If you don’t want to buy new furniture but still want stylish accents for existing rooms, patio furniture might be the way to go. Usually less costly than indoor options, patio sets are made specifically to withstand all elements without incurring damage over time.
IKEA offers an outdoor wicker sofa with knife-edged back cushions for an elegant, minimalist design, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Assembly is straightforward and zippered cushion covers can even be machine washed.
1. Weatherproof Sectional Sofa
Article’s Weatherproof Sectional Sofa brings modernity and flexibility to outdoor lounge spaces with its modular couch set design. Featuring reversible corner and curved seat sections that can be combined to form various layouts, its powder-coated aluminum base connects easily while the durable woven fabric cushions feature back support as well as spill protection from spills, mildew growth and UV rays for easy outdoor maintenance and can accommodate up to six people comfortably.
If your patio is exposed to direct sunlight, consider adding dark outdoor sofa pillows and throws as part of an overall solution. Sunbrella fabrics reflect light while staying cool, while darker hues help hide dirt and wear from daily use. Complete your wicker sectional with matching coffee table for the complete outdoor living experience.
AllModern’s Darnell Sectional is ideal for accommodating large backyards, offering seating options suited to their abundant seating opportunities. With a large footprint that can be configured into four corner and two armless seats to suit your specific backyard needs, its plush weather-resistant cushions and sturdy acacia wood frame were built to withstand weathering while small cracks or fissures are a natural feature of solid wood furniture.
Pottery Barn’s Burkel is another sectional with an expansive footprint, comprising two left-facing and one right-facing reversible chaise lounges to form a long winding layout that seats eight. Crafted with synthetic materials designed for durability as well as cushioned with Sunbrella fabrics for extra comfort against rain or intense heat, its design stands the test of time.
West Elm’s Telluride Sofa provides an extravagant style statement. Boasting a Slate Gray resin wicker frame that resists moisture while its firm seat and back cushions offer luxurious cushiony comfort, this L-shaped sectional is sure to make an impressionful statement in any living space. Plus, add West Elm’s Ora coffee table for even more luxury and extra seating!
2. Serena & Lily Teak Sling Chair
Serena & Lily offers this classic sling design teak chair to add casual comfort and relaxation to any outdoor living space. Crafted with weather-proof fabrics in solids and patterns that stand up well against all seasons of weather conditions – and over time will develop an appealing silvery grey patina to add character and charm.
Many experts advise investing in high-quality patio furniture to protect it against inclement weather, especially if your area sees frequent thunderstorms and strong winds. Wood furniture such as teak, acacia or cypress is durable and can be protected with wood oil to resist the elements; plus it can store easily without warping or cracking when subject to heavy snowfalls.
Before shopping for outdoor furniture, take careful measurements of both your deck and space where it will go. For optimal comfort, select a lounge chair with enough space for sitting and moving around comfortably. It is also wise to keep weight considerations in mind so as to easily move or store away pieces when necessary.
If your outdoor space is limited, choose an outdoor sectional sofa with enough seating capacity to comfortably seat guests or family members. Neighbor’s six-piece sectional has ample room for everyone while its neutral-colored woven fabric and gray ash wood frame will complement any decor scheme.
Addition seating can be beneficial when entertaining guests or spending long summer days outside, be it an upholstered patio chair like this Capistrano Hanging Chair or resin wicker table such as Pacifica Console – both come with light dune and driftwood hues – you can be assured of its quality lasting for many years to come.
3. Neighbor’s Six-Piece Sectional Sofa
Neighbor, of Phoenix-based Neighbor offers living-room looks with durability that stands up to sun, storms, and all other aspects of outdoor living. Their sectional features boxy coal-colored seat and back cushions with soft side bolsters – great for curling up and snuggling close against each other – fast-drying foam seats and backs filled with Grade-A teak frames and chunky rounded shapes that round off into chunky frames for extra support; their sofa’s shorter length of 68 inches makes this sofa suitable for tighter spaces while longer versions available from RH Outdoor’s Balmain teak sectional comes with lengths between 94 and 108″.
Note: This set comes complete with left and right armrests, a center console with tempered glass top, two swivel chairs, and six sets of seat and back cushions.