Decks, covered patios, and pergolas can serve as comfortable outdoor living spaces. However, those living areas wouldn't be complete without beautiful outdoor furniture! According to Gitnux, about one out of every four consumers prefers to shop online for furniture. You may also be itching to place your order, but it's important to consider these three essential factors first.

1. Style

Whether you had a design scheme in mind for your outdoor landscape or one just sprung up naturally, it's important to keep it in mind when choosing furniture. You don't want to realize the error you made after your order arrives. Take the time to select pieces carefully; you can also consult a furniture professional if you're struggling to identify the right choices.

When purchasing outdoor furniture, it's not enough to account for your landscape design. Since your new pieces will always be positioned next to your home, they should also complement its appearance. You get bonus points for picking pieces that harmonize with the items inside your home, too!

2. Color

The pieces of furniture you have set up outside will be exposed to the sun each day. What happens to furniture that's regularly exposed to the sun? Inevitably, the appearance of those items will start to change. To be more specific, their colors may fade due to prolonged exposure.

When choosing furniture for your outdoor landscape, you should select pieces in colors that are highly resistant to fading. Neutral colors like beige, brown, and white hold up relatively well to prolonged sun exposure. If you want to use furniture in other colors, check if they have satin or semi-gloss paint finishes. Those are the paint finishes that can retain their appearance longer.

3. Material

Don't forget about material composition when choosing furniture to complete your outdoor living space. Material composition matters because it significantly influences a particular item's durability. You should also consider the materials used for your outdoor furniture because they impact storage and maintenance.

Pieces made from cedar or metal are generally easier to maintain. They should retain their appearance even if they're regularly exposed to rain. Alternatively, plastic and aluminum pieces are suitable for outdoor usage because they're lightweight. Because of how light they are, you can easily store them during passing rainstorms.

Tap into the full potential of your outdoor landscape by purchasing new outdoor furniture. Snag the right pieces by considering the factors detailed here. Make your shopping experience easier by contacting a member of our team at Alumatech Outdoor Furniture today! We're happy to answer any questions you may have.