The mailbox is not usually something people think needs improving or changing, until their old one malfunctions or they see a picture of the outside of their home and see how out of place it looks. You see, with the rise of technology, the main purpose of a mailbox isn't to house your mail, but to accent your home in a cute way. So, if you feel like your mailbox isn't performing it's main function, it's time for a change.
When it comes to choosing a new letterbox, the options are endless. From door-mounted to fence-mounted, from wooden to metal models – it's really easy to get overwhelmed. If you haven't been shopping for a letterbox for longer than you can remember, here are some tips to help you make the right pick.
Ready Made or Custom Mail Boxes?
If you're really in a hurry, it's easy to buy a new mailbox from any landscape decor store or homeware retailer. These mailboxes come with predetermined dimensions and shapes and might not leave a lot of room for personalisations. However, there are also manufacturers which are open to producing custom mail boxes according to people's own requirements. Besides allowing you to pick out size and shape, these manufacturers can also incorporate some unique details into their custom mail boxes. For instance, this can be your house number, family name, or simply a pattern that you'd like to be featured. You can even choose to incorporate decorative plants into the design simply by asking whether the manufacturer would like to add a little planter on the mailbox. With custom mail boxes, you really have the freedom to determine the look of your home's exterior.
Choose Materials that Will Age Well
If you take your time to pick out the right material, you will probably not need to replace the mailbox any time soon. Since this is an exterior element we're talking about, you need to make sure it has what it takes to resist the various changes in weather. That being said, you'd want a material that offers the whole package: water-resistant, mould-resistant, corrosion-resistant, pest-resistant and UV-resistant. Since these requirements are many, there are only a few materials that can be considered suitable for a mailbox. If you want the wooden look, the best type of wood is Accoya. Accoya is a modified wood that has properties that exceed all treated woods. It's weather-friendly and easy to maintain. On the other hand, if your exterior demands a metal mailbox, stainless steel is really your best option due to being corrosion resistant.
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