[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"blog-detail-best-outdoor-furniture-materials":3,"blog-related-best-outdoor-furniture-materials":28,"blog-header-categories":55},{"id":4,"slug":5,"title":6,"subtitle":7,"bodyHtml":8,"heroImageUrl":9,"heroImageSrcset":7,"heroImageSizes":7,"heroImageAlt":10,"authorName":11,"authorImageUrl":7,"publishedDt":12,"categories":13,"tags":16,"products":21,"inlineProducts":22,"seo":23},672,"best-outdoor-furniture-materials","7 of the Best Outdoor Furniture Materials That Pair Style & Durability",null,"\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outdoor season is here! If you're anything like me, your mind has already drifted to alfresco dining, summer vacations near the water, and the simple joy of a well-designed outdoor room. Spring has a way of reminding us what our outdoor spaces could be. \u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\u003Cblockquote>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\"But before you fall in love with a \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/outdoor-lounge-chairs?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">gorgeous lounge chair\u003C/a> or a \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/175912-Celiane-Modern-Classic-Off-White-Terrazzo-Round-Outdoor-Dining-Table?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">beautiful dining table\u003C/a>, there's one question worth asking first: What is it made of?\"\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003C/blockquote>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The truth is, outdoor furniture has to work harder than anything inside your home. It faces sun, rain, humidity, and temperature swings, sometimes all in the same week. So while aesthetics absolutely matter (and trust me, they always will), the best outdoor pieces marry beauty with genuine durability. \u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">Here's a look at the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/Garden-Outdoor?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">outdoor furniture\u003C/a> materials I return to again and again, and why they earn a place in my design projects!\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/studio?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32590\" src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/02_05_25_DB_Blog_Banner-1.gif\" alt=\"banner\" width=\"1220\" height=\"305\"  srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/02_05_25_DB_Blog_Banner-1-300x75.gif 300w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/02_05_25_DB_Blog_Banner-1-768x192.gif 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/02_05_25_DB_Blog_Banner-1-1024x256.gif 1024w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/02_05_25_DB_Blog_Banner-1.gif 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 24pt;\">Durable Outdoor Furniture Materials I Love\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/h2>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">1. Aluminum\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Metal in general is an amazing outdoor material, and aluminum is one of the most reliable. Lightweight yet sturdy, its composition means it won’t rust and it’s very resistant to corrosion. A quality powder-coated finish gives it incredible color depth and scratch resistance, and it holds its form through seasons without fail. You'll find aluminum used in everything from \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/outdoor-dining-chairs?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">outdoor dining chairs\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/outdoor-side-end-tables?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">outdoor side tables\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/outdoor-sofas-sectionals?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">outdoor sofas\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It suits nearly every aesthetic, whether your outdoor space leans toward clean-lined modernism or something more traditional and layered.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProdGroup/madelle-collection?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34611\" src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-living-space-with-a-sofa-lounge-chairs-and-coffee-table-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"aluminum outdoor furniture with striped sunbrella upholstery sits on a peak gravel outdoor patio\" width=\"1220\" height=\"813\"  srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-living-space-with-a-sofa-lounge-chairs-and-coffee-table-300x200.jpg 300w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-living-space-with-a-sofa-lounge-chairs-and-coffee-table-450x300.jpg 450w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-living-space-with-a-sofa-lounge-chairs-and-coffee-table-768x512.jpg 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-living-space-with-a-sofa-lounge-chairs-and-coffee-table-1024x683.jpg 1024w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-living-space-with-a-sofa-lounge-chairs-and-coffee-table-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-living-space-with-a-sofa-lounge-chairs-and-coffee-table-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-living-space-with-a-sofa-lounge-chairs-and-coffee-table-scaled.jpg 2560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" />\u003C/a> Click the image to shop our Madelle Collection, pictured here!\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cb>Shop Aluminum Outdoor Furniture\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/161342-Madelle-Modern-Classic-Grey-Striped-Sunbrella-Black-Aluminum-Outdoor-Arm-Chair?