The weather&#;s on the up and up, so it&#;s time to purchase your new patio furniture for summer! Styling your outdoor space is a fun process, but there are a few things to consider before jumping into buying your new pieces.
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Outer&#;s mission is to make it easier for you and your family to get outside and enjoy being there! We consider ourselves outdoor furniture pros, so it&#;s safe to say we know a thing or two about choosing the perfect furniture to make your outdoor space somewhere you love to be.
Here are our top tips for choosing the best patio furniture pieces for your style, needs, and budget.
The first step in selecting your new patio furniture is to figure out exactly how much space you have to work with.
There&#;s no point in doing all of your thorough research, falling in love with a piece of furniture, and then realizing it won&#;t even fit on your patio.
Take accurate measurements of your total outdoor area&#;s length and width before narrowing down how much of the space you want to be filled with furniture. Remember: you still need room to move around comfortably without running into a sofa!
If you have a large outdoor space to work with, consider splitting the area into multiple zones, such as seating and dining, to create a functional space.
Our 5-Piece Outdoor Sofa is the perfect outdoor seating set for medium to large backyards, allowing conversations to flow without taking up too much room. If you&#;ve got a bigger outdoor space to fill, a piece such as our 7-Piece Outdoor U Sectional might be a better fit!
Something else to consider is whether or not you&#;re styling multiple spaces and how they&#;ll flow. Even if you&#;re styling a front porch and a back patio, you&#;ll want to have some cohesion between the two spaces.
Consider planning ahead to ensure your outdoor areas work well together and provide multiple places for you and your guests to spread out and enjoy your home.
For tips on how to arrange your space, check out this video!
Your patio furniture needs will depend on what you&#;re planning on using your outdoor space for.
Do you have a large family? Do you entertain regularly? How much seating do you need, and which type of seating works best for you? These are all questions to ask yourself when it comes to planning your purchase.
Consider the who, what, when, where, and why to help you figure out exactly what pieces would best suit your needs. For example:
If you&#;re replacing an existing piece, you may already have some idea of the type of furniture you need. If you&#;re styling a new space, this allows you to branch out and have a little fun with your new outdoor area.
As you can see, you probably have a lot to think about when it comes to determining your patio furniture needs! Start brainstorming, and be realistic about the various ways you want to use your outdoor space.
Feeling stuck? Take our quick Configuration Quiz to help you determine which patio furniture pieces will best suit your space!
And if you&#;re craving a little customization, why not build your own Outer piece to ensure your new patio furniture is created specifically for your space?
One of the most nerve-wracking things about choosing patio furniture for your deck, patio, or backyard is coming up with a layout that you love.
You&#;ve already measured the area to make sure the biggest pieces will fit, but how are you going to arrange them to make the most of the space?
If you&#;re early on in the shopping process, you don&#;t have the actual pieces in front of you, but you can still play with various layouts to see what works for you. How?
Disassemble a large box and cut it to the dimensions of the furniture you&#;re planning on buying. If you don&#;t have a large enough box, tape some printer paper together or unfold old newspapers to the proper shape.
You&#;ve just created the footprint of the pieces you&#;re thinking about buying. No need to try to visualize what the sofa, chairs, and table will look like here and there.
With the paper or cardboard, you can try various layouts without the backbreaking work of moving furniture this way and that. You can even have a seat and test whether you like the view.
You might discover that your initial plan won&#;t work as well as you first thought. You might even discover that you can accommodate more pieces &#; and, thereby, more family and friends.
Once you have the layout firmly in mind, you&#;ll be better equipped to choose the best pieces of patio furniture for your needs.
While you&#;re testing various layouts, be sure to arrange the patio furniture to allow flow between various zones and around the space as a whole.
If you&#;re entertaining guests and there&#;s likely to be food and drink, you don&#;t want the furniture packed so tightly that getting from the grill to a seat is like running an obstacle course (with a full plate and a cup of liquid to make it even more difficult).
Even if there&#;s no food, patio furniture that&#;s crammed together can detract from the look and feel of the whole area.
If your patio has multiple zones, allow for easy and unobstructed flow from the seating area to the fire pit to the dining table and all points beyond. Similarly, if your furniture is going to be set up in or along a high-traffic area, make sure you leave plenty of room for foot traffic.
For example, if your patio furniture is between your back door and another major landmark (such as the backyard or pool), you don&#;t want to make people go out of their way to get where they&#;re going. As much as possible, maintain a straight line from point A to point B.
