The Asli Arts 30 Inch Sea Turtle Wind Chime is just what you need to add a casual fun look and relaxed feel to your deck or porch. The tuned bamboo chimes play melodious notes each time the wind blows while the realistic wood sea turtle swims about on top. The mellow musical sound soothes your body and mind making you feel one with nature and bringing a sense of tranquility to your surroundings.Made from bamboo one of the fastest-growing natural renewable resources this weather-resistant chime features a realistic hand-painted sea turtle hand-carved from non-endangered wood. The bamboo pieces are hand-sanded to a smooth silky finish and multiple layers of weather-resistant varnish are applied to achieve a hard glossy finish. This process imparts a uniquely elegant look reflecting the natural textures of bamboo in an attractive spiral pattern. Each of the six bamboo tubes hung from durable nylon cord is individually hand-carved and hand-tuned by craftsmen in Bali. Measures 30 inches in overall length.Caring for your ChimeThis chime is varnished for lasting beauty and outdoor use. Small cracks are normal in bamboo. To avoid large cracks and fading do not hang in direct sunlight or near heaters. The chime should be brought indoors in severely cold winter weather. To clean simply wipe with a damp cloth.Hanging your Chimes for the Best Musical PerformanceAsli Arts by Woodstock chimes are known the world over for the purity and beauty of their sound. These chimes are designed to produce beautiful music from even the slightest breeze but if you’d like to hear yours more often here are a few ideas:Hang your chime directly from the O ring or loop at the top of the chime. Don’t extend the top string of the chime by adding chain or string. This may cause the entire chime to swing when in fact only the center string and clapper should move.Hang your chime where the wind can reach it from as many directions as possible. An open corner is ideal when hanging the chime from a build