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34628\" src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Madelle-outdoor-armchair-with-striped-Sunbrella-fabric.webp\" alt=\"outdoor armchair with aluminum frame and striped Sunbrella cushions\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\"  srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Madelle-outdoor-armchair-with-striped-Sunbrella-fabric-150x150.webp 150w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Madelle-outdoor-armchair-with-striped-Sunbrella-fabric-300x300.webp 300w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Madelle-outdoor-armchair-with-striped-Sunbrella-fabric-400x400.webp 400w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Madelle-outdoor-armchair-with-striped-Sunbrella-fabric-768x768.webp 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Madelle-outdoor-armchair-with-striped-Sunbrella-fabric.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" />\u003C/a> Madelle Outdoor Armchair\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/172658-Delphine-French-Green-Aluminum-Scalloped-Rectangular-Outdoor-Coffee-Table?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34625\" src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Delphine-aluminum-scalloped-coffee-table.webp\" alt=\"green rectangular aluminum scalloped coffee table\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\"  srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Delphine-aluminum-scalloped-coffee-table-150x150.webp 150w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Delphine-aluminum-scalloped-coffee-table-300x300.webp 300w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Delphine-aluminum-scalloped-coffee-table-400x400.webp 400w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Delphine-aluminum-scalloped-coffee-table-768x768.webp 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Delphine-aluminum-scalloped-coffee-table.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" />\u003C/a> Delphine Outdoor Coffee Table\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/172276-Brixton-Modern-Classic-Distressed-Bronze-Aluminum-Outdoor-Counter-Table?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34619\" src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Brixton-aluminum-outdoor-counter-table.webp\" alt=\"Brixton round aluminum outdoor counter table\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\"  srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Brixton-aluminum-outdoor-counter-table-150x150.webp 150w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Brixton-aluminum-outdoor-counter-table-300x300.webp 300w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Brixton-aluminum-outdoor-counter-table-400x400.webp 400w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Brixton-aluminum-outdoor-counter-table-768x768.webp 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Brixton-aluminum-outdoor-counter-table.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" />\u003C/a> Brixton Outdoor Table\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">2. Teak\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Few outdoor materials carry the warmth and gravitas of teak. A naturally dense hardwood with a high oil content, teak is exceptionally resistant to moisture, insects, and decay. Left untreated, it weathers slowly over time to a soft, silvery grey that holds its own quiet beauty. Treating teak with a sealant or oil regularly can help maintain its rich honey-gold tone. Teak is the material of choice for an \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/175340-Vaterra-Updated-Traditional-Brown-Teak-Rectangular-Outdoor-Dining-Table?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">outdoor dining table\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/24440-Haley-French-Natural-Teak-Outdoor-Garden-Bench-Small?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">outdoor bench\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/175343-Vaterra-Traditional-Cream-Upholstered-Brown-Teak-Outdoor-Chaise-Set-of?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">outdoor chaise\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and so much more—essentially any piece where you want the wood to feel substantial and heirloom quality.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/blog/luxe-san-francisco-exterior-outdoor-space-reveal/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34617\" src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/San-Francisco-Outdoor-Living-Space-Kathy-Kuo-Studio.jpg\" alt=\"san francisco outdoor living space with a custom fireplace, lounge chairs, and an oval wood coffee table\" width=\"1220\" height=\"763\"  srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/San-Francisco-Outdoor-Living-Space-Kathy-Kuo-Studio-300x188.jpg 300w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/San-Francisco-Outdoor-Living-Space-Kathy-Kuo-Studio-768x480.jpg 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/San-Francisco-Outdoor-Living-Space-Kathy-Kuo-Studio-1024x640.jpg 1024w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/San-Francisco-Outdoor-Living-Space-Kathy-Kuo-Studio-1536x960.jpg 1536w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/San-Francisco-Outdoor-Living-Space-Kathy-Kuo-Studio-2048x1280.jpg 2048w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/San-Francisco-Outdoor-Living-Space-Kathy-Kuo-Studio.jpg 2100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2100px) 100vw, 2100px\" />\u003C/a> Click the image to see more of this outdoor space, designed by Kathy Kuo Studio!