Monday, December 9, 2013

Choosing The Best Wooden Picnic Baskets


So you've decided that a great picnic basket is right for you and your family. Great! It's a decision that can help you spend more quality time with your family, turn a day out at the park into something truly memorable, and even inspire you to try out new experiences together. But the big question now is just which picnic basket to go with. Luckily, that's not that difficult of a decision.

 Wooden Picnic Basket Spring ChestTo start with, you should understand that wooden picnic baskets are just a better call in most cases. There are wicker baskets and other options as well, but many people prefer the uniqueness and the durability of wood. In many instances you can find wooden picnic baskets that are covered in fabric, but solid wood ones look great as well.

Be sure you look into just what your wooden picnic basket can hold. This means not only looking at its size, but at any additional pockets and straps it may offer. The best baskets have pouches for a bottle of wine or soda – not to mention compartments for cutlery and dinnerware. Top mounted trays are a nice option as well, and help separate food or accessories when you're on the go.

Another thing to think about is just how well-made your picnic basket is. Nothing's worse than one that won't stay closed or that can't stand up to being taken out multiple times. Be sure that you purchase a quality basket. There's no easy way to determine this, but going for name-brand baskets or looking at online reviews of them can help you narrow down your selection somewhat.

Portability is important, too. It's surprising, but some picnic baskets don't really have decent handles, and carrying them becomes a challenge. Look at the handle design of your baskets to make sure yours can be carried with ease. And remember that larger baskets can hold more, which may lead to a heavier load.

Choosing a great picnic basket is something that you need to spend time doing. Finding the best one is important for getting the right results and enjoying your time with your family, so don't just purchase the first one you come to. Spend a little bit of time shopping and weight all of your options and you'll be able to find a picnic basket that fits your needs perfectly and creates an opportunity to enjoy hours of family fun.

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