Your furniture choice sets the tone of your home in so many ways. Because this is an important part of your interior design and final turnout, you need to take your time to consider important factors in your furniture choices. If your choice is between aluminum and wicker furniture, you should know that these two furniture types have their peculiar advantages. For this reason, it is fair to understand where they have comparative advantages over others to make an informed final decision.
Aluminum Furniture
A standout feature of aluminum furniture is that it is usually cast in one piece. An aluminum furniture set with bolts and nuts most likely will not have a long life span. This is because aluminum can deform easily when heavy weights are put on it. One-piece aluminum furniture gives the final details in its ready-made final look.
Wicker Furniture
Rattan or twigs are the common materials used for making wicker furniture for your patio or interior spaces. This allows wicker furniture to have a range of final looks and feels when it is weaved to produce its final form. Because of its versatility, wicker can be weaved together with other materials to make it more durable, include extra functionality, and improve its usability. Modern wicker furniture is woven using artificial wicker material that does not have the common disadvantages that rattan or twigs possess. For some of this wicker furniture, metal frames are added to improve its basic structure.
Factors to Consider When Choosing the Right Patio Set
There is some key factors you should consider when choosing your preferred furniture for your space. To proceed with the comparison between aluminum and wicker furniture, below are some of the factors you should consider when making that choice.
1. Material: Aluminum is one sturdy material that gives structure and supports a fair amount of weight. Because of its lightweight, aluminum furniture is easily movable.
Wicker furniture, on the other hand, changes its shape over time to mold around the shape of its average user, aluminum retains its structure. The tensile strength of wicker furniture are strong enough to reassure you of its ability to support your heaviest guest without giving way.
2.Natural Element
Aluminum furniture is very resistant to extreme weather. Natural materials are not so lucky in this category.
Incorporating resin and HDPE Wicker as the material for the wicker furniture makes it more durable to extreme natural elements, it does not compare favorably to aluminum furniture.
3.Rust
While you may not have any rusting issues if your aluminum, it might be a good idea to protect your aluminum from rains and moisture with weatherproof cover to maintain a fresh look. The right care and protection can help your products last long without any issues.
Wicker furniture does not have this problem, hence releasing you from having the rust problem.
4.A Modern Look
Your furniture is useful for more than just its seating function. It can also serve as an aesthetic piece in your space that draws in your guests upon arrival. Both Aluminum and wicker furniture excel in this category. While aluminum furniture may just be able to provide that modern look, wicker furniture can span the contemporary, urban, and modern design range.
How does one decide?
Both Aluminum and Wicker comes with its own set of advantages. The best way to decide among these materials would be choosing the right functions that match your climate, design and usage.
Our Top Picks:
The Bryce Canyon 5 Seater Aluminum Patio Set (Available in Cast Slate and Cast Ash colors)
The Toledo 6pc Sloped Arm Wicker Patio Set (Available in Navy and Granite color)
The Emerald 7pc Flat Arm Wicker Patio Set (Available in Oyster Beige, Granite, Navy, Cast Ash and Charcoal Colors)
Wrapping It Up
At the end of the day, it all depends on what you want in your space. You have the option of choosing between the above furniture types while picking what is best for your space. The above factors, among others, should help you make the best decision to beautify and better use your patio furniture.
