Garden furniture

Current garden accessories include items like birdbaths, plant stands, planter boxes and trellises to add detail to an outdoor space.

The most commonly sold types of patio sets are made of plastic, wood, aluminium, wicker, and wrought iron.

It naturally contains silica, which makes it resistant to fungal decay, many of the effects of water (such as rot, swelling and warping), as well as chemicals.

[citation needed] These materials are durable and can withstand the elements of wind, rain and sun exposure.

Wicker outdoor living furniture was originally made from the stems of any one of 600 species of palms found in tropical regions all over the world.

Now, most modern wicker furniture is made from synthetic resin, increasing the life expectancy and reducing manufacturing costs.

Today's resin furniture is often made of recycled plastic and incredibly durable, usually carrying warranties of 20 years or longer.

Metal, such as aluminum and wrought iron, offers sturdiness and style, while plastic and synthetic rattan are lightweight, low-maintenance, and resistant to the elements.