If you think your garden is too small to accommodate a decent set of garden furniture, think again. Like modern ranges of indoor furniture that are made to make the most of compact living spaces, garden furniture can be just as clever.
Rattan garden furniture
Contemporary rattan garden furniture is not only weatherproof and long-lasting, it can be space-saving too. Brands such as Kettler make neat little cube sets for casual dining range, with an ultracompact design. You don’t need a lot of room, as the rattan stools fit perfectly beneath the table when not in use.
If you have a slightly larger area, round dining sets such as those found in Supremo’s ranges can comfortably accommodate four, and when not in use the chairs tuck in underneath the table so that the space they take up is minimised.
Aluminium garden furniture
A key bonus of buying aluminium garden furniture is that the pieces are very lightweight. For compact spaces, this means they are easier to move around as required. Some aluminium chairs and even tables can be folded, which means they can be neatly tucked away against a wall, or in a shed garage, indoor storage cupboard or loft when not in use.
Lifestyle Garden, for example, make a bistro set that’s perfect for two with a folding table, so it can easily be taken away with you on holiday or stored over winter if it won’t be used for a while. The company even makes a sun lounger that can be wheeled into position for ease of use.
