About the Name
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 Just south of the
nation's furniture capital, High Point, North Carolina, a small rocky stream
meanders through the quiet, rolling countryside. It flows by old farmsteads and
new neighborhoods, dead gold mines and living forests, eventually becoming the
Uwharrie River (pronounced you-WAH-ree). Ultimately, the water reaches the
Uwharrie Mountains, a small range occupied centuries ago by Native Americans
DeSoto called the Suala. The name "Uwharrie'' is attributed to them, a
conclusion supported by references in John Lawson's 1701 journal documenting a
visit to "Heighwarrie''.
Today the Uwharrie Mountains and Uwharrie National Forest are known for their
abundance of wildlife, deep recreational lakes, and peaceful, natural beauty.
The name is synonymous with rustic charm and relaxation, perhaps the best
description of the Original Uwharrie Chair.
About the Material
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A number of environmental objections plague most outdoor furniture products.
Tropical lumber harvesting devastates rainforests, old growth deforestation
threatens endangered species, and plastics disposal harms the environment.
Whether or not these alarms are overstated, the concerns behind them are valid.
Uwharrie Chair Company offers a simple alternative to imported teak, painted
metal or hardwood, and molded plastic: pressure treated pine.
The wood of choice for ski lodge decks, marina docks, and landscape walks,
treated lumber offers distinct advantages over other traditional outdoor
materials. It is insect and rot resistant, it may be stained or painted (or left
natural), and it's milled from a renewable resource: plantation grown southern
pine. Uwharrie Chair Company uses heavy, one inch thick premium grade lumber
kiln dried after it has been treated. Paints used to coat Uwharrie Chair
products are latex enamel.
About the Product
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The Original Uwharrie Chair was created to offer not only eco-friendly
all-weather seating, but classically styled, comfortably designed outdoor
accents. With their rugged good looks and solid construction, the chairs and
their companion pieces provide a balance of aesthetic charm and lifestyle
integrity.
Investors who desire seating to coordinate with existing surroundings may
choose the natural chairs, which can be stained, painted, or left to turn dark
over time. Those who prefer a splash of color to enliven their environment may
choose a selection from Uwharrie Chair's finish palette. Whatever your choice,
the rustically styled outdoor furniture crafted by Uwharrie Chair will provide
comfort and character for years to come.
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