Which materials are suitable for outdoor furniture use? and which material will last the longest? In terms of overall durability and performance, the top outdoor furniture materials are synthetic materials like PE wicker, metal materials like aluminum, and superior hardwoods like teak. These materials can last a decade or longer based on your climate and the quality of the individual furniture pieces.

Wrought iron can last for several years if you maintain it, and if you don’t mind the signs of aging, you can keep it in your back garden or patio for even longer. Softwoods will degrade faster and require special care, but if you commit to the maintenance of softwoods and keep them out of extreme conditions, they will last longer.

Natural wicker will degrade outside in most climates within a couple of years. Cleaning it takes a long time, but if you keep it away from grime and dirt and arrange it under anumbrellaor awning, you can increase its lifespan. Plastic furniture is not built to last and should be considered a temporary placeholder while you search for permanent deck furniture set.

Deciding on an outdoor furniture, material is an important choice, and you should supplement this initial overview with more research about the climate where you live to determine what material option fits your budget while meeting your needs. Once you pick a material, you still must determine which style of deck furniture will best match your home design.

Goodwin outdoor furniture mainly use PE wicker / aluminum /teak for its main materials, please check our collection for your needs.