Uwharrie Chair Co.
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
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
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.
