Add Elegance to Your Patio With Wicker Furniture

Wicker furniture adds a touch of elegance to the décor of your patio.

You can use beige wicker furniture for a tropical touch, but white wicker furniture seems to be the classic choice for character.

The framework of wicker furniture is usually rattan, made from the stem of a very strong tropical tree.

Wicker furniture also looks antique and adds an element of timelessness to the wood of the patio.

Types of wicker patio furniture

Wicker patio furniture comes in various sizes. You can choose just a small table and two chairs for having your morning coffee on the patio before you go to work. Other styles include:

A larger table with seating for four or six people
Chaises when you want to lie down on the wicker furniture
Deep armchair style wicker chairs
Ottomans for resting your legs

You do need to cover the wicker in the chairs with plump cushions because they can be uncomfortable if you sit on them wearing shorts. The wicker will cut into your legs and leave imprints.

When you shop for wicker furniture for your patio, you should choose wicker that has been treated with resin. This will give you long lasting furniture, as natural white wicker won't stand up to the heat and elements of the weather without some kind of treatment. The resin on the white wicker will keep it from yellowing and is perfect for climates where there is a lot of rain.

Wicker furniture looks just as good indoors as it does outside on your patio. You can choose cushions in the same pattern as your draperies to give any room a totally coordinated look. If you have a sun porch, white wicker is a good choice as well because it looks so natural as you sit among your flowers and enjoy the outdoor sights.