When evaluating outdoor furniture, you're likely to look for many of the same characteristics as indoor tables, chairs, and sofas—durability, comfort, and style (and, of course, price). The main difference, however, is that patio furniture must withstand the weather outside. While there is hardly any patio furniture that is 100% weatherproof, there are big differences depending on the materials used.
Wood has been a popular furniture raw material for thousands of years. It has natural beauty, is generally easy to use, and provides a sturdy frame for tables, chairs, benches, and other furniture. However, when it comes to outdoor use, not all woods are created equal. Many softwoods, such as pressure-treated pine, cedar, and fir, are inexpensive and widely used in interior furniture, but do not hold up well against severe weather and require ongoing protection when not in use. Hardwoods, on the other hand, are stronger, resist weather damage, and can last for decades if handled properly. On the downside, they are generally more difficult to form and generally more expensive than cork. However, there are also major differences between hardwoods.
Vine is a climbing vine native to palm trees in the tropical jungles of Malaysia, Asia, China, and the Philippines. The inner strands of this vine are used to weave wicker furniture, while the outer bark is used to make rattan products. Rattan is malleable, so it is widely used to make furniture. Rattan is easy to bend or bend and weave together to make great and durable outdoor and indoor furniture. It has a pale golden hue that gives it a tropical island feel. The material is lightweight and practically impenetrable. It moves around easily and can withstand extreme temperatures, humidity, and insects. Rattan material is considered a work of art of nature, ropes or stems are packed together in perfect position and natural design. The material is favored for its form and design. Rattan is cheaper and more cost-effective than other wood or rattan furniture.
