Brackets for balcony drawers: varieties and recommendations

Flower lovers living in the city often have a problem with growing them. The apartment does not always have enough space for flower pots, so the balcony has become a favorite place for gardeners. On the balcony you can safely fix the flowers with the help of special brackets, which are in almost any hardware store.

Fasteners for flower pots are divided into several types.

• "P" -shaped. This type of holder is considered not very convenient to use. Installed by screwing to the wall. If you choose a strong and reliable type of mount, then this will be a good option. The downside is that the brackets of this type do not differ in particular beauty and not everyone will like it.

• "T" -shaped. This type of mount is also not the most convenient and practical. It is mounted in the same way, that is, to the wall, but it has a significant difference. Such a design provides reliable fastening of the pot, but it does not look the best way. If you are willing to sacrifice convenience and beauty for the sake of durability and reliability, you should consider purchasing this bracket.

• With a hook. A much more convenient type of fasteners. Devices of this type are fixed either to the ceiling or to a special bracket. They may be less durable or resistant than those listed above, but have a more beautiful appearance. Such brackets should be purchased if there is a lot of space, since they are quite bulky.As for beauty, we can only say that with this type of fastening everything will depend only on you. There are both beautiful and not very attractive models at appropriate prices.

• Caps. A very good option for small spaces. This type of holders combines the properties of holders with a hook and "P" -shaped. Not the most expensive models on the market, but not the cheapest. The choice is large enough that you can choose a bracket that will be beautiful, reliable, and easy to use.

• Basket. Perhaps the best and most versatile option. Fasteners of this type do not require screwing to a wall or ceiling. It can be fixed both outside and inside the balcony, which is useful for those who have a balcony not very large. Pots in such fasteners sit very tight, which is also a huge plus. There are a huge number of variations of these brackets, which allows you to choose the one that will meet all your requirements.

There are many types of brackets, but it is not always easy to choose it for your needs. It is necessary to take into account some nuances, such as the material of manufacture, dimensions, type and some others.

The most convenient and versatile views are basket and cap brackets. The basket looks like a wicker basket into which a pot is inserted. The basket itself is hung either vertically by the hook or on a rod that you must screw into the wall. The cap brackets are fixed only to the wall and often look less presentable.

Fasteners can be made of many materials: wood, steel, plastic, cast iron and others. It is very important to know how the brackets of different materials differ in order to choose a product by quality, beauty or durability.

• The most common products are brackets made of wood. Such products will not be very expensive, but they should not be selected if you want to use fasteners for many years. Wooden fasteners may crack, they are afraid of moisture and pests. Another disadvantage is that they are fixed only to the wall. Other options for fasteners are not provided.

• The cheapest are plastic fasteners. In popularity, they are slightly inferior to the tree, as they are not too beautiful. But they are quite durable, if you do not often transfer them from place to place. The only thing they are afraid of is long contact with the sun's rays.

• Steel is the least popular material. Brackets made of steel are not always attractive, but quite durable. If quality fasteners were purchased, he should not be afraid of corrosion and natural influences. Price frames are about the same as wood.

• Aluminum brackets are cheaper than steel brackets, but they obviously can not be called beautiful, and they do not differ in special strength. Such products are not in great demand, because they have a low lifetime and degree of convenience. They are attached only to the wall, which further reduces their merits. Whatever budget you have, it is highly discouraged to buy such fasteners.

• Fasteners made of thread, of course, do not have much strength. They are very cheap, which is a definite plus. If your home is made in the style of a country or similar, then think about buying brackets from this material, because they are perfect for your living room. If you do not want to spend money on the finished product, you can do it yourself - for this you only need a skein of jute thread (you can safely buy for 20-30 rubles).

• Veneer is the most unpopular material. Their price is somewhat overpriced, because the veneer brackets are not very high quality and reliable. They are afraid of movement, moisture and unstable to any weather conditions.They are made in the form of wicker baskets, which, although they look attractive, do not beat their price. They are suitable strictly for use inside an apartment or house, but in no case on the street (they literally deteriorate from everything).

• The most expensive metal brackets are made of cast iron. It is the forged cast-iron products that are becoming the most desirable for many gardeners. Their charm is that such brackets are often made to order according to your sketches, which makes it possible to create any image. Cast iron brackets are not afraid of natural influences, the sun.

When it comes to the versatility of the bracket, immediately pay attention to the wooden and steel models. Most of these products are made in such a way that they can fit almost any pot, and sometimes even a special stand is provided (when it is not in the kit you have to buy it yourself). At the same time, do not forget that in most cases, choosing universality, you sacrifice beauty. It’s better to carefully measure your pot and choose a bracket based on these measurements.

Now you should analyze what weather conditions are in your area of ​​residence. This is necessary for the correct selection of material. If you often have rains, then do not buy a bracket made of wood, as well as cheap metals. If hail often goes, you should not buy a plastic mount, as it will not last long in such conditions. Plastic fasteners can also not be used in areas where open and direct sunlight is constantly present.

An equally important factor is where will your bracket be located. If it is located on the street or on an open balcony, it is best to purchase a cast iron mount. Stainless steel and other metal mounts are also suitable.

The video talks about plastic fixtures for a balcony drawer.