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The sundial, an ancient device thousands of
years old, is a classic garden ornament. It was
not until the 17th century that mathematicians
were able to create a sundial that would
accurately tell the time of day regardless of
the season. Today, a well-made sundial is often
more accurate than a public clock.
Not only are they beautiful but fascinating to
guests and children. Children will be especially
intrigued by sundials and want to know how they
work. They are amazed by this magical technology
that existed before the digital clock. You can
give them a wonderful history lesson on
timekeeping and technology.
Cast Aluminum Sundials
It's important to buy a sundial made of quality
materials. Your sundial will be outdoors for
years in the rain, snow, sun, and wind. Exposed
to the elements, a sundial needs to be durable
like all your other garden decorations such as
benches, tables, bird houses, water fountains,
and statues, to retain their beauty.
Sundials made of cast aluminum are the best.
They can be finished in bronze for an ageless,
beautiful look. Heavy items should be made of
fiberstone, which is an amalgam of fiberglass,
stones, and sand and is stronger and more
durable than concrete. Wooden items are best
made of cedar or cypress, which resist decay.
Details on objects should be in verdigris,
copper, or hand-cast aluminum with a bronze
finish.
You can also place a sundial in your patio; they
aren’t just for the garden. You can be creative
with your garden decorations! You can put a
sundial on your front porch. Twin sundials can
be placed to flank the driveway, front entrance,
a walkway, or the path to the garden.
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