Zest 4 Leisure

As a company owned by a recognised member of the timber industry, Zest 4 Leisure is highly regarded as the best in the business. The company was formally launched in 2005 and... Show more

As a company owned by a recognised member of the timber industry, Zest 4 Leisure is highly regarded as the best in the business. The company was formally launched in 2005 and is the proud manufacturer of a large number of wooden garden accessories including planters, gazebos and garden benches. All products are designed with three key components as their foundations; quality, innovation and dedication to customer service. Plus, all wood is environmentally sourced and in stock at Hayes Garden World at competitive prices. The right arch or gazebo can provide a focal point, divide your garden into distinct rooms and gave you another opportunity to cram in even more plants. The benches and arbours can be sited at an advantageous spot where you can sit and admire your hard work, grow scented climbers over the arbour or place pots of scented David Austin shrub roses beside your bench for an extra sensory experience. Our outdoor plant nursery here at the store in Ambleside has a constantly changing palette of seasonal bedding plants, herbaceous, shrubs, trees, vegetables and fruit, with the hardy stock carrying a 5-year plant guarantee. If you need gardening advice, can't find that perfect plant for a problem spot why not visit us and seek the help of our experienced nursery staff.

FAQ

Keith Laird. Keith has worked at Hayes for most of his working life so is perfectly suited to knowing exactly what garden furniture our customers find
most appealing. As a member of a buying group he can negotiate prices with our suppliers to ensure our customers get the best possible deal. He sources the garden furniture from only the very best manufacturers so you can be sure your garden furniture will endure.

How long do wooden garden benches last?

A solid teak garden bench could last as long as 50 years if treated and cared for properly. Softwoods like pine may not last as long but with good care could last around 10 years. As with any outdoor furniture, how well you look after your bench will make a difference to the lifespan. If it is kept covered and regularly cleaned and treated, you will get the maximum number of years from it.

How do I look after my garden bench?

How you care for your garden bench will come down to the type of material it is, and how much time you want to spend on it. Low maintenance options may only need a wash with soap and water every so often. For wooden benches that need treating, you may need to scrub them with a stiff brush to clean them off before applying treatments. Metal benches with any chips can be touched up with some nail varnish or car spray paint for a quick fix.

What wood is used for garden benches?

Garden benches are made from many different types of wood, such as softwoods like redwood or hardwoods like teak. Hardwoods can withstand unpredictable weather slightly better than softwoods, and can fade naturally for a rustic look. Softwoods fare better when treated and some types of softwood are less prone to cracking. Softwoods are generally a more cost effective option and can be more sustainable

What Are the Benefits of Wooden Furniture?

Wooden furniture sets are a great option for long-lasting outdoor furniture, particularly hardwood sets such as teak furniture sets. Solid teak is high in oil content and is designed to withstand harsh weather, even whilst uncovered, such as in the winter months. Teak furniture also requires little maintenance, just give it a good brush, and wash it down with warm soapy water once a year or when dirty.

Does my Zest product need treating?

Your Zest product is either made from pressure treated timber or acacia wood which means that it should not need any treatment in this period. After this period you can treat it with a dedicated product to prevent any water ingress.