Choosing the best outdoor furniture material is based on the factors of lifestyle, weather conditions, durability, price, and overall looks.
1. Aesthetic Looks
Trendy and stylish design furniture with high-quality material can make an appealing and relaxing outdoor space ambiance.
- Fabric - The best choice for beautiful outside furniture
- Synthetic Resin – for modern and minimally-styled patios
2. Comfort
For relaxing moments in the morning or unwinding after a long day where you can comfortably sit and lounge on. The right outdoor furniture material can make or break longing moments.
- Fabric –offers comfort and lounging experience
- Synthetic Resin – popular on resorts and hotels
3. Convenience/Adaptability
An ideal choice for frequent arrangeable furniture, easy and light-weight to move.
- Cast Aluminum / Acrylic Plastic - lightweight, and convenient
- Marble – less favored option
4. Durability
Best furniture investment should have long-life span use with low maintenance.
- Aluminum/ Marble - lasts years with less upkeep
- Plastic Resin/Acrylic Plastic - cheap with less maintenance
5. Price
While it is hard to look for cheap-price furniture that can last years, however, a lot of furniture dealers willing to offer affordable prices with high-quality materials.
- Marble - heavy duty with expensive price
- Acrylic Plastic - strong and low cost
6. Weather Conditions
Some certain materials are durable and strong for weather elements while others are not. However, it depends on the local climate.
Rainy
Cast Aluminum – durable against weather elements
Acrylic Plastic – waterproof and moisture resistant
Windy
Marble – resistant against high winds
Aluminum – strong enough for winds
Sunny
Cast Aluminum – endures long-standing sunlight and heat
Acrylic Plastic – sun-fade resistant
Types of Materials
1. Synthetic Resin
One of the best materials for outside furniture. Although, High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) wickers are not cheap, but are made of high-grade durable materials, light-weight, and easy to clean.
- Costly
- Durable
- Lightweight
- Low Maintenance
- Modern/Trendy Designs
Product:
Wicker Collections
Best for:
- Hotels
- Island Resorts
- Residential Patios
- Restaurants
2. Fabric
Upholstered outdoor furniture, the most comfortable and relaxing choice. Water-resistant synthetic fibers like vinyl, polyester, and acrylic are weather-proof, resistant to sun fade, moisture, and other outdoor elemental damage.
- Highly Durable
- Stain-Free
- Sun-Fade / Moisture Proof
- Water Resistant
- Weatherproof
Product:
Best for:
- Residential Gardens
- Seaside Resorts
- Hotels
- Restaurants
3. Cast Aluminum
The best outdoor material for chairs, lightweight and easy to move around. Though fragile-looking in appeal, it’s durably strong and heat resistant.
- Low Cost
- High Strength
- Low Maintenance
- Lightweight
- Weather Resistant
Product:
Best for:
- Residential Patios/Decks
- Coffee Houses
- Destination Resorts
- Hotels
4. Marble
Marble tabletop is one of the most popular materials. Flexibly beautiful with any décor, especially for dining tables or end tables. Classic-looking, time-tested lifespan, and an all-around-styled material.
- Aesthetically Pleasing
- Costly
- Eco-friendly
- High Maintenance
- Weather Elements Sensitive
Product:
Best for:
- Residential Backyards
- Coffee Shops
- Resort Islands
- Hotels
5. Acrylic Plastic
The most common material for outdoor furniture. Can withstand weather elements, more durable, and stronger than glass. Best choice for restaurants and other businesses having outdoor settings.
- Cheap
- Less Design Options
- Light-weight
- Low Maintenance
- Weather Proof
Product:
Best for:
- Residential Backyards
- Coffee Shops
- Resort Islands
- Hotels
Trusted Commercial and Residential Manufacturer of Outdoor Furniture
Suncoast’s furniture is made from the finest materials, latest manufacturing techniques, and skilled craftsmanship, and handcrafted in the U.S.A.
Since 1982, Suncoast’s Furniture has been providing high-quality outdoor furniture products and services for commercial businesses like hotels, restaurants, and resorts, and for residential outdoor spaces like patios, decks and gardens. We have a wide range of outdoor furniture to suit your needs, tastes, and lifestyle.
Suncoast Products
Contact us today at 239-488-1444, or connect with us online for your residential or commercial outdoor furniture in Florida.