\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cb>Shop Teak Outdoor Furniture\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/175343-Vaterra-Traditional-Cream-Upholstered-Brown-Teak-Outdoor-Chaise-Set-of?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34635\" src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Vaterra-teak-outdoor-chaise-lounge.webp\" alt=\"teak outdoor chaise lounge with white performance fabric and attached pillow\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\"  srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Vaterra-teak-outdoor-chaise-lounge-150x150.webp 150w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Vaterra-teak-outdoor-chaise-lounge-300x300.webp 300w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Vaterra-teak-outdoor-chaise-lounge-400x400.webp 400w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Vaterra-teak-outdoor-chaise-lounge-768x768.webp 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Vaterra-teak-outdoor-chaise-lounge.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" />\u003C/a> Vaterra Outdoor Chaise Lounge\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/175340-Vaterra-Updated-Traditional-Brown-Teak-Rectangular-Outdoor-Dining-Table?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34634\" src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Vaterra-rectangular-outdoor-teak-dining-table.webp\" alt=\"rectangular outdoor teak dining table\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\"  srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Vaterra-rectangular-outdoor-teak-dining-table-150x150.webp 150w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Vaterra-rectangular-outdoor-teak-dining-table-300x300.webp 300w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Vaterra-rectangular-outdoor-teak-dining-table-400x400.webp 400w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Vaterra-rectangular-outdoor-teak-dining-table-768x768.webp 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Vaterra-rectangular-outdoor-teak-dining-table.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" />\u003C/a> Vaterra Outdoor Dining Table\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/24440-Haley-French-Natural-Teak-Outdoor-Garden-Bench-Small?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34626\" src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Haley-teak-outdoor-garden-bench.webp\" alt=\"teak outdoor garden bench with seat cushion\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\"  srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Haley-teak-outdoor-garden-bench-150x150.webp 150w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Haley-teak-outdoor-garden-bench-300x300.webp 300w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Haley-teak-outdoor-garden-bench-400x400.webp 400w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Haley-teak-outdoor-garden-bench-768x768.webp 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Haley-teak-outdoor-garden-bench.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" />\u003C/a> Haley Outdoor Garden Bench\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">3. Resin Wicker\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">Traditional wicker is charming indoors, but outdoors it can deteriorate quickly. Resin wicker is a synthetic fiber that’s woven over aluminum frames, and it provides all the visual warmth of natural wicker with none of the fragility. Resin wicker resists fading, moisture, and mildew, and it holds its textural weave beautifully through years of outdoor use.\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProdGroup/eastcoast-coastal?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34612\" src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-lounge-area-with-scalloped-wicker-furniture.jpg\" alt=\"scalloped outdoor wicker furniture on a stone patio next to a lake\" width=\"1220\" height=\"814\"  srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-lounge-area-with-scalloped-wicker-furniture-300x200.jpg 300w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-lounge-area-with-scalloped-wicker-furniture-450x300.jpg 450w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-lounge-area-with-scalloped-wicker-furniture-768x512.jpg 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-lounge-area-with-scalloped-wicker-furniture-1024x683.jpg 1024w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-lounge-area-with-scalloped-wicker-furniture.jpg 1105w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1105px) 100vw, 1105px\" />\u003C/a> Click the image to shop this look!\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cb>Shop Resin Wicker Outdoor Furniture\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/176653-Kaela-Coastal-Beach-Brown-Woven-Wicker-Outdoor-Dining-Arm-Chair?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34627\" src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Kaela-wicker-outdoor-dining-chair-with-cushioln.webp\" alt=\"wicker outdoor dining chair with cushion\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\"  srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Kaela-wicker-outdoor-dining-chair-with-cushioln-150x150.webp 150w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Kaela-wicker-outdoor-dining-chair-with-cushioln-300x300.webp 300w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Kaela-wicker-outdoor-dining-chair-with-cushioln-400x400.webp 400w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Kaela-wicker-outdoor-dining-chair-with-cushioln-768x768.webp 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Kaela-wicker-outdoor-dining-chair-with-cushioln.