[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"blog-detail-best-outdoor-furniture-materials":3,"blog-related-best-outdoor-furniture-materials":29},{"id":4,"slug":5,"title":6,"subtitle":7,"bodyHtml":8,"heroImageUrl":9,"heroImageAlt":10,"authorName":11,"authorImageUrl":7,"publishedDt":12,"categories":13,"tags":17,"products":22,"inlineProducts":23,"seo":24},1064,"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=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/02_05_25_DB_Blog_Banner-1.gif\" alt=\"banner\" width=\"1220\" height=\"305\" />\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=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/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\" />\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=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Madelle-outdoor-armchair-with-striped-Sunbrella-fabric.webp\" alt=\"outdoor armchair with aluminum frame and striped Sunbrella cushions\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\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=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Delphine-aluminum-scalloped-coffee-table.webp\" alt=\"green rectangular aluminum scalloped coffee table\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\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=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Brixton-aluminum-outdoor-counter-table.webp\" alt=\"Brixton round aluminum outdoor counter table\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\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=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/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\" />\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=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Vaterra-teak-outdoor-chaise-lounge.webp\" alt=\"teak outdoor chaise lounge with white performance fabric and attached pillow\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\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=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Vaterra-rectangular-outdoor-teak-dining-table.webp\" alt=\"rectangular outdoor teak dining table\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\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=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Haley-teak-outdoor-garden-bench.webp\" alt=\"teak outdoor garden bench with seat cushion\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\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=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/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\" />\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=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Kaela-wicker-outdoor-dining-chair-with-cushioln.webp\" alt=\"wicker outdoor dining chair with cushion\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\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=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Bella-wicker-outdoor-side-table.webp\" alt=\"Bella round wicker outdoor side table\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\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=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Bari-blue-wicker-outdoor-chaise-lounge.webp\" alt=\"blue resin wicker outdoor chaise lounge\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\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=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/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\" />\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=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Serenity-white-concrete-outdoor-pedestal-end-table.webp\" alt=\"white concrete outdoor pedestal end table\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\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=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Nia-round-concrete-outdoor-fire-pit.webp\" alt=\"round concrete outdoor fire pit\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\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=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Maya-concrete-outdoor-coffee-table.webp\" alt=\"round concrete outdoor coffee table\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\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=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/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\" />\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=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Clemence-striped-Sunbrella-outdoor-sofa.webp\" alt=\"outdoor sofa with iron frame and striped Sunbrella cushions\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\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=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Della-Sunbrella-outdoor-throw-pillow.webp\" alt=\"floral sunbrella outdoor throw pillow\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\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=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Madelle-striped-Sunbrella-outdoor-dining-bench.webp\" alt=\"aluminum outdoor dining bench with striped Sunbrella cushions\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\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=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/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\" />\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=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Chris-gold-outdoor-lumbar-pillow.webp\" alt=\"gold outdoor lumbar pillow with fringe\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\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=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Beeston-outdoor-lounge-chair.webp\" alt=\"outdoor lounge chair with teak frame and white performance cushions\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\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=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Rosetti-patterned-outdoor-throw-pillow.webp\" alt=\"beige patterned outdoor throw pillow\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\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[gallery columns=\"2\" link=\"none\" size=\"large\" ids=\"34615,34610\"]\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=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Cee-outdoor-upholstered-sofa.webp\" alt=\"gray outdoor armless upholstered sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\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=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Arvid-striped-outdoor-throw-pillow.webp\" alt=\"blue striped outdoor throw pillow\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\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=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Carlo-outdoor-lounge-chair.webp\" alt=\"teak wood and performance fabric outdoor lounge chair\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\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\u003Ch2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cstrong>Kathy Kuo Studio\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Need design help? \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/studio?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kathy Kuo Studio\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a full-service design firm working with clients in the United States and abroad. \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From warm, timeless interiors to serene outdoor retreats, our talented team of accredited designers creates spaces that feel like home, designed around how you live and what you love.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/div>\r\n\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cem>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://kkhome.as.me/schedule.php?notembedded=1?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=outdoor-furniture-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cb>Schedule a free consultation\u003C/b>\u003C/a>\u003Cb>, call (888) 908-3486, or email studio@kathykuohome.com today to get started!\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/em>\u003C/span>\u003C/div>\r\n\u003Cdiv>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003C/div>","https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/hero/Outdoor-lounge-area-with-sofa-chairs-and-scalloped-coffee-table-scaled.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",[14,15,16],"Home","Pro Tips from Kathy","Outdoor",[18,19,20,21],"outdoor furniture","spring summer collection","outdoor decor","outdoor furniture materials",[],[],{"title":25,"description":26,"keywords":21,"canonicalUrl":27,"noIndex":28},"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,[30,42,51],{"id":31,"slug":32,"title":33,"excerpt":34,"heroImageUrl":35,"authorName":11,"publishedDt":36,"categories":37},1068,"custom-cabinetry-kathy-kuo-home-unique-kitchens-baths","Custom Heirloom Cabinetry, Reimagined: Inside Our New Collaboration with Unique Kitchens & Baths","Introducing six European-inspired cabinet designs that are completely customizable.","https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/hero/Kathy-Kuo-Home-x-Unique-Kitchens-Baths-Bristol-Rolling-Fog-painted-kitchen-cabinetry.jpg","2026-05-07T10:00:38Z",[14,38,39,40,41],"The Designer's Handbook","Bedroom","The Trade Exclusive","Kitchen & Bath",{"id":43,"slug":44,"title":45,"excerpt":46,"heroImageUrl":47,"authorName":11,"publishedDt":48,"categories":49},1067,"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.","https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/hero/Worlds-Away-Rattan-Dresser-in-a-cozy-traditional-living-room.jpg","2026-05-01T10:00:21Z",[14,50,41],"Living Room",{"id":52,"slug":53,"title":54,"excerpt":55,"heroImageUrl":56,"authorName":11,"publishedDt":57,"categories":58},1066,"sunbrella-interiors-fabrics","Sunbrella Interiors Fabrics We Love for Beautiful, Exceptionally Durable Upholstery","What we love about our newest performance fabrics from Sunbrella.","https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/hero/Sunbrella-upholstered-furniture.jpg","2026-04-24T10:00:45Z",[14,38,50]]