Outer’s modular wicker furniture has likely graced your social feeds, with sleek add-on tables tucking seamlessly beneath chairs and sofas. Plus, Outer offers sustainable dining chairs to complete the set!
Metal outdoor furniture can withstand any climate condition, yet can be heavy and require special treatment to prevent rusting. Furthermore, its temperature-responsive material allows it to expand or contract depending on temperature changes.
Small Space Solutions
For an optimal outdoor living space in any size space – patio, porch, deck or balcony – furnishings and decor play an essential role. When selecting furnishings to fill these areas with, look for versatile furnishings that provide multiple seating options, from stackable chairs to compact patio tables; these versatile furnishings allow you to adapt your outdoor decor as your needs alter with each season.
To keep your outdoor furniture lightweight and easy to move, select items made of weather-resistant materials like aluminum and wicker that resist damage from weather elements. Heavy materials, such as wrought iron, may add too much weight to the overall appearance of your backyard setting and should be avoided as much as possible.
For an easily accommodating table that uses less room and can seat more people at once, select one with round or oval edges. These tables offer an effective alternative to bulkier or square options and also come equipped with the unique benefit of being able to slide chairs underneath when not in use. When searching for sofas, opt for ones with slim profiles rather than traditional designs that take up unnecessary inches in width.
If you’re planning to host an intimate backyard celebration, consider using a bar cart or narrow table that easily seats two barstools as entertainment tools. A bar cart gives you the flexibility of serving drinks and appetizers from one central point while you set up a nook with a coffee table featuring room for all of your drinkware, such as this stunning Lucca concrete piece.
Personalize your backyard with an outdoor rug as another simple way of adding character. From colorful patterns and designs that suit every taste and style to their anchoring abilities, these rugs add visual interest while helping anchor seating arrangements. Combine your new rugs with outdoor lighting that illuminates seating areas to give them an inviting glow at night – from fairy lights or lanterns as temporary solutions, or more permanent installation of wall sconces, these additions can turn any patio space into a welcoming and relaxing place.
Mix-and-Match
Designers such as Suzanne Kasler, Bunny Williams, and Miles Redd have taken to combining various furniture types on porches or patios, creating an eclectic aesthetic which showcases your unique personal style. This approach allows you to customize the outdoor living space according to your taste.
One way to make mixed-and-matched furniture work effectively is through color unification. Neutral hues like white, beige and gray serve as great foundations for vibrant seat cushions, pillows and decor pieces while bright hues like pink, yellow or orange add an additional splash of vibrancy and visual interest to wooden tones.
Texture can help bring together mismatched furniture. Contrasting wood with metal and rattan with wicker materials adds interest, while different finishes like dark metal against light wood complement each other beautifully.
Planning out the layout of your outdoor space to accommodate different furniture styles can help ensure everything fits well, particularly in smaller areas where furniture may be very close together and can lead to a feeling of congestion. A large outdoor rug can help define zones in the room so the furniture won’t feel so constrained.
Don’t forget to add accessories and finishing touches that tie all of the furniture pieces together and enhance their individual styles, such as decorative accents, flowers, plants or table settings – these can help bring visual interest into any space and bring cohesiveness into an otherwise disjointed design scheme.
Mixed-and-match furniture can add a whimsical or eclectic feel to any outdoor living area, providing an easy and cost-effective way to customize it to suit you. Selecting seating and storage solutions that make the space feel welcoming can make a big difference, so don’t be afraid to experiment with various styles and colors until you find something that speaks to you – soon you will have created your very own stylish yet comfortable outdoor oasis!
Storage
As winter sets in, it’s time to bring home outdoor furniture and store it away for storage. Your wooden chairs and sofas should be covered to protect them from snow and ice, fabrics should be cleaned of mildew or mold growth and plastic furniture may need protective coating applied before storage – taking these steps will extend its life and ensure it looks its best next summer when used again!
When winter strikes, furniture needs a place to rest safely from its elements and remain undamaged. A shed or garage can provide this shelter from damage during storms as well as being an ideal place for fire pits, grills and other bulky outdoor pieces until spring comes around again.
Home storage solutions don’t need to be limited to sheds and garages; home solutions can still provide ample room. A large outdoor storage chest can serve as the ideal place for chairs, sofas and tables – plus nesting designs enable nesting cushions. Plus they stack neatly for efficient space saving; making these boxes the ideal option in smaller living situations.
Plastic outdoor furniture does not necessarily need special care when being stored indoors; however, special precautions must still be taken. A soft bristled brush dipped in soapy water should be used to gently scrub any dirt and grime off before placing into storage for winter months. Afterward, any stains should be rinsed off thoroughly while leaving enough time for it to dry completely before moving it in its container.
If you prefer not to invest in new storage solutions, a simple tarp or plastic sheet can provide adequate protection for your furniture. Cover it entirely to protect the set or individual pieces such as chairs or benches or tables; additionally tarps will shield it from moisture damage as well as pests or debris entering through shed or garage doors.
Seating
Consider how you plan to use the space when selecting seating arrangements. For entertaining with drinks and appetizers, a conversation set featuring four lounge chairs may suffice, whereas for dinner parties or family meals requiring formal seating arrangements (i.e. dining table and chairs), additional furniture will likely be necessary.
Decide whether you prefer modern chic or classical elegance when selecting materials. Woven fabrics like all-weather wicker are great durable options, while furniture made of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) instead of PVC synthetics which unravel over time are preferable. Check out styles such as Aerin Lauder’s AERIN East Hampton outdoor sofa which pairs natural wicker with aluminum for an airy and casual aesthetic, while adding comfort with an indoor/outdoor rug like Patio Stripe Indoor/Outdoor Rug to complete the look.
Browse Pottery Barn’s home outdoor furniture selection to find pieces that reflect both your personal taste and space. Whether shopping online or in store, discover pieces to elevate the aesthetic of your backyard retreat from sectionals and sofas to dining tables, chairs and stools; we have what it takes to help create an unforgettable backyard retreat experience!