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" />\u003C/a> Kaela Outdoor Dining Chair\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/160409-Bella-Coastal-Beach-Natural-Brown-Woven-Wicker-Round-Outdoor-Side-Table?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34618\" src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Bella-wicker-outdoor-side-table.webp\" alt=\"Bella round wicker outdoor side table\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\"  srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Bella-wicker-outdoor-side-table-150x150.webp 150w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Bella-wicker-outdoor-side-table-300x300.webp 300w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Bella-wicker-outdoor-side-table-400x400.webp 400w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Bella-wicker-outdoor-side-table-768x768.webp 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Bella-wicker-outdoor-side-table.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" />\u003C/a> Bella Outdoor Side Table\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/172395-Bari-Coastal-Beach-Blue-Wicker-Chevron-Outdoor-Chaise-Lounge?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34637\" src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Bari-blue-wicker-outdoor-chaise-lounge.webp\" alt=\"blue resin wicker outdoor chaise lounge\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\"  srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Bari-blue-wicker-outdoor-chaise-lounge-150x150.webp 150w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Bari-blue-wicker-outdoor-chaise-lounge-300x300.webp 300w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Bari-blue-wicker-outdoor-chaise-lounge-400x400.webp 400w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Bari-blue-wicker-outdoor-chaise-lounge-768x768.webp 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Bari-blue-wicker-outdoor-chaise-lounge.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" />\u003C/a> Bari Outdoor Chaise Lounge\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">4. Concrete\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There's a reason concrete has become a material of choice for outdoor designers. Each piece develops its own subtle character over time, and it pairs beautifully with every finish. \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/79865-Nia-Modern-Classic-Grey-Concrete-Outdoor-Fire-Bowl?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fire pits\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/165191-Avila-Aged-White-Concrete-Outdoor-Dining-Table?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dining tables\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/62007-Yvonne-Industrial-Loft-Grey-Concrete-Outdoor-Round-Planter?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">planters\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/79296-Serenity-Industrial-Loft-Textured-White-Concrete-Round-Outdoor-Pedestal-End-Table?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side tables\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> cast in concrete bring a grounded, sculptural quality to outdoor spaces that no other material quite replicates. It's heavy by nature, which means it stays put—a genuine advantage in a breezy garden or rooftop terrace.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProdGroup/concrete-outdoor-furniture?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34616\" src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Round-Outdoor-Dining-Table-With-Wicker-Chairs.jpg\" alt=\"a round outdoor concrete dining table is surround by sculptural wicker dining chairs\" width=\"1220\" height=\"814\"  srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Round-Outdoor-Dining-Table-With-Wicker-Chairs-300x200.jpg 300w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Round-Outdoor-Dining-Table-With-Wicker-Chairs-450x300.jpg 450w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Round-Outdoor-Dining-Table-With-Wicker-Chairs-768x512.jpg 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Round-Outdoor-Dining-Table-With-Wicker-Chairs-1024x683.jpg 1024w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Round-Outdoor-Dining-Table-With-Wicker-Chairs-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Round-Outdoor-Dining-Table-With-Wicker-Chairs.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" />\u003C/a> Click the image to shop our Concrete Outdoor Furniture lookbook!\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cb>Shop Concrete Outdoor Furniture\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/79296-Serenity-Industrial-Loft-Textured-White-Concrete-Round-Outdoor-Pedestal-End-Table?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34633\" src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Serenity-white-concrete-outdoor-pedestal-end-table.webp\" alt=\"white concrete outdoor pedestal end table\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\"  srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Serenity-white-concrete-outdoor-pedestal-end-table-150x150.webp 150w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Serenity-white-concrete-outdoor-pedestal-end-table-300x300.webp 300w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Serenity-white-concrete-outdoor-pedestal-end-table-400x400.webp 400w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Serenity-white-concrete-outdoor-pedestal-end-table-768x768.webp 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Serenity-white-concrete-outdoor-pedestal-end-table.