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Great patio furniture ideas will make your outdoor patio a space that’s chic, comfortable and functional, however it needs to be used. 

For as many months of the year as the weather allows in your region, the best patio ideas can turn your space into an outdoor living room, dining area, kitchen or bar – or a combination of all of them – with furniture choices to accommodate family and friends. 

Your patio furniture ideas might also need to include generous storage that doesn’t detract from its lines. 

Of course, the best patio furniture choices will provide equal comfort and style to that you’d pick for interiors – plus be weatherproof for your local conditions.  

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Whether your backyard takes inspiration from contemporary, classic or country garden ideas, discover a whole host of the best outdoor furniture ideas to enhance your patio space.

1. Give patio furniture a bold backdrop

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When a patio is located by a wall or fence, using a deep or rich shade on this background will allow lighter colored furniture to stand out. This technique lets the eye appreciate the design details of chairs and tables in paler shades, whether they feature elegant curves or angular lines.

If your patio is right outside an interior dining space, you might want to take the option of using indoor dining furniture out there, especially if yours are iconic designs like these chairs. With easy access to the outside through sliding doors, moving furniture to the patio is easy, but be sure to make use of patio cover ideas to keep the furniture protected.

2. Choose sophisticated bar stools

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Add bar stools to your selection of outdoor seating for a relaxed and sociable ambience. Stools with back support provide maximum comfort, but opt for woven designs rather than solid materials to stay cool when temperatures rise. 

Your preference might be to pick bar stools made from natural materials in order to harmonize furniture with your patio planting ideas, whether your backyard is contemporary or more classic in style.  

3. Complement patio paving

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Selecting patio furniture that complements the shade of natural stone or pavers creates a harmonious effect.

‘For this Notting Hill, London, garden I chose furniture from McKinnon and Harris for the spa, pool area, terrace and balconies,’ says interior designer Katharine Pooley . 

‘Here you can see chairs from their Duval range; I particularly like the tapered legs and trellis back, and the light gray finish works well with the soft gray limestone paving. I added a darker contrast pipe to the cushions to draw the eye and for a fun extra detail.’

4. Opt for natural stone

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Stone dining furniture is an elegant complement to traditional backyard designs. Both the table and seats can add decorative interest to the space with ornate carved ends. Benches have the ideal proportions for narrower patios like this one, but layer up cushions to boost comfort for sitters.

5. Make space for relaxation

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Loungers are always a desirable choice when considering furniture for pool patios, but any backyard will benefit from patio furniture on which you can recline in maximum comfort and style. 

Upholstered in green, these sun loungers tone with both the surrounding planting and the lawn. The color also makes this chill-out zone distinct from the relaxation area near the house where the armchairs are upholstered in a sky blue tone.

6. Keep the look sleek

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If yours is a patio area that’s surrounded by buildings or you're looking for small garden ideas, opting for seating with slim metal frames and open weaves is a great strategy. It’ll keep the view through the patio open for the appearance of extra spaciousness. Metal is also the perfect complement to contemporary yard designs. 

This patio has subtle contemporary style, with the color of the furniture toning with the gray pavers.

7. Go for a daybed

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Use patio furniture ideas to keep cool when the mercury rises by positioning a daybed on a shady patio. Light colored upholstery will ensure the temperature of the lounge seating itself stays down, too. 

Surround the relaxation spot with leafy foliage plants, incorporate natural wooden deck ideas, and paint surrounding walls in green to evoke the atmosphere of a shadowed spot under the forest canopy.

8. Add decorative detail

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If a patio dining furniture set is looking dated, smarten it up – and give it individual style – by painting it. This version has been given a striped finish in shades that tone with the home’s window frames. 

Use paint made for exterior wood for a hard-wearing finish. To paint stripes accurately, measure and mark their position in pencil, then use painter’s tape along the pencil lines. Press the tape down firmly to avoid paint seeping underneath. Don’t let the paint dry fully before removing the tape, and pull it off carefully.

9. Factor in seating with an outdoor kitchen

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If your patio is also home to any outdoor kitchen ideas, think about furniture choice as well as the individual elements that make up the desired exterior preparation and cooking space. 

