What you need to know before buying outdoor furniture

Having good patio furniture brings great comfort and functionality to outdoor spaces, whether your home has a large garden or just a small deck. Inviting your family or friends for a barbecue and enjoying the outdoors is an incomparable experience.

In the past in Australia it wasn’t given much importance, but nowadays outdoor spaces require careful planning so as not to clash with the decoration of the home. Here are some tips on how to buy outdoor furniture without spending too much. Stores like IKEA, Fantastic Furniture, West Elm and Freedom are great places to start.

Comfort Matters

Before you buy outdoor furniture, you need to try it out just like you would indoor furniture. Not only should it be attractive, but it should also be comfortable. If you spend a lot of hours outside, the ideal is to choose a set of chairs or armchairs that have cushions or that can recline.

Think about storage

You'll give your patio furniture more years of life if you store it in a place that protects it from the sun's rays or extreme cold. In the seasons when you won't be using them, a garage or basement will be ideal for storage.

Hard furniture such as teak chairs or wrought iron sofas last longer if they are sheltered. If you don't have a lot of storage space, it's best to look for patio furniture that folds up and can be easily disassembled.

Match the color to the interior

Although wood tones are very common, we should not limit our choice. Other colors such as white, black, wicker or metal pieces will be ideal to combine with indoor furniture for its neutrality.

An option so that you do not find a monochromatic color palette boring is to combine these pieces of furniture with colorful pillows or various decorative pieces that could enhance the space.

Invest in quality

If you plan to make the expense, the ideal thing to do is to choose quality outdoor furniture. You may pay a little more money, but you won't have to regret it later. Plastic tables and chairs are functional, although too much exposure to the sun can end up drying out the furniture.

Some products made of wood or wicker have the same problem, unless they have been specially treated beforehand. Be attentive to the opinions of other consumers or specialized personnel before buying.

Look for dual-use furniture

It’s a good idea to buy furniture or accessories that can be used for more than one purpose. A rug can be used as extra seating at your next party, for example. The more versatile the furniture or accessory, the better for you. You save money and have dual functionality. They are also ideal for small spaces.

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