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" />\u003C/a> Serenity Outdoor End Table\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/79865-Nia-Modern-Classic-Grey-Concrete-Outdoor-Fire-Bowl?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34631\" src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Nia-round-concrete-outdoor-fire-pit.webp\" alt=\"round concrete outdoor fire pit\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\"  srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Nia-round-concrete-outdoor-fire-pit-150x150.webp 150w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Nia-round-concrete-outdoor-fire-pit-300x300.webp 300w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Nia-round-concrete-outdoor-fire-pit-400x400.webp 400w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Nia-round-concrete-outdoor-fire-pit-768x768.webp 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Nia-round-concrete-outdoor-fire-pit.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" />\u003C/a> Nia Fire Bowl\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/168091-Maya-Modern-Classic-Beige-Concrete-Round-Outdoor-Coffee-Table?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34630\" src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Maya-concrete-outdoor-coffee-table.webp\" alt=\"round concrete outdoor coffee table\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\"  srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Maya-concrete-outdoor-coffee-table-150x150.webp 150w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Maya-concrete-outdoor-coffee-table-300x300.webp 300w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Maya-concrete-outdoor-coffee-table-400x400.webp 400w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Maya-concrete-outdoor-coffee-table-768x768.webp 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Maya-concrete-outdoor-coffee-table.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" />\u003C/a> Maya Outdoor Coffee Table\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">The Best Outdoor Fabrics on the Market\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">5. Sunbrella® Solution-Dyed Acrylic\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sunbrella® is the gold standard of outdoor fabric, and for good reason. Solution-dyed acrylic means the color is locked into the fiber during manufacturing rather than applied to the surface, so it resists fading even under direct sunlight for years. It's also resistant to mold and mildew, easy to clean, and comes in a beautiful range of colors and textures. At Kathy Kuo Home, we’re admittedly obsessed with Sunbrella® \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/177309-Clemence-Sea-Breeze-Striped-Sunbrella-White-Iron-Outdoor-Sofa?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cushions\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/outdoor-pillows#/filter:material:Sunbrella?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pillows\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/158939-Haleigh-White-Sunbrella-Crosshatch-Textured-Indoor-Outdoor-Throw-Blanket?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">throw blankets\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProdGroup/Spring-Summer-Outdoor?activeTab=spring_summer_outdoor?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34614\" src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-Sofa-with-Sunbrella-fabric-and-throw-pillows-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"An outdoor sofa with striped sunbrella upholstery and Sunbrella throw pillows\" width=\"1220\" height=\"813\"  srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-Sofa-with-Sunbrella-fabric-and-throw-pillows-300x200.jpg 300w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-Sofa-with-Sunbrella-fabric-and-throw-pillows-450x300.jpg 450w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-Sofa-with-Sunbrella-fabric-and-throw-pillows-768x512.jpg 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-Sofa-with-Sunbrella-fabric-and-throw-pillows-1024x683.jpg 1024w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-Sofa-with-Sunbrella-fabric-and-throw-pillows-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-Sofa-with-Sunbrella-fabric-and-throw-pillows-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-Sofa-with-Sunbrella-fabric-and-throw-pillows-scaled.jpg 2560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" />\u003C/a> Click the image to shop our Spring Summer Outdoor Collection!\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">Shop Sunbrella® Outdoor Furniture & Décor\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/177309-Clemence-Sea-Breeze-Striped-Sunbrella-White-Iron-Outdoor-Sofa?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34623\" src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Clemence-striped-Sunbrella-outdoor-sofa.webp\" alt=\"outdoor sofa with iron frame and striped Sunbrella cushions\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\"  srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Clemence-striped-Sunbrella-outdoor-sofa-150x150.webp 150w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Clemence-striped-Sunbrella-outdoor-sofa-300x300.webp 300w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Clemence-striped-Sunbrella-outdoor-sofa-400x400.webp 400w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Clemence-striped-Sunbrella-outdoor-sofa-768x768.webp 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Clemence-striped-Sunbrella-outdoor-sofa.