Wicker Patio Furniture: Wicker Dining Sets, Wicker Chairs & Other Outdoor Wicker Furniture

Wicker patio furniture has long been appealing to the person who seeks furniture with comfort, versatility and livability along with the feel of casual elegance. A wicker rocking chair or chaise lounge conjures up images of long summer evenings on the porch. Patiolife.com offers three types of wicker: natural wicker, loom wicker and vinyl wicker. Each differs both in its feel and texture, and its ability to stand up to the elements.

Natural wicker furniture is made of rattan and has a natural "give" for total body comfort. (But rattan furniture is not necessarily wicker.) It is suitable for indoor use and limited outdoor use. A natural wicker dining set stands up to long hours in the sun as the open weave prevents the wicker from retaining heat. Just don't leave it exposed to rain.
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Giardino Ottoman by WhiteCraft	Shelter Island Lounge Chair by South Sea Rattan Wicker Arm Chair $759.00	Cabbage Key 48" Dining Set w/ Buffet by WhiteCraft

Loom wicker furniture, like this wicker chair, still uses natural fibres but the strands are spun tighter for a more elegant look, a smoother feel and a better finish. This means the wicker lasts longer and is more resilient to the weather, although we advise against leaving it permanently outside in the rain. Like natural wicker, loom wicker also allows for natural cooling under the sun.
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Giardino Rocker by WhiteCraft	Giardino Dining Chair by WhiteCraft	Giardino Chaise Lounge by WhiteCraft

Vinyl wicker is also known as weather wicker and is true wicker outdoor furniture, designed to be left under the elements. The powder-coated, aluminum frames will not rust and the vinyl will not rot. UV inhibitors prevent color change. A vinyl wicker sofa, like the one shown, can be easily cleaned with mild detergent and a soft brush.
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Sommerwind High Back Rocker by WhiteCraft	Bravo Lounge Chair by WhiteCraft	El Grande 4 Piece Set by Casual Decor Weather Wicker Seating Set $895.00

And finally there is rattan furniture like the Antigua rattan dining set, which is typically designed for indoor use or a completely sheltered outdoor setting. Although much wicker is made of twisted rattan, rattan furniture is not wicker. Rattan is a tropical vine with a hard outer shell and tough fibrous center core. This is both strong and has some "give" or flexibility, lending itself to comfortable furniture.
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Antigua 48" Dining Set (4 Chairs) by South Sea Rattan Rattan Dining Set $1,355.00	Plantation Loveseat by South Sea Rattan Rattan Love Seat $809.00	Pub Table Set by South Sea Rattan Rattan Bar Set $1,195.00

What Is Wicker? Wicker outdoor furniture is available by Whitecraft (formerly Cebu), South Sea Rattan, Emu, D & F Wicker and Hope & Kendall.