Outdoor Furniture

How are Durability and Weather Resistance Ensured in Outdoor Furniture?

Given outdoor furniture is exposed to the sun and natural elements year-round, most of it has been designed with a higher level of environmental durability. Approaches differ between manufacturers. With the range of Siesta outdoor furniture we stock, you’ll find the full range utilises UV stabilisation and weather-resistant materials/coatings to better suit the elements.

While UV stabilisation isn’t permanent, it's an effective process where treatments are infused into the furniture’s materials to absorb or block UV rays. This greatly improves how long the furniture will maintain its colour and withstand fading.

How Do Outdoor Furniture Solutions Enhance Office Patios, School Courtyards, and Hotel Areas?

Outdoor furniture doesn’t just offer a place to sit and rest; it also entirely transforms spaces to make them more functional and inviting. A nice outdoor space can be beneficial to people’s health, well-being, ability to socialise, etc. A nice setup with outdoor furniture also makes outdoor settings more appealing.

For example, having comfortable seating and nice table space on an office patio provides employees with an area to get fresh air, a change of scenery, and work in the comfort of the sun. They also provide a social hub for workers and can improve the overall culture of your workplace.

Outdoor furniture is essential for school settings, as well, whether it’s a courtyard/quadrangle, outdoor assembly area, etc. Not only does it make for more relaxing morning tea and lunch breaks, but it also encourages more socialisation among students. Furniture in shaded areas offers reprieve, while outdoor tables and benches can make it easier to take classes outside as needed. Thoughtful furniture arrangements can also accommodate students with different needs and abilities, such as having additional space at the end of a table where students who use wheelchairs can easily position themselves to chat with friends.

Finally, outdoor areas at hotels would feel particularly barren and lacking in character if there was no outdoor furniture included. The right setup can create a cosy setting for hotel guests to unwind and enjoy the weather. It also just makes your space more appealing, adding to its aesthetic splendour, and ensures you’re getting the most out of the space for customers and employees alike. This is especially true in Australia, where weather conditions are typically very inviting for people to get outside and enjoy what’s on offer.

What Maintenance Tips Does Office Choice Recommend for Keeping Outdoor Furniture in Optimal Condition?

First off, the individual steps for specific outdoor furniture care will differ, which is why you should always first read the care instructions provided with any outdoor furniture you purchase. But general rules of limiting sun exposure and ensuring rain can’t set into the cracks and gaps of furniture are good starting points for keeping them in optimal condition for longer.

The specific maintenance necessary for different types of outdoor furniture varies depending on the materials used for the furniture itself. For example, what a glass-top outdoor table needs to stay in good condition is going to be notably different from what a wooden table will need.

Regardless of the materials in your outdoor furniture, a common practice that can help almost all of them stay in optimal condition for longer is to keep them covered when they’re not in use. We recommend covering them in some UV-proof or UV-resistant material that can help lessen any damage from the sun.

While outdoor furniture is designed to handle the elements more effectively than indoor furniture, they’re still susceptible to damage over time if overexposed to the elements. Too much sun exposure on a plastic chair, for example, could lead to the plastic weakening and becoming brittle. And though wood certainly handles the sun better, its colour may fade, and the wood could splinter over time if not properly treated with a protective sealant as needed.