The Urban Quarter Guide to Outdoor Materials
A great outdoor furniture will last you for a long, long time. But do you know your materials yet?
During our first outdoor furniture launch at Urban Quarter, our team learned about the different materials, techniques to the finishes that work into creating the versatile piece. And as always for product designing, the material should first be the highlight in creating beautiful and functional furniture.
And when it comes to outdoor furniture, there are many aspects to learn further due to the higher maintenance needed when the furniture are left outdoors. The right materials make all the difference for the longevity of the piece.
Let’s learn about the best outdoor materials and what makes them worth the investment ->
No. 1: Teak Wood
One of the materials that looks and ages well after many years when cared properly. When it comes to finding wooden furniture for the outdoor, you can’t really beat Teak! Teak is UV resistant and the quality of wood is highly durable in comparison to other woods that can easily break if it rains, in hot weather or even with snow.
Our Choices of Outdoor Teak Wood Pieces
No. 2: Synthetic Wicker
Giving you a relaxed and coastal feel, synthetic wicker looks a lot like natural rattan but is much more durable! We love how synthetic wicker provides a stain-resistant and water-resistant effect while providing a seamless pattern.
Our Choices of Synthetic Wicker Pieces
No. 3: Aluminum
Despite aluminum being lightweight, this material is strong and durable and can be worked into a variety of intricate shapes. Aluminum is used a lot in our furniture for its frame then mixed with other materials such as rope, synthetic wicker, etc. to finish the look. Plus, aluminum never rusts making it highly weather-resistant.
Our Choices of Outdoor Aluminum Pieces
No. 4: Woven Rope
Another enduring material, woven rope is modern, airy and has a lightweight comfort with handcrafted beauty with its uncommon strength. Why we love woven rope? It’s because of its stylish and low maintenance aspects making it one of the most durable materials for outdoor furniture!
Our Choices of Outdoor Woven Rope Pieces
Browse our range of modern outdoor furniture here, ranging from dining to lounging and with different outdoor fabrics to choose from for the upholstered pieces
