Outdoor Furniture Essentials
Your dream alfresco is complete and you’re almost ready to show it off and enjoy – all you need are your outdoor furniture essentials.
There are so many choices available these days, which can be an exciting adventure deciding what to have – or it can be slightly overwhelming.
Here are three things to consider to help you furnish your dream alfresco.
1. How will you use your space?
Do you host more formal style dinners, with beautifully presented dishes to everyone sitting at a dining table? If so, then choosing a sleek outdoor modular dining setting can create a more modern and structured style. If you have a larger space, adding a modular style lounge and modern outdoor chairs will add to the look (as well as offer additional seating). Or, if you do want to soften the look slightly, you can always accessorise with beautiful outdoor cushions.
Alternatively, a natural-product dining setting (such as wicker or wood) with comfy chairs can create a more comfortable and relaxed environment. Or forgo a dining setting altogether and fill your patio or pergola with comfy outdoor sofas and ottomans.
No matter what your style is, if you entertain large numbers, consider using an outdoor dining setting with an extension table.
And, if your outdoor space allows, you can choose both an outdoor dining setting and a modular lounge. However, if you only have space for one, let how you plan on using your alfresco be your guide.
2. Colour
Most outdoor furniture offers a range of colour choices, which can make it tempting to choose ultra-trendy colours. If you plan on updating the look of your alfresco area regularly, then this may be a good option for you.
Alternatively, selecting classic colours and looks offers you more longevity and usually a wider choice of styles.
3. Care
Like colour options, you also have the choice of a large variety of different furniture types. The great thing is that most modern outdoor furniture have easy care and maintenance. The key thing to remember is that quality matters, and like so many purchases, you will get what you pay for.
You can help preserve and protect your outdoor furniture from the effects of weather by storing it for part of the year (usually winter). If you’re going to do this then choose outdoor furniture that is easily stackable.
And, if you really hate looking after your furniture some of the most durable outdoor furniture materials include aluminium and all-weather wicker furniture.
Use these outdoor furniture essentials tips to complete your dream alfresco.
