By Kendry Lee
When it comes to furnishing your outdoor area, there are many different materials to choose from for your furniture. Wicker chairs are fast becoming a popular choice for outdoor furniture and are likely to become even more highly sought after in the coming years. There are many reasons why wicker outdoor furniture is seeing an increase in desirability. From its durability to its low maintenance and ease of cleaning, this article will go over four reasons to consider buying wicker outdoor furniture for your outdoor areas.
Durable
Wicker chairs are often noted for their superior durability, especially when compared to other types of materials. Wicker outdoor chairs and other furniture tend to last much longer than other types of furniture because wicker is made to readily withstand harsh weather and the elements. Technically, there is no real expiry or end of life cycle for wicker chairs. As long as they’re properly cared for, maintained and stored when not in use, your wicker furniture could very well last for decades.
H2: Easy to Clean & Maintain
Another advantage that makes wicker chairs stand out over other types of furniture is the fact that they’re surprisingly easy to clean and maintain. Other furniture types, such as teak, can require extensive time to maintain and clean due to the sensitivity of the material and the precise techniques and products one must use. Wicker chairs usually only require you to dust or vacuum any dirt or debris and simply wipe them down with a damp cloth before drying them with a towel. For a more detailed clean, you could use a mild soap and water solution, however, unless your wicker furniture has been left outside for an extended period of time, this likely won’t be necessary.
H2: Comfortable & Stylish
Another thing that wicker chairs are often championed for is their comfort and ability to effortlessly blend in with any existing outdoor decor. Wicker simply looks great in any outdoor setting, and the chairs themselves are surprisingly comfy. Some other types of outdoor furniture and materials may require you to rearrange your outdoor setting or change it entirely in order for new furniture pieces to blend in and not clash with your decor or theme. Wicker chairs, on the other hand, are exceptionally neutral and unassuming in their appearance, which means you can easily blend multiple furniture types and styles together with minimal stress and a lower probability of a clash occurring.
H2: Light & Easy to Move
While buying and bringing home your new outdoor furniture is exciting, moving it into place and rearranging it can fill you with a sense of dread. This is usually because most types of outdoor furniture tend to be on the heavy side due to the materials they’re made from. This is typical of outdoor furniture made from materials such as stone or metal. Wicker chairs, however, are incredibly lightweight. This means that if you need to suddenly accommodate more guests for a gathering at your home, you won’t have to agonise over the physical act of moving your furniture around and then moving it back into its original position. Wicker furniture is exceptionally easy to move and usually requires no more than one person to do so comfortably.
