Outdoor furniture helps make the most out of your backyard space, whether that means hosting friends or snuggling closer with someone special. A set of wicker furniture allows you to lounge by the pool, host dinner parties or enjoy morning coffee comfortably.
Choose materials that can withstand sun, rain and salty climates. Each material requires different amounts of maintenance.
Wood
Wood outdoor furniture provides a durable, natural aesthetic for any garden, patio or deck. Wood can be stained or painted to create your desired color or leave it natural with its grain showing. No matter which treatment option you select for your wooden furniture, it is vital that it be protected from the elements – moisture can cause it to crack or split while prolonged sun exposure can warp it – cover it when not in use and bring indoors during rainy days; wood sealers also exist to help shield it from harmful UV rays.
Your choice of wood should depend on your climate. Teak is a popular option due to its longevity and resistance against weather elements; however, it’s one of the more expensive choices available. Eucalyptus can serve as a less costly alternative with minimal upkeep required; additionally Cedar can be treated annually with protective oils to extend its life expectancy.
Wicker and rattan furniture are two popular choices for wood outdoor furniture, and both materials offer lightweight portability making them easy to move around your patio or garden. Furthermore, both are extremely durable in extreme weather conditions while remaining easy to maintain with just a garden hose or bucket of soapy water for cleanup. Plus they come in different styles allowing you to find exactly the look that complements your space!
Metal
Metal outdoor furniture can make an affordable addition to any backyard space, whether you prefer the classic aesthetic of wrought iron or its contemporary equivalent – aluminum. However, stainless steel offers additional advantages as an anticorrosive material which absorbs less heat or cold than its aluminium counterpart in extreme climate areas.
Wrought iron was once popular, but its susceptibility to rust necessitates regular upkeep. More modern materials like stainless steel and aluminium offer greater weatherproofing capabilities; aluminum in particular often features powder coating for extra protection from the elements.
Aluminum furniture is lighter and rusts less easily, making it an excellent option for year-round outdoor furniture use. When selecting furniture to use in windy locations however, steel may be preferable due to being more stable than aluminum and less likely to wilt under intense winds.
No matter the material of your outdoor metal furniture, all metal should be coated in a protective coat to help prevent corrosion and color fading caused by sunlight exposure. Coatings come in various hues; some even feature texture for added design elements. Regular cleaning and applying wax coats can further extend its life and extend its value over time.
Resin
Resin is an exceptionally flexible and durable plastic material that can be used in numerous ways to craft furniture pieces. From weaving stylish wicker furniture for an aesthetically pleasing aesthetic, to crafting sleek modern chairs that would fit in perfectly in any living room – resin has endless applications as a versatile material! Additionally, resin’s flexible nature enables it to take shape easily in ways other materials cannot do; such as creating curves with intricate details or molding it into new shapes that wouldn’t normally exist within other materials like creating curves and ornate details within any shape it might become impossible with other materials!
Resin furniture has long been one of the most popular uses for resin. Resin pieces look just like traditional natural wicker but are more resistant to outdoor conditions, easier to maintain, cleaner to keep clean than their counterparts, don’t absorb water, fade in sunlight as much, are great choices for covered porches or patios as it won’t get damaged by rain and snow, plus provide easy maintenance solutions!
When shopping for resin wicker, always opt for High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE). This grade of resin won’t unravel or crack over time like its cheaper PVC counterpart. Instead, HDPE offers superior strength against these issues.
Resin can also be used in aluminum-framed furniture, which makes it an excellent option for moderate climates as it won’t corrode over time or sustain damage from weather elements. Lightweight and easily moved around when needed for special events or holiday gatherings, it is also easy to store over winter if living somewhere snowy and can even feature cushion covers to protect it from dirt or stains.
Glass
Glass outdoor furniture can add stylish accents to your patio or create an exquisite backyard oasis, making glass outdoor furniture the ideal solution. Telescope Casual’s glass top dining table boasts attractive bowed legs with glides for floor protection when used outdoors; this piece pairs perfectly with our Gardenella stack chairs featuring Kona finish and Flex Comfort material – it even comes in bar height options!
Prices of custom sized, clear tempered glass ellipses for patio/outdoor furniture vary; therefore, contact or visit us to compare costs associated with elliptical clear tempered glasses of various sizes.
Sunbrella
Sunbrella outdoor fabric is an award-winning outdoor material, perfect for creating beautiful patio furniture cushions, pillows and awnings that last. This fade-proof, easy to wash and maintain fabric boasts vibrant color saturation throughout each strand, so its vibrancy won’t fade or lose vibrancy over time. Sunbrella fabrics also help protect against UV rays and water damage to help ensure its long lifespan as an elemental protector for furniture pieces.
Sunbrella fabric is hand woven from high-grade resin wicker and secured by a powder-coated aluminum frame to provide long-term durability. All of Neighbor’s outdoor wicker furniture comes complete with luxurious Sunbrella upholstery so that you can experience both its beauty and comfort without worry over wear or fade over time.
Mili luxury outdoor wicker furniture features an exquisite design that will elevate any backyard or balcony, and the Sunbrella fabric adds another stunning detail. Crafted from half-round PE rattan with plush high back cushions for maximum comfort – plus, their 5-year warranty provides peace of mind that your investment is well protected.
To clean Sunbrella fabric, either hand-wash or remove cushion covers and machine wash. When hand-washing, use a solution of 1/4 cup mild soap per gallon of water and gently agitate with sponge or soft bristled brush until fabric agitation stops; rinse thoroughly afterwards to eliminate soap residue. To prevent shrinking of Sunbrella acrylic fabrics after each cycle. When professional cleaning services are used to restore furniture pieces using Sunbrella fabrics.