It&#;s also useful to keep the main paths of travel clear so you can carry loads in and out without having to first move furniture out of the way.
When all is said and done, open space and flow are as important as the right patio furniture for creating an inviting and festive atmosphere wherever you tend to gather.
When picking the build material for your patio furniture, consider two important variables:
Furniture comes in all kinds of materials these days from concrete, glass-reinforced concrete, steel, and stainless steel to teak, aluminum, copper, stone, and even wicker.
Some materials &#; like steel, aluminum, and stone &#; are sturdier and will last for decades. Other materials &#; like wicker and copper &#; are more fragile and might only last for a few years. Be sure to choose the material that&#;s right for your purposes.
That said, don&#;t discount personal preference. If you absolutely love the look and feel of wicker but your research suggests that it won&#;t last as long as steel or aluminum, don&#;t dismiss what you feel right away.
You&#;re going to be using and looking at this furniture for years to come. If you&#;re constantly thinking about the teak sectional you passed on because an aluminum version lasts longer, it&#;s going to detract from the overall enjoyment of your outdoor space.
Choose the build material that you love, but don&#;t discount durability in the process.
Unless your outdoor space is covered all year long, the weather in your area becomes a very important factor when choosing the right patio furniture.
Most people plan for their furniture and set it up on nice days when it&#;s not too hot and not too cold. But your area may only get a handful of those days every year. What about the other 350-or-so days?
Before you buy, consider these important questions:
Hot and dry conditions can make some woods splinter and crack, while wet conditions can promote rot. Strong winds can send lighter furniture flying, but some heavier metals don&#;t do well in salty air.
The answers to the questions above will show you what conditions your furniture needs to be able to handle on a regular basis. You may even find that you can eliminate certain options because they aren&#;t right for the climate in which you live.
When shopping for patio furniture, one of the best things you can do is try before you buy. Some furniture may look good in a catalog, on the internet, or even in person, but, once you sit on it, you may discover that it&#;s not quite right for you.
The cushions may be too thin. The back may be too upright or too laid back. The armrests may not be at a comfortable height. All of these factors can transform a good-looking sofa or loveseat into something that doesn&#;t fit your personal preferences.
We always recommend testing out any patio furniture before you buy. That&#;s why we&#;ve set up over 1,000 Neighborhood Showrooms across the country.
Visit LiveOuter.com to find a showroom near you. Request an in-person visit or connect with a Host virtually (our Outer Concierges will help coordinate all the details). This allows you to experience Outer products in person and get honest reviews from real customers.
If a virtual tour is more your style, you can choose to connect with a Showroom Host via text, , video chat, or to learn more about Outer products and the many benefits you can enjoy.
While most outdoor furniture can stay outside all year long without risk of damage to the build material itself, allowing snow to pile up on the surface could lead to rust and mildew.
If you live in a climate where significant snowfall is a regular occurrence, it&#;s best to either cover the furniture during the winter or store it indoors until the weather changes.
Similarly, if the winter months are too cool or are rife with rain, and you won&#;t be using your furniture all that much, move it into a covered space to keep it clean and ready to go for the warm season.
Keep in mind this may take some planning before you buy. Do you have a shed, barn, or garage with enough space to accommodate your patio furniture during the off-season?
Or, do you have tarps large enough to cover the bulk of the furniture to keep water and snow off? Do you have a way of securing the covers so that wind doesn&#;t dislodge them and allow moisture underneath?
All of these are factors to consider before you buy an outdoor chair, loveseat, sofa, or sectional for your patio, deck, or backyard.
Plan ahead for the storage you need to avoid stress and headaches later on.
Whether you&#;re looking for a spacious outdoor sectional or searching for the perfect outdoor armchair, quality matters!
Investing in high-quality pieces is the key to ensuring you and your new patio furniture live a long and happy life together.
Opting for cheaper patio furniture often means settling for cheaper materials that won&#;t last nearly as long. This furniture also usually includes cheaper construction, little (if any) warranties, and non-existent customer support throughout the life of your furniture.
All this leads to more outdoor furniture ending up in landfills sooner &#; and you needing to buy a whole new set again. The cost of quality outdoor furniture upfront saves you money over the lifetime of the product.
During your patio furniture research, keep an eye out for a list of hardwearing materials that will last you for many years to come.
