Types of lawn furniture by material

Wood lawn furniture

Wooden outdoor furniture for the lawn has been tested on terms of comfort and durability. An example is teak lawn furniture which is known to be the best type of wooden furniture for the outdoors. It is repellent to insects and is tolerant to the changes of the weather. It does not require much maintenance and does not deteriorate in quality and appearance through time.

Another popular type of wood lawn furniture is cedar. Both red and white cedar lawn furniture pieces are considered average when it comes to performance and quality next to teak, balau, and eucalyptus wood furniture. Cedar secretes natural aromatic oils that drive away insects such as moths and termites. This type of wooden garden furniture does not shrink and warp even when exposed to heat and moisture especially with proper care and maintenance.

Because of its quality and toughness, wooden lawn furniture can be expensive. Then again, the investment is going to be worth it.  Wood furniture for the outdoors is best for cottage garden design and old rustic garden style.

Wicker lawn furniture

Wicker is a woven fiber (can be of plant origin such as rattan or synthetic material like plastic) formed into a rigid material usually used for baskets but also for furniture. Wicker outdoor furniture has gained popularity in modern garden design ideas because of its exotic look and the comfort it offers.

An advantage of wicker garden furniture pieces is that they are lightweight, thus, they can be transported from one place to another without difficulty. They are easy to clean and maintain as they only needed to be dusted or polished occasionally. However, they may be not as long lasting as classic lawn wooden furniture.

For even more cozy seating, cushions can also go with your wicker furniture sets.

Metal outdoor furniture for your lawn

Most kinds of metal lawn furniture sets are extremely tough and can be permanent furniture pieces for your lawn. Depending on the design and type of metal, they can create a classic, gothic, or modern look to your garden.
Wrought iron furniture, for example, is the toughest type of metal outdoor furniture. It can be easily welded which is why elegant curves and shapes are made with less difficulty. Wrought iron will rust in time and may need regular repainting. To protect it from speedy damage, outdoor furniture covers made of durable fabric are highly recommended.

Aluminum and steel lawn furniture are other types of metal furniture ideal for the garden. They are not as strong as wrought iron and are generally appropriate for modern gardens.

Plastic lawn furniture

An example of cheap lawn furniture is plastic furniture. Though they are most affordable, plastic furniture pieces do not necessarily have to look substandard. With the modern technology, plastic can look like wood, steel, or fiberglass outdoor furniture.

To last longer, your plastic furniture pieces need great amounts of care. Protect them with outdoor furniture covers or keep them during the hottest and coldest seasons so they will not crack, break, or fade.

Because these types of lawn furniture are usually light, you can keep them in shady or protected areas when they are not in use.

Types of lawn furniture by style

Vintage outdoor furniture

For the feel of antiquity, some decorators and homeowners would prefer the timeless beauty and elegance of vintage lawn furniture. These types are usually made of wood and/or wrought iron.

Retro lawn furniture

Yellow, red, pink, neon and anything bright…or you can go for black and white. That is going retro with your lawn furniture. These pieces are inspired from the good old days of retro art in the 1940s to 1950s and retro music of the 1970s to 1980s. Retro lawn furniture can be made from plastic, fiberglass, or aluminum.

Modern lawn furniture

The millennium and beyond is the inspiration of modern lawn furniture. The contemporary design is minimalist, slim, classy, and sometimes even futuristic. Steel, synthetic wood, and recycled plastic are few types of material for modern outdoor furniture for the lawn.