About our product
We have chosen quality supplies to make a product that will last. Beginning with Cabinet
Grade birch plywood for its smooth surface to enhance the hand painted details. We chose
1/2 inch wood to keep warping to a minimum. There will be very little (inconspicuous) warping,
and in most cases none at all.
The vivid colors are accomplished with quality acrylic paints, and a very dependable clear
Polyurethane sealer that is compatible with the paints we use.
With proper care and a minimum of maintenance , your yard art selections can be enjoyed
for many years. The original coat of sealant will protect the piece from the weather and
sun fading. However, over time, the outdoor elements will erode this initial sealant, and it
will require resealing. This can be done with an inexpensive spray can of non-yellowing
polyurethane.
When your order arrives, it will include a maintenance sheet to explain the proper care.
We have a unique mounting procedure that uses a steel rod and a mounting bracket. Due to
the weight of the steel rod, and the possibility of damage to the item during shipping, I do
not furnish the rod. However, it is readily available at Farm Supply Stores or Building
Supply stores such as Lowe's or Home Depot. Just ask for 3/8 inch concrete re-bar. You will need
about a 2 foot stake for most items, but the taller pieces will take about 2 1/2 feet.
Grade birch plywood for its smooth surface to enhance the hand painted details. We chose
1/2 inch wood to keep warping to a minimum. There will be very little (inconspicuous) warping,
and in most cases none at all.
The vivid colors are accomplished with quality acrylic paints, and a very dependable clear
Polyurethane sealer that is compatible with the paints we use.
With proper care and a minimum of maintenance , your yard art selections can be enjoyed
for many years. The original coat of sealant will protect the piece from the weather and
sun fading. However, over time, the outdoor elements will erode this initial sealant, and it
will require resealing. This can be done with an inexpensive spray can of non-yellowing
polyurethane.
When your order arrives, it will include a maintenance sheet to explain the proper care.
We have a unique mounting procedure that uses a steel rod and a mounting bracket. Due to
the weight of the steel rod, and the possibility of damage to the item during shipping, I do
not furnish the rod. However, it is readily available at Farm Supply Stores or Building
Supply stores such as Lowe's or Home Depot. Just ask for 3/8 inch concrete re-bar. You will need
about a 2 foot stake for most items, but the taller pieces will take about 2 1/2 feet.
The mounting bracket will be included.
Shipping Information
We will be using two primary modes of shipping....Post Office Priority or United Parcel Service
ground. My shopping cart is set up so that you may choose if you have a preference. Otherwise,
I will choose the one that , in my opinion, is the least expensive, or the best choice for your order.
In some cases, the total size of the package will mean using United Parcel Service because the
Post Office sizes are more restrictive and their surcharges are higher. Since both have rules
about "Density Weight" or Billable Weight", in a few cases there may be a surcharge involved.
I will choose the one that , in my opinion, is the least expensive, or the best choice for your order.
In some cases, the total size of the package will mean using United Parcel Service because the
Post Office sizes are more restrictive and their surcharges are higher. Since both have rules
about "Density Weight" or Billable Weight", in a few cases there may be a surcharge involved.
If you want to see the estimated shipping cost, just add the item to the cart, and type in your
Zip Code. The shopping cart will give you the shipping cost. This may vary slightly I can't be
sure of the exact weight of the packaging until the package is ready for shipping. However,
I will attempt to be as accurate as possible., as my intent is not to make a profit on the
sure of the exact weight of the packaging until the package is ready for shipping. However,
I will attempt to be as accurate as possible., as my intent is not to make a profit on the
shipping. The cost of any insurance needed will also be part of your cost. Unfortunately, along
tighter size restrictions, UPS has also come up with "Billable Weight" . This means that if the
weight of the package is not as heavy as the average package of the dimensions, they will use
Billable Weight instead of actual weight. This is automatically figured into the shipping charge.
I do not like it, but have no control over the charge. An example of Billable weight is the New
Nativity set. Actual shipping weight is 35 pounds, but using the measurements of the package,
the "billable weight" is 58 pounds, so that is what they charge for.
I will give you an estimated shipping date at the time you order. We usually have a few things in
stock, and, if that is the case, the order will be shipped within 2-3 days, but on other items, it will
vary, and could be 4-6 weeks. But if time is important,you can email me before you order, and we
can let you know if we have what you want in stock.
If you have any questions concerning any of this information, please email
me using Yard Art as the subject
stock, and, if that is the case, the order will be shipped within 2-3 days, but on other items, it will
vary, and could be 4-6 weeks. But if time is important,you can email me before you order, and we
can let you know if we have what you want in stock.
If you have any questions concerning any of this information, please email
me using Yard Art as the subject