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" />\u003C/a> Clemence Outdoor Sofa\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/177328-Della-Garden-Mist-Sea-Breeze-Indoor-Outdoor-Throw-Pillow-x?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34624\" src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Della-Sunbrella-outdoor-throw-pillow.webp\" alt=\"floral sunbrella outdoor throw pillow\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\"  srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Della-Sunbrella-outdoor-throw-pillow-150x150.webp 150w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Della-Sunbrella-outdoor-throw-pillow-300x300.webp 300w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Della-Sunbrella-outdoor-throw-pillow-400x400.webp 400w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Della-Sunbrella-outdoor-throw-pillow-768x768.webp 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Della-Sunbrella-outdoor-throw-pillow.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" />\u003C/a> Della Outdoor Pillow\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/161348-Madelle-Modern-Classic-Grey-Striped-Sunbrella-Black-Aluminum-Outdoor-Dining-Bench?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34629\" src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Madelle-striped-Sunbrella-outdoor-dining-bench.webp\" alt=\"aluminum outdoor dining bench with striped Sunbrella cushions\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\"  srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Madelle-striped-Sunbrella-outdoor-dining-bench-150x150.webp 150w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Madelle-striped-Sunbrella-outdoor-dining-bench-300x300.webp 300w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Madelle-striped-Sunbrella-outdoor-dining-bench-400x400.webp 400w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Madelle-striped-Sunbrella-outdoor-dining-bench-768x768.webp 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Madelle-striped-Sunbrella-outdoor-dining-bench.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" />\u003C/a> Madelle Outdoor Bench\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">6. Polyester\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">Outdoor polyester fabrics are typically solution-dyed and offer excellent resistance to fading, moisture, and stretching. They’re o\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">ften a bit more affordable than name-brand performance fabrics, and after a summer shower, they dry quickly enough that your outdoor plans rarely need to change.\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProdGroup/Bridgehampton-Afternoon?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34609\" src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-Dining-Area-with-a-round-table-and-chairs-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"a round outdoor dining table with woven outdoor dining chairs sits on a stone patio next to an open lawn\" width=\"1220\" height=\"813\"  srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-Dining-Area-with-a-round-table-and-chairs-300x200.jpg 300w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-Dining-Area-with-a-round-table-and-chairs-450x300.jpg 450w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-Dining-Area-with-a-round-table-and-chairs-768x512.jpg 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-Dining-Area-with-a-round-table-and-chairs-1024x683.jpg 1024w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-Dining-Area-with-a-round-table-and-chairs-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-Dining-Area-with-a-round-table-and-chairs-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-Dining-Area-with-a-round-table-and-chairs-scaled.jpg 2560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" />\u003C/a> Click the image to shop this look!\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cb>Shop Polyester Outdoor Furniture & Décor\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/169109-Chris-Coastal-Beach-Gold-Performance-Throw-Pillow-x?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34622\" src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Chris-gold-outdoor-lumbar-pillow.webp\" alt=\"gold outdoor lumbar pillow with fringe\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\"  srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Chris-gold-outdoor-lumbar-pillow-150x150.webp 150w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Chris-gold-outdoor-lumbar-pillow-300x300.webp 300w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Chris-gold-outdoor-lumbar-pillow-400x400.webp 400w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Chris-gold-outdoor-lumbar-pillow-768x768.webp 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Chris-gold-outdoor-lumbar-pillow.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" />\u003C/a> Chris Outdoor Pillow\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/133421-Beeston-Coastal-White-Cushion-Natural-Teak-Woven-Outdoor-Lounge-Chair?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34638\" src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Beeston-outdoor-lounge-chair.webp\" alt=\"outdoor lounge chair with teak frame and white performance cushions\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\"  srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Beeston-outdoor-lounge-chair-150x150.webp 150w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Beeston-outdoor-lounge-chair-300x300.webp 300w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Beeston-outdoor-lounge-chair-400x400.webp 400w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Beeston-outdoor-lounge-chair-768x768.webp 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Beeston-outdoor-lounge-chair.