A wonderful piece of affordable outdoor furniture will help you create the most out of your area and enjoy the summer whether you have a large garden or a little patio.
There are many choices out there to suit all requirements and budgets this summer, whether it’s just for show, to lounge around or host dinner parties.
The majority of outdoor furniture sets will have at minimum a chair and a table that match; more expensive sets will frequently include additional seating and high-tech elements like parasols or foldable furniture.
What to look for in a decent garden furniture set, you ask?
The number of people you intend to entertain and the style of amusement you have in mind are the first immediately apparent criteria that will influence your choice:
Are you going to use your outdoor dining set for meals or just to enjoy a few drinks in the fresh air? The former requires an outdoor dining table and chairs, whilst the latter, depending on the available area, may only need a coffee or side table set.
To help you make the most of the summertime weather, we’ve put together a selection of the greatest garden furniture sets, including Rattan sofas and benches, bistro tables and chairs, and dining sets.
So, let’s get into the list of best garden furniture sets:
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Atlantic 4-Seater Metal Patio Set – Black & Silver
One cannot complain about the good value for money when paying €160 for four-person lawn furniture set with a parasol. And this cheap Argos set has more to offer than just that.
You’ll be glad to hear that it takes just two people to put it together because garden furniture is notoriously difficult to construct. You can probably have it set up and ready for outdoor terrace lunches in under an hour.
It is portable and convenient to maintain (the legs detach from the glass table top and the chairs are collapsible). Additionally, it receives points for hassle-free cleaning.
Pros
- Parasol included
- Chairs collapsible and table legs removable for easy storing
- Easy to clean
Cons
- Parasol base not included.
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EVRE Rattan Garden Furniture 4 Piece Set
If socialising is a priority, this set, which costs about €200 and consists of a small sofa, two armchairs, and a glass-topped coffee table, is perfect for small outdoor settings.
The 5cm-thick seat cushions make the set small and reasonably comfortable (although the back cushions wouldn’t hurt), and they are also simple to clean (the frames can be wiped clean, and the cushion covers can be removed and hand washed).
Pros:
- Comes in 3 colours
- Excellent reviews
- Shower-proof cushions
Cons:
- Fiddly assembly
- Doesn’t come with a cover
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GoodHome Virginia Wooden 2 Seater Bistro Set
We won’t sugarcoat the fact that the set is pretty plain visually, with just plain wood and a simple design. However, we kind of enjoys that about the GoodHome Virginia Wooden 2 Seater Bistro Set, coupled with the relatively reasonable price of €200. It can be visualised as fitting in well on a balcony covered in fairy lights and bursting with greenery. One more thing we adore? There is almost no assembly needed because the parts are all collapsible, which also makes them incredibly simple to store away when not in use.
Pros:
- Foldable and easy to store
- No assembly required
- Water repellent
Cons:
- Not comfy for long periods,
- Not UV resistant
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Burgan Rattan, 2 – Person Seating Group with Cushions
This Wayfair combination is for you if you’re looking for a pair of comfortable, affordable armchairs to enjoy a glass of wine while watching the sunset.
It has an advantage over other rattan designs thanks to the clever steel frame because it is considerably more strong and appears more high-end than it is. Additionally, the 7 cm wide cushions and the backrest’s ergonomic design make it incredibly comfortable.
Although the coffee table is modest and can only hold a few beverages and small bowls of snacks, the framework and seat cushions are both simple to clean.
Pros:
- Easy to assemble
- Removable cushion covers
- Weather resistant
- Rust resistant
Cons:
- No cover provided
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Gardenline Compact Bistro Set
This set deserves a large metaphorical slap on the back both for its comfort as well as its practicality. It’s quite comfortable thanks to the seat and back cushions, and we love that the backrests fold down so the chairs can tuck beneath the table, making it very small (ideal when outside space is limited and multifunctional). It costs roughly €200 and requires little assembly.
Pros:
- Chair slot beneath the table
- Seat and back cushions
- Excellent reviews online
Cons:
- No cover provided
The competitive nature of the garden furniture market means that there are some impressive bargains to be nabbed for the savvy shopper.
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