It&#;s also important to check the warranty of your new patio furniture before purchasing to ensure you&#;re covered if something were to happen.
All Outer patio furniture is built using hand-woven, all-weather wicker and rust-proof steel legs that can stand up to heat, rain, wind, and snow. That means your new Outer patio furniture isn&#;t going anywhere anytime soon!
But our quality doesn&#;t end there!
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We designed our cushions to be just as comfortable as your bed on the inside and completely stain-resistant on the outside. So, whether you&#;ve spilled some of your favorite wine (typically a true horror story!) or your pup snuck onto the sofa with muddy paws, Outer&#;s got your back.
For peace of mind, you can order swatches directly from us to feel the difference in our cushion cover fabrics for yourself! And, of course, this also helps to make sure you love the color of your new patio furniture before you commit.
As well as being 100% recyclable to help out our planet, all Outer furniture is designed and built to be totally life-proof, because life&#;s too short to be stressed over cleaning cushion covers!
Outer Wicker Outdoor L Sectional - 4 SeatLet&#;s talk about the elephant in the room: maintaining your patio furniture. No one wants to think about cleaning, but it&#;s a necessary evil!
At Outer, we believe your new patio furniture should be effortless to clean and simple to protect. We designed our pieces to make it easy for you to maintain that just-bought look and feel.
You already know our cushion covers are stain-resistant (we&#;re talking bleach, mold, dirt, UV rays &#; the whole enchilada!). But what you may not know is that all Outer furniture has a hidden protective feature built right in.
Our OuterShell&#; cover is tucked neatly behind your patio furniture cushions. To protect your furniture when it&#;s not in use, simply pull the cover over the top and you&#;re good to go!
Outer Teak Outdoor Armchair Conversation SetThis keeps your Outer patio furniture clean, dry, and ready to use at the drop of a hat.
If you&#;re after some extra protection, we&#;ve also designed all-weather covers for an added layer of defense. Yes, we really have thought of everything!
No outdoor space is truly complete without the addition of some functional accessories to add a sense of comfort and bring your patio to life.
The use of bright, colorful throws, blankets, and cushions is a simple way to add personality to your patio furniture. We also love side tables, plants, firepits, candles &#; the possibilities are endless when it comes to styling your new patio furniture!
To tie everything together and bring warmth to your space, our eco-friendly outdoor rugs are a must-have. Not only do they look stylish, but each rug is also made from 1,188 recycled bottles (yes, seriously!), so they&#;re incredibly durable and great for the planet.
Styling your new Outer outdoor rug is a breeze thanks to its neutral tones &#; it goes with everything and fits with just about every design style out there.
Take a peek at Outer&#;s virtual backyard Showrooms to explore your furniture options and see how other Outer lovers creatively styled their patio pieces. Warning: exploring these virtual Showrooms may cause major patio envy!
If you&#;re struggling with the combination of patio furniture to buy or how to set it up in your space, modular options might be the solution.
Our Teak Six-Seat Outdoor U-Shaped Sectional includes one armless loveseat, two sectional chairs, and two armless chairs.
This allows you to set it up in its regular U-shaped configuration at the start of the evening, move the pieces to fit your needs as the evening progresses, and then quickly and easily return the five seats to their original positions when the party&#;s over.
The flexibility inherent in modular patio furniture also makes other activities possible that might have been out of the question with individual pieces.
For example, a separate loveseat and chairs don&#;t really allow for reclining. But a modular set, like our Aluminum Seven-Seat Outdoor U Sectional, allows you to combine a loveseat and chair end to end, giving you plenty of space to stretch out for a nap, a relaxing afternoon with a book, or a cozy evening by the fire.
Choosing the perfect patio furniture for your needs isn&#;t always easy! You&#;ll want to make sure you&#;re considering all aspects, from the size and amount of seating you need right down to the ease of cleaning and protection you&#;re looking for.
Whether you&#;re relaxing after a long day of work or entertaining your friends and family on the weekend, Outer is here to help you bring life back outside!
Transform your outdoor area with patio furniture like our 5-Piece Outdoor Sofa and our Outdoor Armchairs, paired with neutral rugs and fun accessories to bring your space to life.