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" />\u003C/a> Beeston Outdoor Chair\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/174227-Rosetti-Updated-Traditional-Beige-Damask-Indoor-Outdoor-Throw-Pillow-x?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34632\" src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Rosetti-patterned-outdoor-throw-pillow.webp\" alt=\"beige patterned outdoor throw pillow\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\"  srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Rosetti-patterned-outdoor-throw-pillow-150x150.webp 150w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Rosetti-patterned-outdoor-throw-pillow-300x300.webp 300w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Rosetti-patterned-outdoor-throw-pillow-400x400.webp 400w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Rosetti-patterned-outdoor-throw-pillow-768x768.webp 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Rosetti-patterned-outdoor-throw-pillow.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" />\u003C/a> Rosetti Outdoor Pillow\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">7. Olefin\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Made from polypropylene or polyethylene, olefin is a solution-dyed synthetic material that combines softness with impressive strength. It repels moisture naturally and is highly resistant to staining, abrasion, and UV damage, making it a smart choice for \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/61943-Alice-Industrial-Loft-Beige-Cushion-Aluminum-Outdoor-Sling-Lounge-Chair?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">upholstered outdoor seating\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that sees frequent use!\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv class=\"kkh-wp-gallery\" data-columns=\"2\">\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-wp-gallery-item\">\u003Cimg src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Pool-house-with-a-lounge-area.jpg\" alt=\"a pool house with weathered shingle siding and a lounge area in front with a Sunbrella sofa, Sunbrella armchairs, and a scalloped outdoor coffee table\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Pool-house-with-a-lounge-area-240x300.jpg 240w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Pool-house-with-a-lounge-area-768x960.jpg 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Pool-house-with-a-lounge-area-819x1024.jpg 819w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Pool-house-with-a-lounge-area.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-wp-gallery-item\">\u003Cimg src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-dining-table-with-chairs-and-umbrella-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Outdoor dining table with chairs and umbrella\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-dining-table-with-chairs-and-umbrella-240x300.jpg 240w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-dining-table-with-chairs-and-umbrella-768x960.jpg 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-dining-table-with-chairs-and-umbrella-819x1024.jpg 819w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-dining-table-with-chairs-and-umbrella-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-dining-table-with-chairs-and-umbrella-1638x2048.jpg 1638w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-dining-table-with-chairs-and-umbrella-scaled.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\">\u003C/figure>\u003C/div>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cb>Shop Olefin Outdoor Furniture & Décor\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/126767-Cee-Modern-Classic-Grey-Upholstered-Outdoor-Armless-Sofa?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34621\" src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Cee-outdoor-upholstered-sofa.webp\" alt=\"gray outdoor armless upholstered sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\"  srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Cee-outdoor-upholstered-sofa-150x150.webp 150w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Cee-outdoor-upholstered-sofa-300x300.webp 300w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Cee-outdoor-upholstered-sofa-400x400.webp 400w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Cee-outdoor-upholstered-sofa-768x768.webp 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Cee-outdoor-upholstered-sofa.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" />\u003C/a> Cee Outdoor Sofa\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/177660-Arvid-Coastal-Beach-Blue-Embroidered-Stripe-Indoor-Outdoor-Throw-Pillow-x?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34636\" src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Arvid-striped-outdoor-throw-pillow.webp\" alt=\"blue striped outdoor throw pillow\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\"  srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Arvid-striped-outdoor-throw-pillow-150x150.webp 150w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Arvid-striped-outdoor-throw-pillow-300x300.webp 300w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Arvid-striped-outdoor-throw-pillow-400x400.webp 400w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Arvid-striped-outdoor-throw-pillow-768x768.webp 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Arvid-striped-outdoor-throw-pillow.