The Best Garden Furniture Available online

If you’re planning to entertain friends or enjoy al fresco dining, good garden furniture is essential. Whether you’re looking for a stylish patio set like this one from Dunelm (now half-price), or something as simple as a garden sofa, there are plenty of options to suit your aesthetic.

From classic rattan to teak and acacia, these garden furniture webshops will help you elevate your backyard or balcony.

Rattan

Whether it’s a classic French cafe-style set like Very’s or a contemporary bistro-look design from OKA, the right rattan furniture will bring a timeless elegance to your garden.

They’re also the most versatile of all the garden furniture materials, being able to be left outside throughout the year in any weather, although it’s best to buy a waterproof cover for them and brush off any dried mud.

Look for fully-assembled rattan sets to ensure they last a long time. Those that come flat-packed or self-assembled will have screws holding the frames together, rather than being welded and stronger, so they may not be as durable. The good news is that most quality rattan is now made using eco (synthetic) or PE (polyethylene) rattan, which can be woven around a cast aluminum frame to provide a more durable and sturdy piece of furniture.

Metal

Whether you’re hosting a barbeque, kicking off al fresco dining season, or simply relaxing in the sun on your new

garden lounger, investing in quality furniture is essential. Luckily, plenty of high street and online retailers have

recently launched outdoor collections that will take your garden to the next level.

The likes of Heal’s and Oka have crafted modern Scandi looks for their outdoor lines that combine contemporary

design with natural materials such as rattan. Heal’s also carries metal garden furniture pieces that ooze rustic vibes, such as their woven stools and coffee tables. It’s also worth checking out the brand’s selection of long chairs, referred to as chaise longue, for some laid-back relaxation. They look especially chic when teamed with cushions and throws.

Teak

Often referred to as the ‘king of woods’, teak is a close-grained tropical hardwood that is durable and water resistant. It comes from the Tectona grandis tree, which is found throughout South and Southeast Asia, and has

been used in luxury carpentry for centuries.

Whether you prefer it aged to beautiful silvery gray or kept clean with a honey-golden finish, a premium outdoor teak garden furniture set will last for decades to come. But if you are looking to buy teak that is ethically sourced

and sustainable, you’ll want to be careful to shop with reputable retailers.

Look for consistent, tight, and straight grain and a slightly oily feel to the wood. Avoid buying teak that has a wavy or interlocked grain, or that feels too light for its size.

Acacia

Whether you have a large garden or simply a small patio, introducing acacia furniture is a quick and easy way to upgrade your outdoor space. The wood is renowned for its beauty, with some varieties even boasting exotic grain patterns that make it ideal for a dining table or coffee table.

Another reason to invest in acacia furniture is its durability. The wood is resistant to fungi and water, and it’s also harder than oak and hickory.

Additionally, wood is a sustainable resource and can be fashioned into a variety of home decor pieces. This includes kitchen accessories like a solid acacia wood cutting board or cheeseboard, and sturdy bookcases.