What types of outdoor furniture are available?
There is a huge variety of different types of outdoor furniture that will allow you to optimise the comfort and functionality of your outdoor spaces.
Outdoor chairs, including armchairs, stacking chairs, wicker chairs, and plaza chairs, can be used to cater for large, outdoor events or provide al fresco dining in the summer months. Outdoor stools are ideal for use at outdoor bars or higher tables, particularly within a patio or terrace space.
There are a huge variety of outdoor tables available to meet the needs of everyone from large pubs through to small cafes.
What is the best furniture for outdoor use in pubs and bars?
The best furniture for outdoor use in pubs and bars is robust, durable, and weather proof – after all, it is likely to be outside in all conditions, even if you don’t utilise it all year round.
For use in the commercial sector, you should also make sure that your outdoor furniture has been tested and approved by FIRA (The Furniture Industry Research Association).
Of course, that’s not to say that your outdoor furniture should compromise on aesthetic appeal, far from it. There are plenty of colours, finishes, and materials available to meet your needs.
What outdoor furniture lasts longest?
If you want to ensure that you invest in outdoor furniture that will stand the test of time, it’s important that you look for high performance, high quality furniture that has been built to last.
Aluminium outdoor furniture is incredibly resistant to general wear and tear, whilst synthetic teak and rattan are totally waterproof and UV resistant – making them ideal materials for outdoor furniture of all varieties.
How to choose outdoor furniture?
When choosing outdoor furniture, it’s important to think about how you will use it. For example, do you need to cater for large groups or smaller ones? Or do you need to have the flexibility to accommodate them both? Will you be serving full meals outdoors, or just drinks?
You’ll also need to think about what you want your furniture to look like – are you working with a specific colour scheme or look?
If your outdoor furniture is only used seasonally, look for outdoor chairs and tables that can be stacked and stored easily when they aren’t needed.