Wicker Outdoor Furniture
Traditional & Synthetic Types

What is it about wicker outdoor furniture that just says "charm!".

It's probably because it's associated wit those old fashioned porches displaying those comfy wicker rocking chairs. A bygone era. Wicker is the outdoor furniture choice of many. There is lots of different kinds of wicker available depending on your taste.

Traditional wicker is woven and you'll see various patterns...for very tight to an open look.

This type of wicker can be white, natural or painted a fun color like red, blue, green and so on.

It will need some re-painting as the years go by.

It also can unravel, but there are compnaies who do this type of repair.

There are also synthetic versions. Some types are very inexpensive while others are made of a very high quality and come with an impressive warranty.

I had traditional wicker for years and years. The look is great and if you are a purest, that is the way to go. However, I eventually wanted outdoor furniture with less upkeep and opted for a high end synthetic wicker. It's a natural color and does look good. After a few years, it looks the same as when I purchased it.

Although not a necessity, outdoor cushions usually go with outdoor wicker furniture. You can go for a solid fabric or a pattern. Patterned furniture cushions hide any dirt better than solid ones. You can choose from more subdued patterns or go with a bright and cheery one. Upscale fabrics, like Sunbrella, resist fading and will definitely last longer than your every day fabrics.

You will find wicker outdoor furniture in dining sets, rocking chairs, club chairs, sofas, love seats and coffee tables.

Wicker furniture, whether typical wicker or the synthetic kind, is best used in covered areas, such as outdoor garden rooms, porches, beneath outdoor pergolas, or in gazebos. Some companies state it can be used out in the open. However, there are better choices for exposed outdoor areas, such as aluminum or wood outdoor furniture.