Opting for bar seating is a winning tactic. It will put family and friends at a comfortable height for conversation while the chef is at work, and allow them to sit conveniently near the cooking area while still being safely separate from the work zone.

10. Create an interior-style set up

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Follow the example of professional interior designers in your outdoor patio furniture ideas, and team a dining set with an area rug to make it more of a focal point on the patio, like in this scheme that also makes use of sliding patio door ideas to enhance the flow between inside and out.

The result will be to make the patio feel as welcoming as a room inside your home, plus the rug will add color and texture to contrast with both the pavers and the furniture.

Although you could take an interior rug outside, it’s preferable to invest in a version that’s made specifically for the outdoors as it will be hard wearing, cope with the weather, and is easy to keep clean. 

11. Play with a natural palette

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Wood patio furniture is a great partner to a country-style gravel patio. While the wood does need protection from the elements, keeping the finish natural will complement the soft shades of the patio’s surface. 

‘Consider going for patio furniture ideas featuring curves, like this bench, to echo the soft, organic lines of a rustic backyard,’ says Homes & Gardens' Editor in Chief Lucy Searle.

12. Bring zing to seating

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Choosing bold color isn’t the only option to make your patio furniture ideas attention grabbing. Opt for a graphic pattern like the one on these woven chairs for a striking look and a contemporary aesthetic. You could also lay a patio in a graphic pattern, like this herringbone design.

Black and white will work set alongside hues from surrounding features, like these plantation shutters, as well as nearby planting however colorful.

13. Incorporate stash space

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Consider pieces that have room inside for storage when you’re selecting your outdoor patio furniture ideas. In a small backyard or courtyard garden, space to tidy away garden accessories such as cushions and rugs can be limited. But even a large yard might benefit from more storage – and in a convenient location.

Benches with lift-up seats are super handy, as are side and coffee tables with room inside. Because they’re doing double duty, the patio won’t end up filled with extra pieces, but tidying away will be easy when you’re done spending time outside.

14. Cater for cocktails

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A sectional is a sophisticated and sociable seating choice for a patio. Think about combining it with a low dining table that means you can go from simply relaxing to informal meals without having to move a group to a more formal dining set.

It’s a combination that’s ideal for serving cocktails, too, since drinks can be set down conveniently by all sitters, along with appetizers.

15. Share in style

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An outdoor chaise longue made for two can make a statement on a patio as part of your pool ideas, or elsewhere in the yard. 

A design like this has the symmetry that makes it a fabulous complement to a contemporary yard that features garden bar ideas, but it would work equally well in classic formal layouts. 

A wood frame has natural beauty and enduring style, but it also has the advantage of staying cool even when temperatures hit their peaks.

16. Fall for hot color

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Patio furniture ideas like armchairs, benches and tables in shades that pop work beautifully in bright sunlight. Think sunny yellows, azure blues, rich oranges and so on. Continue the look with matching planters or pillows for hard furniture.

Vivid hues can also be a way to introduce more color to yards where there isn’t much growing space for flower garden ideas in hot hues. For maximum punch and a modern effect, set bold accents off against a dark backdrop. 

17. Pick modern metal

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Patio furniture made from metal can be a contemporary choice. Metallic frames are less bulky than those made from other materials, because of metal’s inherent strength resulting in a lighter look than that created by other options. 

Metal can also be shaped to create attractive lines for furniture, like these super sleek chairs that will seat a big group around the table on the semi-shaded patio.

18. Relax with boho chic

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To create a cozy and laid-back ambience, go for boho-style patio furniture ideas. A mix of patterns in bold hues are a must, and while this isn’t a look that’s about co-ordination, they can pick up the shades of a yard’s most brilliant blooms to stunning effect.

Choose wood furniture with as natural a finish as possible. It will still need maintenance, but opt for varnish that lets its color and grain show through. A brick patio is a worthy backdrop, as are rustic pergola ideas like the charming vine-draped example above.

19. Mix don’t match

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While patio conversation sets are often the right choice, don’t count out the option of mixing different pieces to create a more casual look when designing a patio. 

Shared elements between armchairs, sofas and coffee tables, such as a material, color or weave, will make them work as a whole. Think shape, too, to pull the look together, repeating curvaceous lines – as here – or more angular shapes.

