Archive for September, 2007

3.5 Inch Teak Checkers Set

Tuesday, September 25th, 2007

3.5 Inch Teak Checkers Set

This Checkers set is for use on the same playing surface as the 8 Inch Teak Chess Set and is ideal for both children and adults.

Actual dimensions: Each counter is 3.75″ (9.5 cm) in diameter.

The set comes complete with the standard 24 playing pieces.

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48 Inch (120cm) Wooden Chess Set

Tuesday, September 25th, 2007

48 Inch (120cm) Wooden Chess Set

This set is ideal as a permanent fixture outdoors and makes a stunning centrepiece to gardens and yards.

This set has now been officially recognised as the worlds biggest with its entry into the Guiness Book of Records. ( Page 137, 2007 edition )

The set includes:

32 regulation pieces.

Dimensions of individual pieces:- (Width,Height and Weight)

King – 17″(42cm) x 48″(120cm), 34kgs
Queen – 16″(40cm) x 36″(90cm), 25kgs
Rook – 15″(37cm) x 23″(57cm), 20.5kgs
Bishop – 14″(35cm) x 34″(85cm), 15.9kgs
Knight – 13″(32cm) x 28″(70cm), 29.5kgs
Pawn – 12″(30cm) x 20″(50cm), 11.4kgs

Total set Weight 570kgs.

- Width is the diameter of the base.
- Height is the distance from the base to the highest part of the piece.

Our sets are handmade so measurements can vary by ±10%.

We recommend using coloured garden tiles and paving flags which are readily available from garden nurseries and hardware outlets. The optimum size = 18″ (45cm) squares giving a total board size of 12′ (3.6m) x 12′ (3.6m).

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36 Inchi Wooden Ourdoor Chess Set

Tuesday, September 25th, 2007

36 Inchi Wooden Ourdoor Chess Set

This ideally sized set has all the style and elegance expected of a quality teak chess set. This set is comfortable and easy to play while providing the optimum visual impact. It creates an amazing feature in outdoor yards and gardens. Set includes:

32 regulation pieces.

Dimensions of individual pieces:- (Width,Height and Weight)

King – 16″(40cm) x 36″(90cm), 15.0kgs
Queen – 15″(37cm) x 29″(72cm), 10.5kgs
Rook – 13″(32cm) x 20″(50cm), 10.1kgs
Bishop – 13″(32cm) x 27″(67cm), 7.5kgs
Knight – 13″(32cm) x 24″(60cm), 9.8kgs
Pawn – 10″(25cm) x 18″(45cm), 3.7kgs

Total set Weight 220kgs.

- Width is the diameter of the base.
- Height is the distance from the base to the highest part of the piece.

Our sets are handmade so measurements can vary by ±10%.

Please note that teak chess boards are not available in this size. We recommend using coloured garden tiles and paving flags which are readily available from garden nurseries and hardware outlets. The optimum size = 18″ (45cm) squares giving a total board size of 12′ (3.6m) x 12′ (3.6m).
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24 Inchi Wooden Outdoor Chess Set

Tuesday, September 25th, 2007

24 Inchi Wooden Outdoor Chess Set

This size of set is the most popular for outdoor use. This bestseller has a superb look and finish making an ideal centrepiece in landscaped gardens. Set includes:

32 regulation pieces.

Dimensions of individual pieces:- (Width,Height and Weight)

King – 11″(27cm) x 24″(60cm), 5.9kgs
Queen – 10″(25cm) x 21″(52cm), 5.0kgs
Rook – 9″(22cm) x 13½”(34cm), 3.6kgs
Bishop – 8″(20cm) x 17″(42cm), 3.1kgs
Knight – 8″(20cm) x 16″(40cm), 4.1kgs
Pawn – 6½”(16cm) x 11½”(28cm), 2.7kgs

Total set Weight 108kgs.

- Width is the diameter of the base.
- Height is the distance from the base to the highest part of the piece.

Our sets are handmade so measurements can vary by ±10%.

Optimum size = 12″ (30cm) squares giving a total board size of 8′ (2.4m) x 8′ (2.4m).

More info visit :
http://www.giantchess.com

16 Inchi Teak Wooden Chess Set

Tuesday, September 25th, 2007

Ideal for limited spaces, this set will still capture the elegance of an oversized teak set. Can be used indoors and outdoors and makes an ideal centrepiece in larger rooms. Set includes:

32 regulation pieces.

Dimensions of individual pieces:- (Width,Height and Weight)

King – 7¼”(18cm) x 16″(40cm), 1.8kgs.
Queen – 6½”(16cm) x 14″(35cm), 1.3kgs.
Rook – 6¼”(16cm) x 9½”(23cm), 0.9kgs.
Bishop – 5½”(14cm) x 11½”(29cm), 0.9kgs
Knight – 5¾”(15cm) x 10″(25cm), 1.8kgs
Pawn – 4¼”(10cm) x 8″(20cm), 0.4kgs

Total set Weight 28kgs.

- Width is the diameter of the base.
- Height is the distance from the base to the highest part of the piece.

