Outdoor or Terrace Furniture
What kinds of materials are there?
Keys to choose the right furniture
Do you know the different types of materials and their characteristics for the manufacture of patio or outdoor furniture? Resins, Aluminum, Wood, Huitex, Natural fibers ...
Temperatures rise and with them our desire to enjoy the terrace, balcony or porch. A table, some chairs, plants and flowers and some candles ... No matter how small the space is, don't give up your place under the sun. Or under the moon.
Whether it is a deck, a patio, a terrace or a garden, we need some outdoor furniture. These are placed outdoors and come in a wide variety of price ranges and styles, but what all of this outdoor furniture should have in common is its resistance to the elements, primarily the sun and water. As for trends, the eastern line continues in force also in outdoor spaces, while we are witnessing a renewal in the essence of the structures. Terrace furniture is born from new synthetic and waterproof fabrics, plastics that imitate natural fibers and new woods such as acacia or eucalyptus, less protected than teak, but equally decorative.
Depending on the styles and needs of outdoor furniture, individual pieces and furniture units can be selected. These are some types of furniture.
Resin Furniture
Resin furniture also known as plastic, polyurethane or huitex are one of the most popular options that we can find to equip the exterior spaces of our houses. They are resistant to weathering and water and are very easy to clean.
They are also very light and durable.
This type of outdoor furniture is usually the cheapest and the easiest to find. Today, their versatility in models and trends make them the most popular products in style and price.
Those who have a natural appearance triumph: those who imitate straw, sisal and enea.
As for the colors and styles, there is a wide range that will make this type of furniture the most recurring option. For price, design and maintenance.
Aluminum Furniture
This type of furniture is very functional and practical, thermo lacquered aluminum is highly recommended in coastal areas, its resistance to erosion is superior to that of resin furniture.
Its design is usually modern, although there is a combination of woods, braids, resins and upholstery that make for an enormous variety in models and prices.
The combination of tops with glass, porcelain and wood can add even more naturalness to the design.
The variety in sofas, chaise lounges, tables and chairs is huge.
Wooden furniture
Wood is usually the first option you think of when looking for outdoor furniture. It's a natural, strong and durable material when it's well cared for, and they bring style like no other. However, wood is not without its drawbacks. Without proper maintenance, the wood fades to gray tones, is susceptible to insect attack, and rust from hardware (if any) can stain it.
The best outdoor woods are Teak, Iroko and Acacia, as they are strong woods that better resist the effects of weather.
They are furniture that can last a lifetime with proper care. Most people do not buy them because they think they are very expensive to maintain, but for cleaning we can simply use water and neutral soap. At least once a year we should apply some protective oil, simply with a brush or roller quickly.
Wood and wrought iron: fashion binomial
Tropical woods, increasingly protected, are being replaced by more controlled ones such as acacia or eucalyptus, treated with special varnishes or oils. To lighten them, they are combined with galvanized iron, steel and graphite powder-coated aluminum. The result: strong and light furniture at the same time.
Furniture in wrought iron and cast aluminum
This type of furniture has been superseded in recent years by other materials, however, cast aluminum is the strongest thing that exists for outdoors.
The designs are usually more classic, although perhaps the main drawback, to say the least, would be the weight. Although if what you are looking for is to provide warmth and quality, this type of furniture meets all those characteristics.
Natural fiber furniture
Materials such as bamboo or wicker are also common for the manufacture of outdoor furniture. They offer a natural and elegant appearance, together with a feeling of lightness, ideal to adjust to a multitude of styles.
Its main disadvantages are that dirt can accumulate inside the braid and that it can also weaken over time.
Although they are used outdoors and are suitable for it, it is not convenient to leave them exposed to the rain.