20. Use industrial materials

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If you are looking to plan an outdoor kitchen with a brick pizza oven on your patio, a dining set with raw rather than polished credentials is a sympathetic choice. This design mixes wood and metal with the oven’s brick in an industrially inspired combination.

More refined notes can be part of the picture. Here, the table legs have been given a makeover with a gray paint color that repeats a shade from the outdoor kitchen’s countertop, while the wall is finished in a warm shade that harmonizes with the brick of the oven.

21. Embrace minimalism

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For minimalist patio furniture ideas, opt for clean lines and a restrained color palette that will hit the same notes as the rest of a minimalist backyard scheme. Pick seating made from materials and upholstered in shades that match the tone of hard landscaping, including pavers, paths, walls and garden fence ideas.

Repeat the crisp lines created by patio meeting lawn and structural planting in lounge seating, too, and arrange chairs symmetrically rather than in more casual groupings.

22. Bring in wicker

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The latest wicker patio furniture is generally made from synthetic materials, rather than organic ones like rattan and bamboo. The advantage of this all-weather variety is that it isn’t liable to damage caused by moisture.

Choose it for the appearance of the real thing, its durable nature and the ease with which it can be cleaned. It also has the advantage of being a relatively lightweight material, making it easy to reposition. 

Of course, that lack of heft is a downside if your backyard is exposed to very windy conditions, so save wicker furniture for a sheltered spot.

23. Get set for a party

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When a patio is covered, there’s the opportunity to choose outdoor patio furniture more traditionally seen indoors and create an atmospheric setting for a whole host of garden party ideas. It’s a shady retreat during the day too, of course.

Ornate Moroccan-style chairs and a low carved wood coffee table give this raised patio individual style, and they’re complemented by pillows and a bolster in warm orange tones.

24. Use a corner

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Building a bench into the corner of a patio can maximize the number of people you can seat when planning small backyard ideas. Opt for a dining chair height version and a table can be located here as well, so the patio works as both a lounging and dining space.

With a low square footage available, stools like these are a practical extra seating option as they’ll take up less space than a chair. 

25. Make space for a crowd

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If you have factored a space for games into your backyard ideas, building seating into a patio is a great design idea. 

‘My client’s request was to redevelop their entire backyard, turning it into a fun-filled entertainment space,’ says Gary Marsh of Gary Marsh Design LLC . ‘One of the components we all agreed on was a bocce ball court with a gathering area under the elegant California oak tree. 

'My desire was to create an inviting and comfortable destination for those playing bocce ball, and spectators as well.’

26. Think table shape 

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Just as with an inside dining room, it’s important to consider what shape of table will best suit the layout of your space when planning outdoor patio furniture ideas. 

Round dining tables promote easy conversation as diners can talk to those seated either side of them as well as across the table, provided the diameter of the table isn’t too large. A round table can also feel more intimate, especially when paired with subtle patio lighting ideas for dining after dusk.

When you’re sizing the table – whether it’s round, square, rectangular or oval – always factor in enough room for chairs to be pushed back without toppling off the patio in order for guests to sit down and get up easily and safely.

27. Pretty up with wrought iron

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For ornate detail and a traditional look, opt for wrought iron patio furniture. It’s also a great solution for a patio subject to gusts of wind, as it won’t be blown over. Wrought iron has the benefits of being strong and hard wearing, but do bear in mind that the intricate finish is harder to clean than other designs.

Outdoor cushions are a must for wrought iron seating, as the surface is otherwise unyielding and will feel too hard to sit on for long periods. They will also keep seats at a pleasant temperature.

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As well as fulfilling its practical purpose, patio furniture ideas with a sculptural quality can provide a focal point within the garden, just as a specimen plant or a vertical feature might. 

If you choose patio furniture to make an aesthetic statement, it’s worth planning your outdoor lighting ideas and design so it can be highlighted at night, and not just during daylight hours.

29. Choose sustainable wood patio furniture

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Wood patio furniture has plenty of benefits, and hardwoods can last for decades if correctly maintained. It can be an eco-conscious choice of patio furniture, too, but you’ll want to be sure the designs you buy are sustainable. The best way to check is to look for Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified wood.

