Furniture Advice
35 articles
4 Seasons Outdoor reviews: what can you expect? (2026)
4 Seasons Outdoor reviews: the collections, materials such as rope, teak and ceramic, the price level next to Apple Bee, what Taste by 4 Seasons is and what the product information says about the warranty.
29 October 2026
Apple Bee reviews: what can you expect? (2026)
Apple Bee reviews: which collections there are, materials such as teak, rope and sintered stone, what BEE WETT is, what the product information says about warranty, and what to look out for yourself.
4 September 2026
Lounge set or garden dining set: which suits you? Comparison (2026)
Lounge set, garden dining set or lounge dining set? Compare use, space, comfort and maintenance, with worked examples, sample sets and a checklist.
5 May 2026
Buying a sun lounger with wheels: handy or unnecessary?
Thinking about buying a sun lounger with wheels? Find out when wheels are really useful, which surfaces they work on and which sun loungers with wheels are available. Includes a table and FAQ.
3 April 2026
Rope or wicker lounge set: what's the difference? (2026)
Rope or wicker lounge set? Compare comfort, maintenance, look and weather resistance, take the decision test and browse examples from the range.
2 May 2026
Choosing a Good Adjustable Garden Chair: What to Look For? (2026)
Buying an adjustable garden chair? Choose between recline positions and a stepless gas spring, and check the frame, cushions, seat height and footrest, then compare models.
18 April 2025
Which garden furniture is the most sustainable? (2026)
Which garden furniture is the most sustainable? Compare materials on lifespan and environmental impact: FSC wood, aluminium, Vironwood and replaceable cushions.
11 April 2025
How Long Do Garden Chairs Last? Lifespan by Material
How long do garden chairs last? What determines their lifespan, how it differs by material, what the guarantee says, signs of wear and maintenance that helps.
17 March 2025
How Much Space Do You Need for a Garden Table? With Size Chart
How much space does a garden table need? A rule of thumb, a size chart with real tables for 4 to 10 people, measuring steps and a test to see which table size suits you.
14 March 2025
Protecting Your Parasol from Wind, Rain, Sun and Winter (2026)
How to protect your parasol from wind, rain, sun and winter: closing, drying, cleaning in 6 steps, choosing the right cover and base, and a checklist for each season.
9 March 2025
Popular Garden Furniture Timbers Compared (2026)
Teak, acacia, eucalyptus, hardwood or scaffold wood? Compare looks and maintenance, find out what FSC means, and see when wood-look Vironwood is the smarter choice.
15 February 2025
Which Garden Set Can Stay Outside? Table and Chairs
Which garden set can stay outside? Find out why the tabletop and cushions make the difference, which sets can stay out all year, and how to cover them.
3 February 2025
Can an aluminium garden set rust? Here's the truth (2026)
Can an aluminium garden set rust? No, but it can oxidise. Find out where the white spots come from, how to remove them and how to maintain the set through the seasons.
29 January 2025
Choosing a Garden Set for 4 People: Sizes, Space and Tips (2026)
Choosing a garden set for 4 people: which table size, how much space, cushions or not? With a comparison table, top picks per terrace, test, checklist and FAQ.
23 January 2025
How much space do you need for a lounge set? With calculation table
How much space does a lounge set need? A rule of thumb with 60 to 90 cm of walking space, a calculation table with real corner, dining and chair-and-sofa sets, and a shape test.
20 January 2025
Which Garden Chair Can Stay Outside? By Material
Which garden chair can stay outside? Find out by material what works in summer and winter, which spot matters, and how to stack and cover your chairs smartly.
16 January 2025
Which Garden Chair Is the Most Comfortable? How to Choose (2026)
Which garden chair is the most comfortable? Compare seat height, seat depth, backrest, cushion and fabric using real measurements, and find out which type suits you.
2 January 2025
Why Are Lounge Sets So Expensive? What Drives the Price
Why are lounge sets so expensive? Find out what drives the price, from frame, rope and cushions to size and finish, and how to save smartly with our price chart.
