif. Put some Adirondack chairs on your patio and fling open your doors to enjoy the simple pleasures of summer in comfort.

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