Wooden patio furniture can also complement outdoor fireplaces well, like this dining set that is teamed with a garden fireplace from Schiedel .

30. Sink patio seating

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Consider sunken seating as part of a patio design. It’s ideal for a sloped backyard, but sinking a patio is an interesting strategy even on level plots.

Built-in seating makes good use of any changes in height, and emphasizes the zone’s distinction from other areas where there’s freestanding furniture. This seating is curved, creating an intimate nook that is perfect when planning a shade garden.

Sarah is a freelance journalist and editor. Previously executive editor of Ideal Home, she’s specialized in interiors, property and gardens for over 20 years, and covers interior design, house design, gardens, and cleaning and organizing a home for H&G. She’s written for websites, including Houzz, Channel 4’s flagship website, 4Homes, and Future’s T3; national newspapers, including The Guardian; and magazines including Future’s Country Homes & Interiors, Homebuilding & Renovating, Period Living, and Style at Home, as well as House Beautiful, Good Homes, Grand Designs, Homes & Antiques, LandLove and The English Home among others. It’s no big surprise that she likes to put what she writes about into practice, and is a serial house renovator. 

Fun And Functional Outdoor Furniture Ideas – Forbes Home

Give your outdoor space an instant refresh with patio furniture ideas that make you want to leave the indoors and spend the warmer months lounging, entertaining and enjoying your own backyard. From dining tables that welcome the entire family, to chic sofas with pops of color and plenty of style, to the must-have outdoor accessories, there are plenty of ways to give your outdoor living space the upgrade it deserves.

These outdoor furniture ideas will inspire you to start planning the days and nights you’ll be enjoying the view from your own patio.

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1. Add an Outdoor Sectional for More Seating

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Everyone will want to spend more time outdoors if they have a cozy spot waiting for them. An outdoor sectional gives you more flexible seating for the times you’re entertaining or if you just want to stretch out. Plus, they can pull double duty and serve as seating around an outdoor dining table so there’s no need to move from one location to another. Outdoor sectionals often have additional storage options, and can be arranged and rearranged to fit all of your seating needs.

2. Don’t Skimp on Style

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Gone are the days where outdoor furniture only came in one or two styles or colors. Now your outdoor living space can match your design aesthetic whether you’re inspired by modern, bohemian, farmhouse or mid century styles. Your outdoor space can compliment the furniture and decor inside your home or become a completely different styled living space. From chairs, tables, couches and accent pieces, you can create an outdoor living space that is not only practical and comfortable but also beautiful.

3. Warm Up the Space

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Don’t let your outdoor living season get cut short by cooler temperatures. Warm up the space with options that are stylish and functional like fire pits or outdoor heat lamps. From roasting marshmallows to keeping warm on chilly nights, adding a heat source will quickly become the centerpiece to your outdoor living space.

Choose a tabletop version for small spaces, or opt for a portable heater that can be moved from a patio or deck to wherever the party takes you. Larger fire pits keep a larger area warm and some even come with covers so you can transform the firepit into a table when not in use.

4. Create Cozy Corners

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If you have a small porch or patio or a space in your garden that you want to make your own, skip the big and bulky pieces and create a small living space that’s big on design and comfort. With chairs and tables that have a smaller footprint, your small space can have a big impact on the amount of time you spend outside.

5. Invite Everyone to the Table

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If enjoying delicious dinners al fresco is on the menu, then you’ll need a fabulous table that makes outdoor dining a family affair. For large spaces, choose an extra long dining table or put two tables together to create a fabulous family table. If you’re tight on space, choose a table that has moving parts or attached leaves so the table can grow when you have more guests.

Not sure how big of a table you can squeeze into your outdoor space? A good rule of thumb is having 36 inches between the table and anything steps, railings, or other furniture so everyone has enough space to pull chairs in and out.

6. Add Layers for Extra Details

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Add texture, color and visual interest to your outdoor space by layering on the decor and accessories. From a colorful outdoor rug, throw pillows with texture and pops of color, to lanterns, side tables and cozy ottomans, embrace the outdoor decor and personalize the space with a few extra items.