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" />\u003C/a> Arvid Outdoor Pillow\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/113750-Carlo-Mid-Century-Beige-Upholstered-Natural-Teak-Wood-Frame-Outdoor-Lounge-Chair?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34620\" src=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Carlo-outdoor-lounge-chair.webp\" alt=\"teak wood and performance fabric outdoor lounge chair\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\"  srcset=\"/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Carlo-outdoor-lounge-chair-150x150.webp 150w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Carlo-outdoor-lounge-chair-300x300.webp 300w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Carlo-outdoor-lounge-chair-400x400.webp 400w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Carlo-outdoor-lounge-chair-768x768.webp 768w, /blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Carlo-outdoor-lounge-chair.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" />\u003C/a> Carlo Outdoor Chair\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 24pt;\">Refresh Your Outdoor Space\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you're ready to invest in pieces that are both easy on the eyes and built to last, I'd love for you to explore our brand new \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProdGroup/Spring-Summer-Collection?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spring Summer Outdoor Collection\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at Kathy Kuo Home! It's filled with outdoor furniture and décor that reflects everything I believe good design should be—beautiful, livable, and made to be enjoyed for years to come. Your perfect outdoor room is closer than you think.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003C/div>","/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Outdoor-lounge-area-with-sofa-chairs-and-scalloped-coffee-table-1024x683.jpg","An outdoor living space with a Sunbreall sofa, Sunbrella armchairs, and a scalloped outdoor coffee table","Kathy Kuo Home","2026-04-03T10:00:18Z",[14,15],"Kathy's Tips","How-To",[17,18,19,20],"outdoor furniture","spring summer collection","outdoor decor","outdoor furniture materials",[],[],{"title":24,"description":25,"keywords":20,"canonicalUrl":26,"noIndex":27},"Outdoor Furniture Materials That Pair Style & Durability","As an interior designer, these are the outdoor furniture materials I return to again and again, and why they earn a place in my projects.","/blog/best-outdoor-furniture-materials",false,[29,37,46],{"id":30,"slug":31,"title":32,"excerpt":33,"heroImageUrl":34,"authorName":11,"publishedDt":35,"categories":36},676,"investing-in-heirloom-furniture","Why Heirloom-Quality Home Goods Are Worth the Investment: 7 Pieces to Shop Now and Keep Forever","A designer's guide to heirloom furniture and décor that's worth the investment.","/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Worlds-Away-Rattan-Dresser-in-a-cozy-traditional-living-room-1024x687.jpg","2026-05-01T10:00:21Z",[14,15],{"id":38,"slug":39,"title":40,"excerpt":41,"heroImageUrl":42,"authorName":11,"publishedDt":43,"categories":44},675,"sunbrella-interiors-fabrics","Sunbrella Interiors Fabrics We Love for Beautiful, Exceptionally Durable Upholstery","What we love about our newest performance fabrics from Sunbrella.","/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Sunbrella-upholstered-furniture-1024x683.jpg","2026-04-24T10:00:45Z",[14,45],"Collections",{"id":47,"slug":48,"title":49,"excerpt":50,"heroImageUrl":51,"authorName":11,"publishedDt":52,"categories":53},674,"6-reasons-why-you-should-hire-an-interior-designer","6 Reasons to Hire an Interior Designer for Your Next Home Project","From saving time to sourcing the best products, why we recommend hiring an interior designer.","/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/living-room-design-1024x683.jpg","2026-04-15T10:00:11Z",[14,54],"Designer Stories",[56,61,65,69,73,77,81,85,89,93,97,101,105,109,113,117,121,126,130,134],{"id":57,"slug":58,"name":59,"articleCount":60},1,"home","Home",0,{"id":62,"slug":63,"name":64,"articleCount":60},2,"the-designers-handbook","The Designer's Handbook",{"id":66,"slug":67,"name":68,"articleCount":60},3,"living-room","Living Room",{"id":70,"slug":71,"name":72,"articleCount":60},4,"friends-of-the-kuotes","Friends of the Kuotes",{"id":74,"slug":75,"name":76,"articleCount":60},5,"dining-room","Dining Room",{"id":78,"slug":79,"name":80,"articleCount":60},6,"bedroom","Bedroom",{"id":82,"slug":83,"name":84,"articleCount":60},7,"pro-tips-from-kathy","Pro Tips from Kathy",{"id":86,"slug":87,"name":88,"articleCount":60},8,"our-projects","Our Projects",{"id":90,"slug":91,"name":92,"articleCount":60},9,"trade-exclusive","The Trade Exclusive",{"id":94,"slug":95,"name":96,"articleCount":60},10,"kitchen","Kitchen & Bath",{"id":98,"slug":99,"name":100,"articleCount":60},11,"outdoor","Outdoor",{"id":102,"slug":103,"name":104,"articleCount":60},12,"nursery","Nursery",{"id":106,"slug":107,"name":108,"articleCount":60},13,"shop-reels","Shop Reels",{"id":110,"slug":111,"name":112,"articleCount":60},14,"office","Office",{"id":114,"slug":115,"name":14,"articleCount":116},16,"kathys-tips",247,{"id":118,"slug":119,"name":15,"articleCount":120},17,"how-to",141,{"id":122,"slug":123,"name":124,"articleCount":125},18,"projects","Projects",98,{"id":127,"slug":128,"name":54,"articleCount":129},19,"designer-stories",123,{"id":131,"slug":132,"name":45,"articleCount":133},20,"collections",25,{"id":135,"slug":136,"name":137,"articleCount":138},21,"entertaining","Entertaining",27]