Great patio furniture brings comfort and function to your outdoor spaces. A basic stone patio can be transformed into an alfresco dining destination with a spacious table and comfortable patio seating. Outfit a porch with a wicker sofa and classic outdoor rocking chair, both topped with plush cushions, and it can quickly become a second family room during the warm weather months. Small spaces such as balconies and pocket gardens will beckon you outside when complemented with the right patio furniture. Use the following tips to choose the best outdoor furniture for your patio. Thoughtful planning will help make your backyard your new favorite spot for lounging, dining, and entertaining.
Edmund Barr
1. Make a List of Patio Furniture Needs
Begin by thinking about how you'd like your outdoor space to function. For example, do you want it to serve as a dining area on warm summer nights? Do you plan to host your next dinner party or your child's birthday party in the space? Or do you envision a peaceful reading nook with comfy and welcoming patio seating tucked into your outdoor room?
Make a list of the activities you'd like to do in the space and use it as a guide to determine what type of patio furniture is necessary. For example, if the primary function of your 12x16-foot patio is to host casual evening cocktails, there's no need for a dining table. Instead, opt for ample comfortable seating, several side tables, and a fire pit.
Dustin Peck
2. Try Patio Seating Before You Buy
When shopping for patio chairs and sofas, take a seat before buying. Patio furniture will likely be used regularly, especially during the warmer months, so it's essential that the seating is comfortable. You and your guests will be less likely to enjoy your patio if it's outfitted with uninviting furniture. Look for pieces with backs and plush cushions on the seats or cozy up metal and wood furniture with fluffy pillows for the utmost comfort. Make sure all fabrics are weather-resistant to prevent color-fading or mildew growth.
Brian Gomsak
3. Go for Easy-Care Outdoor Furniture
Reserve the bulk of your outside hours to enjoy your living space instead of maintaining the furniture. Search for easy-care patio furniture to minimize the need for upkeep. Most metal, teak, cedar, and all-weather wicker pieces can stand up to whatever nature throws their way. With a bit of regular cleaning, furniture made using these forgiving materials will look wonderful for years. You can also accessorize patio furniture with outdoor cushions and pillows with removable covers that can be easily tossed in the washing machine.
Kritsada Panichgul
4. Consider Storage for Your Patio Furniture
Add years to the life of your patio furniture by storing it in a protected location during the off-season. A garage, basement, or shed will shield pieces from the elements to prevent damage or additional wear. Even the toughest patio furniture, such as teak chairs or a wrought-iron settee, will last longer if it's placed in storage when not in use. If your storage space is limited, look for patio furniture that folds or can be easily taken apart for compact storage. Stackable chairs can also help maximize storage space when patio season ends.
Edward Gohlich
5. Match Colors to Your Outdoor Decor
When purchasing patio furniture, you're not limited to neutral colors or the natural tones of wood. Wicker, wood, and metal pieces now come in a wide variety of colorful finishes. Look for furnishings that play up colors found in your landscaping, your home's exterior, or your other outdoor decor. A DIY paint job can quickly perk up patio furniture with any hue if the right color isn't available. Reserve bolder tones for cushions and accent pieces. These items will likely be used less often, resulting in less wear, and are less expensive to replace.
Victoria Pearson
6. Invest in Quality Patio Furniture
The old adage "you get what you pay for" is generally true for patio furniture. Plastic resin chairs or side tables, for example, might look great on the shelf and will keep their good looks for a year or two out in the sun, but in time they'll become brittle and lose their vibrant coloring. The same is true for some wood products and wicker pieces. Shop with care, checking consumer reports and reviews before making a big purchase. If you're sticking to a budget, plan to splurge on items that will be used most often, such as comfortable patio seating or a durable dining table. You can save money on smaller accessories such as pillows and accent tables.
David A Land
7. Add Outdoor Rugs for Color and Comfort
Ground patio furniture by placing it on an all-weather rug. Textile advancements in recent years have brought many quick-drying outdoor rugs to the market. Soft underfoot and rich in texture, an outdoor rug will lend the comforts of indoors to your patio or deck. Choose a color and pattern that coordinates with your other furniture and decor to tie your outdoor space together. Make sure it's rated for outdoor use before buying.
8. Search for Dual-Purpose Patio Furniture
Look for hardworking furniture to make the most of your space and budget. Pieces that serve multiple purposes can eliminate purchasing additional furniture and leave more room for your favorite outdoor activities. For example, an ottoman or garden stool can double as extra patio seating for guests. A simple bench can stand alone or cozy up to an alfresco dining table. Choose patio furniture with function in mind to take full advantage of frequently used outdoor spaces.
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