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7. Bring the Comforts of Indoors Outside

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There’s really no reason to go inside if you create an outdoor living space that brings all of the comforts of the indoors to the outside. From comfortable and stylish furniture, to an outdoor kitchen to whip up a meal, a built-in fireplace for those chilly nights, and a TV that lets you binge your favorite shows, you may never want to go back inside again.

8. Get Creative With Extra Seating

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Whether you’re working with small square footage or wide open spaces, you don’t always have to add more chairs to make sure everyone has a comfortable seat. Outdoor ottomans can be moved around, can double as footrests or tables and are the perfect option for additional seating when entertaining.

9. Create Multiple Living Spaces

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Just as you would create separate living spaces inside your home, use this design trick outside. From a place to dine, a place to lounge and a place to entertain, create different living spaces with visual cues like outdoor area rugs to separate the spaces and different styles of furniture in each space. Keep the overall look consistent by using the same color pallet and accent decor.

10. Opt for Minimal Designs

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Sometimes less is more, and for smaller yards or colorful gardens, minimal designs are a perfect fit. Let the lush beauty of nature and your home be the backdrop for the clean lines, monochromatic colors and smaller footprint of minimalist furniture. The simplicity of the outdoor furniture will keep your outdoor space looking and feeling serene.

11. Just Add Shade

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We love a sunny day, but we also want to enjoy our outdoor spaces without the heat or bright sun chasing us indoors. When placing your outdoor furniture, be sure to consider shade and the times of day you’ll need it the most. From adding umbrellas to creating shady retreats on patios, you’ll enjoy a little break for the sun’s rays and your outdoor furniture will last longer.

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Create New Shapes

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Have some fun with your furniture. Instead of floating a rectangle table on your patio or choosing the L-shaped couch for your deck, consider furniture that creates visual interest with different shapes. Rounded chairs and couches can become standout pieces and actually offer more space to relax and entertain.

13. Create Privacy With Style

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You may like your neighbors, but when you’re outside lounging, you don’t want to lock eyes with them. To keep your view, create shade and privacy, and to add a fun design element to your outdoor space, place your outdoor furniture inside a pergola with hanging curtains. You’ll feel like you’ve added a brand new room to your home.

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Lighting

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Garden furniture: overview and options

Summer grounds and terraces can be arranged in such a cozy way that you want to stay on them even in bad weather. Summer cottage and garden furniture is the main focus of the composition for the veranda, terrace and of course the common space of the lawn. Stylish design can be created using furniture made of natural or artificial materials, as well as modern modular frameless outdoor furniture. Today, the choice of the buyer is presented with a huge selection of options from which everyone will find their own. The main thing is that the furniture is comfortable and cozy, and it can also be incredibly light and absolutely waterproof. Where to start...? nine0003

Manufacturers offer such a large selection of furniture that it is easy to choose products of different price categories and styles. However, any item must meet several requirements:

Requirements for garden furniture materials

Practicality - simple care will allow you to relax and not worry about spilled juice or a grass stain on the upholstery;

Durability – furnishings are most in demand only in the warm season. Therefore, I want the furniture to last as long as possible and not have to update the sets every year. But how do you protect your outdoor furniture from the sun and water? - we will answer in the article and even show the video! nine0003

The resistance of to temperature changes allows you not to remove products from the veranda into the house. Or use them again, indoors in the winter, but sometimes furniture from the street is not aesthetically correct to use at home, and there may not be room for storage in the garage or in the house.

Lightness - we are used to seeing outdoor furniture made of heavy materials: metal, wood, plastic. A few years ago, few people thought about something else. Pillows or mats were used as comfort, but time goes by and incredibly light and soft Ambient Lounge® garden furniture has appeared, created specifically for the street and open spaces, while the tactility and quality of the fabric is not inferior to the interior, and for example, a collection of furniture for summer cottages made of fabric Sunbrella® even surpasses it. nine0003

Comfort - everything is very simple. Furniture a priori should be comfortable and convenient, like shoes, otherwise you won’t wear the latter, and you won’t be able to sit on the furniture for a long time. This becomes especially important when you devote a lot of time to the garden and caring for it, so when a minute appears to take a break, it is necessary that the muscles feel relaxed and not be in a state of "as if it were more comfortable to net or lie down. "

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Wooden garden furniture.

