Teak and Wicker Outdoor Sofas are great for the patio because they are highly durable and they make a great combination. Wicker is a very modern trend that homeowners have taken with them from Resort Hotels. Teak offers a fresh and natural touch without the concern of wear and tear from the outdoor elements.
Although wicker is very popular, adding a teak accent can be an upgrade from ordinary sets. They help you different your patio arrangement from other’s in the neighborhood. Teak feet are also more durable than plastic feet that can wear down over time. Here are a few pieces that will help you get the ideas flowing.
Teak and Wicker Will Last a Lifetime
Teak (Tectona Grandis) is well-known for its outdoor qualities. Most people know it as the best wood for outdoor furniture but they don’t know why. In its original state, teak patio furniture produces a natural oil unlike any other type of wood. This oil prevents dry rot and makes teak perfect for patio furniture.
Now some of you question the durability of synthetic wicker. First, it’s not the real thing! I know, I know. Synthetic resin wicker is better suited for outdoor environments than natural wicker. You can read why here. Some people may have had bad experiences with wicker in the past due to inferior quality brands.
If you’ll notice, wicker sets vary in price dramatically from a mere couple hundred dollars to thousands of dollars. What I’ve found is that cheap wicker sets in big box stores are made from plastic. That’s why the break and unravel. The more expensive sets are made of a material called High Density Polyethylene (abbreviated as HDPE). These sets are infused with UV inhibitors and the wicker is actually hardened to prevent chips, cracks, or tears.
How to Purchase Quality Wicker Without Paying the Price
Teak and Wicker Outdoor Seating Sets
Some of our favorite teak sectional sofas feature wicker weave arms or backrests. The teak function as framework and support, and the wicker offers visual panache. Teak club chairs and teak day loungers are also fantastic choices!
Additional Resources:
- Teak and Wicker Chairs that Fit Any Outdoor Setting
- The Top 10 Outdoor Patio Furniture Brands
- Teak Patio Furniture Buyer’s Guide
About the Author
Cheryl Khan is able to lend her insight on this topic after spending years in the design field. She has learned that all outdoor furniture is not the same. She is a contributing author to the Patio Productions Blog where she shares outdoor living tips to transform your backyard!
Cheryl is an award-winning landscape design consultant in San Diego, CA. She has over a decade of experience in the design world, working on both interior and exterior projects. She received her certification in design in 2010 and has contributed to the design of 7 separate furniture collections. Cheryl began lending her expertise to Patio Productions’ blog in 2012. When she’s not living in the furniture and design world, she’s busy playing with her dogs at home, or curling up with a cup of black coffee and a beautiful book on modern design. Her favorite patio furniture are her Acapulco Chairs in lightning blue.
