Synthetic Wicker for Outdoor furniture

Alfresco furniture set has been an interesting and creative addition to your living space. The type of materials used for such furniture is important to ensure the longevity of your purchase. Common questions raise when you are bombarded with numerous material choice. This episode will provide you with 3 reason on why synthetic wicker material is an ideal choice for you!

Durability

Synthetic wicker has been a popular material for furniture ranging from couches to picnic benches. Upon weathering, rattan tends to break as they are made of natural bamboo. In addition, there is a high probability of termite or bedbug attack to the furniture.  Therefore, synthetic wicker becomes an ideal alternative as it has higher tolerance to daily wear and tear and is often used to make outdoor furniture.

Waterproofing and Colour

Rattan is not waterproof and thus is not used for outdoor needs. Synthetic wicker on the other hand is able to withstand the harsh elements of outdoors and would be an idea choice for homeowners who are looking to have an outdoor chair in their balcony or garden area. Likewise, you are unlikely to be able to change the colour of rattan -made furniture. On the contrary, synthetic furniture comes in different colours . By allowing a varied colour range for your housing furniture, you can add colour and texture to your home.

Low Maintenance Requirement

Since rattan is not waterproof, continuous washing by damp cloth can cause degradation of materials and thus the furniture. Synthetic wicker furniture requires low maintenance. You can simply hose the furniture for a quick wash or wipe it with a damp cloth. It’s that simple.

Also, compare to leather couch that requires polish for 2-3 times a year, synthetic furniture does not need such costly maintenance. Moreover, upon “dehydrating” of the leather, there can be “crack” lines on the leather, which is often faced by homeowners. Replacing the whole leather sofa can be a costly investment.

Another obvious point is that fabric couch though are nice and comfortable, they need multiple care to ensure that the material appearance remains in tip-top condition. For fabric couch, it is a common problem that you will face difficulty when you decide to give it a wash. There is also likelihood for bed bugs penetrating into the fabric too. The solution is to re-upholstery, which is a costly process.

With these tips, you can start your journey in selecting a quality alfresco furniture for your lovely home nest today!