Pine remains the most affordable material for the manufacture of products. More prestigious models include pieces of furniture made of oak, ash, maple.

Outdoor furniture made from wood specially treated with water-based coatings. Such compositions include natural oils that protect the material from fungi, mold. The mixtures do not emit unpleasant odors, are environmentally friendly, safe for people and animals. The special film does not crack over time, does not peel off and serves as an excellent protection against atmospheric precipitation. nine0003

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Furniture for summer cottages made of metal.

It's easy to find interesting metal furnishings for the garden. Moreover, it is better to give preference to products that have a metal frame, and not completely created from sheets. As a rule, the base is made of stainless steel or aluminum. The most popular are tables and chairs. A special advantage of the furniture is that a person of any weight can lie down on a metal deck chair. nine0003

Most often, different materials are combined in the manufacture of furniture. The seat of the chairs is covered with natural or artificial leather, and glass or wood is chosen for the table top. Metal furniture is difficult to damage even with intensive use.

Wrought iron garden furniture belongs to the same furniture variant. Wrought iron garden furniture can be a great alternative to traditional wooden benches and tables. Its strong frame will withstand any load, it will remain strong even under the influence of cold and wind. nine0003

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Stone garden furniture.

Sofas made of stone (natural) look luxurious and monumental, because stone is considered one of the most durable materials. Most often, such furniture is made of marble, granite, travertine or onyx, as well as semi-precious stones. This allows you to make them a stylish and luxurious accent of your suburban space, emphasizing your image and status at the same time. Quite a popular option for decorating landscaping and the entire exterior in luxury hotels or estates. Let's take a look at the pros and cons. nine0003

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Rattan garden furniture.

Natural rattan furniture made from peeled stems of kalamus, a type of tropical creeper that grows in great abundance in Southeast Asia.

The distribution of the creeper is so great and popular that not only household items are produced from it in the homeland, but also bridges and buildings are built, which indicates its exceptional strength and endurance. Such items are environmentally friendly because they are natural and do not cause allergies. nine0003

Rattan furniture is durable, very attractive in appearance and price. It is often supplemented with details from other materials of leather, glass and metal.

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Plastic outdoor furniture

This material is very much loved by homeowners for its affordable cost and unpretentiousness in care. Furniture can have a traditional home look or original interesting forms.

High-quality molded plastic products are not cheap, but they retain their original appearance even after several years. Most often, stools, chairs, armchairs, tables are made of plastic.

The quality of plastic furniture primarily depends on the thickness of the frame. Unfortunately, there are a large number of dubious manufacturers on the market who are engaged in the mass production of plastic outdoor furniture, without paying due attention to production technology. If you decide to buy furniture for summer cottages made of plastic, then remember that any scratches that appear on the product cannot be removed. Therefore, protect plastic furniture from shock and friction. nine0003

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Frameless outdoor furniture

Frameless furniture is the most modern option for outdoor and garden furniture. Available in a variety of finishes, including a variety of fabrics, including completely waterproof, which can be used near the water. If necessary, frameless furniture can be easily removed or folded, which usually helps a lot when it is necessary to accommodate a large number of guests who have come to the holiday. nine0003

Ambient Lounge® produces frameless furniture in two classes - Gold Class and Silver Class, from which amazingly shaped designer outdoor furniture sets are assembled.

At the same time, the style and beauty of outdoor furniture goes hand in hand with technology. Handcrafted internal elasticity system, tested and manufactured to the highest precision, these elements are carefully designed with one goal in mind - to give the chair superior structure and back support while maintaining exceptional aesthetic beauty. Just sit down and make sure you are comfortable! nine0003

Premium fabrics are made from soft, ribbed, waterproof materials that are highly resistant to UV fading. They absolutely do not absorb moisture and perfectly repel water. Due to the waterproof surface, they are easy to wash from any dirt.

The SmartVent™ Air Ventilation System allows furniture and your body to breathe, reducing overheating and sweating. For ease of use, we have invented and patented Funnelweb™, a convenient pellet filling system. It is hermetically attached to furniture and with its help you can always adjust the softness of your chair: make it denser or softer, at your discretion - and you can also completely pour out the filler and wash the cover! nine0003

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