Our sets are handmade so measurements can vary by ±10%.

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12 Inchi (30 cm) Teak Wooden Chess Set

Monday, September 24th, 2007

12 Inchi (30 cm) Teak Wooden Chess Set

Ideal for limited spaces, this set will still capture the elegance of an oversized teak set. Can be used indoors and outdoors and makes an ideal centrepiece in larger rooms. Set includes:

32 regulation pieces.

Dimensions of individual pieces:- (Width by Height)

King – 5¾”(14cm) x 12″(30cm)
Queen – 5″(12.5cm) x 10″(25cm)
Rook – 4½”(11cm) x 7″(17.5cm)
Bishop – 4″(10cm) x 9″(22.5cm)
Knight – 4″(10cm) x 8″(20cm)
Pawn – 3″(7.5cm) x 6″(15cm)

Total set Weight 9kgs.

- Width is the diameter of the base.
- Height is the distance from the base to the highest part of the piece.

Our sets are handmade so measurements can vary by ±10%.

More visit :
http://www.GiantChess.com

8″ (20cm) Wooden Chess Set

Monday, September 24th, 2007

8″ (20cm) Wooden Chess Set

This smaller 8″ set is a perfect size for use in the home. It makes an ideal centrepiece to tables and draws the attention of your visitors! Set includes:

32 regulation pieces.
Dimensions of individual pieces:- (Width by Height)

King – 3¾”(9.5cm) x 8″(20cm)
Queen – 3¼”(8cm) x 6¾”(17cm)
Rook – 3″(7.5cm) x 5″(12.5cm)
Bishop – 2¾”(7cm) x 6″(15cm)
Knight – 2½”(6cm) x 5″(12.5cm)
Pawn – 2¼”(6.5cm) x 4″(10cm)
Total set Weight 3.6kgs.

- Width is the diameter of the base.
- Height is the distance from the base to the highest part of the piece.

Our sets are handmade so measurements can vary by ±10%.

More visit :
http://www.GiantChess.com

Teak Wooden Chess Table

Monday, September 24th, 2007

Teak Wooden Chess Table with Stools and Drawers

This stunning package contains a Teak Chess Set, Checkers Set, Table with inlaid Chess Board and a Double Teak stool.

The Table is a unique piece of furniture handcrafted in Teak containing 2 pull out drawers for the storage of your chess and checkers pieces. The board consists of 10cm square playing tiles which is suitable for the 8″ high (20cm) Chess and Checkers set supplied with the package.

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Care and Protection of our Teak Products

Monday, September 24th, 2007

Care and Protection of our Teak Products

The Teak used in our sets is derived from stumps, burls, and larger-sized off cuts not utilised by the rest of the teak industry. Not only does this save you money, but it is also where teak best showcases its elegant swirling grain structure. This source of timber is also an environmental concession as no timber is specifically harvested for our products. Our choice of teak comes with compromises. The teak is more likely to have voids (which of course we fill) and cracks (which are easy to repair).

Teak is an extremely durable and hard wearing timber, making it a perfect wood for extended outdoor use. Our pieces are sanded, stained and sealed to help protect them from the elements. Even un-sealed teak is an extremely durable product.

Teak can take up to 2 years to completely cure (dry out). Unfortunately it is cost prohibitive to wait 2 years for our pieces to cure before we ship them. It is not uncommon for the Chess pieces to develop small cracks over time, especially during the curing period. These are natural, unavoidable and add character to the pieces. To help reduce the amount of cracking and splitting periodically rotate the chess pieces so that the same side is not always facing the sun during the curing period. This will not be an issue if the sets are being used regularly. We also recommend storing your teaks sets out of direct long term exposures to the elements – particularly hot, dry conditions to assist in good care.

Finish

Each piece is protected by quality Woodkote® Flagship UV® professional or Rust Oleum Spa Varnish exterior polyurethane wood finish. Specifically formulated for heavy wear and ultra violet protection, these products outlast conventional clear finishes. They provide an unequaled shield for both exterior and interior wood, making them ideal to care for your investment when exposed to the elements. More information on these finishes can be found at www.woodkote.com or www.rustoleum.com To find the cost of the individual pieces please proceed through the chess pieces option.

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Siamo un giovane team della Val Gardena che dal 2006 offre figure di scacchi in legno Teak.

Monday, September 24th, 2007


Siamo un giovane team della Val Gardena che dal 2006 offre figure di scacchi in legno Teak.

Siamo attivi da cinque generazioni in un altro ramo della lavorazione del legno, eseguiamo Interni per Chiese; questo ci portò alla decisione di estendere la nostra offerta agli Scacchi giganti. Le figure degli scacchi vanno da una misura di 20 cm fino a 180 cm. Si tratta perciò di Scacchi giganti, che possono essere riposti sia all’interno che all’esterno. Questo è reso possibile grazie all’enorme resistenza del legno Teak.

Forniamo il Vostro albergo, parco , giardino , sala conferenze ecc. di un tocco in più.
Gli scacchi possono essere molto di più che un gioco, apertura ai giochi!