Durability in outdoor furniture refers to a combination of design elements, materials used and intentional care and maintenance practices; as well as factors related to where it will be placed in its intended environment.
Polyethylene, resins and plastics have become popular choices for outdoor furniture, offering low maintenance appeal similar to natural materials like wicker and rattan. Unfortunately, they can be fragile when exposed to windy environments.
Vintage Patio Sets
Create an inviting outdoor patio with vintage deck furniture from another era. Look for chairs and lounges with rounded backs or tapered legs that harken back to midcentury decor, such as chairs made of metal, wood or wicker materials which complement casual backyard BBQs or afternoon conversations over lemonade pitchers.
Combining wrought iron and wicker outdoor furniture adds an updated twist to retro decor, providing you with modern decor without going the traditional route. This mixed material patio furniture combines the durable wrought iron construction with soft lines and the intricate weaves of wicker, for a look suitable for porch, poolside, beachside and beyond. Select from chairs, loveseats and dining tables or purchase an entire set to outfit your porch or deck!
An outdoor dining table and chairs is the centerpiece of any backyard patio. Choose a set that seats six, such as the Vineyard 9-Piece Country Trestle Dining Set, or select an eight-person table like Yacht Club 9-Piece Farmhouse Dining Table for optimal dining pleasure. Small vintage patio table sets may also be suitable for small spaces or balconies that overlook busy streets.
Vintage-style patio chairs and lounges not only blend into the design of your garden or patio, but are also comfortable enough for napping or entertaining. Find yourself an upholstered chair to curl up in with your book, or a chaise lounge to soak up some sun while reading or lazing around on. Add in an outdoor side table as a matching vintage piece, and you have yourself an ideal spot to serve snacks and drinks.
Though you could spend hours perusing flea markets and antique stores for vintage patio furniture, it is also easy to create an eye-catching throwback look without breaking the bank on yard sales finds. Vintage patio decor provides vibrant colors and intriguing patterns that help transform any backyard into an inviting spot for relaxation and recreation.
Vintage Chairs & Lounges
Outdoor lounge chairs provide endless options that can elevate any patio. From vintage beach chairs that take you back to vacations as a child, to French countryside-inspired rattan furniture or modern materials designed to withstand weather elements – there is sure to be something to add a sense of style in any garden or backyard space.
No matter your outdoor seating needs – from lounge chairs for morning coffee sipping or armchairs for socializing over cocktails with friends – 1stDibs has antique and vintage outdoor chairs perfect for you. Our extensive collection features styles that suit any interior design scheme – even one from Mid-Century Modern designer Walter Lamb who created his first pieces by weaving rope salvaged from sunken Pearl Harbor ships into functional yet fashionable pieces of outdoor furniture that he called his first Outdoor Collection.
Wicker seating is another classic outdoor choice. Offering an assortment of colors and designs to match vintage patio decor, there are numerous wicker chairs that will look beautiful outside your home. One such example is Savannah outdoor patio mesh chaise lounge that adds retro-modern charm with its sleek lines and durable Textilene mesh fabric; perfect for poolside cabanas or back decks alike!
At Gardenista, we carry an impressive selection of classic woven wicker chairs that are ideal for relaxing in the garden. The Georgia Garden high back lounge chair was inspired by photos and postcards depicting luxurious seaside estates; featuring airy wicker apron and back, as well as an elegant design which will stand up over time in outdoor lounge areas.
Our selection of vintage garden seating features rustic benches and wrought iron chairs that complement any exterior design scheme. Add vintage dining chairs to a table for alfresco meals in the sun, or place a simple wooden bench on your porch as an inviting spot where guests can linger over conversations.
Vintage Decor
Vintage home decor adds an air of old-world charm to any room. To achieve the vintage aesthetic, there’s a variety of colors and styles you can use, so that you can tailor your space according to your own personal taste. When selecting pieces with vintage aesthetic, ensure they feel cozy and lived-in.
Vintage furniture often boasts simple lines and elegant details. Muted pastel colors such as robin egg blues, dusty pinks and soft yellows are popular vintage choices; muted browns and greens may also help create an inviting and peaceful ambiance. Incorporating floral patterns such as stripes in accent chairs or unique drapery panels are great ways to achieve vintage charm.
Wood patio furniture is an increasingly popular choice due to its timeless style and durability when treated correctly. Metal outdoor pieces often have vintage aesthetics and require no special care – you may even be able to find pieces made of aluminum or galvanized steel that resist corrosion!
Add vintage flair to your living spaces with unique home furnishings and wall decor items, like black-and-white photos and framed maps, which add a cool retro look. Also try hanging floral tapestries featuring nature scenes or historical images; vintage mirrors and old business signs make great decorative elements in living rooms or entryways.
One effective way to incorporate vintage home decor into your interiors is through shopping for antiques at local flea markets or thrift stores. Here, you may be able to find great finds at a fraction of the cost you would find at traditional antique stores or malls, plus any proceeds can go toward purchasing vintage decor such as repurposed wooden crates that you might need in future projects.
Vintage decor is an affordable way to transform any room in your home. However, be prepared for some maintenance efforts when purchasing vintage pieces; such as cleaning it regularly and applying polish or wax depending on its material composition. Furniture covers and slipcovers may also help protect them while they’re not being used.
Vintage Tables & Chairs
The Vintage Collection brings antique-inspired designs and quality materials to outdoor patios. A Viro fiber weave wraps around commercial-grade powder coated aluminum frames to form tables with linear tabletop details, rectangular perimeter, sloped feet and smooth-as-glass Ipe timber provides refined richness on chair arms and legs – easily maintained as-new with simple care or left to develop a stunning silver patina over time.
This collection offers deep seating pieces designed to bring casual comfort to gardens, pool decks, porches and patios. Sofas, loveseats and lounge chairs boast elegant curves to complement its antique-inspired styling.
Lounge pieces such as the contour sunlounger provide light-and-airy relaxation for taking advantage of the sunshine while stackable arm chairs allow extra guests to be accommodated when necessary. A stylish patio umbrella with its 7′ spread and handy crank lift adds another decorative element.
Vintage patio sets provide you with the opportunity to express your personal style through various color palettes, which allow you to showcase it perfectly. Bold colors such as red, yellow and blue provide a vivid statement while earth tones like harvest gold and avocado green blend beautifully with terracotta planters and russet brown light fixtures.
Whatever style patio you have in mind for your backyard retreat, this collection has something perfect. A vintage dining table would make a lovely centerpiece while vintage cocktail tables make great outdoor serving surfaces.
Urban Americana is your local source for retro patio furniture Long Beach. With our large selection of authentic mid-century modern styles – including larger sets to meet family or entertaining needs – and accent pieces such as patio planters and garden carts to finish off any outdoor room, stop by today and transform your backyard with vintage flair! Our warehouse has some of the finest vintage patio furniture Long Beach has ever seen – we look forward to helping you find exactly what’s needed for your outdoor space.