Patio Furniture

How can you get the most out of your summer with patio furniture?

Whether you live in a detached home with a sprawling backyard or a downtown apartment with a small balcony, patio furniture can create an inviting and relaxing space and an entirely new "room" of the home outside during the summer months. Use this space to enjoy a meal, entertain guests, relax by the pool, or take a nap in the beautiful weather. It's the perfect hideaway oasis that's located just a few steps outside of your own house or apartment.

Outdoor furniture includes pieces like bistro sets for chilling with a cold drink while you people watch and enjoy the sunshine, patio tables and patio chairs or sectionals for dining and entertaining, and hammocks for the ultimate R&R experience. Patio furniture accessories like outdoor cushions, covers, and umbrellas add to your comfort.

What type of patio furniture is available?

A patio table and outdoor chairs is perfect for bringing mealtime outside while comfortable lounge-style sets like sectionals, meanwhile, are great for enjoying conversation or drinks. They range in size from three pieces to larger seven-piece sets that include sectionals, table, chairs, and ottoman and are made of outdoor-friendly materials like wicker and rattan.

Add patio cushions for seated comfort (if the set doesn't come with them) and an umbrella for shade and you're good to go for both long summer days and beautiful sunsets at night. Grab a patio furniture cover to keep the set from fading and protected from the elements.

For areas like a porch or brick patio at the front of the house, or a bite-sized condo balcony, there are smaller outdoor furniture sets that include just two chairs with a small table for holding drinks. An Adirondack chair (or two) is perfect for people watching while a glider chair will help melt the stress away. Find lightweight, and even foldable, furniture that will fit perfectly in the space as well and can be used seasonally then stored away. Smaller sectionals might even fit on a balcony to create an entirely new secondary seating area.

Focused on R&R? A hammock is perfect for siesta time by the pool or in the backyard, either secured to trees or a stand. There are even daybeds if you have the space and really want to enjoy a nap or good book outside or work on your tan.

What patio furniture accessories should you consider?

Patio umbrellas are a necessity for shade, especially if you want to sit outside during peak sun hours. Offset umbrellas are great for positioning behind a sectional or grab ones that fit in the middle of a table for full coverage while dining.

Outdoor cushions not only offer seated comfort they also add to the overall look and décor of the space. So, grab not only seat cushions but also outdoor throw pillows.

Don't forget patio furniture covers to protect your furniture from the elements, pesky animals, and fading from the sun. This way, you can safely leave the furniture outside all year 'round.