Comfort, style and durability are three attributes most customers look for when purchasing patio furniture supplies. To get these qualities from your patio furniture manufacturer, it is wise to do research.
As for wood options, teak is considered to be the top pick due to its natural weather-resilient qualities and relatively expensive cost. Eucalyptus makes an attractive and cost-effective alternative that offers similar looks.
Teak
Teak wood is an exquisite and reliable material to use when designing outdoor furniture, thanks to its natural oils that protect it from moisture, making it resistant to rot and mildew. Although suitable for year-round exposure in any climate, seasonal changes in humidity or temperature may cause it to crack over time.
Grade A teak furniture offers the highest level of quality. Crafted from heartwood from fully mature trees, Grade A ensures more stable furniture with no knots or irregularities in its surface, which may cost more than lower grades but more than pays off in terms of stability and long-term investment. If the environment is of concern to you, FSC-certified teak harvests come from plantations farms which meet stringent standards of harvesting.
When selecting a teak dining table and chairs set, take into account your budget, style preferences, and how you plan to maintain it. If you reside in an area with heavy snowfall, such as Wyoming or Minnesota, extra care may need to be taken when cleaning or storing it at the end of each season in order to prevent damage due to accumulation.
Teak furniture’s natural oils protect it against rain, mold and mildew, but this protection won’t last. Over time it will start to weather and turn gray; vendors may recommend oiling it to slow this process; but before taking this course of action it is wise to carefully evaluate risks versus desired visual effect.
Teak wood offers more than durability and aesthetics – it has some other desirable attributes that make it a fantastic choice for patio furniture. One such perk is its naturally UV-blocking properties which help it withstand sunlight, making it the ideal material for sunny environments such as Southern California.
When purchasing teak patio furniture sets, look for pieces made with mortise-and-tenon joinery – an age-old technique for creating sturdy connections – as these will ensure long-term stability. Also look out for furniture with slatted tops and angled legs as these add visual interest and visual texture to the space. Teak can also come in both formal and organic shapes; pair a rectangular dining table with round outdoor armchairs; soften more formal settings by including accessories with round surfaces like side tables and vases to bring balance into any setting.
IPE
Ipe (pronounced ee-pay) is an impeccably harvested tropical hardwood with unmatched beauty, durability and strength. As one of the hardest woods available for outdoor use – twice as hard and dense than teak and virtually indestructible by pests such as termites or carpenter ants – ipe is one of the best choices available to protect patio furniture in wet environments or around pools; its superior fire ratings outshone other popular patio materials too!
Jensen Outdoor furniture uses only FSC-Certified Ipe timbers, helping preserve millions of acres of dry tropical forests while safeguarding workers who harvest it. Ipe’s natural chocolate brown color enhances any landscape or lifestyle and only gets better with age; while its distinctive grain pattern offers natural slip resistance for safe pool patio furniture or perimeters of fire pits and fireplaces.
Our collection of Ipe wood patio furniture offers a selection of frames and furniture styles designed for all types of outdoor living spaces. Ranging from traditional Opal and Coral collections to transitional Sky and Sorrento styles, you can create complete dining groups, conversational groupings or entire outdoor rooms using chairs, benches and tables from these collections. Additionally, Sunbrella cushions make lounging on your deck even more luxurious!
Jensen Outdoor offers industry-leading 10-year warranties for its wood outdoor furniture frames, welds and craftsmanship. Our team of experts are always on hand to answer questions or assist with the ordering process.
Jensen Outdoor offers an exceptional collection of luxury wood outdoor furniture. Choose from their Opal and Coral collections for dining tables, lounge chairs and more featuring stunning Ipe frames. Ordering their Penofin Ipe After Care Kit will protect this premium wood patio furniture against harsh weather conditions; it includes 32-oz can of cypress stain and brightener to keep it in top condition for years to come!
Aluminum
Aluminum furniture is an ideal option for patio use as it resists weathering and does not deteriorate over time, making it perfect for hot and humid climates. Aluminum pieces come in all styles and sizes from chairs and lounges to dining sets and side tables – plus it is easy to find pieces that complement your outdoor space perfectly!
Aluminum’s durability also makes it a smart choice for restaurants with outdoor patios, where patio furniture made of this material must withstand heavy foot traffic and spills from busy restaurant service. Furthermore, its cleaning requirements are less intensive than some other materials so grime and stains won’t build up over time.
One of the key advantages of aluminum patio furniture is that it does not rust like iron and steel furniture does, making it especially beneficial if you live near salt water and marine fog. You can further protect it with powder protective coating.
Aluminum furniture is highly durable, making it less susceptible to scratches and other forms of damage than other metal options. Plus, its lightweight frame makes it easier for rearrangement or seasonal changes than heavier furniture would be. Due to this lightweight nature however, high winds could easily blow it away; to protect it against such blowback it would be wise to invest in heavy-duty patio furniture covers to protect your aluminum pieces from the elements.
When purchasing aluminum patio furniture, look for signs of quality such as welded frames with smooth welds, as well as powder coating free of bubbles, blotches or stippling. Powder coated versions tend to outlive spray painted versions in terms of longevity; you may wish to protect its surface using vehicle wax as an extra measure. If any questions about its quality arises while making your decision, reach out directly to the manufacturer – they should be able to tell more about the pieces available and help guide your selection process.
Steel
Patio furniture made of metal can add an elegant aesthetic to outdoor areas, from bistro sets made of iron to sleek stainless steel lounge chairs. However, these pieces may not fare as well in environments with constantly shifting weather conditions; for instance, certain metals absorb and transfer heat easily, becoming brittle in cold climates or rusting in wet ones – while others cannot withstand wind resistance. Patio furniture suppliers should therefore carefully evaluate which metals would best serve each weather/temperature condition, their cost-effectiveness weight and durability when making decisions when selecting their metal supply chains.
Aluminum, stainless steel and wrought iron are popular materials used to manufacture metal patio furniture. Each offers distinct advantages for those shopping for durable yet attractive outdoor furnishings. According to Marianne Lipanovich of Houzz’s article about aluminum as a cost-effective option with easy maintenance requirements that has rust resistance benefits when coated with powder coating; especially if this layer is baked onto its surface with powder coating technology.
Wrought and cast iron patio furniture add classic elegance to gardens and outdoor spaces with its intricate designs and ornate details, yet these materials can also be quite heavy for some individuals to move or stack easily when making room for guests or extra tables and chairs. Furthermore, this type of patio furniture tends to respond differently depending on the temperature – becoming either hot or cold when placed outside in direct sunlight.
Iron furniture can also be susceptible to rust stains from chlorinated and salt water environments like pools or oceans, which corrodes its frame and leaves orange rust stains on pool decks, patios or other surfaces. Therefore, buyers who are shopping for pool furniture should opt for steel instead of iron to avoid these costly and unsightly rust stains.
As well as taking into account these factors, homeowner budget is also an important consideration when purchasing a metal patio set. Stainless and galvanized steel tend to be less costly than other forms of metal, plus these two varieties resist corrosion better than aluminum.