Materials
10 articles
What is BEE WETT? Apple Bee's quick-drying cushions explained
BEE WETT is the name Apple Bee uses for its quick-drying cushions. What the brand says about them, what it does and doesn't mean, which products you'll find it on, and how to look after the cushions.
1 September 2026
What is Vironwood? Everything about this tabletop material
What exactly is Vironwood? We explain what this low-maintenance tabletop material is, its benefits, and how it compares to real wood.
18 August 2026
What is rattan? Climbing palm, rattan skin, pith and synthetic rattan (2026)
What is rattan? An explanation of the climbing palm, rattan skin, pith and peel, why natural rattan belongs indoors and what synthetic rattan is for outdoors.
19 September 2024
Quick dry foam cushion filling: what is it and is it worth it?
What is quick dry foam and does it really dry faster? An explanation of open-cell foam, how it differs from regular foam and flakes, SG ratings and how to recognise it.
17 September 2024
What is wicker? Types, frame and pros and cons (2026)
What is wicker? An explanation of the weaving technique, PE wicker plastic, the types (half-round, flat, L-shape, round), the frame underneath and the pros and cons.
16 September 2024
What is teak wood? Origin, greying and the teak look (2026)
What is teak wood? Find out where teak comes from, why it can stay outdoors and turn grey, whether you need to oil it, and how it differs from the teak look.
11 September 2024What is Polywood? Wood Look, Vironwood and Real Wood (2026)
What is polywood? Read how this plastic with a wood look is made, how it differs from Vironwood, wood composite and real wood, and what its pros and cons are.
7 September 2024
What is aluminium? Powder coating, weight and combinations (2026)
What is aluminium in garden furniture? Read how a frame is made, what powder coating does, why it doesn't rust and how light it is.
2 August 2026
What Is Rope? Types, Pros and Cons for Garden Furniture
What is rope in garden furniture? Read how it is made, what Qualicord, solution dyed and TPU mean, where it is found and what the pros and cons are.
3 August 2026
What is Textilene? Construction, Pros and Cons for Garden Furniture
What is Textilene or textilene? Read how this coated fabric is constructed, where it's used on chairs and sun loungers, and what its pros and cons are.
4 August 2026