9 December 2024
How much space do you need for a garden set? With calculation table
How much space does a garden set need? Space rule and calculation table with available sets for 2 to 10 people, measuring steps, placement tips and a checklist.
2 December 2024
How to Choose a Sun Lounger? Advice by Location and User
How do you choose a sun lounger? Advice by user and location: pool, balcony, back or knees and height, with dimensions, a checklist and the sun loungers available.
23 October 2024
How to Choose a Lounge Set? A 6-Step Buyer's Guide (2026)
How do you choose a lounge set? Work out how you'll use it, plus its shape, size, material, cushions and budget, in 6 steps. Includes choice tables, a seating test, a checklist and example sets.
21 October 2024
Choosing a Garden Set for 6 People: Table Size, Space and Tips
Choosing a garden set for 6 people? Here's how to work out the table size for each arrangement, the right shape, suitable chairs and the space you need, with examples from the range.
18 October 2024
What Is a Good Garden Furniture Brand? How to Recognise One
What is a good garden furniture brand? Learn how to recognise quality from specifications and warranty, plus what makes Garden Impressions, Platinum and Madison stand out.
17 October 2024
What Is a Bistro Garden Set? Explanation, Styles and Places
What is a bistro garden set? Read where the style comes from, how it differs from a balcony set and a dining garden set, where to place one and which styles there are.
3 October 2024
Can a lounge set stay outside in winter? (2026)
Can your lounge set make it through the winter outdoors? We cover what each material can handle, what to do with the cushions, which cover to choose and a checklist to get winter-ready.
5 September 2024
What Is the Difference Between Wicker and Rattan? Explained (2026)
Rattan is a plant, wicker is a weaving technique. Read the difference, why synthetic wicker can stay outdoors and how to tell what you're buying.
19 August 2024
How Long Does a Lounge Set Last? Lifespan by Component
How long does a lounge set last? Read what wears out for each component, what the warranty covers, how to recognise wear and how to extend its lifespan yourself.
16 August 2024
Why Is Garden Furniture So Expensive? Here's What You're Paying For
Why is garden furniture so expensive? Find out what you pay for with tables, chairs, parasols and sun loungers, and how to get genuine value for your money.
5 August 2024
When to Buy a Garden Set? The Best Time per Season
When is the best time to buy a garden set? Per season the range, the price and the delivery time, plus how to time your purchase with the price chart and a price alert.
29 July 2024
Buying a Rope Lounge Set: What Should You Look For? Buyer's Guide 2026
Thinking of buying a rope lounge set? Read about the type of rope it has, how much rope you get, whether to choose aluminium or acacia, and what to check on the rope when it's delivered.
26 June 2026
Buying a Modular Lounge Set: Layouts and Tips (2026)
Thinking of buying a modular lounge set? Read about the individual pieces available, which layouts work well, how to expand later, and when a fixed corner set is the smarter choice.
30 June 2026Garden Impressions reviews: what can you expect? (2026)
Garden Impressions reviews: what the brand offers, materials such as Vironwood, Centostone and rope, the warranty, and what to check yourself before you order.
5 July 2026
Platinum Sun & Shade Reviews: Parasols Reviewed (2026)
Platinum Sun & Shade reviews: what the brand offers in cantilever parasols, centre-pole parasols, bases, covers and shade sails, and what you should look out for yourself.
22 July 2026
Madison reviews: outdoor cushions and parasols examined (2026)
Madison reviews: what the brand offers in outdoor cushions, parasols, bases and covers, how the cushion ranges differ, and what you should look out for yourself.
24 July 2026
Apple Bee Sling lounge set: sizes, versions and what to look out for
Everything about the Apple Bee Sling lounge set: the teak frame, BEE WETT cushions, the Sling and Sling XL, separate lounge sofas and what to check before you order.
2 September 2026