This article provides information about which type of garden furniture require maintenance and which don't. There are numerous reasons why people choose a particular set of garden furniture. Some people select their outdoor furniture simply because it is available at such a great price. Others choose a product because it is the perfect size and, or, because the design is attractive. Others are more specific and insist that they must have a folding table and a folding or a stacking armchair to make the garden furniture set more convenient for storage purposes.

However, one increasingly common factor that determines what type of garden furniture the consumer chooses is whether or not it can be left outside throughout the year without any maintenance. Consequently, there has recently been a significant increase in the popularity of patio furniture constructed from man-made materials. This is because the general public considers man-made materials to be more durable and weather resistant than natural products such as wood or stone.

Plastic woven garden furniture made with an aluminium frame has been very fashionable in the last two years. This is not only because woven furniture provides the consumer with a large choice of designs and colours, but also because it too requires very little maintenance. The woven chairs and tables do not have to be treated or covered to keep them looking good.

There has also been a growth in the sales of cast aluminium garden furniture. This again is not just due to the attractive designs available on the market but because metal garden furniture is so durable. It can be left outside throughout the year without requiring any maintenance or treatment. As it is constructed from aluminium it cannot rust and the smooth surfaces can easily be wiped clean with a damp cloth.

However it is important to acknowledge that despite the present popularity of maintenance-free woven and metal garden furniture, natural products do not necessarily require any maintenance either. Teak or granite furniture, for example, can also be left outside throughout the year but the appearance of these products can be altered if they are not treated.

Overall, if garden furniture is constructed from good-quality materials then it is more likely to last longer whether it is maintained or not.